Ep 3. But I Didn't Shoot the Deputy

Married...with Children season 1 episode 3, "But I Didn't Shoot the Deputy," follows the Bundy family as they deal with the aftermath of Al's encounter with a local police officer. When Al is out driving with his family, he accidentally hits a police officer with his car. Although the officer is not badly injured, he decides to sue Al for damages, claiming that Al hit him on purpose.

As Al faces the possibility of a lawsuit, he becomes increasingly anxious and paranoid. He starts to imagine that everyone is out to get him, and he lashes out at his family and friends in frustration. Meanwhile, Peggy tries to distract him by helping him plan a party for a big client at the shoe store where he works. When the client unexpectedly cancels at the last minute, Al takes out his anger on Peggy and turns the party into a disaster.

As the episode unfolds, Al's anxiety continues to escalate. He becomes convinced that the police officer is orchestrating a conspiracy against him, and he starts to see him everywhere he goes. In a comedic twist, Al even imagines the officer's face on his toast and in a bowl of cereal.

The episode is full of classic Married...with Children humor, with plenty of insulting remarks and jokes at Al's expense. At the same time, it also introduces some new themes and characters that would become important later in the series. For example, this episode marks the first appearance of Steve Rhoades, Peggy's nerdy and somewhat hapless neighbor who becomes a recurring character throughout the series.

Overall, "But I Didn't Shoot the Deputy" is a hilarious and entertaining episode that showcases the dysfunctional yet lovable Bundy family in all their glory. As always, the show features a mix of humor, satire, and social commentary that is sure to keep viewers engaged from beginning to end.