Ep 9. Meet My Master's Mother

In "I Dream of Jeannie" season 3 episode 9 titled "Meet My Master's Mother," Major Nelson is surprised when his mother visits him unexpectedly. Jeannie is thrilled to meet her master's mother, but things quickly take a turn for the worse when Major Nelson's mother starts to question their relationship.

As Jeannie tries to impress her, she accidentally causes chaos around the house. Major Nelson's mother, Gertrude, becomes increasingly suspicious of Jeannie and her magical powers. Gertrude asks Jeannie how she met her son, and Jeannie recounts the story of how she rescued him from a deserted island.

However, Gertrude is not convinced and continues to suspect that Jeannie is a gold-digger who is after her son's money. She tries to set up Major Nelson with a more suitable woman, and Jeannie becomes jealous and upset.

Meanwhile, Major Nelson tries to reason with his mother and convince her that he loves Jeannie. However, Gertrude is stubborn and refuses to listen. She even hires a private detective to investigate Jeannie's background.

As tensions rise, Jeannie decides to use her magic to prove her love for Major Nelson. She conjures up a lavish party and invites all of Major Nelson's friends and colleagues, including General Schaefer and Dr. Bellows. The party is a great success, and everyone is impressed with Jeannie's magical abilities.

Gertrude is finally convinced that Jeannie truly loves her son and accepts their relationship. She even apologizes for her previous behavior and invites Jeannie to join their family for Thanksgiving dinner.

In the end, Major Nelson and Jeannie are finally able to relax and enjoy their relationship without any interference from Major Nelson's mother. The episode ends on a happy and heartwarming note, with Major Nelson and Jeannie cuddled up together on the couch.

Overall, "Meet My Master's Mother" is a delightful episode that explores the challenges faced by unconventional couples. It's a funny and heartwarming story that showcases the chemistry between the two lead actors, Barbara Eden and Larry Hagman.