: Conchata Ferrell as Berta, Holland Taylor as Evelyn Harper, and Marin Hinkle as Judith Melnick. Special Guest Stars : Rena Sofer as Chrissy, the ex-girlfriend. Martin Mull as Russell, the pharmacist. Aaron Refvem as Chuck/Jeremy. Critical Reception
: Charlie Sheen as Charlie Harper, Jon Cryer as Alan Harper, and Angus T. Jones as Jake Harper.
Reviews for the premiere were mixed. Some viewers found it a "fabulous and solid start" to the season. However, others criticized the episode as "disturbing" due to the fraudulent extortion plot or felt the acting was forced compared to previous seasons. Watch a review and highlights from this season premiere:
: Chrissy introduces her son, Chuck (nicknamed "Taterhead"), who not only physically resembles Charlie but also shares his interest in playing the piano.