Ep 1. Pilot

David Addison, a charismatic private investigator, and Maddie Hayes, a former model, find themselves partnered together after Maddie's accountant embezzles all of her money. In the Pilot episode of Moonlighting, we see Maddie visit David's detective agency to try and recoup her financial losses. Maddie has no experience in the detective world and is hesitant to involve herself in the dangerous line of work; meanwhile, David is more than happy to take her under his wing.

Initially reluctant to work together, Maddie and David eventually agree to a temporary partnership. The two characters couldn't be more different from one another. David is quick to make jokes and can't seem to take anything seriously, while Maddie takes her work very seriously and has a no-nonsense attitude. Despite their differences, Maddie and David both have a strong sense of justice and want to see that their clients get what they deserve.

In the Pilot episode, Maddie is assigned her first case: a young woman named Cindy Bandolini comes to the agency, convinced that her sister has been kidnapped. While Maddie is skeptical of the kidnapping story, she takes on the case anyway, mostly to prove to David that she's capable of doing the job. The case leads the duo to a strip club, which Maddie is particularly uncomfortable visiting. However, David takes to the club like a fish to water, and they eventually find themselves in the back room where they discover Cindy's sister tied up and gagged.

After they successfully save Cindy's sister, Maddie and David find themselves in a tense car chase with the kidnappers. Though they manage to escape unscathed, Maddie is terrified and shaken by the ordeal. In this moment, she realizes that this job is no joke and that it could be dangerous. Nonetheless, Maddie continues to work with David, as she feels that she owes it to herself to see this to the end.

At the end of the episode, we see Maddie and David say goodbye to each other, seemingly content with having fulfilled their obligation to one another. However, as Maddie is about to leave, David suddenly stops her and asks if she would like to consider continuing their partnership. Though Maddie is hesitant at first, she eventually agrees to work with David again, bringing the two of them one step closer to becoming one of TV's most iconic partnerships.

Overall, the Pilot episode of Moonlighting does an excellent job of introducing the viewers to the two main characters and the world they inhabit. Though the kidnapping plot might seem somewhat predictable, the show makes up for it with the sheer charm and chemistry of its leading actors. Bruce Willis and Cybill Shepherd both give fantastic performances, and their comedic timing is spot-on. The show's use of music is also notable, with a perfect blend of classic jazz, pop, and rock songs adding an extra layer of atmosphere to the series.

In conclusion, the Pilot episode of Moonlighting is a strong start to the series and sets the stage for what's to come. The episode is engaging and has a great mix of humor, action, and drama. Maddie and David's partnership is a unique and entertaining one that will undoubtedly keep viewers coming back for more.