Ep 11. And Baby Makes Money
- TVPG
- December 16, 1990
- 23 min
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8.0 (628)
Married...with Children is an American sitcom that follows the lives of the Bundy family - Al, Peggy, Kelly, and Bud - as they navigate the challenges of everyday life. The show originally aired on Fox from 1987 to 1997 and remains a fan favorite to this day.
In season 5, episode 11, entitled "And Baby Makes Money," the focus is on Peggy and Al's financial struggles. Peggy is worried that they won't have enough money to pay their bills, and Al is feeling the pressure to provide for his family.
When Peggy decides to sell some of her old belongings at a garage sale, Al sees an opportunity to make some extra cash. He comes up with a scheme to buy items from other garage sales and resell them at a higher price. Peggy is skeptical at first, but Al convinces her that it's worth a try.
As Al and Peggy begin to make more money, things start to get out of hand. Al becomes obsessed with buying and selling, and Peggy starts to feel neglected. Meanwhile, Kelly and Bud are enjoying their newfound wealth and spending it on frivolous things.
As the Bundy family's financial situation becomes more and more precarious, they must learn to work together and make sacrifices to keep their heads above water. Will they be able to weather the storm and come out on top, or will their greed and infighting bring them down?
"And Baby Makes Money" is a classic episode of Married...with Children that showcases the show's unique brand of humor and satire. With its biting commentary on consumer culture and the American dream, it remains a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone interested in the cultural landscape of the 1990s.