Ep 20. Jack's Navy Pal

Jack's Navy Pal is the 20th episode of the second season of the hit sitcom Three's Company. The episode revolves around Jack's old Navy friend, Jerry, who comes to stay with him at the apartment for a few days. The trouble starts when Chrissy and Janet both become smitten with Jerry, and Jack tries to encourage the romance between them. However, chaos ensues when Jerry shows a more-than-friendly interest in Jack, leading to some hilarious misunderstandings.

The episode starts off with Jack excitedly talking about his navy friend, Jerry, who he hasn't seen in three years. He informs Chrissy and Janet that Jerry is on his way to stay with them for a few days. Janet is excited to meet Jack's friend, while Chrissy is excited to meet a Navy man in uniform. However, things take a turn for the worse when Jerry arrives and shows more than a friendly interest in Jack. Jack is initially taken aback by Jerry's advances, but he tries to play it cool, not wanting to offend his friend.

As the episode progresses, Jerry's infatuation with Jack becomes more apparent, and Jack starts to worry about the implications of his friend's crush. Meanwhile, Chrissy and Janet continue to compete for Jerry's attention, unaware of his true feelings. The trio tries to plan a dinner date for Jerry, hoping to set him up with one of the girls. However, Jerry has his sights set on Jack and wants him all to himself.

The situation becomes more complicated when Mr. Roper drops by and mistakes Jerry for Jack's boyfriend. Mr. Roper is amused by the mix-up and starts teasing Jack about his supposed gay relationship. Jack tries to explain the situation, but Mr. Roper is skeptical and continues to make jokes at his expense.

As the episode reaches its climax, the tension between Jack and Jerry comes to a head, with Jerry confessing his feelings for Jack and asking him to leave the apartment with him. Jack is caught off guard and doesn't know how to respond. At the same time, Janet and Chrissy are fighting over Jerry, who is no longer interested in either of them. The situation escalates, leading to a hilarious scene where the trio is arguing and throwing food at each other.

In the end, Jack manages to defuse the situation by setting Jerry up with one of his male coworkers instead. Jerry is disappointed but takes it in stride, realizing that Jack's friendship means more to him than any romantic relationship. The episode ends with Jerry bidding farewell to Jack and the trio, promising to come back to visit soon.

Overall, Jack's Navy Pal is a classic episode of Three's Company, packed with humor and hijinks. The episode touches on themes of friendship, love, and sexuality, making it a standout in the show's history. Fans of the series will enjoy watching their favorite characters navigate the tricky waters of relationships and misunderstandings, while newcomers will get a taste of the show's irreverent and fun-loving spirit.