Ep 11. The Blue Feather

In the fourth season of the timeless classic "Green Acres," audiences were treated to a dazzling array of wacky and hilarious escapades involving the charming residents of Hooterville. One of the more memorable episodes from this season is "The Blue Feather," in which we see the return of Lisa's sister, whose meddling ways threaten to disrupt the peaceful existence of the Douglas family.

As the episode begins, Lisa receives a mysterious package in the mail containing a blue feather. She is elated, as she believes it's a gift from one of her many suitors. But her joy quickly turns to confusion when she learns that the feather was actually sent by her sister, who wants her to come to New York for a visit.

Despite being less than thrilled about the prospect of leaving the farm, Lisa decides to make the trip to the city, accompanied by her faithful husband Oliver. Once they arrive, they are greeted by Lisa's sister, who immediately begins to stir up trouble. She ridicules Lisa for being a country bumpkin and tries to convince her to leave Oliver and start a new life in the city.

Oliver is initially amused by Lisa's sister's antics, but things take a turn for the worse when she convinces him to take her out for a night on the town. They end up at a fancy restaurant, where they are mistaken for a high society couple and treated to a lavish meal. But when Oliver realizes that the bill is exorbitant, he panics and sneaks out of the restaurant with Lisa's sister in tow.

Meanwhile, back in Hooterville, the residents are struggling to cope without Lisa. Eb is particularly distraught, as he has become accustomed to her frequent baking and motherly advice. He decides to take matters into his own hands and tries to recreate Lisa's famous hotcakes, but his efforts are disastrous.

Back in New York, Oliver and Lisa's sister find themselves stranded in a seedy part of town with no money and no way to get back to their hotel. They are approached by a shady character who offers to give them a ride, but they quickly realize that he has sinister intentions. Just as things begin to look bleak, they are saved by the timely arrival of a group of police officers.

With their ordeal over, Oliver and Lisa's sister return to Hooterville, where they are greeted by a relieved Eb and the rest of the townspeople. Lisa's sister has a newfound appreciation for country life and even offers to help out on the farm. But her change of heart might not be enough to undo the damage she caused during her visit.

"The Blue Feather" is a classic episode of "Green Acres" that showcases the series' trademark blend of zany humor and heartwarming moments. It's a testament to the show's enduring popularity that fans still enjoy watching it today, more than 50 years after it originally aired. Whether you're a diehard "Green Acres" fan or just looking for a good laugh, this episode is sure to delight and entertain.