Ep 3. A Little Ho-mance
- October 22, 2003
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6.6 (75)
Becker season 6 episode 3, titled "A Little Ho-mance," follows the sarcastic and grumpy titular character, Dr. John Becker, as he tries to navigate his complicated love life.
In this episode, the audience sees Becker struggling with a burgeoning relationship with a female patient named Ellen. Ellen, a former prostitute, has turned her life around and is now pursuing her dream of becoming a stand-up comedian. Becker and Ellen hit it off immediately, and they both seem to be genuinely interested in each other. However, the situation becomes complicated when another patient, a male prostitute named Frankie, reveals that he has feelings for Ellen.
Becker is irritated by Frankie's interference and dismisses his feelings as irrational. Meanwhile, Ellen is trying to balance her newfound success in comedy with her growing feelings for Becker.
As the episode progresses, Becker becomes increasingly jealous of Ellen's interactions with Frankie and starts to question whether he is truly ready for a committed relationship. Meanwhile, Ellen is struggling with her own insecurities and wonders if she will ever be able to fully trust Becker.
Throughout the episode, the audience is also introduced to the various quirks and idiosyncrasies of Becker's friends and coworkers, including the bumbling nurse's aide Linda and the perpetually upbeat chiropractor Jake.
Despite the drama and tension surrounding Becker's love life, the episode maintains a lighthearted tone and is punctuated by moments of humor and witty banter. Ultimately, "A Little Ho-mance" explores the complexities of romantic relationships and reinforces the importance of open communication and trust.