Ep 11. Alan Harper, Frontier Chiropractor
- TV-NR
- December 15, 2003
- 20 min
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7.6 (1,553)
Alan Harper, Frontier Chiropractor is the eleventh episode of the first season of the popular television show, Two and a Half Men. In this episode, Alan's ex-wife Judith has hired a professional chiropractor to work on her back, which angers Alan as he is a licensed chiropractor himself. He decides to take matters into his own hands and treat Judith's back himself, despite not having touched a patient in years.
Meanwhile, Charlie is trying to impress a new girl he's dating by pretending to be a sophisticated wine connoisseur. His plan backfires when he is unable to differentiate between a cheap and expensive bottle of wine, leading the girl to lose interest in him. To make matters worse, Berta's relatives come to stay at the house and are not exactly the cleanest guests.
As the episode progresses, Alan's treatment of Judith's back becomes increasingly bizarre and involves him using a variety of questionable methods to try and relieve her pain. At the same time, Charlie becomes increasingly desperate to win his new girlfriend back and enlists the help of his brother Alan.
Their efforts to impress the women in their life and maintain some sense of order in the household lead to a series of comical mishaps, including a failed attempt by Alan to give Jake drum lessons.
One of the highlights of the episode is the dynamic between the two brothers as they try to navigate their respective love lives and family commitments. Their contrasting personalities and lifestyles provide a wealth of material for the show's writers, who expertly balance quick-witted humor with moments of heartwarming sincerity.
Overall, Alan Harper, Frontier Chiropractor is a hilarious and entertaining episode of Two and a Half Men that showcases the talents of its talented ensemble cast. With its sharp writing, clever dialogue, and memorable characters, it's no wonder that the show has become a beloved classic in the world of television comedy.