Ep 3. Holy Mackerel

In The King of Queens season 5 episode 3 titled "Holy Mackerel," Doug and Carrie decide that they need to spice up their romantic life and try out new things. The episode opens with Doug trying out different costumes in bed to surprise Carrie, but all of his attempts fail to impress her.

Meanwhile, Carrie meets up with her friend Kelly, who tells her about the new trend of going to church to meet men. Carrie initially scoffs at the idea, but begins to consider it after a flirty encounter with the priest at a baptism. Doug is initially wary of the idea, but eventually agrees to go to church with Carrie in hopes of finding some excitement.

When they arrive at the church, they are disappointed to find that the men there are not exactly what they were looking for. However, things take a surprising turn when the priest takes a liking to Doug and invites him to join the church's basketball league. Despite his lack of skills, Doug agrees to play, hoping to impress the priest and possibly even convert to Catholicism.

As Doug becomes more involved with the church, Carrie becomes increasingly jealous of the attention he's receiving from the priest and the other members. She tries to win him back by seducing him in a confessional booth, but things don't go quite as planned.

With their marriage hanging in the balance, Doug and Carrie seek advice from a marriage counselor who helps them get back on track. In the end, they realize that they don't need to try out new things to keep their love alive, but rather need to focus on the things that make them happy and comfortable together.

Overall, "Holy Mackerel" is a hilarious episode that explores the ups and downs of married life and the lengths that couples will go to keep their love alive. With its witty writing, strong performances by the cast, and relatable themes, this episode is a must-watch for fans of The King of Queens.