Ep 10. Lucy the Cement Worker

In the second season of the classic sitcom Here's Lucy, episode 10 titled "Lucy the Cement Worker" follows the hilarious misadventures of Lucy Carter, played by Lucille Ball herself, as she takes on a job at a construction site.

The episode begins with Lucy and her best friend and coworker Mary Jane Lewis, played by Mary Wickes, being laid off from their previous job. In desperate need of money, Lucy decides to take up an offer from her brother-in-law Harry, played by Gale Gordon, to work for him as a cement worker.

Despite her lack of experience, Lucy is determined to do her best on the job and impress her brother-in-law, who has always doubted her capabilities. However, things quickly go wrong when Lucy accidentally pours cement on Harry's shoes and then gets her own foot stuck in the cement mixer.

As she struggles to free herself, chaos ensues as her coworkers try to help her without getting stuck themselves. Meanwhile, Lucy's sister and boss at the employment agency, Vivian, played by Vivian Vance, is left to deal with her eccentric client, Mr. Mooney, played by Hayden Rorke.

Throughout the episode, Lucy's zany antics and physical comedy are on full display as she tries to prove herself as a cement worker while constantly getting into trouble. Her coworkers, played by veteran character actors Paul Winchell and Jerry Hausner, provide comedic support as they struggle to keep up with Lucy's antics.

All the while, Harry keeps a close eye on Lucy and is unimpressed by her performance, which only motivates Lucy to work harder and prove him wrong. In the end, Lucy's determination pays off in a surprising and hilarious way that involves the entire construction site.

With its signature blend of slapstick humor, witty banter, and heartwarming moments, "Lucy the Cement Worker" is a delightfully entertaining episode of Here's Lucy that showcases the talents of its legendary cast and timeless comedic style.