Ep 3. Whatever It Takes

Arli$$ is a sports comedy television series that follows a sports agent Arliss Michaels, played by Robert Wuhl, and his group of associates as they go about their daily business of signing and managing athletes. In season 3 episode 3, titled Whatever It Takes, Arliss faces a challenging situation when he is asked to represent two teammates, Greg (Kenny Johnson) and Tim (Terry Rhoads), who are both vying for the same position in the Los Angeles Dodgers team.

Arliss is aware that signing both of them would not only pit them against one another but also lead to further complications down the road. However, he realizes that signing either of them may cause a rift between him and the other player, and he would lose out on a potential client. With no easy solution in sight, Arliss sets out on a quest to find a way to make them coexist and work together for the betterment of the team.

Meanwhile, Arliss' assistant Rita (Sandra Oh) faces a predicament of her own when she must take care of her ex-husband's (Arnold Pinnock) dog. She is hesitant at first, but when she realizes how important the dog is to her ex-husband, she takes up the challenge. However, things soon spiral out of control, and Rita must enlist the help of Arliss to get the situation under control before it gets out of hand.

Arliss also finds himself embroiled in a dispute with his friend and colleague, Kirby Carlisle (Jim Turner), who is threatening to leave the agency and start his own company. Arliss is taken aback by Kirby's sudden decision and sets out to try and dissuade him from leaving. However, Kirby is resolute and refuses to back down. Arliss must find a way to prevent Kirby from leaving and damaging his business in the process.

As the episode progresses, Arliss must navigate the various obstacles that stand in his way and find a way to make everything work out for everyone involved. He faces tough choices and must make difficult decisions that could have far-reaching consequences for him, his clients and his friends. With his quick wit and sharp mind, Arliss sets out to overcome all these challenges and emerges victorious in the end.

Overall, Whatever It Takes is a fun and exciting episode that showcases the humor, drama, and complex relationships that are characteristic of the show. The episode highlights the challenges that sports agents face every day and the lengths to which they must go to satisfy the demands of their clients. With a talented cast and a tight script, Arli$$ Season 3 Episode 3 is an entertaining and enjoyable watch for fans of sports comedy.