The Love Boat — Season 5
The Love Boat·Season 5·1981·31 episodes

Season 5

The Love Boat

You Say You Can't Score on Shore? On This Cruise... You Can't Lose!

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Season 5

31 episodes

  • The Expedition/Julie's Wedding/The Mongala/Julie's Replacement/The Three R's/The Professor's Wife (1)
    S5·E1

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

    October 10, 1981 · 53 min

    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.

  • The Expedition/Julie's Wedding/The Mongala/Julie's Replacement/The Three R's/The Professor's Wife (2)
    S5·E2

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

    October 3, 1981 · 48 min

    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.

  • Two Grapes on the Vine/Aunt Sylvia/Deductible Divorce
    S5·E3

    Two Grapes on the Vine/Aunt Sylvia/Deductible Divorce

    October 10, 1981 · 70 min

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

  • The Incredible Hunk/Isaac, the Marriage Counselor/Jewels and Jim
    S5·E4

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

    October 24, 1981 · 49 min

    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.

  • Country Blues/Daddy's Little Girl/Jackpot
    S5·E5

    Country Blues/Daddy's Little Girl/Jackpot

    October 31, 1981 · 49 min

    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."

  • Chef's Special/Beginning Anew/Kleinschmidt
    S5·E6

    Chef's Special/Beginning Anew/Kleinschmidt

    November 7, 1981 · 49 min

    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.

  • The Lady from Laramie/Vicki Swings/Phantom Bride
    S5·E7

    The Lady from Laramie/Vicki Swings/Phantom Bride

    November 14, 1981 · 49 min

    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.

  • Farnsworth's Fling/Gopher Farnsworth Smith/Three in a Bed/Merrill, Melanie & Melanesia/I Remember Helen (1)
    S5·E8

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

    November 21, 1981 · 50 min

    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.

  • Farnsworth's Fling/Gopher Farnsworth Smith/Three in a Bed/Merrill, Melanie & Melanesia/I Remember Helen (2)
    S5·E9

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

    November 21, 1981 · 52 min

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

  • Radioactive Isaac/Gladys and Agnes/Love, Honor and Obey
    S5·E10

    Radioactive Isaac/Gladys and Agnes/Love, Honor and Obey

    November 28, 1981 · 49 min

    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.

  • Zeke and Zelda/Teach Me Tonight/He's My Brother
    S5·E11

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

    December 5, 1981 · 60 min

    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.

  • The Floating Bridge Game/Take a Letter, Vicki/The Joy of Celibacy
    S5·E12

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

    December 12, 1981 · 49 min

    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.

  • Doc Takes the Fifth/Safety Last/A Business Affair
    S5·E13

    Doc Takes the Fifth/Safety Last/A Business Affair

    January 2, 1982 · 48 min

    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.

  • Good Neighbors/Familiar Faces/Captain's Portrait
    S5·E14

    Good Neighbors/Familiar Faces/Captain's Portrait

    January 9, 1982 · 48 min

    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.

  • I Don't Play Anymore/Gopher's Roommate/Crazy for You
    S5·E15

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

    January 23, 1982 · 48 min

    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.

  • Green, But Not Jolly/Past Perfect Love/Instant Family
    S5·E16

    Green, But Not Jolly/Past Perfect Love/Instant Family

    January 30, 1982 · 49 min

    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.

  • Return of the Captain's Lady/Love Ain't Illegal/The Irresistible Man
    S5·E17

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

    February 6, 1982 · 49 min

    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.

  • His Girls Friday/The Girl Who Stood Still/A Wife for Wilfred
    S5·E18

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

    February 13, 1982 · 49 min

    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?

  • Live It Up/New York A.C./All's Affair in Love and War
    S5·E19

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

    February 20, 1982 · 48 min

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

  • The Musical/My Aunt, the Worrier/The Show Must Go On/The Pest/My Ex-Mom (1)
    S5·E20

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

    February 27, 1982 · 48 min

    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.

  • The Musical/My Aunt, the Worrier/The Show Must Go On/The Pest/My Ex-Mom (2)
    S5·E21

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

    February 27, 1982 · 48 min

    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.

  • Klondike Carnival/The Viking's Son/Separate Vacations/The Experiment/Getting to Know You (1)
    S5·E22

    Klondike Carnival/The Viking's Son/Separate Vacations/The Experiment/Getting to Know You (1)

    March 6, 1982 · 48 min

    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.

  • Klondike Carnival/The Viking's Son/Separate Vacations/The Experiment (2)
    S5·E23

    Klondike Carnival/The Viking's Son/Separate Vacations/The Experiment (2)

    March 6, 1982 · 48 min

    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.

  • Isaac Gets Physical/She Brought Her Mother Along/Cold Feet
    S5·E24

    Isaac Gets Physical/She Brought Her Mother Along/Cold Feet

    March 20, 1982 · 48 min

    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".

  • Burl of My Dreams/Meet the Author/Rhymes, Riddles and Romance
    S5·E25

    Burl of My Dreams/Meet the Author/Rhymes, Riddles and Romance

    March 27, 1982 · 48 min

    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.

  • Does Father Know Best?/Pal-I-Mony-O-Mine/An 'A' for Gopher
    S5·E26

    Does Father Know Best?/Pal-I-Mony-O-Mine/An 'A' for Gopher

    April 10, 1982 · 48 min

    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.

  • April in Boston/Breaks of Life/Saving Grace
    S5·E27

    April in Boston/Breaks of Life/Saving Grace

    May 1, 1982 · 48 min

    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.

  • A Dress to Remember
    S5·E28

    A Dress to Remember

    May 8, 1982 · 49 min

    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.

  • Mothers Don't Do That/Substitute Lover/Marrying for Money
    S5·E29

    Mothers Don't Do That/Substitute Lover/Marrying for Money

    May 15, 1982 · 48 min

    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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