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Arthur

Francine's Big Top Trouble/George Blows His Top

Season 9 Episode 2 | 26m 55s

Francine is sure she will be a star at circus camp. Since Catherine did so well there - how hard could it be? Well, very, it turns out. Will Francine ever step out of her sister's shadow?/George is always more than happy to lend his pals whatever they need, especially Buster. But when Buster's borrowing gets out of control, will George risk their friendship to say enough is enough?

Aired: 12/27/04 | Expires: 01/29/26
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