Ep 16. Schlepped Away

In The Nanny season 1 episode 16, titled "Schlepped Away," Fran Fine, played by Fran Drescher, and the Sheffield family head to Atlantic City for a romantic weekend getaway. However, things quickly go awry when Fran's mother, Sylvia, played by Renee Taylor, unexpectedly tags along. Sylvia's presence puts a damper on the Sheffield family's attempts to enjoy their vacation, and tensions rise when Sylvia insists on joining in on all of their activities.

Despite her initial reluctance, Fran eventually realizes that her mother just wants to spend time with her. Meanwhile, Mr. Sheffield, played by Charles Shaughnessy, attempts to impress a woman he meets at the casino by pretending to be someone he's not. This leads to a comedy of errors as both Mr. Sheffield and Fran try to keep up appearances in front of their respective love interests.

As the episode progresses, Fran and Sylvia come to a better understanding of each other. Fran learns to appreciate her mother's love and dedication, while Sylvia comes to understand her daughter's desire for independence. In the end, the Sheffield family's vacation may not have gone exactly according to plan, but they learn to appreciate each other nonetheless.

"Schlepped Away" is an entertaining episode of The Nanny that showcases the show's comedic talents. Fran's dynamic with Sylvia is particularly enjoyable to watch, as the two women bicker and banter their way through their Atlantic City adventure. The episode also touches on themes of family, love, and independence, all wrapped up in the show's trademark humor. Overall, "Schlepped Away" is a delightful episode that showcases the strengths of The Nanny's ensemble cast.