Ep 1. Archie's New Partner (1)

Archie Bunker's Place is a classic sitcom that picks up where "All in the Family" left off. The first season follows Archie Bunker as he tries to keep his bar, Archie's Place, running while dealing with the challenges of life in New York City.

In the pilot episode, "Archie's New Partner," Archie Bunker is faced with the challenge of finding a new partner after his original partner leaves the business. He wants someone who's capable, trustworthy, and shares his values.

Determined to find the perfect partner, Archie recruits his old army buddy, Murray Klein, to help him with the search. Murray is a used car salesman by trade, but his experience in sales and business make him a valuable asset to the team.

Together, Archie and Murray sift through dozens of applicants, but none of them seem to be a good fit. Some are too inexperienced, while others are too pushy. It seems as though the search will never end, and Archie worries that he'll have to shut down the bar for good.

Just as things seem to be at their worst, Archie receives a surprise visit from an old acquaintance, Harry Snowden. Harry is arrogant, obnoxious, and downright rude, but he's also a successful businessman who's looking for a new venture. Archie is reluctant to partner with him, but he's desperate for a solution.

Despite their differences, Archie and Harry come to an agreement – they'll become partners. But it's clear from the beginning that this partnership will be rocky. Harry isn't interested in taking advice from Archie, and he thinks that he knows everything that there is to know about running a bar.

As the episode progresses, Archie and Harry butt heads over everything from the bar's name to its menu. They can't agree on anything, and the stress of the situation starts to take a toll on both of them.

Just when it seems like the partnership is doomed to fail, a crisis brings them together. One of the customers at the bar – a homeless man named Frank – collapses and needs medical attention. Archie and Harry put their differences aside to help Frank, and they realize that they're stronger together than they are apart.

In the end, Archie and Harry decide to keep the bar's name as "Archie Bunker's Place," and they agree to split the profits equally. Despite their rocky start, it seems as though this partnership might have a chance after all.

Overall, "Archie's New Partner" is a strong first episode that sets the stage for the rest of the season. The dynamic between Archie and Harry is entertaining, and the supporting cast of characters adds depth and humor to the show. Fans of "All in the Family" will be pleased to see that Archie Bunker is still in fine form, and newcomers will quickly become hooked by his charm and wit.