Ep 13. Isosceles Triangle/El Kid/The Last Hundred Bucks
- December 9, 1978
- 49 min
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7.0 (98)
In the 13th episode of season 2 of The Love Boat, titled "Isosceles Triangle/El Kid/The Last Hundred Bucks," the crew welcomes aboard a group of passengers with unique relationship dramas. Gopher tries to help a father and his son, who are avoiding each other, to reconcile. Meanwhile, Julie meets a charming Latin American performer named El Kid who promises to teach her the tango. However, Julie's dancing talents are put to the test when El Kid's jealous dance partner tries to sabotage her.
Elsewhere on the ship, Captain Stubing becomes embroiled in a love triangle with two women vying for his attention - one a former flame, the other a new acquaintance who is traveling with her husband. Stubing finds himself torn between reconnecting with his past or exploring new possibilities. Lastly, Doc gets roped into a game of poker with a wealthy couple who bet their last hundred dollars against him.
As always, the primary focus of the episode remains on the love lives of the passengers aboard the Pacific Princess cruise ship, with just the right amount of humor and light-hearted drama thrown in. "Isosceles Triangle/El Kid/The Last Hundred Bucks" provides a satisfying dose of classic 80s nostalgia and timeless romantic storytelling.