Ep 3. Double Agent

Scarecrow and Mrs. King is a television series that first aired in 1983 and ran for four seasons until 1987. The show follows the adventures of housewife and mother Amanda King and her unlikely partner, agent Lee Stetson - code name "Scarecrow," as they navigate the world of espionage and international intrigue. In season 2 episode 3, titled "Double Agent," Amanda and Lee are thrust into a high-stakes mission when a valuable informant becomes compromised.

The episode begins with Amanda attending a social event for her son's school. She is approached by an old acquaintance, a man named Paul Barnes, who asks for her help. Barnes is a journalist who has been investigating a ring of arms dealers, and he believes that one of the members of the ring is someone close to him. He wants Amanda to help him identify the suspect without blowing his cover.

Amanda agrees to help, and she turns to her partner Lee for assistance. Together, they devise a plan to set up a fake arms deal and lure the suspected double agent into revealing their identity. However, things quickly become complicated when Barnes is killed during the sting operation, and Lee and Amanda realize that the traitor is someone they didn't suspect - someone they had trusted.

As they race to uncover the identity of the traitor and prevent a dangerous arms deal, Lee and Amanda must also confront their own suspicions and trust issues. They both know that in their line of work, trusting the wrong person can mean the difference between life and death. But as they work together to piece together the clues and crack the case, they also come to rely on each other more than ever before.

With its mix of nail-biting suspense and lighthearted banter between the two lead characters, "Double Agent" is a quintessential episode of Scarecrow and Mrs. King. Fans of the show will love the intricate plot twists and turns, as well as the chemistry between Amanda and Lee as they work together to uncover the truth. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to the series, this episode is a must-watch for anyone who loves a good spy thriller with heart and humor.