Episode Info
Episode #95 - Season 5, Episode 5
First Aired: October 30, 1986
Plot
Alex takes a job as a bank intern and unknowingly has a patronizing attitude toward his female boss (played by Melinda Culea). Alex tells his family that having a female boss is not a problem, but ... she definitely takes him to task. When he finally gets in line with Rebecca's wishes, she compliments him and Alex begins to think there is a romantic attraction between them. They set some ground rules for the future and continue to share their love of money.
Funny Moments
- Alex jumps into Steven's arms.
Trivia
- The title is a reference to the fairy tale "Beauty and the Beast".
- Rebecca says that she could play chess better than Alex.
- Alan Blumenfeld appears in one of seven episodes of the show.
- Melinda Culea also appears in the two-part "A Tale of Two Cities".