Ep 11. The Last Temptation of Cybill
- TV-PG
- April 10, 1995
- 22 min
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7.4 (88)
Cybill Shepherd stars in this sitcom as a struggling actress named Cybill Sheridan, who is a single mother living in Los Angeles, California. In season one, episode 11, titled "The Last Temptation of Cybill," Cybill finds herself in a difficult situation when she is offered a role in a film that could potentially save her career. However, the catch is that the character she would be playing is a seductive and promiscuous woman, which goes against Cybill's own personal values. Despite her reservations, Cybill is pressured by her agent Ira (Alan Rosenberg) to take the role, as it could be the break she needs to make it big in Hollywood.
As Cybill struggles with the decision of whether or not to take the part, she is also dealing with a new romantic interest in her life. Her neighbor, Dr. Dick (Tom Wopat), has been pursuing her for some time, and Cybill is starting to develop feelings for him as well. However, when she discovers that Dr. Dick has a wife, she must confront her own moral code and decide if she wants to pursue a relationship with a married man.
Meanwhile, Cybill's friend and fellow actress Maryann (Christine Baranski) is going through her own crisis. She has been cast in a revival of the play "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof," but is struggling with the weight gain required for the role. As Maryann diets and exercises to try and meet the director's demands, Cybill encourages her to embrace her body and embrace her role as a curvy and confident woman.
Throughout the episode, Cybill faces a number of temptations - both professional and personal - as she tries to navigate her way through the ups and downs of Hollywood. With the support of her friends and family, she ultimately learns to stay true to herself and her values, even when faced with difficult choices.
Overall, "The Last Temptation of Cybill" is a funny and insightful episode that explores the challenges faced by women in the entertainment industry, as well as the complexities of relationships and personal values. With a talented cast and witty writing, this episode is a standout in the first season of "Cybill."