Ep 12. Guess Who's Coming to Drive?

The Partridge Family season 2 episode 12, titled "Guess Who's Coming to Drive?", follows the beloved musical family as they tackle a new challenge: finding a new driver for their tour bus. After their previous driver abruptly quits, the Partridges are forced to find a replacement quickly.

As they begin the search, the family discovers that the applicants are less than desirable. From a man who can't read a map to a woman who is constantly on the phone, none of them seem like a good fit for the job. However, their luck changes when a charming, handsome man named Jim Forsythe (played by guest star Richard Hatch) comes in for an interview.

Despite his impressive resume, Shirley and the family are hesitant to hire Jim because of his good looks and charm. However, Keith disagrees and thinks that he would be perfect for the job. Shirley finally agrees to let him drive the bus, but not without making it clear that his good looks won't get him any special treatment.

As the family hits the road for their next show, they quickly realize that Jim may not be as experienced as they thought. He navigates poorly through a storm, gets pulled over by the police, and almost crashes the bus into a ditch. Shirley and the family begin to regret their decision to hire Jim.

Meanwhile, Laurie is battling her own internal conflicts. She finds herself falling for Jim and is torn between her feelings for him and her duty to her family. She confides in Keith, but he advises her to stay away from Jim since he's their employee.

As the tour continues, Jim's driving only gets worse. The family decides they need to take action and confront him about his mistakes. Jim is apologetic and promises to do better. He also reveals that he has developed feelings for Laurie and asks Keith for advice on how to pursue her.

Eventually, the family decides that Jim isn't cut out for the job and let him go. Laurie is heartbroken and realizes that she was in love with Jim all along. Keith tries to console her and admits that he was wrong in advising her to stay away from Jim.

In the end, the family finds a new driver and the show goes on. Laurie is left to deal with the aftermath of her and Jim's relationship, but the family stands by her and supports her through it all.

Overall, The Partridge Family season 2 episode 12 is a charming and entertaining episode that showcases the family's struggles with love and finding the right fit for their tour bus driver. It's a fun watch for viewers looking for a bit of nostalgia and good old-fashioned family drama.