The Jeffersons Season 2 Episode 34 Ep 34 - George Meets Whittendale

George Meets Whittendale is the thirty-fourth episode of the second season of the classic television sitcom The Jeffersons. The episode follows the titular character, George Jefferson, as he meets a new business associate, Mr. Whittendale, who he hopes will help him expand his dry-cleaning business.

The episode begins with George arriving at Whittendale's office for their meeting. Despite his nervousness, George is at first relieved to find that Whittendale is friendly and welcoming. However, their initial conversation quickly turns awkward when Whittendale tells George that he is interested in investing in his business, but only if he can trust his financial records.

George, who has never been one to keep detailed records, becomes defensive and attempts to convince Whittendale that his business is successful without needing to prove it with numbers. However, Whittendale is not convinced and insists that George provide him with a full accounting of his finances before he can invest.

George leaves the meeting feeling frustrated and defeated, unable to come up with a plan to prove his financial success to Whittendale. Meanwhile, his wife Louise is dealing with her own issues at home, as she attempts to teach a headache-prone Helen how to relax.

As the episode progresses, George becomes increasingly desperate to impress Whittendale and secure the investment he needs to expand his business. He spends late nights pouring over his financial records, determined to find a way to prove his success to Whittendale.

Finally, after several days of hard work, George is able to present Whittendale with a detailed report on his finances. With Louise's help, he is able to prove that his business is not only successful, but poised for growth in the future.

Impressed with George's determination and hard work, Whittendale agrees to invest in his business, much to the relief of the Jeffersons. As the episode ends, George celebrates his success with his family, grateful for the opportunity to continue growing his business.

Overall, "George Meets Whittendale" is a classic episode of The Jeffersons that captures the show's signature blend of humor and heart. Through George's struggles with his business and Whittendale's skepticism, the episode explores themes of hard work, determination, and the importance of building trust in business relationships. With its memorable characters and laugh-out-loud moments, this episode is a must-watch for fans of The Jeffersons and classic television sitcoms in general.