Ep 6. Sixteen Years and What Do You Get
- TVPG
- May 10, 1987
- 23 min
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7.6 (837)
"Sixteen Years and What Do You Get" is the sixth episode from the first season of the long-running sitcom "Married... with Children". The episode focuses on Al and Peg Bundy's 16th wedding anniversary and the seemingly insignificant celebrations they have planned for the occasion.
As the episode begins, the couple wakes up in bed, groggy and arguing about whether or not they should bother celebrating their anniversary. Al insists that they should go all out and splurge on an expensive gift for each other, but Peg is content with a small, thoughtful gesture. Frustrated by their differing opinions, Al stomps off to work at the shoe store while Peg heads to the hair salon.
While at work, Al is approached by a group of women who are looking to buy shoes for a bachelorette party. Always willing to make a sale, Al happily tries to cater to their needs, but he quickly realizes that they have other intentions. The women reveal that they are strippers and have been hired by Peg to perform at their anniversary party later that night.
Meanwhile, Peg gets her hair done and tells her stylist about her plan to surprise her husband with a stripper. The stylist is appalled by Peg's idea and tries to talk her out of it, but Peg insists that it's all in good fun and that Al will love it.
As the day wears on, Al and Peg both prepare for their anniversary celebrations in their own ways. Al spends his time fantasizing about a new car he wants to buy, while Peg eagerly awaits the arrival of the strippers.
When the time finally arrives for the party, Al is shocked to find the strippers in his living room. He is initially furious with Peg for planning such a crude surprise, but he eventually warms up to the idea and joins in the festivities. The couple spends the rest of the night drinking, dancing, and laughing with the strippers - much to the chagrin of their teenage daughter Kelly and her friend Marcy, who are horrified by the whole affair.
Overall, "Sixteen Years and What Do You Get" is a classic episode of "Married... with Children" that showcases the show's irreverent humor and willingness to poke fun at traditional family values. While the strip club scene may be a bit risque for some viewers, it's ultimately a lighthearted celebration of Al and Peg's enduring (if unconventional) love for each other.