Ep 1. In the Beginning...

Newhart season 1 episode 1, titled "In the Beginning...", introduces us to the character Bob Newhart who plays an author and former accountant named Dick Loudon. He and his wife Joanna, played by Mary Frann, have decided to move from Manhattan to a small town in Vermont, where they plan to start a new life and run a bed and breakfast.

Upon arriving in town, they quickly discover that running a bed and breakfast is not going to be as easy as they thought. They have no experience, no employees, and no customers. Fortunately, they meet some quirky locals who are more than happy to help them out.

One of the quirky locals they meet is George Utley, played by Tom Poston, who becomes their handyman. He is a bit of a simpleton but has a heart of gold and always means well. They also meet Kirk Devane, played by Steven Kampmann, who is the owner of the local newspaper and has a bit of a crush on Joanna.

As they try to get the bed and breakfast up and running, they encounter various obstacles and mishaps. One of them involves a group of hunters who accidentally shoot a hole in the side of the building. Another involves a guest who refuses to leave, even though his reservation is over.

Throughout the episode, we see the classic Newhart humor. Dick's deadpan delivery and dry wit provide a constant source of laughs. The chemistry between Bob Newhart and Mary Frann is also evident, and their banter is both sweet and hilarious.

Overall, "In the Beginning..." sets the stage for the rest of the series. It establishes the characters and the setting, and gives us a taste of the humor and hijinks that are to come. It's a promising start to a beloved sitcom that would go on to entertain audiences for years to come.