Ep 20. Three Dates and a Breakup (2)

Frasier season 4 episode 20, titled "Three Dates and a Breakup (2)" picks up from where the previous episode left off - with Frasier's attempts at dating all resulting in disastrous breakups. Frasier has gone on three dates, each one going poorly for different reasons.

First, Frasier meets an attractive woman named Madeline at a gallery opening, and they hit it off until he accidentally insults her artistic sensibilities. Next, he goes on a date with a highly intellectual woman named Julia, but their conversation becomes more of a battle of wits than an actual date. Finally, Frasier meets a woman named Kris who seems to be the perfect match for him until he realizes she has a bit of a drinking problem.

As Frasier laments his dating woes to his father, Martin suggests that he try to reconnect with an old flame - Diane Chambers, who viewers may remember from her time on Cheers. Frasier initially resists the idea, but eventually decides to give it a shot.

Meanwhile, Niles is dealing with his own relationship drama. He's been seeing a woman named Mel who he believes is the love of his life, despite the fact that she's married. He's been carrying on the affair behind her husband's back, but when Mel's husband finds out and threatens to leave her, Niles finds himself torn between his feelings for her and his sense of morality.

As the episode progresses, Frasier and Diane's reunion is a mixed bag - they still have chemistry, but both are a bit more jaded and guarded than they were in their younger years. Niles' situation comes to a head when he's confronted by Mel's husband, who demands that Niles end things with her.

Throughout it all, Frasier's attempts at dating continue to be met with failure. Despite his best efforts, he just can't seem to find the right person. But in the end, he realizes that his happiness isn't dependent on having a partner, and instead focuses on being content with the life he has - a lesson that many viewers can likely relate to.

Overall, "Three Dates and a Breakup (2)" is a humorous and heartwarming episode that touches on themes of love, morality, and the idea that sometimes, we need to be okay with being alone.