You Say You Can't Score on Shore? On This Cruise... You Can't Lose!
Passengers who search for romantic nights aboard a beautiful ship travelling to tropical or mysterious countries, decide to pass their vacation aboard the "Love Boat", where Gopher, Dr. Bricker, Isaac, Julie, and Captain Stubing try their best to please them, and sometimes help them fall in love. Things are not always so easy, but in the end, love wins.
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Passengers who search for romantic nights aboard a beautiful ship travelling to tropical or mysterious countries, decide to pass their vacation aboard the "Love Boat", where Gopher, Dr. Bricker, Isaac, Julie, and Captain Stubing try their best to please them, and sometimes help them fall in love. Things are not always so easy, but in the end, love wins.
Season 5 episodes
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The Expedition/Julie's Wedding/The Mongala/Julie's Replacement/The Three R's/The Professor's Wife (1)
53m
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.
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Directed by Roger DuchownyWritten by Christopher Vane, Art Baer, Tony Webster, Casey Keller, Ben Joelson, Jill Baer, Donald Ross, Richard AlbrechtGuest stars Jenilee Harrison, Anthony Andrews, José Ferrer, Michelle Phillips, Patrick Ward, Queenie Ashton, Brendon Lunney, Katherine Helmond
The Expedition/Julie's Wedding/The Mongala/Julie's Replacement/The Three R's/The Professor's Wife (2)
48m
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.
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Directed by Roger DuchownyWritten by Christopher Vane, Art Baer, Tony Webster, Casey Keller, Ben Joelson, Jill Baer, Donald Ross, Richard AlbrechtGuest stars Jenilee Harrison, Anthony Andrews, José Ferrer, Michelle Phillips, Patrick Ward, Queenie Ashton, Brendon Lunney, Katherine Helmond
Two Grapes on the Vine/Aunt Sylvia/Deductible Divorce
1h 10m
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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Directed by Bob SweeneyWritten by Tony Webster, Casey Keller, Richard Albrecht, Jesse Dizon, Don HabermanGuest stars Lee Bergere, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Michael Goodwin, Robert Guillaume, Tanya Tucker, Leslie Uggams, Robert Walden, Betty White
The Incredible Hunk/Isaac, the Marriage Counselor/Jewels and Jim
49m
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.
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Directed by Howard MorrisWritten by Tony Webster, Ray Jessel, Haskell BarkinGuest stars Henny Backus, Jim Backus, Marla Gibbs, Brian Kerwin, Christopher Norris, Joan Van Ark, Flip Wilson, Michael Zaslow
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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Directed by Don WeisWritten by Harvey Bullock, R.S. Allen, Joan Brooker, Alexandra StoddartGuest stars Mason Adams, Frank Bonner, Carol Lawrence, Florence Henderson, James Noble, Randi Oakes, Merie Earle
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.
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Directed by Richard KinonWritten by Harvey Bullock, Henry Colman, R.S. Allen, Len JansonGuest stars Jay Johnson, Richard Basehart, Trisha Noble, Leslie Easterbrook, Joan Fontaine
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.
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Directed by Jack ArnoldWritten by Paul Haggis, Seaman Jacobs, Michael MaurerGuest stars Cesare Danova, Nancy Dussault, Buddy Hackett, Patrick Labyorteaux, Irlene Mandrell, Juliet Mills, Marti Stevens
Farnsworth's Fling/Gopher Farnsworth Smith/Three in a Bed/Merrill, Melanie & Melanesia/I Remember Helen (1)
50m
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.
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Directed by Richard KinonWritten by Seaman Jacobs, Art Baer, Ben Joelson, Ray Jessel, Fred S. FoxGuest stars Beth Howland, Linda Evans, Jessica Walter, Anthony Andrews, Graham Kennedy, Russell Newman, Grant Goodeve, Morgan Fairchild
Farnsworth's Fling/Gopher Farnsworth Smith/Three in a Bed/Merrill, Melanie & Melanesia/I Remember Helen (2)
52m
After having spent time with his family, William Farnsworth (Lloyd Bridges) has finally decided who will be kept in his will.
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Directed by Richard KinonWritten by Seaman Jacobs, Art Baer, Ben Joelson, Ray Jessel, Fred S. FoxGuest stars Beth Howland, Linda Evans, Jessica Walter, Anthony Andrews, Graham Kennedy, Russell Newman, Grant Goodeve, Morgan Fairchild
Radioactive Isaac/Gladys and Agnes/Love, Honor and Obey
49m
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.
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Directed by Robert ScheererWritten by Everett Greenbaum, Elliott Reid, Sidney Morse, Arnold KaneGuest stars Bernard Fox, Darrow Igus, Audra Lindley, Anne Meara, Marion Ross, Jerry Stiller, Berlinda Tolbert, Fred Holliday
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.
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Directed by Bruce BilsonWritten by Christopher Vane, Tony Webster, Jerry Winnick, Jill BaerGuest stars Daryl Anderson, Jack Bannon, Milton Berle, Elinor Donahue, Herb Edelman, Elaine Joyce, Martha Raye, Susan Richardson
The Floating Bridge Game/Take a Letter, Vicki/The Joy of Celibacy
49m
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.
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Directed by Richard KinonWritten by Howard Albrecht, Sol Weinstein, Roy Battocchio, Marlene Perry, Mel ShieldsGuest stars Robert Alda, Lucille Benson, Jan Clayton, Nanette Fabray, Rose Marie, Carlene Watkins, Jim Stafford
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.
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Directed by Bruce BilsonWritten by Christopher Vane, Tony Webster, Jill Baer, Joel S. Hecht, Joseph Neustein, Haskell BarkinGuest stars Don Adams, Britt Ekland, Irena Ferris, Robert Fuller, Judy Norton, Kai Wulff
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.
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Directed by Jerome CourtlandWritten by Tony Webster, Casey Keller, John Whelpley, Richard AlbrechtGuest stars Mary Elizabeth McDonough, Dean Butler, Arlene Golonka, Henry Jones, Lee Meriwether, Sonny Shroyer, Paul Sylvan
I Don't Play Anymore/Gopher's Roommate/Crazy for You
48m
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.
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Directed by Bob SweeneyGuest stars Joanna Cassidy, James MacArthur, Pat McCormick, Mackenzie Phillips, Donna Pescow, Dick Shawn, Joyce Jameson, David Sheridan
Return of the Captain's Lady/Love Ain't Illegal/The Irresistible Man
49m
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.
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Directed by Howard MorrisWritten by Harvey Bullock, R.S. Allen, Sidney Morse, Jack Mendelsohn, Carole Bruce MendelsohnGuest stars Pat Klous, Linwood Boomer, Lydia Cornell, Pat Crowley, Phyllis Davis, Robert Mandan, Dick Martin
His Girls Friday/The Girl Who Stood Still/A Wife for Wilfred
49m
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?
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Directed by Robert ScheererWritten by Seaman Jacobs, Fred S. Fox, Marlene Perry, Mel Shields, Rick LenzGuest stars Judy Landers, Rue McClanahan, Denise Miller, Vera Miles, James A. Osmond, Tom Smothers, Connie Stevens, Dick Van Patten
Live It Up/New York A.C./All's Affair in Love and War
48m
Three divorced men (Edd Byrnes, Fabian, Bobby Sherman) swear off serious relationships; a married man's girlfriend gives him an ultimatum.
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Directed by Richard KinonWritten by Howard Albrecht, Sol Weinstein, Lan O'Kun, Mike MarmerGuest stars Ron Ely, Edd Byrnes, Fabian, Annette Funicello, Jill St. John, Bobby Sherman, Harv Selsby, Shannon Farnon
The Musical/My Aunt, the Worrier/The Show Must Go On/The Pest/My Ex-Mom (1)
48m
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.
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Directed by Roger DuchownyWritten by Art Baer, Tony Webster, Ben Joelson, Ray JesselGuest stars Ethel Merman, Carol Channing, Van Johnson, Della Reese, Ann Miller, Tracey E. Bregman, Cab Calloway
The Musical/My Aunt, the Worrier/The Show Must Go On/The Pest/My Ex-Mom (2)
48m
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.
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Directed by Roger DuchownyWritten by Art Baer, Tony Webster, Ben Joelson, Ray JesselGuest stars Ethel Merman, Carol Channing, Van Johnson, Della Reese, Ann Miller, Tracey E. Bregman, Cab Calloway
Klondike Carnival/The Viking's Son/Separate Vacations/The Experiment/Getting to Know You (1)
48m
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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Directed by Roger DuchownyWritten by Harvey Bullock, Fred Grandy, Jan GoughGuest stars Sonny Bono, Charles Nelson Reilly, Priscilla Barnes, Charlotte Rae, Michele Lee, Tom Bosley, Mary Crosby, Woody Brown
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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Directed by Roger DuchownyWritten by Harvey Bullock, Fred Grandy, Jan GoughGuest stars Sonny Bono, Charles Nelson Reilly, Priscilla Barnes, Charlotte Rae, Michele Lee, Tom Bosley, Mary Crosby, Woody Brown
Isaac Gets Physical/She Brought Her Mother Along/Cold Feet
48m
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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Written by Seaman Jacobs, Casey Keller, Ray Jessel, Fred S. Fox, Cynthia Thompson, Richard AlbrechtGuest stars Richard Dean Anderson, Gene Barry, Linda Blair, Shirley Hemphill, Connie Needham, Betsy Palmer, Patrick St. Esprit, Rick Dees
Burl of My Dreams/Meet the Author/Rhymes, Riddles and Romance
48m
A publisher (Jared Martin), trying to sign up a famous author (Alan Hale Jr.), becomes involved with the author's niece (Georgia Engel); two passengers (Joanna Pettet and Paul Williams) hunt for treasure; Vicki's friend (Rad Daly) comes aboard.
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Directed by Richard KinonWritten by Christopher Vane, Ray Jessel, Jill Baer, Cynthia Thompson, Mike MarmerGuest stars Georgia Engel, Alan Hale Jr., Jared Martin, Joanna Pettet, Paul Williams, Rad Daly, Lomax Study, Mark Michaels
Does Father Know Best?/Pal-I-Mony-O-Mine/An 'A' for Gopher
48m
A doctor is uncomfortable when his companion is too friendly with his ex-lover; Gopher pines after his H.S. teacher; father and son pick up girls.
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Directed by Ted LangeWritten by Ray Jessel, Donald Ross, Cynthia Thompson, Julie Fleischer, Jeffrey DavisGuest stars Ben Vereen, Lloyd Bochner, Kevin Brophy, Lynne Moody, Denise Nicholas, Susan Strasberg, Kristina Wayborn, Patty Freedman
April is a Spanish tutor to school headmaster Brad York. Lonely Grace Bostwick plans to jump overboard but white-clad Gabriel claims to be a guardian angel. Newly divorced George and Gwen Finley land in the infirmary together.
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Directed by Richard KinonWritten by Christopher Vane, Art Baer, Ben Joelson, Jill Baer, Mike MarmerGuest stars Jayne Meadows, Charo, David Hedison, Hugh O'Brian, Jane Powell, Gene Rayburn, Max Showalter
One dress affects three people. Model Donna is to wear it to display her diet success. Poor flower vendor Rose's daughter Carol thinks her mom is rich. Norman dodges his ex-wife Nancy's homicidal father Tom.
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Directed by Robert ScheererWritten by Howard Albrecht, Sol WeinsteinGuest stars Bob Denver, Brianne Leary, Kelly Monteith, Eleanor Parker, Markie Post, Forrest Tucker, Lyle Waggoner, Catherine Parks
Mothers Don't Do That/Substitute Lover/Marrying for Money
48mfinale
Divorced Marian reunites with her son Danny, who reads her diary and avoids her. Gopher and Isaac think Lola is trying to kill husband Orville to inherit his money. Bert is taken with Marla and pretends to be her pen pal.
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Directed by Jerome CourtlandWritten by Casey Keller, Ray Jessel, Cynthia Thompson, Richard Albrecht, Fredi TowbinGuest stars Eva Gabor, Arte Johnson, Caren Kaye, Audrey Landers, Eddie Mekka, Brad Savage, Hank Brandt, James Dobson
Directed by Bob SweeneyGuest stars Lee Bergere, Carol Channing, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Michael Goodwin, Robert Guillaume, Tanya Tucker, Leslie Uggams, Robert Walden
