Ep 4. Look Who's Stalking
- TV-PG
- January 23, 1995
- 22 min
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7.3 (85)
Cybill Shepherd stars in this hit sitcom about a struggling actress named Cybill Sheridan living in Los Angeles with her two daughters and eccentric best friend. In season 1 episode 4, titled "Look Who's Stalking," Cybill's ex-husband Ira starts dating her therapist, Dr. Dick. As Cybill struggles with the idea of her ex and her therapist together, she also becomes convinced that someone is stalking her.
The episode begins with Cybill walking to her car at night, feeling uneasy and paranoid. She hears footsteps behind her, but when she turns around, no one is there. The next day, she confides in her friend Maryann, who brushes off her concerns by telling her she's just being paranoid. However, Cybill becomes increasingly convinced that she's being stalked after receiving anonymous phone calls and finding strange notes on her car.
Meanwhile, Cybill's ex-husband Ira has started seeing her therapist, Dr. Dick. Cybill is shocked by the news, especially since she has been using Dr. Dick to help her cope with her divorce from Ira. She tries to keep her distance from both Ira and Dr. Dick, but when they both show up at her house unexpectedly, Cybill can't help but feel uncomfortable.
As Cybill's paranoia and anxiety about being stalked worsen, she becomes convinced that Ira is behind it all. She confronts him, but he denies any involvement and assures her that he's happy with Dr. Dick. Cybill reluctantly accepts his explanation but remains on edge.
To distract herself from her fears, Cybill agrees to go on a date with a handsome actor named Trevor. However, the date is a disaster, and Trevor turns out to be sexist and selfish. Cybill decides to end the date early and goes home, only to find that her stalker has broken into her house and left behind a threatening note.
Panicked, Cybill calls the police, who are able to track down the stalker's identity. In a shocking twist, Cybill learns that the stalker is someone she knows and trusts. The episode ends on a cliffhanger, leaving viewers wondering what will happen next.
Overall, "Look Who's Stalking" is a tense and suspenseful episode that showcases Cybill Shepherd's comedic talent and dramatic range. The episode touches on themes of paranoia, trust, and betrayal, and keeps viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.