Ep 19. Charles' Spring Break (A.K.A.: The Last Resort)
- TV-NR
- February 20, 1985
- 24 min
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7.4 (67)
Charles in Charge is a sitcom from the 80s that revolves around the life of Charles, a college student, who becomes a live-in babysitter for a family. Season 1, episode 19, titled "Charles' Spring Break (A.K.A.: The Last Resort)," follows Charles and the Powell family as they head to a resort for a spring break vacation.
The family is excited to go to the beach but Charles is less enthusiastic since he needs to finish a paper. As soon as they arrive at the resort, however, it becomes clear that things are not as they should be. The hotel is overbooked, there is no room for the Powells, and there is nowhere to go. Suddenly, what was supposed to be a relaxing vacation turns into a chaotic and stressful situation.
While the Powell parents try to find a solution to their housing problems, Charles and the kids explore the resort. Charles has an idea to create a makeshift room for them using whatever they can find, including a surfboard and a pool raft. Meanwhile, the kids make friends with a group of teenagers who are also staying at the resort. This leads to some fun and mischief, as they end up sneaking into a high-end reception party where they don't belong.
As the Powell parents scramble to find a place to stay, they end up finding out that one of their acquaintances owns a beach house nearby. Finally, they get to enjoy a comfortable and relaxing vacation. However, Charles faces a dilemma because he's already made plans with the teenagers, and he doesn't want to disappoint them. The situation gets tricky as he tries to make everyone happy, but ultimately everything works out.
In this episode, the characters deal with the challenges of vacationing during peak season, finding a solution in a seemingly impossible situation, and the importance of honesty and communication. The show also portrays the fun and playful side of teenagers, as well as the responsibilities that come with being a babysitter. Overall, "Charles' Spring Break (A.K.A.: The Last Resort)" is a lighthearted and entertaining episode that showcases the show's humor and easy-going vibe.