Ep 14. The Kidney Stays in the Picture

George Lopez season 5 episode 14 "The Kidney Stays in the Picture" is a heartwarming and emotional episode that centers around George's struggle to come to terms with the reality of donating a kidney to his estranged father, Manny Lopez.

The episode opens with George receiving a phone call from his sister Linda, who informs him that their father is in the hospital and desperately needs a kidney transplant. Despite their rocky relationship, George feels a sense of obligation to help his father and agrees to be tested to see if he is a compatible donor.

As the days go by, George is plagued with doubts and fears about the surgery and begins to question whether he is capable of going through with it. He confides in his wife Angie, who tries to reassure him that he is doing the right thing, but George remains uncertain.

Meanwhile, Manny arrives at the Lopez household, looking to reconnect with his family. George is initially hesitant to welcome him back into his life, but eventually decides to give him a chance. Manny reveals that he is suffering from liver disease and desperately needs a kidney transplant to survive.

Despite his reservations, George decides to go through with the surgery and donate his kidney to his father. The surgery is a success, but not without its complications. As George and Manny both recover in the hospital, they finally have a chance to reconcile and mend their relationship.

"The Kidney Stays in the Picture" is a powerful episode that touches on themes of family, forgiveness, and sacrifice. The performances by the cast are exceptional, particularly by George Lopez and his onscreen father, played by actor William Marquez. The episode is both heartwarming and heartbreaking, and will leave viewers feeling emotionally touched and inspired.