Ep 10. Lucy Has Her Eyes Examined

Lucy Has Her Eyes Examined is a classic episode of the beloved 1950s sitcom, I Love Lucy. In this episode, Lucy (played by Lucille Ball) starts experiencing vision problems and decides that she needs to see an eye doctor.

Lucy's husband, Ricky (played by Desi Arnaz), tries to convince her to go see his eye doctor, Dr. Royce (played by Frank Nelson), but Lucy is adamant about seeing a female eye doctor. She finds a female ophthalmologist named Dr. Benson (played by Ann Doran) and sets up an appointment.

When Lucy arrives at the doctor's office, she is nervous and doesn't know what to expect. Dr. Benson puts her through a series of eye exams, including the classic "Which is better, one or two?" routine.

Lucy's anxiety gets the best of her and she struggles to keep her eyes open during the exams, making it difficult for the doctor to get an accurate reading of her vision. Dr. Benson becomes frustrated with Lucy, but Lucy insists that she needs glasses and won't leave the office until she gets them.

Meanwhile, back at home, Ricky is worried about Lucy and decides to surprise her at the doctor's office with a bouquet of flowers. However, when he arrives, he accidentally walks into the wrong exam room and ends up getting his eyes examined by Dr. Royce instead of seeing Lucy.

The mix-up leads to some hilarious misunderstandings as Dr. Royce tries to figure out why this strange man is in his office. Eventually, Ricky realizes he's in the wrong room and rushes to Lucy's exam room to find out how her appointment went.

In the end, Lucy finally gets her glasses and is thrilled with how crisp and clear everything looks. She shows off her new specs to Ricky, who can't help but crack a few jokes at her expense. The couple ends the episode with a heartwarming moment of laughter and love.

Overall, Lucy Has Her Eyes Examined is a classic example of the clever writing and comedic timing that made I Love Lucy such a beloved and enduring sitcom. With its relatable storyline and charming performances, this episode is sure to entertain audiences of all ages and backgrounds.