The Odd Couple: Engrave Trouble
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9.3
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Engrave Trouble
- 17.
- Season: 1
- Episode: 17
- First Aired: 2/5/1971
- Prod Code: 017
When Felix's gift to Gloria is stolen from the jeweler, Oscar convinces him to ask for help from a shady character. Add a recap »
- Writers:
- Ed SharlachPeggy Elliott
- Director:
- Alan Rafkin
- Stars:
- Jack Klugman (Oscar Madison)
- Tony Randall (Felix Unger)
- Guest Star:
- Richard Stahl (Florist)
- Michael Constantine (Bill Green)
- Vern Rowe (Man #1)
- Frank Loverde (Man #2)
- Herb Vigran (Louie)
- An establishing shot as the duo walk the streets to the jeweler was reused from the final shot in the end credits. edit »
- This is the first time Felix mentions his children, Leonard and Edna, and his Pomeranian dog, Spot. edit »
- In this episode we find out that Felix and Gloria's song was "Just One More Chance." edit »
- At the time this episode was aired, guest star Michael Constantine was one of the stars of Room 222, which immediately preceded The Odd Couple in ABC's Friday night lineup. edit »
- Oscar: You have a family?
Bill Green: What, crooks can't have a family??? If you prick us, do we not bleed? If you tickle us, do we not laugh? If we miss a alimony payment, do we not hear from our ex-wives?
Oscar: Oh, he was marr...oh, boy, was he married! edit » - Oscar: Look, he doesn't have much money. Give 'im a break.
Bill Green: Give him a break? Oh, that's great. Give him a break. I wish somebody'd give me a break sometime! What do you think, guys in my profession ain't been hit by inflation? Do you know how much money it costs to store stolen goods? edit » - Felix: How can a nice florist like that be dangerous?
Oscar: Are you kidding? They say his father made the floral arrangements for the St. Valentine's Day Massacre. edit » - Felix: Not much of a jewelry store.
Oscar: What did you expect? Breakfast at Tiffany's?
Felix: I wouldn't even chew gum in a place like this. edit » - Felix: (about Gloria) She used to call me "honey bear." That was before she started calling me "Mr. Clean." edit »
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Engrave Trouble
The Bottom Line: "Series classic"09/20/08 07:48am | report abuseClassic stuff!!! ...Continue »
Engrave Trouble
The Bottom Line: "Fine example"09/04/05 11:36am | report abuseanother great example of tv comedy. also one of the first attempts by Felix to reconcile with his ex-wife Gloria, that brings many laughs ...Continue »
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