Ep 9. Lucy Is A Matchmaker
- TV-PG
- May 25, 1953
- 26 min
Lucy Ricardo is known for getting herself into all sorts of trouble and hijinks, but in this episode of The Best of I Love Lucy, she takes on a new role as a matchmaker. When her friend Betty Parker comes to her in tears after the man she's been seeing dumps her, Lucy is determined to help her find a new man.
Lucy immediately gets to work trying to find a suitable match for Betty, but as with most things Lucy does, things quickly spiral out of control. She convinces Ricky to set up a double date with Betty and his friend Ralph Ramsey, but things don't go according to plan when Lucy starts telling Ralph all sorts of lies about Betty to make her seem more attractive.
Meanwhile, Ethel and Fred decide to play a prank on Lucy by pretending to be in love with each other, but Lucy sees right through their act and decides that they would be the perfect match for each other.
As the night progresses, Lucy's matchmaking efforts become increasingly frantic, culminating in a chaotic scene at the restaurant where the double date is taking place. In true Lucy fashion, however, everything works out in the end, and both Betty and Ralph find love thanks to Lucy's meddling.
This episode is a classic example of the madcap humor and hijinks that made I Love Lucy such a beloved and enduring sitcom. With its zany plot, hilarious gags, and unforgettable characters, "Lucy Is A Matchmaker" is sure to leave fans both old and new rolling with laughter.