Ep 20. Foe: Pa

In episode 20 of season 6 of The King of Queens, titled "Foe: Pa," Doug's father comes to stay with him and Carrie for a few days. Despite Doug's reluctance, he agrees to let his dad stay, but things quickly become tense as their personalities clash. Doug's dad is overbearing and often criticizes his son, causing tension in the household.

Meanwhile, Arthur starts taking piano lessons from a quirky teacher named Sheila, played by guest star Sarah Silverman. At first, Arthur seems to be enjoying his lessons, but things take a turn when Sheila starts making inappropriate advances towards him. Arthur is conflicted about how to handle the situation, as he doesn't want to jeopardize his piano lessons.

Back at Doug and Carrie's house, tensions between Doug and his father continue to escalate. When Doug's father accidentally breaks a piece of furniture in the house, Doug finally snaps and tells him off. However, after a heart-to-heart talk, Doug and his father come to a better understanding and reconcile.

Meanwhile, Arthur decides to confront Sheila about her behavior towards him, but things don't go as planned. Sheila becomes extremely upset and accuses Arthur of being "ageist" towards her. The situation escalates and Arthur ends up quitting his piano lessons.

In the end, Doug's father returns home, but not before leaving a heartfelt note for Doug and Carrie thanking them for their hospitality. Meanwhile, Arthur finds a new creative outlet by painting and seems to be happy once again.

"Foe: Pa" is a classic episode of The King of Queens that showcases the show's ability to balance humor with heartwarming moments. The tension between Doug and his father is palpable, but ultimately leads to a heartfelt resolution. Meanwhile, Arthur's subplot provides some comedic relief and a reminder that it's never too late to pursue a new passion.