Ep 10. The Tattle-Tale
- TVG
- December 4, 1970
- 25 min
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7.0 (165)
The Tattle-Tale is the tenth episode of the second season of the classic American sitcom, The Brady Bunch. This episode revolves around the misunderstanding between Marcia and Cindy, two of the Brady siblings.
The episode begins with the family sitting down to breakfast. Mike, the father, is reading the newspaper while the kids chat about their upcoming school day. Marcia, the eldest Brady daughter, gets into a minor disagreement with Cindy, her younger sister, about what kind of lunch Cindy should take to school. Marcia insists that Cindy take a sandwich, while Cindy wants to take a thermos of soup.
As the day progresses, Cindy tells a lie to her teacher, Mrs. Denton, about Marcia not doing her homework. Mrs. Denton confronts Marcia, who denies the accusation, not understanding where it came from. When Cindy's lie is exposed, both sisters are reprimanded by their parents and Cindy is made to apologize to Marcia.
The conflict between Marcia and Cindy is a classic tale of sibling rivalry and the difficulties of communication within a family. The episode is full of laughs and relatable moments for anyone who has ever had a sibling. Despite the minor conflict, the Brady family is able to come together and learn a valuable lesson about honesty and trust.
The Tattle-Tale episode of The Brady Bunch is a perfect example of the show's timeless appeal. Its lighthearted humor and wholesome message make it a classic piece of family television that can still be enjoyed today.