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1
Ricky's Old Girlfriend

Ricky gets an offer to go to Hollywood, and Lucy is determined to come along no matter what it takes.

October 05, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
2
The Girls Go Into Business

Lucy schemes to convince Ricky she'd be an asset in Hollywood, deploying every trick in her considerable playbook.

October 12, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
3
Lucy and Ethel Buy the Same Dress

The gang hits the road for Hollywood, and the cross-country trip delivers adventure and comedy at every stop.

October 19, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
4
Equal Rights

Car trouble during the road trip leads to small-town shenanigans that only this foursome could get into.

October 26, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
5
Baby Pictures

Lucy's star-struck excitement about Hollywood gets her into trouble before they even arrive at their destination.

November 02, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
6
Lucy Tells the Truth

The group arrives in Hollywood, and Lucy immediately starts scheming to meet the stars — much to Ricky's dismay.

November 09, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
7
The French Revue

Lucy goes to outrageous lengths to get a celebrity's autograph, proving that no star is safe from her determination.

November 16, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
8
Redecorating the Mertzes' Apartment

A trip to a Hollywood restaurant gives Lucy the chance to embarrass herself in front of real celebrities.

November 23, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
9
Too Many Crooks

Lucy lands a spot as a movie extra, and her inability to follow simple directions creates on-set chaos.

November 30, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
10
Changing the Boys' Wardrobe

Lucy's encounter with a Hollywood legend becomes one of the most talked-about moments in television history.

December 07, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
11
Lucy Has Her Eyes Examined

The girls go on a star-homes tour that turns into an adventure when Lucy takes matters into her own hands.

December 14, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
12
Ricky's Old Girlfriend

Lucy gets a screen test and proves that her brand of comedy doesn't always translate to the silver screen — but it's hilarious to watch her try.

December 21, 1953 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
13
The Million Dollar Idea

Lucy and Ethel's Hollywood adventures continue with another celebrity encounter that goes wonderfully wrong.

January 11, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
14
Ricky Minds the Baby

Ricky's Hollywood career hits a snag, and Lucy's attempts to fix things create more problems than they solve.

January 18, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
15
The Charm School

The Hollywood trip nears its end, and Lucy makes one last desperate attempt to break into show business.

January 25, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
16
Sentimental Anniversary

Back in New York, Lucy and Ethel try to capitalize on their Hollywood connections with predictably funny results.

February 01, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
17
Fan Magazine Interview

Lucy takes up a new artistic pursuit, and her confidence wildly exceeds her talent in this laugh-out-loud episode.

February 08, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
18
Oil Wells

The Ricardos and Mertzes face off in another classic battle of the sexes, with neither side willing to surrender.

February 15, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
19
Ricky Loses His Temper

Lucy gets a taste of the business world and discovers that wheeling and dealing isn't quite as easy as it looks.

February 22, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
20
Home Movies

An unexpected visitor throws the Ricardo household into chaos, and Lucy's hosting skills are put to the ultimate test.

March 01, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
21
Bonus Bucks

Lucy and Ethel's latest scheme involves disguises, and their undercover operation goes spectacularly off-script.

March 08, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
22
Ricky's Hawaiian Vacation

The couples get competitive again, this time over a wager that brings out everyone's stubborn streak.

March 22, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
23
Lucy Is Envious

Lucy's attempt to do something nice for Ricky backfires in a way that only she could manage, but her heart is always in the right place.

March 29, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
24
Lucy Writes a Novel

A classic Lucy scheme reaches new heights of absurdity, with Ethel as the ever-loyal partner in crime.

April 05, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
25
Lucy's Club Dance

The third season delivers another standout episode as Lucy and the gang prove why they're television's favorite foursome.

April 12, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
26
The Black Wig

Lucy lands in hot water again, and her increasingly frantic attempts to get out only dig the hole deeper.

April 19, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
27
The Diner

Ricky plans a special event at the club, and Lucy's determination to be part of it drives the comedy to brilliant heights.

April 26, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
28
Tennessee Ernie Visits

Lucy and Ethel's friendship is tested when they end up on opposite sides of a disagreement, but their bond always wins out.

May 03, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
29
Tennessee Ernie Hangs On

The gang takes on a group activity that goes hilariously sideways, proving that teamwork isn't their strong suit.

May 10, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
30
The Golf Game

Lucy wraps up another season of schemes, mishaps, and pure comedy gold that keeps audiences coming back for more.

May 17, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
31
The Sublease

The season finale sets up exciting changes ahead as the Ricardos and Mertzes face a new adventure together.

May 24, 1954 Dir: William Asher Written by: Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, Bob Carroll Jr.
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