Ep 8. Where's Archie? (1)

Where's Archie? (1) is the eighth episode of the fifth season of the classic American sitcom, All in the Family. The episode originally aired on November 10th, 1974.

In this episode, Archie is missing and the family is frantic with worry. Edith is particularly upset and fears the worst, while Gloria and Mike try to reassure her that Archie is probably just out doing something harmless. As time goes on, however, they begin to grow increasingly concerned and decide to file a police report.

Meanwhile, Archie is actually in a bar with some old friends from the war. They are all Marines, and they spend the evening reliving old memories and swapping stories. However, when Archie gets up to leave, he discovers that his car has been stolen. He is forced to spend the night at his friend's house, and the next morning he sets out to find his car.

Along the way, he has several misadventures, including getting into a fight with a group of young men who insult his age and his beliefs. Eventually, he ends up at the police station, where he discovers that his car has been impounded. He pays the fee to get it out and drives home, relieved to be reunited with his family.

Back at home, the family is overjoyed to see Archie, but they are also angry with him for causing them so much worry. They are especially frustrated when they learn that his disappearance was due to his own foolishness, and not any kind of emergency or accident.

Overall, Where's Archie? (1) is a classic episode of All in the Family that showcases the show's signature blend of humor, drama, and social commentary. Through Archie's misadventures, the episode offers a poignant reminder of the importance of family and the dangers of taking loved ones for granted.