Ep 21. Woody Gets an Election

Woody Gets an Election is the 21st episode of the 11th and final season of Cheers. The episode first aired on April 29, 1993, and was directed by James Burrows and written by Dan Staley and Rob Long.

The episode centers around Woody (played by Woody Harrelson) who decides to run for office after he is disappointed with the current city council member's plans to tear down an old building, which happens to be Woody's childhood home. Woody's campaign is initially met with ridicule by his friends and coworkers at Cheers, who do not believe he has any chance of winning.

Meanwhile, Rebecca (played by Kirstie Alley) is trying to impress her boss by hosting a fundraiser for the city council member, but her plans are disrupted by Woody's announcement. She tries to convince Woody to drop out, but he refuses and decides to run as an independent candidate.

As Woody's campaign gains momentum, he begins to receive support from unexpected places, including a group of historical preservationists who are also fighting to save the old building. At the same time, Rebecca's fundraiser is a disaster and she is fired by her boss.

In the end, Woody wins the election with an overwhelming majority. He celebrates with his friends at Cheers, who are now proud of him for sticking to his principles and standing up for what he believes in. Rebecca also finds a new job and Woody's childhood home is saved from demolition, making the victory even sweeter.

Overall, Woody Gets an Election is a heartwarming episode that showcases the strength of friendship and the power of standing up for what you believe in. It also highlights the importance of community involvement in local politics and the impact that one person can have on their surroundings.