Ep 3. Felix Gets Sick

Felix Gets Sick is the third episode of the first season of The Odd Couple, a classic sitcom revolving around two mismatched roommates, Felix and Oscar.

In this episode, Felix falls ill with a bad cold, causing Oscar to take on the role of caregiver. Initially, Oscar tries to help in the best way he knows how - by bringing Felix a TV and some tissues. But Felix's high fever and incessant need for attention soon prove too much for Oscar to handle, and he starts to lose his patience.

As Felix's condition worsens, Oscar becomes increasingly frustrated and desperate to get rid of him. He tries to convince Felix to go to a hotel, but Felix insists on staying put and being taken care of. This leads to a series of misadventures, as Oscar tries to find new ways to get away from Felix and Felix tries to convince Oscar to take care of him properly.

Meanwhile, their neighbors upstairs, Cecily and Gwendolyn, try to help out by bringing over some homemade soup and offering some tips on how to take care of Felix. But their well-meaning advice only adds to the chaos, as Oscar and Felix disagree on the best way to implement it.

Throughout the episode, Felix's illness serves as a catalyst for the tension between him and Oscar. While they are unable to communicate normally when both are healthy, Felix's vulnerability forces Oscar to confront his feelings of inadequacy and fear of emotional intimacy. And while Oscar tries to avoid the situation as much as possible, he ultimately realizes that his friendship with Felix is more important than his own inconvenience.

Overall, Felix Gets Sick is a classic episode of The Odd Couple that highlights the strengths of the show - witty writing, great chemistry among the cast, and a timeless premise that still resonates today.