Ep 9. Send in the Crane

In the Cheers season 7 episode "Send in the Crane," the gang from the beloved bar gets a visit from a construction worker named Phil, played by Sam Lloyd, who has worked at Cheers during its famous remodeling. The character is cheerful and naive, but his affable personality is soon tested when he is falsely accused of stealing $500 from the bar's cash register.

The incident causes tension among the Cheers regulars, with a number of them convinced that Phil is guilty of the crime. But Sam Malone, the owner of the establishment, is determined to clear his name and sets out on a mission to prove his innocence.

As the investigation progresses, Sam enlists the help of Diane, Woody, and Carla to look for clues and investigate any possible leads. However, their efforts become increasingly futile as it becomes apparent that the thief has left no trace of evidence behind.

Meanwhile, Gary, the wealthy businessman who recently financed the bar's renovations, takes advantage of the situation by using Phil's presumed guilt as an opportunity to get the renovation contract switched to his own construction company. He offers Sam a lucrative deal but the owner is unwilling to compromise the integrity of his bar.

Throughout the episode, the characters are forced to confront their own assumptions and biases as they struggle to make sense of the situation. As the stakes become higher, tensions among the characters rise, and it becomes obvious that the events of this episode will have a lasting impact on the Cheers crew.

In the end, the identity of the true thief is revealed, and the gang comes together to help Phil get out of trouble and redeem his reputation. The episode serves as an entertaining and thought-provoking tale of loyalty, friendship, and forgiveness, all wrapped up in the cozy and familiar setting of Cheers.