Ep 1. Dora, Dora, Dora
- September 24, 1971
The Partridge Family season 2 episode 1, titled "Dora, Dora, Dora," begins with the family on their way to a new town for a performance. However, things take an unexpected turn when their bus breaks down in a small Mexican village. The family is forced to wait for repairs while staying with the locals.
During their stay, Keith becomes smitten with a beautiful Mexican girl named Dora, who helps the family with their accommodations and meals. However, Dora's brother, Carlos, is less than thrilled with Keith's advances and warns him to stay away from his sister. Meanwhile, Danny and Laurie try to learn the local language and customs, leading to some humorous misunderstandings.
As the family waits for their bus to be repaired, tensions and rivalries flare up. Shirley is jealous of Reuben's attention towards another woman, while Tracy and Chris quarrel over a harmonica. However, the family eventually comes together to perform a concert for the villagers, with Dora and Carlos in attendance.
As the episode comes to a close, the bus is finally repaired and the family bids farewell to their new friends. Keith and Dora share a bittersweet goodbye, with Keith promising to return one day. The episode ends with the family singing a lively rendition of "La Bamba" as they drive off into the sunset.
Overall, "Dora, Dora, Dora" is a fun and heartwarming episode that showcases the Partridges' ability to adapt to new situations and cultures. With a romantic subplot, comedic language mishaps, and a catchy musical performance, this episode is sure to entertain fans of the show.