The Best Episodes of The Love Boat Season 5

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.1/10(130 votes)

   #1 - The Expedition/Julie's Wedding/The Mongala/Julie's Replacement/The Three R's/The Professor's Wife (1)

   S5:E110/10/1981

   Julie prepares to marry Tony in Sydney and asks Merrill and crew to join her bridal party. Anthropologist Milo and wife Vivian are off to a South Pacific dig where his colleague Deke plans to unveil a find. Julie's successor Yvonne arrives.

   Director:Roger Duchowny

   Writers:Christopher Vane, Art Baer, Tony Webster, Casey Keller, Ben Joelson, Jill Baer, Donald Ross, Richard Albrecht

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   Director:Roger Duchowny

   Writers:Christopher Vane, Art Baer, Tony Webster, Casey Keller, Ben Joelson, Jill Baer, Donald Ross, Richard Albrecht
2. 

   7.5/10(116 votes)

   #2 - The Expedition/Julie's Wedding/The Mongala/Julie's Replacement/The Three R's/The Professor's Wife (2)

   S5:E210/3/1981

   Vicki models the bridesmaid's gown she plans to wear for Julie's wedding, while Isaac finds a flaw in the wedding gift that he bought on the crew's behalf.

   Director:Roger Duchowny

   Writers:Christopher Vane, Art Baer, Tony Webster, Casey Keller, Ben Joelson, Jill Baer, Donald Ross, Richard Albrecht

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   Director:Roger Duchowny

   Writers:Christopher Vane, Art Baer, Tony Webster, Casey Keller, Ben Joelson, Jill Baer, Donald Ross, Richard Albrecht
3. 

   7.4/10(78 votes)

   #3 - Two Grapes on the Vine/Aunt Sylvia/Deductible Divorce

   S5:E310/10/1981

   The Virgin Islands serve as a backdrop for the Grand Prix Wine-Tasting Competition, whose winner receives a $25,000 prize.

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4. 

   7.0/10(111 votes)

   #4 - The Incredible Hunk/Isaac, the Marriage Counselor/Jewels and Jim

   S5:E410/24/1981

   Julie books Hank to entertain, but he moonlights as a stripper. Isaac tries to set up sad Frank with girls until his ex-wife Jan arrives. Merrill recognizes passenger Jim as a jewel thief and suspects him when a diamond is stolen.

   Director:Howard Morris

   Writers:Tony Webster, Ray Jessel, Haskell Barkin

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   Director:Howard Morris

   Writers:Tony Webster, Ray Jessel, Haskell Barkin
5. 

   7.0/10(90 votes)

   #5 - Country Cousin Blues/Daddy's Little Girl/Jackpot

   S5:E510/31/1981

   Country singer Annabel meets old friend Martin, a politician traveling with stiff Barbara. Mary meets veteran Jon while sailing with her father Rich. Gopher fantasizes how he'll spend money he found on deck. In "Jackpot," Gopher accidentally finds an enormous amount of money and starts fantasizing about how life will be. He also becomes overly obsessive about the money, including having a wild dream in which he rules the captain (Gavin MacLeod) and crew. In "Country Blues," a famous folk singer meets a man she knew many years ago who is running for high political office. However, his sophisticated companion (Miss Lawrence) dances to another tune when she becomes jealous of the singing star. A father (Mason Adams) can't believe that his about-to-be-divorced daughter (Miss Oakes) is all grown up and hampers her romantic aspirations with a gentleman (Frank Bonner) who is trying to win her affections in "Daddy's Little Girl."

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6. 

   7.5/10(117 votes)

   #6 - Chef's Special/Beginning Anew/Kleinschmidt

   S5:E611/7/1981

   Chef Claude is jealous of new rival Edie Franklin in the galley. Longtime friends Jennifer and Stan reunite. Bumbling PI Kleinschmidt is assigned to protect client Gertrude's jewels.

   Director:Richard Kinon

   Writers:Harvey Bullock, Henry Colman, R.S. Allen, Len Janson

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   Director:Richard Kinon

   Writers:Harvey Bullock, Henry Colman, R.S. Allen, Len Janson
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   7.4/10(104 votes)

   #7 - The Lady from Laramie/Vicki Swings/Phantom Bride

   S5:E711/14/1981

   Earthy Libby Crawford comes between socialite Miss Singleton and her escort Fedalio. Vicki meets Todd Andrews, who is traveling alone. Psychic researchers Julian and Kate Garfield search for a ghost.

   Director:Jack Arnold

   Writers:Paul Haggis, Seaman Jacobs, Michael Maurer

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   Director:Jack Arnold

   Writers:Paul Haggis, Seaman Jacobs, Michael Maurer
8. 

   7.5/10(129 votes)

   #8 - Farnsworth's Fling/Gopher Farnsworth Smith/Three in a Bed/Merrill, Melanie & Melanesia/I Remember Helen (1)

   S5:E811/21/1981

   The crew is in Australia to work on one of the cruise line's ships based there. And a wealthy man named Farnsworth (Lloyd Bridges) has decided to invite his whole family for a reunion, but in actuality he wants to see who, among them he should keep in his will.

   Director:Richard Kinon

   Writers:Seaman Jacobs, Art Baer, Ben Joelson, Ray Jessel, Fred S. Fox

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   Director:Richard Kinon

   Writers:Seaman Jacobs, Art Baer, Ben Joelson, Ray Jessel, Fred S. Fox
9. 

   7.5/10(106 votes)

   #9 - Farnsworth's Fling/Gopher Farnsworth Smith/Three in a Bed/Merrill, Melanie & Melanesia/I Remember Helen (2)

   S5:E911/21/1981

   After having spent time with his family, William Farnsworth (Lloyd Bridges) has finally decided who will be kept in his will.

   Director:Richard Kinon

   Writers:Seaman Jacobs, Art Baer, Ben Joelson, Ray Jessel, Fred S. Fox

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   Director:Richard Kinon

   Writers:Seaman Jacobs, Art Baer, Ben Joelson, Ray Jessel, Fred S. Fox
10. 

    7.5/10(103 votes)

    #10 - Radioactive Isaac/Gladys and Agnes/Love, Honor and Obey

    S5:E1011/28/1981

    Tony and Rose Vitelli plan to renew wedding vows. Sisters Agnes and Gladys travel together and Agnes bonds with passenger Henry. A tooth filling and rival passenger Brandon interfere with Isaac's romance with Patty.

    Director:Robert Scheerer

    Writers:Everett Greenbaum, Elliott Reid, Sidney Morse, Arnold Kane

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    Director:Robert Scheerer

    Writers:Everett Greenbaum, Elliott Reid, Sidney Morse, Arnold Kane
11. 

    7.3/10(103 votes)

    #11 - Zeke and Zelda/Teach Me Tonight/He's My Brother

    S5:E1112/5/1981

    Adam's brother Fred has resentment toward him. Stowaways Zeke and Zelda commit fraud and start charging items, not knowing that crew members have to pay for them. Emily Parker meets Michael Scott, the author of the book she's reading.

    Director:Bruce Bilson

    Writers:Christopher Vane, Tony Webster, Jerry Winnick, Jill Baer

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    Director:Bruce Bilson

    Writers:Christopher Vane, Tony Webster, Jerry Winnick, Jill Baer
12. 

    7.0/10(103 votes)

    #12 - The Floating Bridge Game/Take a Letter, Vicki/The Joy of Celibacy

    S5:E1212/12/1981

    Vicki feels unneeded and the crew goes overboard giving her work to do on board. Three bridge players get miffed when their fourth, Shirley, meets dentist Frank. Cold Linda rejects men, so Barry tries to win her over by faking celibacy.

    Director:Richard Kinon

    Writers:Howard Albrecht, Sol Weinstein, Roy Battocchio, Marlene Perry, Mel Shields

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    Director:Richard Kinon

    Writers:Howard Albrecht, Sol Weinstein, Roy Battocchio, Marlene Perry, Mel Shields
13. 

    6.9/10(106 votes)

    #13 - Doc Takes the Fifth/Safety Last/A Business Affair

    S5:E131/2/1982

    Adam introduces his fifth wife Tania to the crew. Safety inspector Sid takes his job too seriously and sees danger everywhere. Financial group president Ralph tries to talk VP Lydia out of quitting due to bogus rumors about their affair.

    Director:Bruce Bilson

    Writers:Christopher Vane, Tony Webster, Jill Baer, Joel S. Hecht, Joseph Neustein, Haskell Barkin

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    Director:Bruce Bilson

    Writers:Christopher Vane, Tony Webster, Jill Baer, Joel S. Hecht, Joseph Neustein, Haskell Barkin
14. 

    7.0/10(99 votes)

    #14 - Good Neighbors/Familiar Faces/Captain's Portrait

    S5:E141/9/1982

    The nearness of their homes interferes with Don and Doris' romance. Artist Barbara wants to paint Merrill's portrait - nude. Elderly Frank vaguely recognizes honeymooning Stan from somewhere but can't recall details.

    Director:Jerome Courtland

    Writers:Tony Webster, Casey Keller, John Whelpley, Richard Albrecht

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    Director:Jerome Courtland

    Writers:Tony Webster, Casey Keller, John Whelpley, Richard Albrecht
15. 

    7.4/10(139 votes)

    #15 - I Don't Play Anymore/Gopher's Roommate/Crazy for You

    S5:E151/23/1982

    Concert pianist Paul retired due to arthritis, but fans pester him to play. Gopher is shocked to find out where he met Rachel. David feigned insanity to get a pension and psych Lisa must prove he's faking.

    Director:Bob Sweeney

    Writer:Unknown

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    Director:Bob Sweeney

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16. 

    7.1/10(114 votes)

    #16 - Green, But Not Jolly/Past Perfect Love/Instant Family

    S5:E161/30/1982

    Julie's new hairdo is unusual. Gary thinks he married Diane in a past life. High school coach George is attracted to a woman with a hyperactive son.

    Director:Jerome Courtland

    Writer:Unknown

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    Director:Jerome Courtland

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17. 

    7.0/10(110 votes)

    #17 - Return of the Captain's Lady/Love Ain't Illegal/The Irresistible Man

    S5:E172/6/1982

    Doc and Isaac hear news about Merrill's old flame Linda. Businessman George uses his secretary's love to cover his dirty tricks. To catch a woman's attention, Doug reports being sexually attacked by a woman.

    Director:Unknown

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18. 

    7.4/10(114 votes)

    #18 - His Girls Friday/The Girl Who Stood Still/A Wife for Wilfred

    S5:E182/13/1982

    Howard travels with secretary Doris, meets Cindy, and pushes Doris to quit so he can hire Cindy. Wilfred offers the crew $10K to find him a wife. How does Abigail tell childhood love Jim that she wears a brace due to spinal problems?

    Director:Robert Scheerer

    Writers:Seaman Jacobs, Fred S. Fox, Marlene Perry, Mel Shields, Rick Lenz

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    Director:Robert Scheerer

    Writers:Seaman Jacobs, Fred S. Fox, Marlene Perry, Mel Shields, Rick Lenz
19. 

    7.1/10(94 votes)

    #19 - Live It Up/New York A.C./All's Affair in Love and War

    S5:E192/20/1982

    Three divorced men (Edd Byrnes, Fabian, Bobby Sherman) swear off serious relationships; a married man's girlfriend gives him an ultimatum.

    Director:Richard Kinon

    Writers:Howard Albrecht, Sol Weinstein, Lan O'Kun, Mike Marmer

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    Director:Richard Kinon

    Writers:Howard Albrecht, Sol Weinstein, Lan O'Kun, Mike Marmer
20. 

    7.2/10(154 votes)

    #20 - The Musical/My Aunt, the Worrier/The Show Must Go On/The Pest/My Ex-Mom (1)

    S5:E202/27/1982

    The crew stages a musical revue, with Gopher and Isaac scripting and relatives expecting to star. Lionel wants Millie Washington to marry her. Gopher argues with Doc over his former sister-in-law Trish, and with Isaac over their script.

    Director:Roger Duchowny

    Writers:Art Baer, Tony Webster, Ben Joelson, Ray Jessel

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    Director:Roger Duchowny

    Writers:Art Baer, Tony Webster, Ben Joelson, Ray Jessel
21. 

    6.8/10(119 votes)

    #21 - The Musical/My Aunt, the Worrier/The Show Must Go On/The Pest/My Ex-Mom (2)

    S5:E212/27/1982

    Lionel promises to give Isaac an executive position, if Millie marries him. Doc's in-laws help him make up with Gopher. A stranger paid for Victor's passage. The crew's relatives squabble over who's going to star in the musical.

    Director:Roger Duchowny

    Writers:Art Baer, Tony Webster, Ben Joelson, Ray Jessel

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    Director:Roger Duchowny

    Writers:Art Baer, Tony Webster, Ben Joelson, Ray Jessel
22. 

    7.4/10(102 votes)

    #22 - Pride of the Pacific/The Viking's Son/Separate Vacations/The Experiment/Getting to Know You (1)

    S5:E223/6/1982

    A competition pits Merrill, his rival Gunner, and their crews against each other and reignites a rivalry. Divorcing Harry and Dot take separate vacations. Dr. Skip and Megan need a guinea pig to try out an aphrodisiac.

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23. 

    7.1/10(93 votes)

    #23 - Pride of the Pacific/The Viking's Son/Separate Vacations/The Experiment/Getting to Know You (2)

    S5:E233/6/1982

    Ellen and Jesse annoy each other. It turns out that Gunner rigged the games, so Merrill becomes as tough as Gunner is, upsets Vicki, and drives the crew relentlessly to physical exhaustion.

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24. 

    6.9/10(112 votes)

    #24 - Isaac Gets Physical/She Brought Her Mother Along/Cold Feet

    S5:E243/20/1982

    Nurse Charlene gives company physicals and Isaac fears for his job. Debbie brings mom Millicent to meet boyfriend Ted. Julie's cousin Carter wants to dump his fiancee Muffy for being "very nice".

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25. 

    7.3/10(96 votes)

    #25 - Burl of My Dreams/Meet the Author/Rhymes, Riddles & Romance

    S5:E253/27/1982

    A publisher (Jared Martin), trying to sign up a famous author (Alan Hale Jr.), becomes involved w/the author's niece (Georgia Engel); 2 passengers (Joanna Pettet and Paul Williams) hunt for treasure; Vicki's friend (Rad Daly) comes aboard.

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