Ep 11. Al Bundy, Shoe Dick
- TVPG
- November 24, 1991
- 23 min
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7.9 (664)
In season 6 episode 11 of Married...with Children, titled "Al Bundy, Shoe Dick," Al finds himself in a new profession as a private detective. The episode begins with Al's shoe store, Gary's Shoes, going out of business due to a new mall being built. With few job prospects, Al decides to put his observational skills to use and becomes a PI.
Meanwhile, Peggy and Marcy are planning a surprise birthday party for Jefferson, but they realize they don't know Jefferson's exact age. They hire Al to investigate Jefferson's past and find out his true age.
As Al begins his investigation, he discovers that Jefferson has a criminal past and is actually on the run from the authorities. Al must decide whether to turn him in or keep his secret and continue with the birthday festivities.
Along with the main storyline, the episode also features subplots involving Kelly's attempts to become a model and Bud's new job as a limo driver.
Overall, "Al Bundy, Shoe Dick" showcases the show's trademark humor and satire, as Al navigates his new career while his family deals with their own personal dramas.