Ep 17. The PT 73 Follies

McHale's Navy season 3 episode 17, titled "The PT 73 Follies," follows the hilarious adventures of Lieutenant Commander Quinton McHale and his misfit crew onboard the PT-73. In this episode, McHale and his crew are tasked with putting on a show to entertain the higher-ups that are visiting their base.

The crew is excited about the impending performance, and they all want to have their time in the spotlight. But things quickly go awry when the lead performer, Quinton McHale, gets laryngitis and cannot sing his solo. The crew decides to put on a skit instead, but they have to come up with one first.

With the clock ticking and no ideas in sight, the crew begins to panic. However, with the help of their quick-thinking leader, McHale, they come up with a hilarious skit that has everyone in stitches. But, when McHale's voice returns, he is determined to perform his solo, despite the fact that it is now meant to be a comedy show.

As the crew juggles both the skit and McHale's solo performance, things become even more complicated when a storm hits the base. With the pressure mounting, the crew has to come up with a way to save the show, and their performance goes from bad to worse.

Despite the problems that arise, the crew is determined to put on a good show, and they pull out all the stops to make it happen. They bring in a surprise guest, and the show becomes a massive success, with everyone laughing and cheering throughout.

Overall, "The PT 73 Follies" is a hilarious episode that showcases the crew's wit, humor, and can-do attitude. The show provides a fun look at the shenanigans that happen on a Navy base and the camaraderie that develops between coworkers. Fans of McHale's Navy will love this episode for its humor and entertaining storyline.