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Herman's Head is an American sitcom that aired on the Fox network from September 8, 1991 until April 21, 1994. The series was created by Andy Guerdat and Steve Kreinberg, and produced by Witt/Thomas Productions in association with Touchstone Television. William Ragsdale stars as the titular character, Herman Brooks.
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FOX
Episodes
72
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Overview
Herman's Head has 3 seasons with 72 episodes spanning 1991-1994.
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Year context
Herman's Head first aired 35 years ago in 1991.
CAST (9)
SEASONS (3 seasons, 72 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Pilot
Herman has to decide whether to take advantage of Connie's break-up with Jay to express his own feelings, or provide her with a shoulder to…
02
Lies, Lies, Lies
Herman becomes enmeshed in a web of lies of his own making when Meredith, a former classmate turned woman reporter, shows up to do a…
03
Days of Wine and Herman
During a party for Mr. Bracken, Herman drinks a bit too much and gets in over his head when he has to give a speech…
04
Isn't It Romantic?
When Louise's newest relationship goes sour, Herman ends up comforting her and Louise gets the wrong idea; Herman has to figure out a way to…
05
Fatal Distraction
In this play on the movie "Fatal Attraction," Herman has a one-night stand with a woman, Yvonne, who turns out to be more then a…
06
The Herminator
Herman, who is tired of being considered "sweet," seeks to be more red-blooded. When an Executive Vice President of the company is sexually harassing Heddy,…
07
My Brother, Myself
Herman's relationship with his brother Stan has never been too good, and when Stan and his fiancee Jaclyn visit, things get even worse when Jaclyn…
08
9 1/2 Hours
While working late to finish a project, Herman eavesdrops on Heddy and her date. After finding out he is married, Heddy turns to Herman for…
09
Babbling Brooks
Herman accidentally spills some secrets that his co-workers told him to the others, getting him into trouble with everyone.
10
Near-Death Wish
Herman gets a new lease on life after almost falling to his death, and sets out to establish a new world record for working continuously…
11
Bracken's Daughter
Mr. Bracken wants Herman to escort his daughter Susan around, but takes a dim view of things when the two become romantically involved.
12
The Last Boy Scout
After buying a stolen computer, Herman is stricken with guilt and goes to absurd lengths to try and return it.
13
Fear and Loathing in Manhattan
Herman meets famous Pulitzer-winning writer, Russell Boswell, who Herman admires because of his no-holds-barred pursuit of the corrupt. But when Herman becomes involved in Boswell's…
14
That's What Friends Aren't For
Bracken calls Herman into his office to inform him that he is having a heart attack, and leaves Herman in charge of the office in…
15
To Err is Herman
Herman fills out an evaluation form for Mr Bracken which included some negative remarks. After realizing that his evaluation might have serious consequences on Bracken's…
16
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Dying
Herman goes skydiving with Mr. Crawford and Jay and writes an article about his experience skydiving.
17
Hard Times
Herman begins dating attractive model Jennifer, but soon begins to question his good fortune.
18
A Kept Herman
Victoria, a powerful female executive at Waterton, wants Herman to become her assistant editor. It soon transpires that Victoria wants Herman for more then that,…
19
Herman au Naturel
Crawford insists on the research department going to the Bahamas for a self-awareness seminar...which everyone discovers is an all-nude seminar.
20
Sweet Obsessions
Herman and the others decide to help Mr. Bracken quit smoking by all resolving to give up one bad habit of their own in a…
21
First Time for Everything
Louise decides it's time to lose her virginity, and starts checking out her prospects. When there are plenty of men willing to sleep with her,…
22
Bracken Up is Hard to Do
When Mr. Bracken and his wife break up, Herman sympathetically invites him to stay at his apartment; hilarity ensues as the two become the "Odd…
23
Guns and Neurosis
When Herman's apartment is robbed, Crawford convinces him to buy a gun for self-defense, but he winds up accidentally shooting Crawford in the chest.
24
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Herman and Jay go undercover to get a story on a princess, but Herman soon falls in love with her.
25
Twisted Sister
Another one of the Brooks brood come visiting when Herman's little sister Suzie arrives in New York. Already over-protective of Suzie, Herman's anxieties get even…
SEASON 2
01
Stop Me Before I Help Again
Herman is sued by a woman he gave CPR to when he accidentally cracked her ribs, while Jay learns to deal with his sexual addiction.
02
Sperm 'n' Herman
Herman's former girlfriend Rebecca wants to renew their relationship...for the purposes of getting him to help in artificially conceiving a child.
03
Herman's Heddy
Herman tries to halt Heddy's wedding because he realizes that she does not love her fiance, and because he realizes that he still has feelings…
04
Intern-al Affairs
No good deed goes unpunished for Herman once more when he hires Louise's friend as an office intern, and she turns around and sues him…
05
Brackenhooker
When even Herman can't find a date for a desperate Mr. Bracken, he turns to Jay for help, with dubious results.
06
The Watertongate Break-In
Waterton's sudden death creates a scramble for power, and to save everyone's job, Herman decides to join forces with Crawford - who then involves Herman…
07
Untitled Girlfriend Project
Herman becomes involved with Julia Campbell, a rather opinionated woman who immediately clashes with Jay over his misogynist views.
08
The C Word
When Herman's one-time girlfriend (and Bracken's daughter) Susan returns to town and wants to start up their relationship again, Herman has to choose between her…
09
Friends and Lovers
Elizabeth becomes suspicious when she finds out Herman is working undercover as a dating show contestant, believing he might be tempted by other women.
10
Subterranean Homesick Blues
Herman and Elizabeth decide to move in together, which prompts no end of arguments over shared space, priorities, etc. Finally they decide to break up.
11
The One Where They Go on the Love Boat
The office workers go on a trip to the Bahamas - Herman has to deal with Elizabeth, who happens to be on board, while Louise…
12
Feardom of Speech
Herman must overcome his fear of public speaking, when he is forced to give a speech on the topic of Research in the 90's, at…
13
A Charlie Brown Fitzer
Herman and Heddy are stranded on Christmas at Louise's parents' place, and the Fitzers drive Louise crazy.
14
All's Affair in Love
Herman messes things up yet again and sets Louise up with John, who turns out to be a married man...but Louise doesn't figure it out…
15
Open all Night
To save Crawford's butt, the gang has to pull an all-nighter to get him out of a jam. Herman and Heddy, Bracken and Crawford, and…
16
Gals-a-Poppin'
When Louise and Heddy strike back at their obnoxious new boss, Herman gets caught in the middle.
17
Anatomy of a Blind Date
Still recovering from his break-up with Elizabeth, Herman gets set up on a blind date, while the rest of the gang play poker.
18
My Funny Valentine
When Herman hosts a Valentine Day's party, everyone gets lucky...except him.
19
God, Girls and Herman
Herman ends up sleeping with the aptly-named Eve, and his ""Head"" personalities get a visit from God, or Herman's image of him...as Leslie Nielsen.
20
Layla: the Unplugged Version
Jay gets a visit from his ex-fiance, who stole his heart, and left him standing at the altar seven years earlier. After talking and spending…
21
The Cat's in the Cradle
Herman gets a visit from another family member when his his newly retired father visits looking for some company and the chance to rebond with…
22
Fired in a Crowded Research Room
Herman manages to get Heddy fired for screwing up a report assignment, and then has to go the distance to get her job back.
23
I Wanna Go Home
It's time for a near-end-of-scene flashback episode to save money, as Herman recalls his adventures in New York while deciding whether to stay where he…
24
Love Me Two Timer
Herman parties with heavy-metal rocker Lita Ford, jeopardizing a harmonious relationship with his girlfriend.
25
Love and the Single Parent
When Herman starts dating new girlfriend Carin, he initially runs up against tough resistance from her son Brad. Ironically, Herman manages to win Brad over…
SEASON 3
01
Herma-phrodite
To get a story, Herman goes undercover as a woman and discovers a few things about Heddy and what she goes through.
02
There's a Fly Girl in My Soup
Herman encourages Bracken's niece Rene to become a Fly Girl (i.e., a dancer on ""In Living Color"") - Mr. Bracken isn't particularly happy about Rene's…
03
When Hermy Met Crawford's Daughter
Herman wants to break up with his new girlfriend Ellen, who convinces him to meet her father - things take a turn for the worse…
04
When Hairy Met Hermy
In his eternal quest for the perfect girlfriend, Herman dates Heather, but it turns out she's a tad too hairy for his tastes. Meanwhile, Jay…
05
Over Herman's Head
Herman's neighbor in the upstairs apartment drops dead - after the two of them had a shouting match. Compounding Herman's problems, Heddy decides to take…
06
Jaybo and Weesie: A Love Story
When Jay decides to turn a new leaf and give up his old womanizing ways, Herman tries to get Louise to go on a date…
07
Hermo-tivated
Motivational speaker Dick Van Adams inspires Herman...to become a success while stepping on his friends.
08
Jay is for Jealous
Herman's sister Suzie comes back to town and manages to aggravate both Herman (she plans to become a writer) and Louise (since she previously dated…
09
Trouble in Paradise
While taking a vacation Herman becomes involved with Aurora, a beautiful model. Nothing ever works out for him as usual, though, when Jay and Louise…
10
When Hermy Met Maureen McCormick
Herman gets to work with Maureen McCormick as she writes a book of Brady Bunch memoirs, getting to fulfill his long-time crush on the actress.…
11
An Actor Prepares
A movie star, who's playing the role of an adventuresome fact-checker in his next film, researches his part by tagging along with Herman.
12
A Decent Proposal
When Heddy's old rival Heather arrives in town, Heddy asks Herman to pose as her husband to impress the woman. Meanwhile, Mr. Bracken works on…
13
When Hermy Met Crawford's Girlfriend
Crawford's girlfriend Stephanie dumps him and goes after..Herman, who finds himself in a bind.
14
Three on a Match
After getting refused for an important writing job, Herman goes up to the roof and ends up trapped with a suicidal nutjob, Bob, when a…
15
You Say Tomato
Herman's new girlfriend Lauren is everything he could want, personality-wise, but as always Herman isn't happy as he obsesses over playmate Miss February.
16
Once More with Feeling
Herman and Heddy decided to give into their feelings and start dating, but a series of interruptions keep them from consummating their relationship.
17
The Herm from Ipanema
Herman decides to give it all up during a tropical vacation and buy a local bar on the island.
18
Bedtime for Hermo
The ""head"" characters go into overdrive when Herman tries to get a good night's sleep the night before a high-pressure meeting.
19
Herm In the Time of Cholera
Herman finds himself attracted to Lil the copy girl, but she doesn't return his feelings.
20
Absence Makes the Head Grow Fonder
Herman breaks up with his newest girlfriend Sarah, but sees her a little later and tries to get back together with her.
21
A Head in the Polls
Herman becomes involved with Sandra Clayton, who is running for the Senate, but when the tabloids get hold of their relationship Sandra has second thoughts.
22
First Impressions
Herman is hit by a taxi in an accident and as he lies in a coma his staff friends each remember Herman as they first…
SERIES INFO
3
Seasons
72
Episodes
30 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
NETWORKS (1)
FOX
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Herman's Head about?
Herman's Head is an American sitcom that aired on the Fox network from September 8, 1991 until April 21, 1994. The series was created by Andy Guerdat and Steve Kreinberg, and produced by Witt/Thomas Productions in association with Touchstone Television. William Ragsdale stars as the titular character, Herman Brooks.
How many seasons does Herman's Head have?
Herman's Head has 3 seasons with 72 episodes total.
Who stars in Herman's Head?
The cast of Herman's Head includes William Ragsdale, Hank Azaria, Jane Sibbett, Yeardley Smith, Molly Hagan.
What is the rating of Herman's Head?
Herman's Head has a rating of 6.7 out of 10 based on 18 votes on TMDB.
Is Herman's Head still running?
Herman's Head has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (1)
Comedy
