Ep 1. The Morning After (2)

The Nanny season 5 episode 1, "The Morning After (2)," picks up where the previous episode left off, with Fran and Maxwell waking up in bed together after getting drunk and hooking up. The episode deals with the aftermath of their night together, as they try to figure out what it means for their relationship going forward.

Fran is initially optimistic about the situation, thinking that she and Maxwell might have a chance at a real relationship now that they've slept together. However, Maxwell is more hesitant, worried about the potential complications that might arise if they pursue a romance.

As they try to figure things out, Fran and Maxwell both turn to their friends for advice. Fran talks to Val and her mother Sylvia, while Maxwell confides in C.C. and Niles. Val and Sylvia are both encouraging, telling Fran that she should go for it and pursue a relationship with Maxwell. C.C. and Niles, on the other hand, are more skeptical, warning Maxwell about the potential risks of getting involved with Fran.

Throughout the episode, there are a number of miscommunications and misunderstandings between Fran and Maxwell, as they struggle to navigate their feelings for each other. At one point, Fran overhears Maxwell talking to Niles about how he's hesitant to start a relationship with her, and assumes that he doesn't feel the same way she does.

However, by the end of the episode, Fran and Maxwell have a heart-to-heart conversation and are able to clear things up. They both admit that they have feelings for each other, but also acknowledge that their professional relationship makes things complicated. In the end, they decide to try and take things slowly and see where their relationship goes.

"The Morning After (2)" is a funny and charming episode that showcases the chemistry between Fran and Maxwell, as well as the strong relationships they have with their friends and colleagues. While the episode doesn't offer any major plot developments, it sets the stage for what's to come in the season, as the characters continue to navigate their complicated relationships and personal lives. Overall, it's a highly entertaining episode that will leave fans of The Nanny eager to see what happens next.