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Season 1 – The Optimist

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The Optimist — Season 1

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Enn Reitel

The Optimist

Robert Sidaway

Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 14, 1983 Sea Dreams Comic misadventures on the beach and out on the sea pits the Optimist against his rival in attempts to win the affections of the Gir. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 21, 1983 The Good, the Bad and the Nasty Learning to be a cowboy at a dude ranch, the Optimist gets lost in the desert, lassoed in the corral, knocked out on the gun range, and has a shootout with the handsome Rival. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 28, 1983 Man's Worst Friend The Optimist is a Beverly Hills tennis pro, waiter, golfing coach and dog minder. Details Episode 4 Aired May 5, 1983 Healthy Body, Unhealthy Mind Sent to a health farm, the Optimist finds the Matron runs it like a prison; half-starved and battered, the Dancer helps him make a break for freedom. Details Episode 5 Aired May 12, 1983 Kid's Stuff Babysitting at the circus, the Optimist falls for the Trapeze Artist and fantasizes he's in the high wire act with her and faces strongman, the Bulk. Details Episode 6 Aired May 19, 1983 Burning Rubber Roller-skating at Venice Beach, the Optimist helps the Girl, a racing driver and determines to win both her heart and the Grand Prix. Details Episode 7 Aired May 26, 1983 A Challenge After meeting the girl in Marina del Ray, the Optimist is challenged to a Hollywood duel by the Rival. Details

Season Info

Network
Channel 4
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Apr 14, 1983