That Girl
Overview
That Girl, an iconic sitcom airing on ABC from 1966 to 1971, features Marlo Thomas as Ann Marie, a young woman with dreams of stardom. Leaving her small-town life in Brewster, New York, Ann navigates the bustling streets of New York City, juggling quirky temporary jobs while chasing acting opportunities. Her supportive boyfriend, Donald Hollinger, portrayed by Ted Bessell, works as a writer for Newsview Magazine. Ann's loving but anxious parents, Lew and Helen Marie, are played by Lew Parker and Rosemary DeCamp. Developed by Bill Persky and Sam Denoff, the series captures the charm and humor of pursuing one's dreams.
Episodes
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1
Into the Wilds
In this gripping episode, four groups of ordinary individuals are cast into the rugged wilderness of Alaska, where their first challenge is to locate...
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Don't Just Do Something, Stand There
Title: Don't Just Do Something, Stand There Plot: After five years of navigating life as a self-sufficient actress, Ann crosses paths with Donald H...
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What Did We Get Ourselves Into?
Greg goes hunting for mountain goats, in spite of never having shot a gun before. Dennis and his girls go fishing for salmon, and discover this is no ...
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2
Goodbye, Hello, Goodbye
Ann Marie decides to step out of her parents' cozy home and embrace independence in New York City. However, her plans take an unexpected turn when her...
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3
Starving in the Wilderness
In her quest for sustenance, Carolyn sets out to hunt moose, aiming to stock up on meat for the impending cold season. Meanwhile, Paul shares valuabl...
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3
Never Change a Diaper on Opening Night
Title: The Audition Dilemma Plot: Ann finds herself in a bind when she secures an audition with the renowned Jules Benedict while also responsible fo...
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4
I'll Be Suing You
Ann finds herself in court after an incident that involved a pedestrian and a sewing machine.
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5
Alaska Bites Back
Tim, Allan, and Jasmine discover that their trek from Flower Lake to Hawkins Glacier is far from easy. Although they anticipate a three-day journey, ...
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5
Anatomy of a Blunder
Title: The Picnic Predicament Plot: Ann decides to introduce Donald to her parents, but their journey takes a challenging turn when they pause for a ...
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6
Rich Little Rich Kid
Ann finds herself captivated by a rich man who showers her with lavish gifts, prompting Don to step up his game in an attempt to win her over. However...
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7
Take the Long Way Home
As the four groups prepare to rejoin society, they must first trek through challenging terrain to reach the rescue plane, confronting both dehydratio...
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7
Help Wanted
There's a crucial lesson to be learned: never recruit your girlfriend as your coworker. Don discovers this firsthand when he brings Ann on board as hi...
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8
Back from the Wild
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8
Little Auction Annie
During an antique auction, Ann acquires a box of odds and ends that includes a baseball. Shortly after her purchase, a mysterious man begins to shadow...
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9
Time for Arrest
In an effort to assist a fellow waitress, Ann finds herself behind bars after inadvertently serving two competing crime factions. When the police stor...
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10
Break a Leg
Sandy, Ann's friend and a newly crowned Broadway star, comes to visit. Out of the blue, Sandy falls ill, forcing Ann to step into her role. The cast a...
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11
What's in a Name?
Ann's agent believes she should adopt a new stage name to enhance her promising acting career.
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12
Soap Gets in Your Eyes
When Donald's parents come to meet Ann for the first time, his mother, Mildred, instantly develops an aversion to her. This disapproval stems from Ann...
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13
All About Ann
Ann fears she might lose her beloved Donald to a well-known actress, unaware that he is actually interviewing her for his article.
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14
Phantom of the Horse Opera
Ann and Donald encounter a mysterious organist who once provided music for silent films. Intrigued, Donald decides to cover his story. However, their ...
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15
Beware of Actors Bearing Gifts
Title: Beware of Actors Bearing Gifts Plot: Ann receives a series of lavish gifts from her fellow acting student, Hobart Niles. Both she and Donald...
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16
Christmas and the Hard-Luck Kid
Title: A Christmas for the Lonely Plot: In this heartwarming holiday episode, Ann shares a poignant memory with Donald from her days as a teacher. Sh...
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17
Among My Souvenirs
While going through some old souvenirs, Ann stumbles upon mementos linked to her former boyfriend, Freddy. As she reminisces about their time together...
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18
These Boots Weren't Made For Walking
Ann works as a shoe salesperson, but there's a catch: the shoes she sells have a tendency to deteriorate after a while.
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19
Kimomo My House
Title: Kimomo My House Plot: Ann decides to employ a housekeeper for Donald, hoping to ease his burdens. However, the new maid's charm and efficiency...
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20
Gone With the Breeze
Title: Lost in the Wind Plot: Donald shares his unpublished novel with Ann, eagerly anticipating her feedback. However, Ann accidentally misplaces th...
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21
Rain, Snow and Rice
Title: Rain, Snow and Rice Plot: Ann and Donald receive an invitation from their friends, Jerry Bauman and Margie, to attend a secluded wedding in ...
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22
Paper Hats and Everything
Ann believes her friends are planning a surprise birthday party for her when her dad takes her out for dinner.
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23
What Are Your Intentions?
Lou believes that Ann and Donald should tie the knot, but they each have their own perspectives on the matter.
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24
A Tenor's Loving Care
Title: A Tenor's Tender Attention Plot: Ann assists Donald in securing an exclusive piece on a renowned opera vocalist, but only if he can manage his...
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25
Leaving the Nest is For the Birds
Title: Urban Life Has Its Perks Plot: Ann hosts a dinner for her parents and Aunt Harriet, aiming to showcase the perks of her city lifestyle. As she...
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26
You Have to Know Someone to Be Unknown
Ann discovers that a well-known producer is seeking fresh talent for his upcoming play, and she persuades Donald to recommend her. Despite his attempt...
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27
The Honeymoon Apartment
Title: The Honeymoon Apartment Plot: When Ann's frugal cousin shows up with his new wife and overstays their welcome, she decides enough is enough. T...
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28
This Little Piggy Had a Ball
At a particularly inopportune time, Ann finds herself with her toe wedged inside a bowling ball.
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29
Author, Author
In search of comedic material for her audition, Ann turns to Donald for his writing skills. However, she quickly discovers that his attempts at humor ...
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30
The Mating Game
Donald is assigned to cover the show "The Mating Game," and enlists Ann as one of the contestants, keeping his identity as a bachelor a secret from he...
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1
Pass the Potatoes, Ethel Merman
Ann is taken aback when she unexpectedly joins Ethel Merman on stage, who selects her for a cameo role in a revival of "Gypsy."
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2
The Good Skate
In a determined bid to land a role in a soft-drink commercial, Ann throws herself into learning how to roller-skate.
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3
Black, White and Read All Over
After receiving his twelfth rejection slip, Donald, who is eager to see his unpublished novel succeed, finds himself feeling down. Meanwhile, Ann's fa...
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4
To Each her Own
Title: To Each Her Own Plot: Donald decides to explore the world of computer matchmaking for a story. Ann feels a pang of jealousy when Donald's Comp...
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4
Crash Landing
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5
The Apartment
Ann lands a job in telephone marketing just as her apartment is getting a fresh coat of paint. To manage her work, she borrows Donald's place while he...
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6
Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder (1)
Title: Distance Deepens Affection (1) Plot: Ann Marie is overjoyed after landing a part in a Broadway production, but her excitement diminishes whe...
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6
Bear Hunt
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7
The Philadelphia Story (2)
Title: The Philadelphia Story (2) Plot: While in Philadelphia for a theater production, Ann finds herself distracted by thoughts of Donald, even thou...
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There's Nothing to Be Afreud of But Freud Himself
Title: The Only Fear is Freud Plot: Following a session with a renowned psychologist, Donald applies his newfound insights to delve deep into Ann's c...
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9
The Collaborators
Ann and Donald discover that couples who create together often clash as well when they team up to produce a play based on her life story.
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10
When in Rome
Ann lands a role in an Italian film, but she decides to decline the offer upon learning that it includes a nude scene.
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11
Thanksgiving Comes But One a Year, Hopefully
The Hollingers are disappointed that their son won't be home for Thanksgiving, while the Maries are struggling with the disruption of their family tra...
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12
The Mailman Cometh
During a modeling gig at a popular restaurant, Ann crosses paths with an agent named Seymour. He arranges a date for her with Dick Shawn as part of a ...
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13
It's a Mod, Mod World (1)
Title: It's a Mod, Mod World (1) Plot: Ann encounters a stylish photographer named Noel Prince, who instantly rubs Donald the wrong way. Despite Do...
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14
It's a Mod, Mod World (2)
Noel develops a serious crush on Ann. When Don spots a newspaper image of Ann and Noel getting arrested for playing in a fountain, he immediately hops...
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15
'Twas the Night before Christmas, You're Under Arrest
Ann buys tickets for the Baumans from a scalper, writing a check that includes her address and claiming the tickets are for her neighbors. Worried the...
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16
A Friend in Need
Title: A Friend in Need Plot: After Ann injures her ankle at the office, Donald steps in to lend a helping hand. He takes charge by whipping up exqui...
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17
Fur All We Know
Buzzy, a fortune seeker, becomes infatuated with Ann when she dons a borrowed chinchilla stole for an upscale event.
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18
The Rivals
Title: The Rivals Plot: Ann invites her boyfriend Donald to her family's home for the weekend, anticipating a joyful visit. However, she quickly real...
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19
Sixty-Five on the Aisle
When Ann invites her parents to witness her first performance on Broadway, she discovers that her lines have been significantly reduced. In a bid to s...
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20
Call of the Wild
Ann starts to feel insecure about her sex appeal after she lands a role as the Creamy Soap Girl. The producer views her as a pure, innocent face that ...
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21
The Other Woman
Title: The Other Woman Plot: Lou decides to accompany Ethel Merman out of kindness, but their outing sparks rumors that they are romantically involve...
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22
He and She and He
Donald is taken aback when Ann gets a marriage proposal from British fashion photographer Noel Prince. Despite Ann's insistence that her heart belongs...
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23
Odpdypahimcaifss
Title: Odpdypahimcaifss Plot: Mrs. Hollister visits Ann's apartment and discovers a pair of her son’s trousers hanging in Ann's closet, raising her...
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24
Great Guy
Marge excitedly shares with Ann that she's found the man of her dreams, but her joy is short-lived when he unexpectedly withdraws after she suggests m...
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25
The Detective Story
Title: The Mystery Unfolds Plot: Ann begins receiving disturbing phone calls, prompting her to ask the local police chief for assistance and protecti...
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26
If You Were Almost the Only Man in the World
Title: If You Were Nearly the Last Man on Earth Plot: After Ann is accidentally struck by a baseball, she finds herself under the care of a physician...
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27
Just Spell the Name Right
Title: Just Spell the Name Right Plot: Ann faces intense pressure to bring on the dubious publicist Eddie Edwards, who quickly ties her to a messy ...
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28
The Beard
Ann is not a fan of Donald's new beard and decides to take action to convince him to get rid of it.
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29
The Drunkard
After a night of heavy drinking, comedian Marty ends up at Ann's place to recover from his bender. When he wakes up, he’s convinced that they shared...
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30
Old Man's Darling
Title: A Chance Encounter Plot: At a lively gathering, Ann crosses paths with Andrew Washington, an older gentleman who inadvertently douses her pris...
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Sock It to Me
Despite the director's disapproval, Ann earns a role in a Broadway production thanks to the leading man, Barry Sullivan. Thrilled by this chance, Ann'...
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The Hi-Jack and the Mighty
Title: The Heist and the Heroine Plot: Ann, a flight attendant aspiring to land a role in an airline commercial, becomes convinced that a passenger i...
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3
Eleven Angry Men and That Girl
Ann takes her role in jury duty seriously and stands firm when the rest of the panel decides to vote "guilty" for a man charged with assaulting his wi...
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7 1/4 (1)
Ann travels to Los Angeles with Donald to cover a story about media violence. Their collaboration leads to misunderstandings, particularly for her fat...
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7 1/4 (2)
While in Los Angeles, Ann lands a role in action-packed soda commercials, much to Donald's dismay. He despises the idea, as it goes completely against...
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Secret Ballot
Title: Hidden Votes Plot: Ann is thrilled at the chance to cast her vote in her inaugural presidential election. Eager to be well-informed, she spend...
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7
The Face in the Shower Room Door
Title: The Shadow Behind the Shower Door Plot: While taking a shower, Ann finds herself trapped and unable to escape. Just when panic begins to set i...
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8
A Muggy Day in Central Park
After Ann is attacked and robbed, she goes to great lengths to keep the incident a secret from her father. Meanwhile, Donald decides to take matters i...
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9
Just Donald and Me and Jerry Makes Three
Title: Just Donald, Me, and Jerry Makes Three Plot: Ann and Donald find themselves caught in the crossfire of Jerry and Ruth's rocky relationship, ...
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10
The Seventh Time Around
Don covers a story about an elderly multimillionaire named Margaret "Trixie" Weatherby, which leads Ann to feel threatened. She becomes suspicious tha...
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11
Ann vs. Secretary
Donald’s alluring new secretary, Pat Crawford, plans to join him on a work trip to Washington, D.C., aiming to win his affection away from Ann. Feel...
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12
Decision Before Dawn
Ann finds herself in a dilemma as everyone around her has their own ideas on how she should spend her hefty paycheck. Each person presents a different...
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13
Should All our Old Acquaintances be Forgot
Ann and Donald plan to celebrate the New Year quietly on their own, but their plans take a turn when Ann's parents drop by for a quick drink. What was...
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14
The Homewrecker and the Window Washer
In an office lobby, Ann finds herself confronted by a hostile bully, but it’s Rudy Clarn, a nearby window washer, who steps in to help her. Unfortun...
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15
The Eye of the Beholder
Ann is gifted a truly terrible piece of artwork from Donald and finds herself flooded with various opinions about it.
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16
Dark on Top of Everything Else
Title: Dark on Top of Everything Else Plot: In search of a break, Ann chooses to stay at her parents' house while they are away on vacation. However,...
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17
The Earrings
On Valentine's Day, Ann and Donald share meaningful gifts with each other. She presents him with a tie clasp, while he surprises her with a beautiful ...
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18
Many Happy Returns
Donald attempts to assist Ann with her IRS troubles but ends up in a sticky situation of his own that involves flour.
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19
My Sister's Keeper
Title: My Sister's Keeper Plot: Ann lands a role in a new soda advertisement, but must rely on a voice artist to record her singing. The talented Ros...
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20
There Was a Time Ann Met a Pie Man
Title: The Day Ann Encountered the Pie Man Plot: Ann lands a role in a television series where she unexpectedly becomes the target of a pie thrown in...
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21
The Subject Was Rabies
Title: The Canine Conundrum Plot: Lou is unexpectedly bitten by a stray dog that trails Ann back to her place, leading him to believe he might have c...
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22
The Defiant One
Title: The Rebel Heart Plot: After rescuing a young African-American boy from being accused of shoplifting, Ann strikes up a friendship with him. Whe...
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23
Fly Me to the Moon
Title: Fly Me to the Moon Plot: Ann secures a public relations position with the Air Force, focusing on elevating the profile of women in the space p...
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24
It's So Nice to Have a Mouse Around the House
One late night, Ann calls Donald to report a mouse in her apartment. Concerned for her safety, Donald rushes over to keep her company. However, Lou dr...
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25
Bad Day at Marvin Gardens
Title: Trouble at Marvin Gardens Plot: The Marie siblings, Donald and Ann, are engrossed in a lively Monopoly match when their friend Lou's competiti...
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26
Sue Me, Sue Me, What Can You Do Me?
While at the Newsview office, Lou unexpectedly slips on a puddle of water. Donald learns that Lou needs to sign a waiver to absolve the company of any...
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Mission Improbable (1)
While working as a model for Unifit, Ann is tasked with an undercover mission to investigate a rival company that’s believed to be plagiarizing thei...
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Mission Improbable (2)
Oblivious to the fact that her true identity has been exposed, Ann falls into a trap and ends up taking pictures of the rejected designs.
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My Part Belongs to Daddy
Ann has been given the responsibility of directing the Brewster's annual play, but she faces the tough task of informing her father that he won’t be...
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4
Nobody Here But Us Chickens
Title: Only Us Chickens Around Plot: Ann lands a gig as a dancing chicken mascot for a fast-food fried chicken restaurant. However, her boss has inap...
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At the Drop of a Budget
Title: The Hypnotic Sale Plot: Ann visits a dentist known for utilizing hypnosis to soothe anxious patients. During her session, while Ann is in a tr...
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Hearing Today, Gone Tomorrow
Title: Sound of Silence Plot: After catching a cold, Ann suffers from sudden hearing loss, which jeopardizes her opportunity to film a crucial commer...
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7
The Snow Must Go On (1)
Ann, along with her parents and Donald, finds themselves stuck at Kennedy Airport during a fierce blizzard. With a Broadway audition on the horizon, A...
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8
Write is Wrong (2)
Don crafts a TV segment centered on the event at Kennedy Airport, provided that Ann is willing to take the lead role. He finds himself inundated with ...
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Shake Hands and Come Out Acting
Don is working on a piece about a boxer who dreams of transitioning into acting.
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10
Fix My Screen and Bug Out
Ann steps in to assist her neighbors in a crucial battle to save their hotel from being taken over by her former boyfriend.
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11
Kiss That Girl Goodbye
Don gets an opportunity to travel to Paris, but he hesitates as he considers how Ann will cope in his absence.
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12
She Didn't Have the Vegas Notion (1)
Ann lands a role in a Las Vegas show alongside a self-absorbed actor who schemes to sabotage her romance with Donald.
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13
She Didn't Have the Vegas Notion (2)
Marty devises a plan to trick everyone into believing that Donald has tied the knot with a famous actress. However, Ann and Donald catch wind of his r...
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14
I Am a Curious Lemon
Ann hosts a dinner gathering where one of Donald's former girlfriends, who is now married, will be present. Eager to make a good impression on Heather...
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15
Ten Percent of Nothing is Nothing
Ann teams up with her agent for a comedy performance in the Catskills, but things don't go as planned, leading to a series of unfortunate and chaotic ...
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16
Opening Night
Ann is filled with dread as she anticipates the negative feedback from her Broadway opening night. Her mounting anxiety culminates in a mishap when he...
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17
That Meter Maid
Ann finds herself reminiscing about her time as a meter maid when she encounters Donald's new supervisor. Back in her meter maid days, she attempted t...
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18
Fly By Night (1)
Title: Fly By Night (1) Plot: Ann and Donald set their sights on a getaway to her father's rustic cabin in Vermont. Their journey takes a turn when D...
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19
Ugh, Wilderness (2)
Title: Ugh, Wilderness (2) Plot: Once Jon confirms that Donald and Ann are safe, he sets out to find assistance. Meanwhile, Ann and Donald begin to w...
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20
Stocks and the Single Girl
While out and about, Ann unexpectedly crosses paths with a stockbroker who hands her his business card. To her surprise, she discovers a grocery list ...
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21
The Night They Raided Daddy's
Title: The Night They Raided Daddy's Plot: Ann's dad is struggling to keep his restaurant afloat, so she decides to hire a band to boost customer tra...
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22
The Reunion
Title: The Reunion Plot: Ann, serving as the class secretary-treasurer, misplaces $360 intended for their high school reunion. In a bind, she turns t...
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23
Gone-A-Courtin'
Ann is summoned to court to assist a producer in a legal battle centered around a shish-kabob skewer.
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24
They Shoot Pictures, Don't They?
Ruth Bauman, the neighbor, seems oddly indifferent about the movie her husband is working on with Ann and Donald. While watching the film with Donald,...
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25
Easy Faller
While attempting to showcase skiing in Ann's apartment, Donald injures his back and becomes anxious about potentially missing an important interview. ...
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All's Well That Ends
Don plans to surprise Ann with a theater outing for her birthday, but her plans change when she learns she needs to babysit a neighbor's child who is ...
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Counter Proposal
After four years of being together, Donald musters the courage to propose to Ann, presenting her with an engagement ring. However, he bought it second...
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Donald, Sandi, and Harry and Snoopy
Sandi, Donald's sister, is infatuated with a certain actor, prompting Donald to ask Ann to investigate his character. However, the actor becomes aware...
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3
I Ain't Got Nobody
A revealing photo of Ann appears in a "Playpen" magazine, putting her opportunity to star in a children's show at serious risk.
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No Man is Manhattan Island
During a game show, Ann is tasked with learning more about her neighbors. When nobody is willing to share, she decides to host a party to bring everyo...
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5
Rattle of a Single Girl
Title: The Rumble of a Solo Woman Plot: Ann and Donald visit a pre-marital therapist in an effort to identify any issues they might have, despite the...
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There Sure Are a Bunch of Cards in St. Louis (1)
Ann discovers that trying to accomplish two goals at once can be overwhelming when she travels to St. Louis with Donald to meet his family and partici...
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There Sure Are a Bunch of Cards in St. Louis (2)
While in St. Louis to perform in a play and meet Donald's family, Ann discovers that things never go smoothly for her.
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8
That Cake
Ann proudly earns the coveted title of "Miss New York has Everything" and takes part in a promotional segment for the city, where she bakes a deliciou...
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9
That Girl's Daddy
Title: That Girl's Daddy Plot: Lou begins to feel the weight of aging, prompting Ann to introduce him to Jeanie, a vibrant young woman who rekindles ...
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10
Stop the Presses, I Want to Get Off
Ann gets a job offer from a competing magazine, as the team believes that with her engagement to Donald, he will provide her with the support she need...
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11
Super Reporter
Don finds himself trapped in a "super Don" costume after his friends play a prank by taking his clothes and failing to return them. This unfortunate m...
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12
That Senorita
Ann learns a valuable lesson about representation when a sketch featuring her turns out to be highly offensive to the Mexican community.
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13
An Uncle Herbert for All Seasons
Uncle Herbert shakes things up for Ann and Donald by introducing them to a series of dubious get-rich-quick schemes.
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14
That Script
Ann is eager to acquire the film rights to a novel, but the author initially refuses to sell. However, upon meeting Ann and noticing her striking rese...
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15
Those Friars
Ann inherits an old trunk from her late Uncle Harry, which is packed with memorabilia from his time in vaudeville. To her astonishment, legendary ente...
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A Limited Engagement
Title: A Temporary Retreat Plot: Donald suddenly ends his engagement with Ann, grappling with doubts and fears about commitment. As he struggles with...
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The Russians are Staying
Title: The Russians are Staying Plot: Ann befriends a Russian named Nicholai, who turns out to be a con artist taking advantage of her generosity. As...
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18
That Shoplifter
Ann is duped by a robber into shoplifting.
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Chef's Night Out
Title: A Culinary Challenge Plot: When a virus sweeps through the staff, Ann and Donald take it upon themselves to manage Lou's restaurant solo. Wi...
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20
That King
Ann befriends a young king, discovering that he’s just a kid like her!
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21
Stag Party
Donald’s friends organize a wild bachelor party for him, but the festivities spiral out of control, jeopardizing his engagement to Ann.
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22
Two For the Money
Ann lands a modeling gig at Belmont Race Track, and when Don's buddies discover there's a horse named after her, they take it as a good omen. They han...
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23
Soot Yourself
Title: Soot Yourself Plot: Ann, a dedicated member of an environmental advocacy group, finds herself protesting outside the Newsview Magazine headqua...
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The Elevated Woman
As Ann and Donald head to the Women's Liberation meeting—something Donald is less than enthusiastic about—they find themselves stuck in a malfunct...
