Ep 18. License to Hill

In "License to Hill," the eighteenth episode of the tenth season of Cheers, the gang gets involved in some high stakes betting when they discover that a new customer, Hill, has a knack for gambling. Cliff, in particular, becomes obsessed with Hill and his winning streak, and begins to take foolish risks in an attempt to win big. Meanwhile, Rebecca tries to impress a potential investor who happens to be an old flame of hers, but her attempts are thwarted by Sam's jealousy.

The episode opens with Hill's arrival at Cheers. He quickly becomes a hit with the gang, as he wins every bet he places. Cliff, in particular, becomes obsessed with Hill and his success. He begins to take more and more risks to try and win big, even going so far as to put his house up for collateral.

As Hill's luck continues, Sam becomes suspicious. He is convinced that Hill is cheating, and he asks Woody to keep an eye on him. However, Woody discovers that Hill is not cheating at all - he is just incredibly lucky.

Meanwhile, Rebecca is trying to impress a potential investor, who happens to be an old flame of hers. She starts to tell lies about her life, including that she owns a racehorse, in an attempt to impress him. However, Sam becomes jealous and tries to sabotage her efforts.

As the night wears on and the bets get higher, Cliff takes more and more risks. He eventually puts his house up as collateral in a bet with Hill. However, before the bet can be settled, Hill suddenly disappears. Cliff is left without a home and thousands of dollars in debt.

In the end, it is revealed that Hill is actually an undercover agent investigating illegal gambling. He had to disappear suddenly to avoid blowing his cover. Cliff is left with nothing, but he learns an important lesson about the dangers of gambling.

Meanwhile, Rebecca's lies catch up with her, and she is forced to come clean to her old flame. Surprisingly, he is impressed with her honesty and agrees to invest in the bar.

"License to Hill" is a classic episode of Cheers, showcasing the show's trademark blend of humor, heart, and social commentary. It is a cautionary tale about the dangers of gambling, but it is also an exploration of the lengths we will go to impress others. The episode deftly balances these two themes, and the result is a funny and poignant episode that is sure to entertain.