Ep 15. Bugging the Governor
- TV-NR
- January 10, 1980
- 25 min
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7.0 (37)
Benson season 1 episode 15, titled "Bugging the Governor," follows the ongoing antics of the governor's mansion staff as they work to keep things running smoothly while under intense public scrutiny. In this particular episode, a state senator is set to visit the mansion, and tensions are high as the staff prepares for his arrival.
One staff member in particular, the governor's personal secretary Marcy Hill, seems especially frazzled. She has been tasked with ensuring that everything runs smoothly during the senator's visit, but she has a secret that is weighing heavily on her mind.
You see, Marcy has a crush on the senator, and she has been struggling to keep her feelings under control as she works closely with him and the other members of the governor's staff. To make matters worse, Marcy has recently discovered that the senator is wearing a wire while visiting the mansion, hoping to gather information that could help him in his upcoming reelection campaign.
As Marcy struggles to keep her secret from the rest of the staff, Benson is tasked with finding out who has been leaking information to the senator. In classic Benson fashion, he sets out to solve the case with his trademark wit and cunning, while also trying to help Marcy deal with her feelings for the senator.
Meanwhile, tensions continue to rise as the senator's visit draws nearer, and the staff struggles to keep up appearances. As the day of the visit arrives, things come to a head as Benson discovers the identity of the leak, and Marcy is forced to confront her feelings for the senator.
Overall, "Bugging the Governor" is a classic episode of Benson, full of twists and turns, humor, and heart. It's a must-watch for fans of the show, and a great starting point for those new to the series.