This is an episode that could have fit nicely in Season One: It's a Sam & Diane episode that doesn't rely on their past or current relationships; it takes place entirely in the bar; it lets everyone have a funny moment; it's also damn good.
The basic plot is just slapstick combined with embarrassment - standard sitcom material. But Cheers has always done this stuff well. There's so much going on here: Sam's oddly principled horniness, the gang's hero worship of Sam, and Diane's obvious glee at having one over on Sam. Frasier isn't present, but even he gets a few vicarious moments due to Diane's cheeky (sorry!) puns.
This episode shows that the original Cheers concept can mesh easily with the changes of two seasons. And let's face it: the rear end is the only place one can get shot and have it always be funny.
The basic plot is just slapstick combined with embarrassment - standard sitcom material. But Cheers has always done this stuff well. There's so much going on here: Sam's oddly principled horniness, the gang's hero worship of Sam, and Diane's obvious glee at having one over on Sam. Frasier isn't present, but even he gets a few vicarious moments due to Diane's cheeky (sorry!) puns.
This episode shows that the original Cheers concept can mesh easily with the changes of two seasons. And let's face it: the rear end is the only place one can get shot and have it always be funny.
