The Best Of I Love Lucy Season 1 Episode 12 Lucy Does a TV Commercial

Lucy Does a TV Commercial is the twelfth episode of the first season of The Best of I Love Lucy. In this classic episode, Lucy is excited to land a job promoting a health tonic named "Vitameatavegamin." However, her lack of experience in the field of advertising quickly becomes apparent as she struggles to remember her lines and keep a straight face.

Lucy's husband, Ricky, works at the television station and has agreed to let her film the commercial during his show. The opportunity to appear on TV has Lucy in high spirits, but things quickly take a turn for the worse when she realizes just how difficult it is to promote the bitter-tasting "Vitameatavegamin" without gagging.

With each take, Lucy becomes increasingly tipsy from the tonic's high alcohol content, causing her to slur her words and stumble around the set. Despite her comedic mishaps, Lucy is determined to nail the commercial and prove her worth in the world of advertising.

Her on-screen performance has Ricky and the crew in stitches, but Lucy remains blissfully unaware of her humorous antics. Even when the director calls for a break, Lucy insists on continuing to film.

As the commercial draws to a close, Lucy becomes increasingly loopy and begins to improvise her lines. Her exaggerated expressions and physical comedy make for a hilarious final product, leaving Ricky and the crew in awe of her natural talent.

In the end, Lucy's commercial is a hit, and she is hailed as a star of the advertising world. Her unforgettable performance in "Vitameatavegamin" remains a staple of the I Love Lucy series and a testament to Lucille Ball's comedic genius.