Ep 21. New York, A.C./Live It Up/All's Fair in Love and War

In season 5 episode 21 of The Love Boat, titled "New York, A.C./Live It Up/All's Fair in Love and War," the passengers aboard the Pacific Princess come from all walks of life, including a lovelorn boxer and a newlywed couple experiencing some unexpected challenges in their marriage.

The first story follows boxer Johnny Smith, who boards the ship hoping to win back his ex-girlfriend, Angie, who is now engaged to another man. Johnny's coach, who also happens to be his father, urges him to move on and focus on his career, but Johnny can't seem to get Angie out of his mind. When he learns that Angie and her fiancé are also on the ship, Johnny tries to win her back with grand gestures, but will it be enough to win her heart?

Meanwhile, a newlywed couple, Harold and Cheryl, are experiencing some unexpected challenges in their marriage. Harold is a workaholic who can't seem to relax, and Cheryl is feeling neglected and unappreciated. When they meet a carefree couple aboard the ship, they start to question their own relationship and wonder if they are truly meant to be together. Will they be able to work through their differences and find happiness together?

Finally, a group of friends aboard the ship find themselves embroiled in a bitter love triangle. When one of the friends, Anna, falls for the same man as her friend, Diane, tensions start to rise. As they compete for his affections, old resentments and betrayals come to light, threatening to destroy their friendship forever. Will they be able to resolve their differences and find a way to love and support each other?

As always, the crew of the Pacific Princess is there to offer advice, comfort, and of course, romance, as the passengers navigate the choppy waters of love and relationships. Will Johnny win back Angie? Will Harold and Cheryl work through their differences? And what will become of the friends caught in the love triangle? Tune in to season 5 episode 21 of The Love Boat to find out.