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The Girls Want to Go to a Nightclub

Lucy schemes to get into Ricky's nightclub act in the series premiere, setting the stage for one of television's greatest comedic partnerships.

October 15, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
2
Be a Pal

Lucy's attempts to prove she can be a glamorous showgirl lead to a hilariously chaotic audition that Ricky won't soon forget.

October 22, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
3
The Diet

The Ricardos and the Mertzes get tangled up in a diet bet that brings out everyone's competitive — and sneaky — side.

October 29, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
4
Lucy Thinks Ricky Is Trying to Murder Her

Lucy convinces herself that Ricky is planning to murder her, leading to increasingly paranoid and hilarious misunderstandings.

November 05, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
5
The Quiz Show

The battle of the sexes heats up when Lucy and Ethel challenge Ricky and Fred to swap household responsibilities for a day.

November 12, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
6
The Audition

Lucy's jealousy gets the best of her when a former flame of Ricky's shows up, sparking one of her most elaborate schemes.

November 19, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
7
The Séance

A case of mistaken identity and Lucy's wild imagination turn an ordinary evening into pure comedic gold.

November 26, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
8
Men Are Messy

Lucy tries her hand at writing for Ricky's show, proving that her talent for comedy extends well beyond physical gags.

December 03, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
9
The Fur Coat

The Ricardos' drafty apartment leads to a hilarious landlord-tenant showdown with Fred and Ethel that tests their friendship.

December 10, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
10
Lucy Is Jealous of Girl Singer

Lucy decides she needs a fur coat and concocts an elaborate plan to convince Ricky that it's a necessity, not a luxury.

December 17, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
11
Drafted

Lucy and Ethel crash one of Ricky's rehearsals, turning a simple musical number into a sidesplitting disaster.

December 24, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
12
The Adagio

Lucy's meddling in Ricky's career decisions creates a chain reaction of misunderstandings that only she could cause.

December 31, 1951 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
13
The Benefit

An anniversary celebration goes sideways when Lucy and Ricky each plan surprise parties without telling the other.

January 07, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
14
The Amateur Hour

Lucy takes on amateur dramatics with predictably unpredictable results, dragging the reluctant Mertzes along for the ride.

January 14, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
15
Lucy Plays Cupid

When Lucy tries to spice up her marriage by making Ricky jealous, the plan backfires in the most Lucy way possible.

January 21, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
16
Lucy Fakes Illness

Lucy's attempt to be the perfect hostess for one of Ricky's important business dinners descends into glorious chaos.

January 28, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
17
Lucy Writes a Play

A mixup with a valuable piece of jewelry puts Lucy in an increasingly desperate — and increasingly funny — situation.

February 04, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
18
Breaking the Lease

Lucy and Ethel go on a health kick that drives their husbands absolutely crazy in this classic battle of wills.

February 11, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
19
The Ballet

Fred and Ethel's bickering reaches new heights, and Lucy's attempts to play peacemaker only make things hilariously worse.

February 18, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
20
The Young Fans

Lucy decides to redecorate the apartment on a budget, and the results are even more creative — and disastrous — than expected.

February 25, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
21
New Neighbors

A newspaper contest inspires Lucy to prove she has hidden talents, leading to one of her most memorable performances.

March 03, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
22
Fred and Ethel Fight

Lucy tangles with a new gadget that was supposed to make life easier but instead creates a spectacular mess.

March 10, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
23
The Moustache

The Ricardos and Mertzes take a trip that goes wrong in every possible way, proving that the four of them can't go anywhere without drama.

March 17, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
24
The Gossip

Lucy's latest get-rich-quick scheme tests Ricky's patience and Ethel's loyalty in equal measure.

March 24, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
25
Pioneer Women

A visit from a celebrity sends Lucy into overdrive as she schemes to get close to the star.

March 31, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
26
The Marriage License

Lucy and Ethel dabble in fortune telling, and their predictions cause panic among everyone who takes them seriously.

April 07, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
27
The Kleptomaniac

Ricky's big break at the club is threatened by Lucy's well-meaning but catastrophic attempts to help.

April 14, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
28
Cuban Pals

A misunderstanding about money sends Lucy on a guilt trip that leads to one of her most creative cover-up attempts.

April 21, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
29
The Freezer

Lucy tries to prove she's sophisticated enough for Ricky's high-society friends, with predictably hilarious results.

April 28, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
30
Lucy Does a TV Commercial

The couples take on a home improvement project that quickly spirals into a comedy of errors.

May 05, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
31
The Publicity Agent

Lucy schemes to throw the party of the year, but her grand plans collide with reality in spectacular fashion.

May 12, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
32
Lucy Gets Ricky on the Radio

A rumor starts spreading through the building, and by the time it gets back to Lucy, it's completely unrecognizable.

May 19, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
33
Lucy's Schedule

Lucy and Ricky face a classic domestic standoff that proves neither one is willing to back down gracefully.

May 26, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
34
Ricky Thinks He's Getting Bald

Ricky's mother comes to visit, and Lucy's attempts to impress her mother-in-law lead to a string of mishaps.

June 02, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
35
Ricky Asks for a Raise

Lucy decides to take up a new hobby, and her enthusiasm far outpaces her actual ability in the funniest way.

June 09, 1952 Dir: Marc Daniels Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
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