List of Benson episodes

This is a list of episodes in the ABC television series Benson.
== Series overview ==
Season	Season	Episodes	Episodes	Originally aired 	Originally aired	Nielsen ratings[1]	Nielsen ratings[1]
Season	Season	Episodes	Episodes	First aired 	Last aired 	Rank 	Rating
 	1 	24 	24 	September 13, 1979	May 8, 1980 	23 	20.6
(Tied with The Love Boat)
 	2 	22 	22 	October 31, 1980 	May 22, 1981 	N/A 	N/A
 	3 	22 	22 	November 6, 1981 	May 14, 1982 	63[2] 	N/A
 	4 	22 	22 	October 22, 1982 	March 31, 1983 	43[3] 	N/A
 	5 	22 	22 	September 16, 1983	May 4, 1984 	39[4] 	16.3[5]
 	6 	24 	24 	September 21, 1984	April 5, 1985 	33[6] 	15.5[7]
 	7 	22 	22 	October 4, 1985 	April 19, 1986 	74[8] 	10.0 (Tied with Stir Crazy)[9]
=== Broadcast history ===
* September 1979 – July 1980, ABC Thursday 8:30–9:00
* August 1980 – March 1983, ABC Friday 8:00–8:30
* March 1983 – April 1983, ABC Thursday 8:00–8:30
* May 1983 – March 1985, ABC Friday 8:00–8:30
* March 1985 – September 1985, ABC Friday 9:00–9:30
* October 1985 – January 1986, ABC Friday 9:30–10:00
* January 1986 – August 1986, ABC Saturday 8:30–9:00
== Episodes ==
=== Season 1 (1979–80) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	
1 	1 	"Pilot" 	Jay Sandrich 	Susan Harris 	September 13, 1979 	
Benson DuBois, butler to Jessica Tate (from Soap), becomes temporary "director of household affairs" for her cousin, Governor Gene Gatling. Benson negotiates a compromise between supporters of bridge construction and beaver preservation. His success lands him a trial offer to be the governor's permanent aide. David Hedison guest stars.	Benson DuBois, butler to Jessica Tate (from Soap), becomes temporary "director of household affairs" for her cousin, Governor Gene Gatling. Benson negotiates a compromise between supporters of bridge construction and beaver preservation. His success lands him a trial offer to be the governor's permanent aide. David Hedison guest stars.	Benson DuBois, butler to Jessica Tate (from Soap), becomes temporary "director of household affairs" for her cousin, Governor Gene Gatling. Benson negotiates a compromise between supporters of bridge construction and beaver preservation. His success lands him a trial offer to be the governor's permanent aide. David Hedison guest stars.	Benson DuBois, butler to Jessica Tate (from Soap), becomes temporary "director of household affairs" for her cousin, Governor Gene Gatling. Benson negotiates a compromise between supporters of bridge construction and beaver preservation. His success lands him a trial offer to be the governor's permanent aide. David Hedison guest stars.	Benson DuBois, butler to Jessica Tate (from Soap), becomes temporary "director of household affairs" for her cousin, Governor Gene Gatling. Benson negotiates a compromise between supporters of bridge construction and beaver preservation. His success lands him a trial offer to be the governor's permanent aide. David Hedison guest stars.	Benson DuBois, butler to Jessica Tate (from Soap), becomes temporary "director of household affairs" for her cousin, Governor Gene Gatling. Benson negotiates a compromise between supporters of bridge construction and beaver preservation. His success lands him a trial offer to be the governor's permanent aide. David Hedison guest stars.	Benson DuBois, butler to Jessica Tate (from Soap), becomes temporary "director of household affairs" for her cousin, Governor Gene Gatling. Benson negotiates a compromise between supporters of bridge construction and beaver preservation. His success lands him a trial offer to be the governor's permanent aide. David Hedison guest stars.
2 	2 	"Trust Me" 	Peter Baldwin 	Story by : Lee Maddux 
Teleplay by : Lee Maddux and Tom Reeder 	September 20, 1979 	
Katie sneaks away to a rock concert over her father's objections, and Benson, who'd been assigned to enforce the prohibition, prepares to resign his position. René Enríquez guest stars. 	Katie sneaks away to a rock concert over her father's objections, and Benson, who'd been assigned to enforce the prohibition, prepares to resign his position. René Enríquez guest stars. 	Katie sneaks away to a rock concert over her father's objections, and Benson, who'd been assigned to enforce the prohibition, prepares to resign his position. René Enríquez guest stars. 	Katie sneaks away to a rock concert over her father's objections, and Benson, who'd been assigned to enforce the prohibition, prepares to resign his position. René Enríquez guest stars. 	Katie sneaks away to a rock concert over her father's objections, and Benson, who'd been assigned to enforce the prohibition, prepares to resign his position. René Enríquez guest stars. 	Katie sneaks away to a rock concert over her father's objections, and Benson, who'd been assigned to enforce the prohibition, prepares to resign his position. René Enríquez guest stars. 	Katie sneaks away to a rock concert over her father's objections, and Benson, who'd been assigned to enforce the prohibition, prepares to resign his position. René Enríquez guest stars.
3 	3 	"The President's Double" 	Jay Sandrich 	Tom Reeder 	September 27, 1979 	
When the life of a visiting African president is threatened by radicals from his own country, Benson is persuaded to impersonate him at a state dinner. 	When the life of a visiting African president is threatened by radicals from his own country, Benson is persuaded to impersonate him at a state dinner. 	When the life of a visiting African president is threatened by radicals from his own country, Benson is persuaded to impersonate him at a state dinner. 	When the life of a visiting African president is threatened by radicals from his own country, Benson is persuaded to impersonate him at a state dinner. 	When the life of a visiting African president is threatened by radicals from his own country, Benson is persuaded to impersonate him at a state dinner. 	When the life of a visiting African president is threatened by radicals from his own country, Benson is persuaded to impersonate him at a state dinner. 	When the life of a visiting African president is threatened by radicals from his own country, Benson is persuaded to impersonate him at a state dinner.
4 	4 	"Benson in Love" 	Peter Baldwin 	Bob Colleary 	October 4, 1979 	
Benson meets the attractive Francine Wade (Beverly Todd) in the waiting room of the mansion and asks her out, not knowing she is a state senator. 	Benson meets the attractive Francine Wade (Beverly Todd) in the waiting room of the mansion and asks her out, not knowing she is a state senator. 	Benson meets the attractive Francine Wade (Beverly Todd) in the waiting room of the mansion and asks her out, not knowing she is a state senator. 	Benson meets the attractive Francine Wade (Beverly Todd) in the waiting room of the mansion and asks her out, not knowing she is a state senator. 	Benson meets the attractive Francine Wade (Beverly Todd) in the waiting room of the mansion and asks her out, not knowing she is a state senator. 	Benson meets the attractive Francine Wade (Beverly Todd) in the waiting room of the mansion and asks her out, not knowing she is a state senator. 	Benson meets the attractive Francine Wade (Beverly Todd) in the waiting room of the mansion and asks her out, not knowing she is a state senator.
5 	5 	"Conflict of Interest" 	Jay Sandrich 	Paul Wayne 	October 18, 1979 	
The Governor faces a conflict between his duties as a father and his duties as a governor: an important invitation to Washington by the President comes up the same night that Gatling had promised Katie he would attend her school play. 	The Governor faces a conflict between his duties as a father and his duties as a governor: an important invitation to Washington by the President comes up the same night that Gatling had promised Katie he would attend her school play. 	The Governor faces a conflict between his duties as a father and his duties as a governor: an important invitation to Washington by the President comes up the same night that Gatling had promised Katie he would attend her school play. 	The Governor faces a conflict between his duties as a father and his duties as a governor: an important invitation to Washington by the President comes up the same night that Gatling had promised Katie he would attend her school play. 	The Governor faces a conflict between his duties as a father and his duties as a governor: an important invitation to Washington by the President comes up the same night that Gatling had promised Katie he would attend her school play. 	The Governor faces a conflict between his duties as a father and his duties as a governor: an important invitation to Washington by the President comes up the same night that Gatling had promised Katie he would attend her school play. 	The Governor faces a conflict between his duties as a father and his duties as a governor: an important invitation to Washington by the President comes up the same night that Gatling had promised Katie he would attend her school play.
6 	6 	"The Layoff" 	Peter Baldwin 	Bob Colleary 	October 25, 1979 	
After Governor Gatling embarks on a budget-cutting campaign, Benson must decide which staff members to lay off. Katie resents Benson when he selects the sweet, elderly pastry chef who brightens up everyone's day. Meg Wylieguest stars. 	After Governor Gatling embarks on a budget-cutting campaign, Benson must decide which staff members to lay off. Katie resents Benson when he selects the sweet, elderly pastry chef who brightens up everyone's day. Meg Wylieguest stars. 	After Governor Gatling embarks on a budget-cutting campaign, Benson must decide which staff members to lay off. Katie resents Benson when he selects the sweet, elderly pastry chef who brightens up everyone's day. Meg Wylieguest stars. 	After Governor Gatling embarks on a budget-cutting campaign, Benson must decide which staff members to lay off. Katie resents Benson when he selects the sweet, elderly pastry chef who brightens up everyone's day. Meg Wylieguest stars. 	After Governor Gatling embarks on a budget-cutting campaign, Benson must decide which staff members to lay off. Katie resents Benson when he selects the sweet, elderly pastry chef who brightens up everyone's day. Meg Wylieguest stars. 	After Governor Gatling embarks on a budget-cutting campaign, Benson must decide which staff members to lay off. Katie resents Benson when he selects the sweet, elderly pastry chef who brightens up everyone's day. Meg Wylieguest stars. 	After Governor Gatling embarks on a budget-cutting campaign, Benson must decide which staff members to lay off. Katie resents Benson when he selects the sweet, elderly pastry chef who brightens up everyone's day. Meg Wylieguest stars.
7 	7 	"Snowbound" 	Jay Sandrich 	Susan Harris and Stu Silver 	November 1, 1979 	
Governor Gatling wants the staff to join him on his retreat to a mountain cabin, and Benson agrees to come when he learns that Kraus will not attend. Then Kraus changes her mind, and, to make matters worse, the staff gets snowed in. 	Governor Gatling wants the staff to join him on his retreat to a mountain cabin, and Benson agrees to come when he learns that Kraus will not attend. Then Kraus changes her mind, and, to make matters worse, the staff gets snowed in. 	Governor Gatling wants the staff to join him on his retreat to a mountain cabin, and Benson agrees to come when he learns that Kraus will not attend. Then Kraus changes her mind, and, to make matters worse, the staff gets snowed in. 	Governor Gatling wants the staff to join him on his retreat to a mountain cabin, and Benson agrees to come when he learns that Kraus will not attend. Then Kraus changes her mind, and, to make matters worse, the staff gets snowed in. 	Governor Gatling wants the staff to join him on his retreat to a mountain cabin, and Benson agrees to come when he learns that Kraus will not attend. Then Kraus changes her mind, and, to make matters worse, the staff gets snowed in. 	Governor Gatling wants the staff to join him on his retreat to a mountain cabin, and Benson agrees to come when he learns that Kraus will not attend. Then Kraus changes her mind, and, to make matters worse, the staff gets snowed in. 	Governor Gatling wants the staff to join him on his retreat to a mountain cabin, and Benson agrees to come when he learns that Kraus will not attend. Then Kraus changes her mind, and, to make matters worse, the staff gets snowed in.
8 	8 	"Jessica" 	Jay Sandrich 	Bob Colleary and Tom Reeder 	November 8, 1979 	
Jessica Tate (Katherine Helmond) visits and begins dating the elderly French Baron d'Arvenaux. When the baron dies in Jessica's hotel room and Jessica calls on Benson for help, drastic action is needed to avert a potential scandal. 	Jessica Tate (Katherine Helmond) visits and begins dating the elderly French Baron d'Arvenaux. When the baron dies in Jessica's hotel room and Jessica calls on Benson for help, drastic action is needed to avert a potential scandal. 	Jessica Tate (Katherine Helmond) visits and begins dating the elderly French Baron d'Arvenaux. When the baron dies in Jessica's hotel room and Jessica calls on Benson for help, drastic action is needed to avert a potential scandal. 	Jessica Tate (Katherine Helmond) visits and begins dating the elderly French Baron d'Arvenaux. When the baron dies in Jessica's hotel room and Jessica calls on Benson for help, drastic action is needed to avert a potential scandal. 	Jessica Tate (Katherine Helmond) visits and begins dating the elderly French Baron d'Arvenaux. When the baron dies in Jessica's hotel room and Jessica calls on Benson for help, drastic action is needed to avert a potential scandal. 	Jessica Tate (Katherine Helmond) visits and begins dating the elderly French Baron d'Arvenaux. When the baron dies in Jessica's hotel room and Jessica calls on Benson for help, drastic action is needed to avert a potential scandal. 	Jessica Tate (Katherine Helmond) visits and begins dating the elderly French Baron d'Arvenaux. When the baron dies in Jessica's hotel room and Jessica calls on Benson for help, drastic action is needed to avert a potential scandal.
9 	9 	"Don't Quote Me" 	Peter Baldwin 	Tom Reeder 	November 22, 1979 	
A scandalous remark by the Governor about a state senator is printed, endangering the governor's administration and causing everyone on the staff to suspect each other of being the leak. 	A scandalous remark by the Governor about a state senator is printed, endangering the governor's administration and causing everyone on the staff to suspect each other of being the leak. 	A scandalous remark by the Governor about a state senator is printed, endangering the governor's administration and causing everyone on the staff to suspect each other of being the leak. 	A scandalous remark by the Governor about a state senator is printed, endangering the governor's administration and causing everyone on the staff to suspect each other of being the leak. 	A scandalous remark by the Governor about a state senator is printed, endangering the governor's administration and causing everyone on the staff to suspect each other of being the leak. 	A scandalous remark by the Governor about a state senator is printed, endangering the governor's administration and causing everyone on the staff to suspect each other of being the leak. 	A scandalous remark by the Governor about a state senator is printed, endangering the governor's administration and causing everyone on the staff to suspect each other of being the leak.
10 	10 	"War Stories" 	Jay Sandrich 	Michael Weinberger 	November 29, 1979 	
Benson introduces an old army buddy (Mark Goddard) to single Marcy, not knowing the man is married. 	Benson introduces an old army buddy (Mark Goddard) to single Marcy, not knowing the man is married. 	Benson introduces an old army buddy (Mark Goddard) to single Marcy, not knowing the man is married. 	Benson introduces an old army buddy (Mark Goddard) to single Marcy, not knowing the man is married. 	Benson introduces an old army buddy (Mark Goddard) to single Marcy, not knowing the man is married. 	Benson introduces an old army buddy (Mark Goddard) to single Marcy, not knowing the man is married. 	Benson introduces an old army buddy (Mark Goddard) to single Marcy, not knowing the man is married.
11 	11 	"Ghost Story" 	Tony Mordente 	Rick McCurdy and Jeff Levin 	December 6, 1979 	
The mansion is haunted by a nineteenth-century governor who was murdered (perhaps by his successor). 	The mansion is haunted by a nineteenth-century governor who was murdered (perhaps by his successor). 	The mansion is haunted by a nineteenth-century governor who was murdered (perhaps by his successor). 	The mansion is haunted by a nineteenth-century governor who was murdered (perhaps by his successor). 	The mansion is haunted by a nineteenth-century governor who was murdered (perhaps by his successor). 	The mansion is haunted by a nineteenth-century governor who was murdered (perhaps by his successor). 	The mansion is haunted by a nineteenth-century governor who was murdered (perhaps by his successor).
12 	12 	"Taylor's Bid" 	John Bowab 	Rick McCurdy and Jeff Levin 	December 13, 1979 	
Taylor decides to resign his position as adviser in order to run for public office. 	Taylor decides to resign his position as adviser in order to run for public office. 	Taylor decides to resign his position as adviser in order to run for public office. 	Taylor decides to resign his position as adviser in order to run for public office. 	Taylor decides to resign his position as adviser in order to run for public office. 	Taylor decides to resign his position as adviser in order to run for public office. 	Taylor decides to resign his position as adviser in order to run for public office.
13 	13 	"One Strike, You're Out" 	Jay Sandrich 	Warren S. Murray 	December 27, 1979 	
The domestic workers at the mansion go on strike, threatening a high-level dinner. 	The domestic workers at the mansion go on strike, threatening a high-level dinner. 	The domestic workers at the mansion go on strike, threatening a high-level dinner. 	The domestic workers at the mansion go on strike, threatening a high-level dinner. 	The domestic workers at the mansion go on strike, threatening a high-level dinner. 	The domestic workers at the mansion go on strike, threatening a high-level dinner. 	The domestic workers at the mansion go on strike, threatening a high-level dinner.
14 	14 	"Just Friends" 	John Bowab 	Bob Colleary 	January 3, 1980 	
Governor Gatling works to persuade entrepreneur Howard Walker to settle his new factory in his state, causing discomfort for Benson, who once romanced the man's wife. Roscoe Lee Browne and Denise Nicholas guest star. 	Governor Gatling works to persuade entrepreneur Howard Walker to settle his new factory in his state, causing discomfort for Benson, who once romanced the man's wife. Roscoe Lee Browne and Denise Nicholas guest star. 	Governor Gatling works to persuade entrepreneur Howard Walker to settle his new factory in his state, causing discomfort for Benson, who once romanced the man's wife. Roscoe Lee Browne and Denise Nicholas guest star. 	Governor Gatling works to persuade entrepreneur Howard Walker to settle his new factory in his state, causing discomfort for Benson, who once romanced the man's wife. Roscoe Lee Browne and Denise Nicholas guest star. 	Governor Gatling works to persuade entrepreneur Howard Walker to settle his new factory in his state, causing discomfort for Benson, who once romanced the man's wife. Roscoe Lee Browne and Denise Nicholas guest star. 	Governor Gatling works to persuade entrepreneur Howard Walker to settle his new factory in his state, causing discomfort for Benson, who once romanced the man's wife. Roscoe Lee Browne and Denise Nicholas guest star. 	Governor Gatling works to persuade entrepreneur Howard Walker to settle his new factory in his state, causing discomfort for Benson, who once romanced the man's wife. Roscoe Lee Browne and Denise Nicholas guest star.
15 	15 	"Chain of Command" 	Asaad Kelada 	Tom Reeder 	January 10, 1980 	
During the governor's illness, the slimy lieutenant governor (David Ruprecht), hoping to take Gatling's place permanently, advances a bill that Gatling opposes. Benson must come to the rescue. 	During the governor's illness, the slimy lieutenant governor (David Ruprecht), hoping to take Gatling's place permanently, advances a bill that Gatling opposes. Benson must come to the rescue. 	During the governor's illness, the slimy lieutenant governor (David Ruprecht), hoping to take Gatling's place permanently, advances a bill that Gatling opposes. Benson must come to the rescue. 	During the governor's illness, the slimy lieutenant governor (David Ruprecht), hoping to take Gatling's place permanently, advances a bill that Gatling opposes. Benson must come to the rescue. 	During the governor's illness, the slimy lieutenant governor (David Ruprecht), hoping to take Gatling's place permanently, advances a bill that Gatling opposes. Benson must come to the rescue. 	During the governor's illness, the slimy lieutenant governor (David Ruprecht), hoping to take Gatling's place permanently, advances a bill that Gatling opposes. Benson must come to the rescue. 	During the governor's illness, the slimy lieutenant governor (David Ruprecht), hoping to take Gatling's place permanently, advances a bill that Gatling opposes. Benson must come to the rescue.
16 	16 	"Bugging the Governor" 	Asaad Kelada 	Bernard Dilbert 	January 24, 1980 	
Someone is bugging the mansion. Joel Brooks guest stars. 	Someone is bugging the mansion. Joel Brooks guest stars. 	Someone is bugging the mansion. Joel Brooks guest stars. 	Someone is bugging the mansion. Joel Brooks guest stars. 	Someone is bugging the mansion. Joel Brooks guest stars. 	Someone is bugging the mansion. Joel Brooks guest stars. 	Someone is bugging the mansion. Joel Brooks guest stars.
17 	17 	"Kraus Affair" 	Tony Mordente 	Story by : Mitch Markowitz 
Teleplay by : Rick McCurdy and Jeff Levin 	January 31, 1980 	
Kraus falls for the butcher, but she lacks the self-confidence to ask him out. 	Kraus falls for the butcher, but she lacks the self-confidence to ask him out. 	Kraus falls for the butcher, but she lacks the self-confidence to ask him out. 	Kraus falls for the butcher, but she lacks the self-confidence to ask him out. 	Kraus falls for the butcher, but she lacks the self-confidence to ask him out. 	Kraus falls for the butcher, but she lacks the self-confidence to ask him out. 	Kraus falls for the butcher, but she lacks the self-confidence to ask him out.
18 	18 	"Checkmate" 	Tony Mordente 	Story by : Mark Barkanand Louis Coppola 
Teleplay by : Bob Colleary and Tom Reeder 	February 7, 1980 	
An eleven-year-old Soviet chess prodigy, brought to the mansion for a tournament, implores Katie to hide him in her room. When the Soviets can't find him, they threaten war if the boy is not returned. 	An eleven-year-old Soviet chess prodigy, brought to the mansion for a tournament, implores Katie to hide him in her room. When the Soviets can't find him, they threaten war if the boy is not returned. 	An eleven-year-old Soviet chess prodigy, brought to the mansion for a tournament, implores Katie to hide him in her room. When the Soviets can't find him, they threaten war if the boy is not returned. 	An eleven-year-old Soviet chess prodigy, brought to the mansion for a tournament, implores Katie to hide him in her room. When the Soviets can't find him, they threaten war if the boy is not returned. 	An eleven-year-old Soviet chess prodigy, brought to the mansion for a tournament, implores Katie to hide him in her room. When the Soviets can't find him, they threaten war if the boy is not returned. 	An eleven-year-old Soviet chess prodigy, brought to the mansion for a tournament, implores Katie to hide him in her room. When the Soviets can't find him, they threaten war if the boy is not returned. 	An eleven-year-old Soviet chess prodigy, brought to the mansion for a tournament, implores Katie to hide him in her room. When the Soviets can't find him, they threaten war if the boy is not returned.
19 	19 	"Cold Storage" 	John Bowab 	Jim Tisdale 	February 28, 1980 	
Benson and Kraus get locked in the basement together. 	Benson and Kraus get locked in the basement together. 	Benson and Kraus get locked in the basement together. 	Benson and Kraus get locked in the basement together. 	Benson and Kraus get locked in the basement together. 	Benson and Kraus get locked in the basement together. 	Benson and Kraus get locked in the basement together.
20 	20 	"Old Man Gatlin'" 	John Bowab 	Rick McCurdy and Jeff Levin 	March 6, 1980 	
The Governor's loudmouthed father (David Huddleston) comes to visit and wreaks havoc among the staff. 	The Governor's loudmouthed father (David Huddleston) comes to visit and wreaks havoc among the staff. 	The Governor's loudmouthed father (David Huddleston) comes to visit and wreaks havoc among the staff. 	The Governor's loudmouthed father (David Huddleston) comes to visit and wreaks havoc among the staff. 	The Governor's loudmouthed father (David Huddleston) comes to visit and wreaks havoc among the staff. 	The Governor's loudmouthed father (David Huddleston) comes to visit and wreaks havoc among the staff. 	The Governor's loudmouthed father (David Huddleston) comes to visit and wreaks havoc among the staff.
21 	21 	"Power Play" 	John Tracy 	Rick McCurdy and Jeff Levin 	March 20, 1980 	
A load of dead fish and sludge is delivered to the mansion by El Gato, a conservationist. 	A load of dead fish and sludge is delivered to the mansion by El Gato, a conservationist. 	A load of dead fish and sludge is delivered to the mansion by El Gato, a conservationist. 	A load of dead fish and sludge is delivered to the mansion by El Gato, a conservationist. 	A load of dead fish and sludge is delivered to the mansion by El Gato, a conservationist. 	A load of dead fish and sludge is delivered to the mansion by El Gato, a conservationist. 	A load of dead fish and sludge is delivered to the mansion by El Gato, a conservationist.
22 	22 	"Takin' It to the Streets" 	Tony Mordente 	Shelley Zellman & Wally Dalton 	March 27, 1980 	
Wanting to know how the "little people" really feel, Governor Gatling makes an incognito visit to a grungy local bar, along with a reluctant Benson, to mix with the constituents. Joy Garrett and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Wanting to know how the "little people" really feel, Governor Gatling makes an incognito visit to a grungy local bar, along with a reluctant Benson, to mix with the constituents. Joy Garrett and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Wanting to know how the "little people" really feel, Governor Gatling makes an incognito visit to a grungy local bar, along with a reluctant Benson, to mix with the constituents. Joy Garrett and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Wanting to know how the "little people" really feel, Governor Gatling makes an incognito visit to a grungy local bar, along with a reluctant Benson, to mix with the constituents. Joy Garrett and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Wanting to know how the "little people" really feel, Governor Gatling makes an incognito visit to a grungy local bar, along with a reluctant Benson, to mix with the constituents. Joy Garrett and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Wanting to know how the "little people" really feel, Governor Gatling makes an incognito visit to a grungy local bar, along with a reluctant Benson, to mix with the constituents. Joy Garrett and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Wanting to know how the "little people" really feel, Governor Gatling makes an incognito visit to a grungy local bar, along with a reluctant Benson, to mix with the constituents. Joy Garrett and Kene Holliday guest star.
23 	23 	"The Army Wants You" 	Tony Mordente 	Paul Raley 	May 1, 1980 	
With almost everybody else in the mansion down with the flu, Benson learns that while in the Army he may have been part of an experiment in germ warfare without his knowledge. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	With almost everybody else in the mansion down with the flu, Benson learns that while in the Army he may have been part of an experiment in germ warfare without his knowledge. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	With almost everybody else in the mansion down with the flu, Benson learns that while in the Army he may have been part of an experiment in germ warfare without his knowledge. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	With almost everybody else in the mansion down with the flu, Benson learns that while in the Army he may have been part of an experiment in germ warfare without his knowledge. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	With almost everybody else in the mansion down with the flu, Benson learns that while in the Army he may have been part of an experiment in germ warfare without his knowledge. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	With almost everybody else in the mansion down with the flu, Benson learns that while in the Army he may have been part of an experiment in germ warfare without his knowledge. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	With almost everybody else in the mansion down with the flu, Benson learns that while in the Army he may have been part of an experiment in germ warfare without his knowledge. Jack Dodson guest stars.
24 	24 	"Marcy's Vacation" 	Don Barnhart 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	May 8, 1980 	
Going on vacation, Marcy worries that her replacement may do a better job than she and retain the position permanently. 	Going on vacation, Marcy worries that her replacement may do a better job than she and retain the position permanently. 	Going on vacation, Marcy worries that her replacement may do a better job than she and retain the position permanently. 	Going on vacation, Marcy worries that her replacement may do a better job than she and retain the position permanently. 	Going on vacation, Marcy worries that her replacement may do a better job than she and retain the position permanently. 	Going on vacation, Marcy worries that her replacement may do a better job than she and retain the position permanently. 	Going on vacation, Marcy worries that her replacement may do a better job than she and retain the position permanently.
=== Season 2 (1980–81) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	
25 	1 	"Thick as Thieves" 	John Rich 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	October 31, 1980 	
Benson and Kraus are held hostage during a market robbery. Clyde Kusatsuguest stars. First appearances of Ethan Phillips and René Auberjonois 	Benson and Kraus are held hostage during a market robbery. Clyde Kusatsuguest stars. First appearances of Ethan Phillips and René Auberjonois 	Benson and Kraus are held hostage during a market robbery. Clyde Kusatsuguest stars. First appearances of Ethan Phillips and René Auberjonois 	Benson and Kraus are held hostage during a market robbery. Clyde Kusatsuguest stars. First appearances of Ethan Phillips and René Auberjonois 	Benson and Kraus are held hostage during a market robbery. Clyde Kusatsuguest stars. First appearances of Ethan Phillips and René Auberjonois 	Benson and Kraus are held hostage during a market robbery. Clyde Kusatsuguest stars. First appearances of Ethan Phillips and René Auberjonois 	Benson and Kraus are held hostage during a market robbery. Clyde Kusatsuguest stars. First appearances of Ethan Phillips and René Auberjonois
26 	2 	"Benson in the Hospital" 	John Rich 	Rich Reinhart 	November 7, 1980 	
Benson has a strange malady that has all the doctors puzzled. 	Benson has a strange malady that has all the doctors puzzled. 	Benson has a strange malady that has all the doctors puzzled. 	Benson has a strange malady that has all the doctors puzzled. 	Benson has a strange malady that has all the doctors puzzled. 	Benson has a strange malady that has all the doctors puzzled. 	Benson has a strange malady that has all the doctors puzzled.
27 	3 	"Fool's Gold" 	John Rich 	Tom Whedonand Bob Colleary 	November 14, 1980 	
Benson's discovery of an old letter suggesting hidden treasure somewhere in the mansion leads to gold fever among the governor's staff. Jerry Seinfeldmakes the first of his three appearances on Benson. 	Benson's discovery of an old letter suggesting hidden treasure somewhere in the mansion leads to gold fever among the governor's staff. Jerry Seinfeldmakes the first of his three appearances on Benson. 	Benson's discovery of an old letter suggesting hidden treasure somewhere in the mansion leads to gold fever among the governor's staff. Jerry Seinfeldmakes the first of his three appearances on Benson. 	Benson's discovery of an old letter suggesting hidden treasure somewhere in the mansion leads to gold fever among the governor's staff. Jerry Seinfeldmakes the first of his three appearances on Benson. 	Benson's discovery of an old letter suggesting hidden treasure somewhere in the mansion leads to gold fever among the governor's staff. Jerry Seinfeldmakes the first of his three appearances on Benson. 	Benson's discovery of an old letter suggesting hidden treasure somewhere in the mansion leads to gold fever among the governor's staff. Jerry Seinfeldmakes the first of his three appearances on Benson. 	Benson's discovery of an old letter suggesting hidden treasure somewhere in the mansion leads to gold fever among the governor's staff. Jerry Seinfeldmakes the first of his three appearances on Benson.
28 	4 	"Masquerade" 	John Rich 	Rick McCurdy and Jeff Levin 	November 21, 1980 	
A group of revolutionaries seeks to steal a statue from the mansion. 	A group of revolutionaries seeks to steal a statue from the mansion. 	A group of revolutionaries seeks to steal a statue from the mansion. 	A group of revolutionaries seeks to steal a statue from the mansion. 	A group of revolutionaries seeks to steal a statue from the mansion. 	A group of revolutionaries seeks to steal a statue from the mansion. 	A group of revolutionaries seeks to steal a statue from the mansion.
29 	5 	"First Lady" 	John Rich 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	November 28, 1980 	
Katie is jealous when her father gives special attention to a very important hostess whom he calls Pretty Lily, and Benson must deal with a broken air conditioning system. Barbara Babcock and Warren Munson guest star.	Katie is jealous when her father gives special attention to a very important hostess whom he calls Pretty Lily, and Benson must deal with a broken air conditioning system. Barbara Babcock and Warren Munson guest star.	Katie is jealous when her father gives special attention to a very important hostess whom he calls Pretty Lily, and Benson must deal with a broken air conditioning system. Barbara Babcock and Warren Munson guest star.	Katie is jealous when her father gives special attention to a very important hostess whom he calls Pretty Lily, and Benson must deal with a broken air conditioning system. Barbara Babcock and Warren Munson guest star.	Katie is jealous when her father gives special attention to a very important hostess whom he calls Pretty Lily, and Benson must deal with a broken air conditioning system. Barbara Babcock and Warren Munson guest star.	Katie is jealous when her father gives special attention to a very important hostess whom he calls Pretty Lily, and Benson must deal with a broken air conditioning system. Barbara Babcock and Warren Munson guest star.	Katie is jealous when her father gives special attention to a very important hostess whom he calls Pretty Lily, and Benson must deal with a broken air conditioning system. Barbara Babcock and Warren Munson guest star.
30 	6 	"Citizen Kraus" 	John Rich 	Bud Slocomb & Len Riley 	December 12, 1980 	
Gretchen wants to become an American citizen, but, despite a lot of studying, she fails the test due to nervousness. 	Gretchen wants to become an American citizen, but, despite a lot of studying, she fails the test due to nervousness. 	Gretchen wants to become an American citizen, but, despite a lot of studying, she fails the test due to nervousness. 	Gretchen wants to become an American citizen, but, despite a lot of studying, she fails the test due to nervousness. 	Gretchen wants to become an American citizen, but, despite a lot of studying, she fails the test due to nervousness. 	Gretchen wants to become an American citizen, but, despite a lot of studying, she fails the test due to nervousness. 	Gretchen wants to become an American citizen, but, despite a lot of studying, she fails the test due to nervousness.
31 	7 	"Benson's Groupie" 	John Rich 	Bob Colleary 	December 19, 1980 	
Benson's spoiled and self-centered vacation romance follows him home refusing to take no for an answer at the same time important religious leaders are visiting the mansion. 	Benson's spoiled and self-centered vacation romance follows him home refusing to take no for an answer at the same time important religious leaders are visiting the mansion. 	Benson's spoiled and self-centered vacation romance follows him home refusing to take no for an answer at the same time important religious leaders are visiting the mansion. 	Benson's spoiled and self-centered vacation romance follows him home refusing to take no for an answer at the same time important religious leaders are visiting the mansion. 	Benson's spoiled and self-centered vacation romance follows him home refusing to take no for an answer at the same time important religious leaders are visiting the mansion. 	Benson's spoiled and self-centered vacation romance follows him home refusing to take no for an answer at the same time important religious leaders are visiting the mansion. 	Benson's spoiled and self-centered vacation romance follows him home refusing to take no for an answer at the same time important religious leaders are visiting the mansion.
32 	8 	"In High Places" 	John Rich 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	January 9, 1981 	
The pilot of the Governor's charter plane suffers a heart attack and there is no co-pilot, so the Governor has to fly the plane himself. 	The pilot of the Governor's charter plane suffers a heart attack and there is no co-pilot, so the Governor has to fly the plane himself. 	The pilot of the Governor's charter plane suffers a heart attack and there is no co-pilot, so the Governor has to fly the plane himself. 	The pilot of the Governor's charter plane suffers a heart attack and there is no co-pilot, so the Governor has to fly the plane himself. 	The pilot of the Governor's charter plane suffers a heart attack and there is no co-pilot, so the Governor has to fly the plane himself. 	The pilot of the Governor's charter plane suffers a heart attack and there is no co-pilot, so the Governor has to fly the plane himself. 	The pilot of the Governor's charter plane suffers a heart attack and there is no co-pilot, so the Governor has to fly the plane himself.
33 	9 	"Old School Ties" 	John Rich 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	January 16, 1981 	
Libby, the Governor's sister, thinks that Katie should be sent to a boarding school. The staff is crushed when the Governor takes his sister's advice. 	Libby, the Governor's sister, thinks that Katie should be sent to a boarding school. The staff is crushed when the Governor takes his sister's advice. 	Libby, the Governor's sister, thinks that Katie should be sent to a boarding school. The staff is crushed when the Governor takes his sister's advice. 	Libby, the Governor's sister, thinks that Katie should be sent to a boarding school. The staff is crushed when the Governor takes his sister's advice. 	Libby, the Governor's sister, thinks that Katie should be sent to a boarding school. The staff is crushed when the Governor takes his sister's advice. 	Libby, the Governor's sister, thinks that Katie should be sent to a boarding school. The staff is crushed when the Governor takes his sister's advice. 	Libby, the Governor's sister, thinks that Katie should be sent to a boarding school. The staff is crushed when the Governor takes his sister's advice.
34 	10 	"The Apartment" 	John Rich 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	January 23, 1981 	
Wanting some privacy, Benson rents an apartment, but despite his efforts everybody manages to intrude. 	Wanting some privacy, Benson rents an apartment, but despite his efforts everybody manages to intrude. 	Wanting some privacy, Benson rents an apartment, but despite his efforts everybody manages to intrude. 	Wanting some privacy, Benson rents an apartment, but despite his efforts everybody manages to intrude. 	Wanting some privacy, Benson rents an apartment, but despite his efforts everybody manages to intrude. 	Wanting some privacy, Benson rents an apartment, but despite his efforts everybody manages to intrude. 	Wanting some privacy, Benson rents an apartment, but despite his efforts everybody manages to intrude.
35 	11 	"Big Buddy" 	John Rich 	Tom Whedon and Bob Colleary 	February 6, 1981 	
Press secretary Pete hatches a new scheme to give the Governor good publicity and involves Benson in a "Big Buddy" program. 	Press secretary Pete hatches a new scheme to give the Governor good publicity and involves Benson in a "Big Buddy" program. 	Press secretary Pete hatches a new scheme to give the Governor good publicity and involves Benson in a "Big Buddy" program. 	Press secretary Pete hatches a new scheme to give the Governor good publicity and involves Benson in a "Big Buddy" program. 	Press secretary Pete hatches a new scheme to give the Governor good publicity and involves Benson in a "Big Buddy" program. 	Press secretary Pete hatches a new scheme to give the Governor good publicity and involves Benson in a "Big Buddy" program. 	Press secretary Pete hatches a new scheme to give the Governor good publicity and involves Benson in a "Big Buddy" program.
36 	12 	"Fireside Chat" 	John Rich 	Tom Whedon 	February 13, 1981 	
The Governor is scheduled to be on television for a "fireside chat", but a lover's quarrel between Marcy and Dan (the telecast's producer) bleeds through and ruins the telecast. 	The Governor is scheduled to be on television for a "fireside chat", but a lover's quarrel between Marcy and Dan (the telecast's producer) bleeds through and ruins the telecast. 	The Governor is scheduled to be on television for a "fireside chat", but a lover's quarrel between Marcy and Dan (the telecast's producer) bleeds through and ruins the telecast. 	The Governor is scheduled to be on television for a "fireside chat", but a lover's quarrel between Marcy and Dan (the telecast's producer) bleeds through and ruins the telecast. 	The Governor is scheduled to be on television for a "fireside chat", but a lover's quarrel between Marcy and Dan (the telecast's producer) bleeds through and ruins the telecast. 	The Governor is scheduled to be on television for a "fireside chat", but a lover's quarrel between Marcy and Dan (the telecast's producer) bleeds through and ruins the telecast. 	The Governor is scheduled to be on television for a "fireside chat", but a lover's quarrel between Marcy and Dan (the telecast's producer) bleeds through and ruins the telecast.
37 	13 	"Marcy's Wedding" 	John Rich 	Bob Colleary 	February 20, 1981 	
Marcy is marrying Dan (Ted Danson) and Benson is responsible for the wedding plans. But Marcy's mother intrudes and disrupts all the arrangements. 	Marcy is marrying Dan (Ted Danson) and Benson is responsible for the wedding plans. But Marcy's mother intrudes and disrupts all the arrangements. 	Marcy is marrying Dan (Ted Danson) and Benson is responsible for the wedding plans. But Marcy's mother intrudes and disrupts all the arrangements. 	Marcy is marrying Dan (Ted Danson) and Benson is responsible for the wedding plans. But Marcy's mother intrudes and disrupts all the arrangements. 	Marcy is marrying Dan (Ted Danson) and Benson is responsible for the wedding plans. But Marcy's mother intrudes and disrupts all the arrangements. 	Marcy is marrying Dan (Ted Danson) and Benson is responsible for the wedding plans. But Marcy's mother intrudes and disrupts all the arrangements. 	Marcy is marrying Dan (Ted Danson) and Benson is responsible for the wedding plans. But Marcy's mother intrudes and disrupts all the arrangements.
38 	14 	"Rivals" 	John Rich 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	February 27, 1981 	
Kraus's childhood rival visits from Germany, expecting to find the cook married to the governor. 	Kraus's childhood rival visits from Germany, expecting to find the cook married to the governor. 	Kraus's childhood rival visits from Germany, expecting to find the cook married to the governor. 	Kraus's childhood rival visits from Germany, expecting to find the cook married to the governor. 	Kraus's childhood rival visits from Germany, expecting to find the cook married to the governor. 	Kraus's childhood rival visits from Germany, expecting to find the cook married to the governor. 	Kraus's childhood rival visits from Germany, expecting to find the cook married to the governor.
39 	15 	"No Sad Songs" 	John Rich 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	March 6, 1981 	
Benson's mother (Beah Richards) comes for a visit and charms everybody, but an unexpected event sadly cuts her stay short. 	Benson's mother (Beah Richards) comes for a visit and charms everybody, but an unexpected event sadly cuts her stay short. 	Benson's mother (Beah Richards) comes for a visit and charms everybody, but an unexpected event sadly cuts her stay short. 	Benson's mother (Beah Richards) comes for a visit and charms everybody, but an unexpected event sadly cuts her stay short. 	Benson's mother (Beah Richards) comes for a visit and charms everybody, but an unexpected event sadly cuts her stay short. 	Benson's mother (Beah Richards) comes for a visit and charms everybody, but an unexpected event sadly cuts her stay short. 	Benson's mother (Beah Richards) comes for a visit and charms everybody, but an unexpected event sadly cuts her stay short.
40 	16 	"Clayton, Go Home" 	John Rich 	Tom Whedon and Bob Colleary 	March 13, 1981 	
When Clayton plans to testify against an airline that tried to bribe him, he starts receiving mysterious death threats, so he tries to escape by moving into the mansion. 	When Clayton plans to testify against an airline that tried to bribe him, he starts receiving mysterious death threats, so he tries to escape by moving into the mansion. 	When Clayton plans to testify against an airline that tried to bribe him, he starts receiving mysterious death threats, so he tries to escape by moving into the mansion. 	When Clayton plans to testify against an airline that tried to bribe him, he starts receiving mysterious death threats, so he tries to escape by moving into the mansion. 	When Clayton plans to testify against an airline that tried to bribe him, he starts receiving mysterious death threats, so he tries to escape by moving into the mansion. 	When Clayton plans to testify against an airline that tried to bribe him, he starts receiving mysterious death threats, so he tries to escape by moving into the mansion. 	When Clayton plans to testify against an airline that tried to bribe him, he starts receiving mysterious death threats, so he tries to escape by moving into the mansion.
41 	17 	"Easy Kid Stuff" 	John Rich 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	March 20, 1981 	
After a boy falls out of a tree and breaks his arm, Benson has conflicting feelings about becoming the boy's father figure. 	After a boy falls out of a tree and breaks his arm, Benson has conflicting feelings about becoming the boy's father figure. 	After a boy falls out of a tree and breaks his arm, Benson has conflicting feelings about becoming the boy's father figure. 	After a boy falls out of a tree and breaks his arm, Benson has conflicting feelings about becoming the boy's father figure. 	After a boy falls out of a tree and breaks his arm, Benson has conflicting feelings about becoming the boy's father figure. 	After a boy falls out of a tree and breaks his arm, Benson has conflicting feelings about becoming the boy's father figure. 	After a boy falls out of a tree and breaks his arm, Benson has conflicting feelings about becoming the boy's father figure.
42 	18 	"Homework" 	John Rich 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	April 3, 1981 	
Katie is supposed to write a school paper on her family. She writes about her father the Governor, Marcy, Clayton, Pete, Kraus, and Benson. 	Katie is supposed to write a school paper on her family. She writes about her father the Governor, Marcy, Clayton, Pete, Kraus, and Benson. 	Katie is supposed to write a school paper on her family. She writes about her father the Governor, Marcy, Clayton, Pete, Kraus, and Benson. 	Katie is supposed to write a school paper on her family. She writes about her father the Governor, Marcy, Clayton, Pete, Kraus, and Benson. 	Katie is supposed to write a school paper on her family. She writes about her father the Governor, Marcy, Clayton, Pete, Kraus, and Benson. 	Katie is supposed to write a school paper on her family. She writes about her father the Governor, Marcy, Clayton, Pete, Kraus, and Benson. 	Katie is supposed to write a school paper on her family. She writes about her father the Governor, Marcy, Clayton, Pete, Kraus, and Benson.
43 	19 	"Handwriting on the Wall" 	John Rich 	Rich Reinhart 	April 10, 1981 	
A controversial environmental bill brings the governor strange threats. Benson begins an investigation as to the source of the letters, but the culprit may be someone in the mansion. 	A controversial environmental bill brings the governor strange threats. Benson begins an investigation as to the source of the letters, but the culprit may be someone in the mansion. 	A controversial environmental bill brings the governor strange threats. Benson begins an investigation as to the source of the letters, but the culprit may be someone in the mansion. 	A controversial environmental bill brings the governor strange threats. Benson begins an investigation as to the source of the letters, but the culprit may be someone in the mansion. 	A controversial environmental bill brings the governor strange threats. Benson begins an investigation as to the source of the letters, but the culprit may be someone in the mansion. 	A controversial environmental bill brings the governor strange threats. Benson begins an investigation as to the source of the letters, but the culprit may be someone in the mansion. 	A controversial environmental bill brings the governor strange threats. Benson begins an investigation as to the source of the letters, but the culprit may be someone in the mansion.
44 	20 	"The Governor's House Call" 	John Rich 	Tom Whedon and Bob Colleary 	May 8, 1981 	
The Governor, Benson and Clayton are trapped in a bordello with a muckraking columnist. 	The Governor, Benson and Clayton are trapped in a bordello with a muckraking columnist. 	The Governor, Benson and Clayton are trapped in a bordello with a muckraking columnist. 	The Governor, Benson and Clayton are trapped in a bordello with a muckraking columnist. 	The Governor, Benson and Clayton are trapped in a bordello with a muckraking columnist. 	The Governor, Benson and Clayton are trapped in a bordello with a muckraking columnist. 	The Governor, Benson and Clayton are trapped in a bordello with a muckraking columnist.
45 	21 	"All Shook Up" 	John Rich 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	May 15, 1981 	
An earthquake occurs and the Governor and staff work to rescue Benson and Clayton, who are stuck in the cellar. 	An earthquake occurs and the Governor and staff work to rescue Benson and Clayton, who are stuck in the cellar. 	An earthquake occurs and the Governor and staff work to rescue Benson and Clayton, who are stuck in the cellar. 	An earthquake occurs and the Governor and staff work to rescue Benson and Clayton, who are stuck in the cellar. 	An earthquake occurs and the Governor and staff work to rescue Benson and Clayton, who are stuck in the cellar. 	An earthquake occurs and the Governor and staff work to rescue Benson and Clayton, who are stuck in the cellar. 	An earthquake occurs and the Governor and staff work to rescue Benson and Clayton, who are stuck in the cellar.
46 	22 	"Lifesaver" 	John Rich 	Rich Reinhart 	May 22, 1981 	
Benson saves Kraus's life but wonders if he did the right thing when her appreciation goes way too far. 	Benson saves Kraus's life but wonders if he did the right thing when her appreciation goes way too far. 	Benson saves Kraus's life but wonders if he did the right thing when her appreciation goes way too far. 	Benson saves Kraus's life but wonders if he did the right thing when her appreciation goes way too far. 	Benson saves Kraus's life but wonders if he did the right thing when her appreciation goes way too far. 	Benson saves Kraus's life but wonders if he did the right thing when her appreciation goes way too far. 	Benson saves Kraus's life but wonders if he did the right thing when her appreciation goes way too far.
=== Season 3 (1981–82) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	
47 	1 	"Benson's Appointment" 	John Rich 	Norman Barasch and Bob Colleary 	November 6, 1981 	
When the state budget director unexpectedly dies, the Governor wants to appoint Benson to the job, but a State Senator is determined to block the confirmation. Dana Elcar guest stars. 	When the state budget director unexpectedly dies, the Governor wants to appoint Benson to the job, but a State Senator is determined to block the confirmation. Dana Elcar guest stars. 	When the state budget director unexpectedly dies, the Governor wants to appoint Benson to the job, but a State Senator is determined to block the confirmation. Dana Elcar guest stars. 	When the state budget director unexpectedly dies, the Governor wants to appoint Benson to the job, but a State Senator is determined to block the confirmation. Dana Elcar guest stars. 	When the state budget director unexpectedly dies, the Governor wants to appoint Benson to the job, but a State Senator is determined to block the confirmation. Dana Elcar guest stars. 	When the state budget director unexpectedly dies, the Governor wants to appoint Benson to the job, but a State Senator is determined to block the confirmation. Dana Elcar guest stars. 	When the state budget director unexpectedly dies, the Governor wants to appoint Benson to the job, but a State Senator is determined to block the confirmation. Dana Elcar guest stars.
48 	2 	"The Grass Ain't Greener" 	John Rich 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	November 13, 1981 	
Benson goes undercover to investigate conditions in a prison. Don Calfa, Bill Duke, and Brion James guest stars. 	Benson goes undercover to investigate conditions in a prison. Don Calfa, Bill Duke, and Brion James guest stars. 	Benson goes undercover to investigate conditions in a prison. Don Calfa, Bill Duke, and Brion James guest stars. 	Benson goes undercover to investigate conditions in a prison. Don Calfa, Bill Duke, and Brion James guest stars. 	Benson goes undercover to investigate conditions in a prison. Don Calfa, Bill Duke, and Brion James guest stars. 	Benson goes undercover to investigate conditions in a prison. Don Calfa, Bill Duke, and Brion James guest stars. 	Benson goes undercover to investigate conditions in a prison. Don Calfa, Bill Duke, and Brion James guest stars.
49 	3 	"Sit-In" 	John Rich 	Rich Reinhart 	November 27, 1981 	
It's Marcy's last day working with Benson before she moves away, and in Benson's office a conductor holds a concert in protest of the musicians' plight while Benson is holding interviews for a new secretary. Didi Conn guest stars as Denise Johnson.	It's Marcy's last day working with Benson before she moves away, and in Benson's office a conductor holds a concert in protest of the musicians' plight while Benson is holding interviews for a new secretary. Didi Conn guest stars as Denise Johnson.	It's Marcy's last day working with Benson before she moves away, and in Benson's office a conductor holds a concert in protest of the musicians' plight while Benson is holding interviews for a new secretary. Didi Conn guest stars as Denise Johnson.	It's Marcy's last day working with Benson before she moves away, and in Benson's office a conductor holds a concert in protest of the musicians' plight while Benson is holding interviews for a new secretary. Didi Conn guest stars as Denise Johnson.	It's Marcy's last day working with Benson before she moves away, and in Benson's office a conductor holds a concert in protest of the musicians' plight while Benson is holding interviews for a new secretary. Didi Conn guest stars as Denise Johnson.	It's Marcy's last day working with Benson before she moves away, and in Benson's office a conductor holds a concert in protest of the musicians' plight while Benson is holding interviews for a new secretary. Didi Conn guest stars as Denise Johnson.	It's Marcy's last day working with Benson before she moves away, and in Benson's office a conductor holds a concert in protest of the musicians' plight while Benson is holding interviews for a new secretary. Didi Conn guest stars as Denise Johnson.
50 	4 	"Double Exposure" 	John Rich 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	December 4, 1981 	
While he, the Governor, Clayton and Pete are in Washington D.C. on official business, Benson helps an FBI agent uncover a bribery scheme. Didi Conn's first appearance as a regular cast member. 	While he, the Governor, Clayton and Pete are in Washington D.C. on official business, Benson helps an FBI agent uncover a bribery scheme. Didi Conn's first appearance as a regular cast member. 	While he, the Governor, Clayton and Pete are in Washington D.C. on official business, Benson helps an FBI agent uncover a bribery scheme. Didi Conn's first appearance as a regular cast member. 	While he, the Governor, Clayton and Pete are in Washington D.C. on official business, Benson helps an FBI agent uncover a bribery scheme. Didi Conn's first appearance as a regular cast member. 	While he, the Governor, Clayton and Pete are in Washington D.C. on official business, Benson helps an FBI agent uncover a bribery scheme. Didi Conn's first appearance as a regular cast member. 	While he, the Governor, Clayton and Pete are in Washington D.C. on official business, Benson helps an FBI agent uncover a bribery scheme. Didi Conn's first appearance as a regular cast member. 	While he, the Governor, Clayton and Pete are in Washington D.C. on official business, Benson helps an FBI agent uncover a bribery scheme. Didi Conn's first appearance as a regular cast member.
51 	5 	"The Lobbyist" 	John Rich 	Story by : Doug Keyes & Chip Keyes 
Teleplay by : Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	December 11, 1981 	
Benson's lobbyist girlfriend approaches Benson with a project he approves, but the project brings charges of corruption against Benson. 	Benson's lobbyist girlfriend approaches Benson with a project he approves, but the project brings charges of corruption against Benson. 	Benson's lobbyist girlfriend approaches Benson with a project he approves, but the project brings charges of corruption against Benson. 	Benson's lobbyist girlfriend approaches Benson with a project he approves, but the project brings charges of corruption against Benson. 	Benson's lobbyist girlfriend approaches Benson with a project he approves, but the project brings charges of corruption against Benson. 	Benson's lobbyist girlfriend approaches Benson with a project he approves, but the project brings charges of corruption against Benson. 	Benson's lobbyist girlfriend approaches Benson with a project he approves, but the project brings charges of corruption against Benson.
52 	6 	"Stress" 	John Rich 	Michael J. Weithorn and Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	December 18, 1981 	
After a day when everyone gets mad at Benson, the Governor holds an encounter session with the staff. 	After a day when everyone gets mad at Benson, the Governor holds an encounter session with the staff. 	After a day when everyone gets mad at Benson, the Governor holds an encounter session with the staff. 	After a day when everyone gets mad at Benson, the Governor holds an encounter session with the staff. 	After a day when everyone gets mad at Benson, the Governor holds an encounter session with the staff. 	After a day when everyone gets mad at Benson, the Governor holds an encounter session with the staff. 	After a day when everyone gets mad at Benson, the Governor holds an encounter session with the staff.
53 	7 	"Rainbow's End" 	John Rich 	Russ Woody 	December 25, 1981 	
Benson learns that his old flame (Rosalind Cash) is confined to a wheelchair; Clayton is trying to celebrate his birthday. 	Benson learns that his old flame (Rosalind Cash) is confined to a wheelchair; Clayton is trying to celebrate his birthday. 	Benson learns that his old flame (Rosalind Cash) is confined to a wheelchair; Clayton is trying to celebrate his birthday. 	Benson learns that his old flame (Rosalind Cash) is confined to a wheelchair; Clayton is trying to celebrate his birthday. 	Benson learns that his old flame (Rosalind Cash) is confined to a wheelchair; Clayton is trying to celebrate his birthday. 	Benson learns that his old flame (Rosalind Cash) is confined to a wheelchair; Clayton is trying to celebrate his birthday. 	Benson learns that his old flame (Rosalind Cash) is confined to a wheelchair; Clayton is trying to celebrate his birthday.
54 	8 	"Once in a Blue Moon" 	John Rich 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	January 8, 1982 	
Clayton is assaulted and Benson approves tighter security at his expense. 	Clayton is assaulted and Benson approves tighter security at his expense. 	Clayton is assaulted and Benson approves tighter security at his expense. 	Clayton is assaulted and Benson approves tighter security at his expense. 	Clayton is assaulted and Benson approves tighter security at his expense. 	Clayton is assaulted and Benson approves tighter security at his expense. 	Clayton is assaulted and Benson approves tighter security at his expense.
55 	9 	"Kraus Falls in Love" 	John Rich 	Korby Siamis 	January 15, 1982 	
Kraus falls in love with a man who isn't available. 	Kraus falls in love with a man who isn't available. 	Kraus falls in love with a man who isn't available. 	Kraus falls in love with a man who isn't available. 	Kraus falls in love with a man who isn't available. 	Kraus falls in love with a man who isn't available. 	Kraus falls in love with a man who isn't available.
56 	10 	"Stocks & Options" 	John Rich 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	January 22, 1982 	
Trouble ensues after Benson accepts some stock from Pete as a debt payment. 	Trouble ensues after Benson accepts some stock from Pete as a debt payment. 	Trouble ensues after Benson accepts some stock from Pete as a debt payment. 	Trouble ensues after Benson accepts some stock from Pete as a debt payment. 	Trouble ensues after Benson accepts some stock from Pete as a debt payment. 	Trouble ensues after Benson accepts some stock from Pete as a debt payment. 	Trouble ensues after Benson accepts some stock from Pete as a debt payment.
57 	11 	"Kraus's Deadly Mistake" 	John Rich 	Rich Reinhart 	February 5, 1982 	
Kraus tries to live life to the absolute fullest after she gets the idea that she only has six months to live. 	Kraus tries to live life to the absolute fullest after she gets the idea that she only has six months to live. 	Kraus tries to live life to the absolute fullest after she gets the idea that she only has six months to live. 	Kraus tries to live life to the absolute fullest after she gets the idea that she only has six months to live. 	Kraus tries to live life to the absolute fullest after she gets the idea that she only has six months to live. 	Kraus tries to live life to the absolute fullest after she gets the idea that she only has six months to live. 	Kraus tries to live life to the absolute fullest after she gets the idea that she only has six months to live.
58 	12 	"Sweet Irish Rose" 	John Rich 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	February 12, 1982 	
Former Governor Mulligan pays his successor a visit, bringing his attractive niece. Clayton is taken with her beauty and tries to ingratiate himself with her. 	Former Governor Mulligan pays his successor a visit, bringing his attractive niece. Clayton is taken with her beauty and tries to ingratiate himself with her. 	Former Governor Mulligan pays his successor a visit, bringing his attractive niece. Clayton is taken with her beauty and tries to ingratiate himself with her. 	Former Governor Mulligan pays his successor a visit, bringing his attractive niece. Clayton is taken with her beauty and tries to ingratiate himself with her. 	Former Governor Mulligan pays his successor a visit, bringing his attractive niece. Clayton is taken with her beauty and tries to ingratiate himself with her. 	Former Governor Mulligan pays his successor a visit, bringing his attractive niece. Clayton is taken with her beauty and tries to ingratiate himself with her. 	Former Governor Mulligan pays his successor a visit, bringing his attractive niece. Clayton is taken with her beauty and tries to ingratiate himself with her.
59 	13 	"Street Gangs" 	John Rich 	David Langston Smyrl 	February 19, 1982 	
Benson tries to help a street gang stay out of trouble by suggesting they bid for a job with the city. 	Benson tries to help a street gang stay out of trouble by suggesting they bid for a job with the city. 	Benson tries to help a street gang stay out of trouble by suggesting they bid for a job with the city. 	Benson tries to help a street gang stay out of trouble by suggesting they bid for a job with the city. 	Benson tries to help a street gang stay out of trouble by suggesting they bid for a job with the city. 	Benson tries to help a street gang stay out of trouble by suggesting they bid for a job with the city. 	Benson tries to help a street gang stay out of trouble by suggesting they bid for a job with the city.
60 	14 	"Katie's Romance" 	Linda Day 	David Langston Smyrl 	February 26, 1982 	
Katie starts to have romantic feelings for Pete after he accompanies her to a gymnastics meet. 	Katie starts to have romantic feelings for Pete after he accompanies her to a gymnastics meet. 	Katie starts to have romantic feelings for Pete after he accompanies her to a gymnastics meet. 	Katie starts to have romantic feelings for Pete after he accompanies her to a gymnastics meet. 	Katie starts to have romantic feelings for Pete after he accompanies her to a gymnastics meet. 	Katie starts to have romantic feelings for Pete after he accompanies her to a gymnastics meet. 	Katie starts to have romantic feelings for Pete after he accompanies her to a gymnastics meet.
61 	15 	"Clayton's Condo" 	John Rich 	Rich Reinhart 	March 5, 1982 	
Clayton invests in a condominium. 	Clayton invests in a condominium. 	Clayton invests in a condominium. 	Clayton invests in a condominium. 	Clayton invests in a condominium. 	Clayton invests in a condominium. 	Clayton invests in a condominium.
62 	16 	"Getting Even" 	John Rich 	Ralph Phillips 	March 12, 1982 	
A wealthy investor pressures Denise for sexual favors. 	A wealthy investor pressures Denise for sexual favors. 	A wealthy investor pressures Denise for sexual favors. 	A wealthy investor pressures Denise for sexual favors. 	A wealthy investor pressures Denise for sexual favors. 	A wealthy investor pressures Denise for sexual favors. 	A wealthy investor pressures Denise for sexual favors.
63 	17 	"Pete the Hero" 	John Rich 	Story by : Russ Woody 
Teleplay by : Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	March 19, 1982 	
Pete damages a car he borrowed from Benson. 	Pete damages a car he borrowed from Benson. 	Pete damages a car he borrowed from Benson. 	Pete damages a car he borrowed from Benson. 	Pete damages a car he borrowed from Benson. 	Pete damages a car he borrowed from Benson. 	Pete damages a car he borrowed from Benson.
64 	18 	"In the Red" 	John Rich 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	March 26, 1982 	
Benson has his tax records stolen just days before his audit with the IRS. Scatman Crothers guest stars. 	Benson has his tax records stolen just days before his audit with the IRS. Scatman Crothers guest stars. 	Benson has his tax records stolen just days before his audit with the IRS. Scatman Crothers guest stars. 	Benson has his tax records stolen just days before his audit with the IRS. Scatman Crothers guest stars. 	Benson has his tax records stolen just days before his audit with the IRS. Scatman Crothers guest stars. 	Benson has his tax records stolen just days before his audit with the IRS. Scatman Crothers guest stars. 	Benson has his tax records stolen just days before his audit with the IRS. Scatman Crothers guest stars.
65 	19 	"Teed Off" 	John Rich 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	April 2, 1982 	
Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Pete are at each other's throats after playing a round of golf together. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Pete are at each other's throats after playing a round of golf together. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Pete are at each other's throats after playing a round of golf together. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Pete are at each other's throats after playing a round of golf together. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Pete are at each other's throats after playing a round of golf together. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Pete are at each other's throats after playing a round of golf together. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Pete are at each other's throats after playing a round of golf together.
66 	20 	"The Party's Over" 	John Rich 	Rich Reinhart 	April 30, 1982 	
The Governor learns a lot about dirty politics when his party won't support his renomination. Percy Rodriguez guest stars. 	The Governor learns a lot about dirty politics when his party won't support his renomination. Percy Rodriguez guest stars. 	The Governor learns a lot about dirty politics when his party won't support his renomination. Percy Rodriguez guest stars. 	The Governor learns a lot about dirty politics when his party won't support his renomination. Percy Rodriguez guest stars. 	The Governor learns a lot about dirty politics when his party won't support his renomination. Percy Rodriguez guest stars. 	The Governor learns a lot about dirty politics when his party won't support his renomination. Percy Rodriguez guest stars. 	The Governor learns a lot about dirty politics when his party won't support his renomination. Percy Rodriguez guest stars.
67 	21 	"The Lumber Mill" 	John Rich 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	May 7, 1982 	
After visiting his old lumber mill, the Governor decides to run for re-election as an independent. 	After visiting his old lumber mill, the Governor decides to run for re-election as an independent. 	After visiting his old lumber mill, the Governor decides to run for re-election as an independent. 	After visiting his old lumber mill, the Governor decides to run for re-election as an independent. 	After visiting his old lumber mill, the Governor decides to run for re-election as an independent. 	After visiting his old lumber mill, the Governor decides to run for re-election as an independent. 	After visiting his old lumber mill, the Governor decides to run for re-election as an independent.
68 	22 	"Black Tuesday" 	John Rich 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	May 14, 1982 	
The Governor's campaign comes to a hectic close: he appears to have lost. 	The Governor's campaign comes to a hectic close: he appears to have lost. 	The Governor's campaign comes to a hectic close: he appears to have lost. 	The Governor's campaign comes to a hectic close: he appears to have lost. 	The Governor's campaign comes to a hectic close: he appears to have lost. 	The Governor's campaign comes to a hectic close: he appears to have lost. 	The Governor's campaign comes to a hectic close: he appears to have lost.
=== Season 4 (1982–83) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	
69–70 	1–2 	"Death in a Funny Position" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	October 22, 1982 	
A yacht cruise becomes a murder mystery when the owner of the boat is stabbed to death. More murders are committed on the yacht, but Benson manages to catch the killer and save the day. Ron Carey, Michael Constantine, Lynda Day George, Tab Hunter, and Keene Curtis guest star.	A yacht cruise becomes a murder mystery when the owner of the boat is stabbed to death. More murders are committed on the yacht, but Benson manages to catch the killer and save the day. Ron Carey, Michael Constantine, Lynda Day George, Tab Hunter, and Keene Curtis guest star.	A yacht cruise becomes a murder mystery when the owner of the boat is stabbed to death. More murders are committed on the yacht, but Benson manages to catch the killer and save the day. Ron Carey, Michael Constantine, Lynda Day George, Tab Hunter, and Keene Curtis guest star.	A yacht cruise becomes a murder mystery when the owner of the boat is stabbed to death. More murders are committed on the yacht, but Benson manages to catch the killer and save the day. Ron Carey, Michael Constantine, Lynda Day George, Tab Hunter, and Keene Curtis guest star.	A yacht cruise becomes a murder mystery when the owner of the boat is stabbed to death. More murders are committed on the yacht, but Benson manages to catch the killer and save the day. Ron Carey, Michael Constantine, Lynda Day George, Tab Hunter, and Keene Curtis guest star.	A yacht cruise becomes a murder mystery when the owner of the boat is stabbed to death. More murders are committed on the yacht, but Benson manages to catch the killer and save the day. Ron Carey, Michael Constantine, Lynda Day George, Tab Hunter, and Keene Curtis guest star.	A yacht cruise becomes a murder mystery when the owner of the boat is stabbed to death. More murders are committed on the yacht, but Benson manages to catch the killer and save the day. Ron Carey, Michael Constantine, Lynda Day George, Tab Hunter, and Keene Curtis guest star.
71 	3 	"What a Revoltin' Development" 	Bill Foster 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	October 29, 1982 	
While attending a conference in Latin America, Benson and Pete are kidnapped by revolutionaries. 	While attending a conference in Latin America, Benson and Pete are kidnapped by revolutionaries. 	While attending a conference in Latin America, Benson and Pete are kidnapped by revolutionaries. 	While attending a conference in Latin America, Benson and Pete are kidnapped by revolutionaries. 	While attending a conference in Latin America, Benson and Pete are kidnapped by revolutionaries. 	While attending a conference in Latin America, Benson and Pete are kidnapped by revolutionaries. 	While attending a conference in Latin America, Benson and Pete are kidnapped by revolutionaries.
72 	4 	"Thy Brother's Keeper" 	Tony Singletary 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	November 5, 1982 	
Benson's younger brother (Tim Reid) visits him at the same time an important report is due. 	Benson's younger brother (Tim Reid) visits him at the same time an important report is due. 	Benson's younger brother (Tim Reid) visits him at the same time an important report is due. 	Benson's younger brother (Tim Reid) visits him at the same time an important report is due. 	Benson's younger brother (Tim Reid) visits him at the same time an important report is due. 	Benson's younger brother (Tim Reid) visits him at the same time an important report is due. 	Benson's younger brother (Tim Reid) visits him at the same time an important report is due.
73 	5 	"Quest for Retire" 	Bill Foster 	Ralph Phillips 	November 12, 1982 	
Charlie, the mansion's gardener, seeks Benson's help to avoid mandatory retirement. Danny Thomas guest stars. 	Charlie, the mansion's gardener, seeks Benson's help to avoid mandatory retirement. Danny Thomas guest stars. 	Charlie, the mansion's gardener, seeks Benson's help to avoid mandatory retirement. Danny Thomas guest stars. 	Charlie, the mansion's gardener, seeks Benson's help to avoid mandatory retirement. Danny Thomas guest stars. 	Charlie, the mansion's gardener, seeks Benson's help to avoid mandatory retirement. Danny Thomas guest stars. 	Charlie, the mansion's gardener, seeks Benson's help to avoid mandatory retirement. Danny Thomas guest stars. 	Charlie, the mansion's gardener, seeks Benson's help to avoid mandatory retirement. Danny Thomas guest stars.
74 	6 	"Teacher's Pest" 	Bill Foster 	Richard Vaczy and Don Hart 	November 19, 1982 	
Kraus must pass an economics test to keep her job. When she finds out that Benson is going to be her teacher, she thinks that it's hopeless. 	Kraus must pass an economics test to keep her job. When she finds out that Benson is going to be her teacher, she thinks that it's hopeless. 	Kraus must pass an economics test to keep her job. When she finds out that Benson is going to be her teacher, she thinks that it's hopeless. 	Kraus must pass an economics test to keep her job. When she finds out that Benson is going to be her teacher, she thinks that it's hopeless. 	Kraus must pass an economics test to keep her job. When she finds out that Benson is going to be her teacher, she thinks that it's hopeless. 	Kraus must pass an economics test to keep her job. When she finds out that Benson is going to be her teacher, she thinks that it's hopeless. 	Kraus must pass an economics test to keep her job. When she finds out that Benson is going to be her teacher, she thinks that it's hopeless.
75 	7 	"Benson's Army Reunion" 	Bill Foster 	Ralph Phillips 	November 26, 1982 	
Benson holds an army reunion. Envy surfaces when Kim, a Korean kid the group befriended during the war, turns out to have become a multi-millionaire. 	Benson holds an army reunion. Envy surfaces when Kim, a Korean kid the group befriended during the war, turns out to have become a multi-millionaire. 	Benson holds an army reunion. Envy surfaces when Kim, a Korean kid the group befriended during the war, turns out to have become a multi-millionaire. 	Benson holds an army reunion. Envy surfaces when Kim, a Korean kid the group befriended during the war, turns out to have become a multi-millionaire. 	Benson holds an army reunion. Envy surfaces when Kim, a Korean kid the group befriended during the war, turns out to have become a multi-millionaire. 	Benson holds an army reunion. Envy surfaces when Kim, a Korean kid the group befriended during the war, turns out to have become a multi-millionaire. 	Benson holds an army reunion. Envy surfaces when Kim, a Korean kid the group befriended during the war, turns out to have become a multi-millionaire.
76 	8 	"Benson's New Home" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Colleary 	December 3, 1982 	
Benson buys a house from a shady salesman and tries to get him to renovate it. Barney Martin guest stars. 	Benson buys a house from a shady salesman and tries to get him to renovate it. Barney Martin guest stars. 	Benson buys a house from a shady salesman and tries to get him to renovate it. Barney Martin guest stars. 	Benson buys a house from a shady salesman and tries to get him to renovate it. Barney Martin guest stars. 	Benson buys a house from a shady salesman and tries to get him to renovate it. Barney Martin guest stars. 	Benson buys a house from a shady salesman and tries to get him to renovate it. Barney Martin guest stars. 	Benson buys a house from a shady salesman and tries to get him to renovate it. Barney Martin guest stars.
77 	9 	"Crimes of the Hearth" 	Bill Foster 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	December 10, 1982 	
When Benson's condo is burglarized, he finds out that it won't be easy to catch the crooks. George Murdock guest stars. 	When Benson's condo is burglarized, he finds out that it won't be easy to catch the crooks. George Murdock guest stars. 	When Benson's condo is burglarized, he finds out that it won't be easy to catch the crooks. George Murdock guest stars. 	When Benson's condo is burglarized, he finds out that it won't be easy to catch the crooks. George Murdock guest stars. 	When Benson's condo is burglarized, he finds out that it won't be easy to catch the crooks. George Murdock guest stars. 	When Benson's condo is burglarized, he finds out that it won't be easy to catch the crooks. George Murdock guest stars. 	When Benson's condo is burglarized, he finds out that it won't be easy to catch the crooks. George Murdock guest stars.
78 	10 	"Mary and Her Lambs" 	Rob Dames 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	December 17, 1982 	
It's Christmastime and Benson helps an assistant cook keep her foster children. 	It's Christmastime and Benson helps an assistant cook keep her foster children. 	It's Christmastime and Benson helps an assistant cook keep her foster children. 	It's Christmastime and Benson helps an assistant cook keep her foster children. 	It's Christmastime and Benson helps an assistant cook keep her foster children. 	It's Christmastime and Benson helps an assistant cook keep her foster children. 	It's Christmastime and Benson helps an assistant cook keep her foster children.
79 	11 	"Pen Pal" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	December 31, 1982 	
Kraus's pen pal, an ex-convict, visits her, hoping for a job. 	Kraus's pen pal, an ex-convict, visits her, hoping for a job. 	Kraus's pen pal, an ex-convict, visits her, hoping for a job. 	Kraus's pen pal, an ex-convict, visits her, hoping for a job. 	Kraus's pen pal, an ex-convict, visits her, hoping for a job. 	Kraus's pen pal, an ex-convict, visits her, hoping for a job. 	Kraus's pen pal, an ex-convict, visits her, hoping for a job.
80 	12 	"The Honeymooners" 	Gary Brown 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	January 7, 1983 	
Kraus is about to get married. But when the groom can't make it, Benson stands in as proxy. 	Kraus is about to get married. But when the groom can't make it, Benson stands in as proxy. 	Kraus is about to get married. But when the groom can't make it, Benson stands in as proxy. 	Kraus is about to get married. But when the groom can't make it, Benson stands in as proxy. 	Kraus is about to get married. But when the groom can't make it, Benson stands in as proxy. 	Kraus is about to get married. But when the groom can't make it, Benson stands in as proxy. 	Kraus is about to get married. But when the groom can't make it, Benson stands in as proxy.
81 	13 	"Close Encounters on the Third Hole" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	January 14, 1983 	
While Benson and the Governor are playing golf, a UFO shows up. 	While Benson and the Governor are playing golf, a UFO shows up. 	While Benson and the Governor are playing golf, a UFO shows up. 	While Benson and the Governor are playing golf, a UFO shows up. 	While Benson and the Governor are playing golf, a UFO shows up. 	While Benson and the Governor are playing golf, a UFO shows up. 	While Benson and the Governor are playing golf, a UFO shows up.
82 	14 	"Katie's Boyfriend" 	Mark Warren 	Bob Colleary 	January 21, 1983 	
The Governor allows Katie to go on her first date. 	The Governor allows Katie to go on her first date. 	The Governor allows Katie to go on her first date. 	The Governor allows Katie to go on her first date. 	The Governor allows Katie to go on her first date. 	The Governor allows Katie to go on her first date. 	The Governor allows Katie to go on her first date.
83 	15 	"The Royal Painting" 	Bill Foster 	Joan Brooker & Nancy Eddo 	January 28, 1983 	
A former street gang is hired to paint the mansion in preparation for a visit from the Queen of England. 	A former street gang is hired to paint the mansion in preparation for a visit from the Queen of England. 	A former street gang is hired to paint the mansion in preparation for a visit from the Queen of England. 	A former street gang is hired to paint the mansion in preparation for a visit from the Queen of England. 	A former street gang is hired to paint the mansion in preparation for a visit from the Queen of England. 	A former street gang is hired to paint the mansion in preparation for a visit from the Queen of England. 	A former street gang is hired to paint the mansion in preparation for a visit from the Queen of England.
84 	16 	"Boys Night Out" 	Bill Foster 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	February 4, 1983 	
The men come to Benson's house to swap stories, play cards, and watch TV. 	The men come to Benson's house to swap stories, play cards, and watch TV. 	The men come to Benson's house to swap stories, play cards, and watch TV. 	The men come to Benson's house to swap stories, play cards, and watch TV. 	The men come to Benson's house to swap stories, play cards, and watch TV. 	The men come to Benson's house to swap stories, play cards, and watch TV. 	The men come to Benson's house to swap stories, play cards, and watch TV.
85 	17 	"Family Tree" 	Bill Foster 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	February 18, 1983 	
Benson and Clayton learn that they might be related to each other. 	Benson and Clayton learn that they might be related to each other. 	Benson and Clayton learn that they might be related to each other. 	Benson and Clayton learn that they might be related to each other. 	Benson and Clayton learn that they might be related to each other. 	Benson and Clayton learn that they might be related to each other. 	Benson and Clayton learn that they might be related to each other.
86 	18 	"Calamity Kraus" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	February 25, 1983 	
Kraus pretends to be a wealthy heiress to keep a manufacturing plant in the state. 	Kraus pretends to be a wealthy heiress to keep a manufacturing plant in the state. 	Kraus pretends to be a wealthy heiress to keep a manufacturing plant in the state. 	Kraus pretends to be a wealthy heiress to keep a manufacturing plant in the state. 	Kraus pretends to be a wealthy heiress to keep a manufacturing plant in the state. 	Kraus pretends to be a wealthy heiress to keep a manufacturing plant in the state. 	Kraus pretends to be a wealthy heiress to keep a manufacturing plant in the state.
87 	19 	"Kraus Sings the Blues" 	Bill Foster 	Barry Fanaro& Mort Nathan 	March 4, 1983 	
Benson hosts a telethon; when other acts cancel, he lets Kraus sing. 	Benson hosts a telethon; when other acts cancel, he lets Kraus sing. 	Benson hosts a telethon; when other acts cancel, he lets Kraus sing. 	Benson hosts a telethon; when other acts cancel, he lets Kraus sing. 	Benson hosts a telethon; when other acts cancel, he lets Kraus sing. 	Benson hosts a telethon; when other acts cancel, he lets Kraus sing. 	Benson hosts a telethon; when other acts cancel, he lets Kraus sing.
88 	20 	"Half-Court Trap" 	Bill Foster 	Bill Boulware 	March 11, 1983 	
Benson learns that his nephew, a basketball star, can hardly read or write. 	Benson learns that his nephew, a basketball star, can hardly read or write. 	Benson learns that his nephew, a basketball star, can hardly read or write. 	Benson learns that his nephew, a basketball star, can hardly read or write. 	Benson learns that his nephew, a basketball star, can hardly read or write. 	Benson learns that his nephew, a basketball star, can hardly read or write. 	Benson learns that his nephew, a basketball star, can hardly read or write.
89 	21 	"A View from the Roof" 	Bill Foster 	Barry Fanaro & Mort Nathan 	March 18, 1983 	
Benson and the Governor try putting an antenna on the roof, but the ladder falls and the two get trapped up there. 	Benson and the Governor try putting an antenna on the roof, but the ladder falls and the two get trapped up there. 	Benson and the Governor try putting an antenna on the roof, but the ladder falls and the two get trapped up there. 	Benson and the Governor try putting an antenna on the roof, but the ladder falls and the two get trapped up there. 	Benson and the Governor try putting an antenna on the roof, but the ladder falls and the two get trapped up there. 	Benson and the Governor try putting an antenna on the roof, but the ladder falls and the two get trapped up there. 	Benson and the Governor try putting an antenna on the roof, but the ladder falls and the two get trapped up there.
90 	22 	"Love in a Funny Phase" 	Linda Day 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	March 31, 1983 	
Benson's girlfriend announces she'll date other men. 	Benson's girlfriend announces she'll date other men. 	Benson's girlfriend announces she'll date other men. 	Benson's girlfriend announces she'll date other men. 	Benson's girlfriend announces she'll date other men. 	Benson's girlfriend announces she'll date other men. 	Benson's girlfriend announces she'll date other men.
=== Season 5 (1983–84) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	
91 	1 	"Band of Gold" 	Bill Foster 	Winifred Hervey and Bill Boulware 	September 16, 1983 	
In the fifth-season opener, Denise and Pete are about to get married in the woods. 	In the fifth-season opener, Denise and Pete are about to get married in the woods. 	In the fifth-season opener, Denise and Pete are about to get married in the woods. 	In the fifth-season opener, Denise and Pete are about to get married in the woods. 	In the fifth-season opener, Denise and Pete are about to get married in the woods. 	In the fifth-season opener, Denise and Pete are about to get married in the woods. 	In the fifth-season opener, Denise and Pete are about to get married in the woods.
92 	2 	"Human Element" 	Gary Brown 	Barry Fanaro& Mort Nathan 	September 23, 1983 	
A robot is brought into the mansion, causing discomfort among the staff. 	A robot is brought into the mansion, causing discomfort among the staff. 	A robot is brought into the mansion, causing discomfort among the staff. 	A robot is brought into the mansion, causing discomfort among the staff. 	A robot is brought into the mansion, causing discomfort among the staff. 	A robot is brought into the mansion, causing discomfort among the staff. 	A robot is brought into the mansion, causing discomfort among the staff.
93 	3 	"God, I Need This Job" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	September 30, 1983 	
Everyone thinks that Benson is out of it when he sees, hears, and talks to Jessica Tate's ghost. 	Everyone thinks that Benson is out of it when he sees, hears, and talks to Jessica Tate's ghost. 	Everyone thinks that Benson is out of it when he sees, hears, and talks to Jessica Tate's ghost. 	Everyone thinks that Benson is out of it when he sees, hears, and talks to Jessica Tate's ghost. 	Everyone thinks that Benson is out of it when he sees, hears, and talks to Jessica Tate's ghost. 	Everyone thinks that Benson is out of it when he sees, hears, and talks to Jessica Tate's ghost. 	Everyone thinks that Benson is out of it when he sees, hears, and talks to Jessica Tate's ghost.
94 	4 	"Who's Arnold?" 	Bill Foster 	Winifred Hervey 	October 7, 1983 	
Benson poses as Kraus's husband when her mother visits from Germany. Deborah Pratt guest stars. 	Benson poses as Kraus's husband when her mother visits from Germany. Deborah Pratt guest stars. 	Benson poses as Kraus's husband when her mother visits from Germany. Deborah Pratt guest stars. 	Benson poses as Kraus's husband when her mother visits from Germany. Deborah Pratt guest stars. 	Benson poses as Kraus's husband when her mother visits from Germany. Deborah Pratt guest stars. 	Benson poses as Kraus's husband when her mother visits from Germany. Deborah Pratt guest stars. 	Benson poses as Kraus's husband when her mother visits from Germany. Deborah Pratt guest stars.
95 	5 	"Full Court Press" 	Katherine Helmond 	Bill Boulware 	October 21, 1983 	
Katie is assigned to write a report about what goes on in the mansion, resulting in Clayton's lawsuit against Benson for defamation. 	Katie is assigned to write a report about what goes on in the mansion, resulting in Clayton's lawsuit against Benson for defamation. 	Katie is assigned to write a report about what goes on in the mansion, resulting in Clayton's lawsuit against Benson for defamation. 	Katie is assigned to write a report about what goes on in the mansion, resulting in Clayton's lawsuit against Benson for defamation. 	Katie is assigned to write a report about what goes on in the mansion, resulting in Clayton's lawsuit against Benson for defamation. 	Katie is assigned to write a report about what goes on in the mansion, resulting in Clayton's lawsuit against Benson for defamation. 	Katie is assigned to write a report about what goes on in the mansion, resulting in Clayton's lawsuit against Benson for defamation.
96 	6 	"Down the Drain" 	Bill Foster 	Barry Fanaro & Mort Nathan 	October 28, 1983 	
Plumbing problems at Benson's flat cause him to call a crotchety old workman to fix his sink. But something unexpected happens to the plumber. 	Plumbing problems at Benson's flat cause him to call a crotchety old workman to fix his sink. But something unexpected happens to the plumber. 	Plumbing problems at Benson's flat cause him to call a crotchety old workman to fix his sink. But something unexpected happens to the plumber. 	Plumbing problems at Benson's flat cause him to call a crotchety old workman to fix his sink. But something unexpected happens to the plumber. 	Plumbing problems at Benson's flat cause him to call a crotchety old workman to fix his sink. But something unexpected happens to the plumber. 	Plumbing problems at Benson's flat cause him to call a crotchety old workman to fix his sink. But something unexpected happens to the plumber. 	Plumbing problems at Benson's flat cause him to call a crotchety old workman to fix his sink. But something unexpected happens to the plumber.
97 	7 	"It Ain't Sheik" 	Bill Foster 	Story by : Ralph Phillips 
Teleplay by : Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	November 4, 1983 	
Benson gets the annoying assignments of persuading a sheik to alter his plans for a multi-million dollar headquarter complex, and of stopping the sheik's passionate advances toward Kraus. Bob Fraser guest stars.	Benson gets the annoying assignments of persuading a sheik to alter his plans for a multi-million dollar headquarter complex, and of stopping the sheik's passionate advances toward Kraus. Bob Fraser guest stars.	Benson gets the annoying assignments of persuading a sheik to alter his plans for a multi-million dollar headquarter complex, and of stopping the sheik's passionate advances toward Kraus. Bob Fraser guest stars.	Benson gets the annoying assignments of persuading a sheik to alter his plans for a multi-million dollar headquarter complex, and of stopping the sheik's passionate advances toward Kraus. Bob Fraser guest stars.	Benson gets the annoying assignments of persuading a sheik to alter his plans for a multi-million dollar headquarter complex, and of stopping the sheik's passionate advances toward Kraus. Bob Fraser guest stars.	Benson gets the annoying assignments of persuading a sheik to alter his plans for a multi-million dollar headquarter complex, and of stopping the sheik's passionate advances toward Kraus. Bob Fraser guest stars.	Benson gets the annoying assignments of persuading a sheik to alter his plans for a multi-million dollar headquarter complex, and of stopping the sheik's passionate advances toward Kraus. Bob Fraser guest stars.
98 	8 	"You Can't Give It Away" 	Rob Dames 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	November 11, 1983 	
Benson wins the state lottery. 	Benson wins the state lottery. 	Benson wins the state lottery. 	Benson wins the state lottery. 	Benson wins the state lottery. 	Benson wins the state lottery. 	Benson wins the state lottery.
99 	9 	"Katie's Cookies" 	Bill Foster 	Barry Fanaro & Mort Nathan 	November 18, 1983 	
Benson helps Katie to win a cookie contest while he's supposed to be testifying against the mob. William Smith guest stars. 	Benson helps Katie to win a cookie contest while he's supposed to be testifying against the mob. William Smith guest stars. 	Benson helps Katie to win a cookie contest while he's supposed to be testifying against the mob. William Smith guest stars. 	Benson helps Katie to win a cookie contest while he's supposed to be testifying against the mob. William Smith guest stars. 	Benson helps Katie to win a cookie contest while he's supposed to be testifying against the mob. William Smith guest stars. 	Benson helps Katie to win a cookie contest while he's supposed to be testifying against the mob. William Smith guest stars. 	Benson helps Katie to win a cookie contest while he's supposed to be testifying against the mob. William Smith guest stars.
100 	10 	"Labor Pains" 	Gary Brown 	Bill Boulware 	November 25, 1983 	
While Benson's neighbor is trapped in a snowstorm, Benson must take care of his baby. 	While Benson's neighbor is trapped in a snowstorm, Benson must take care of his baby. 	While Benson's neighbor is trapped in a snowstorm, Benson must take care of his baby. 	While Benson's neighbor is trapped in a snowstorm, Benson must take care of his baby. 	While Benson's neighbor is trapped in a snowstorm, Benson must take care of his baby. 	While Benson's neighbor is trapped in a snowstorm, Benson must take care of his baby. 	While Benson's neighbor is trapped in a snowstorm, Benson must take care of his baby.
101 	11 	"Unlisted Love" 	Gary Brown 	Winifred Hervey 	December 2, 1983 	
The Governor meets again the woman (Arlene Golonka) he had a crush on in high school. 	The Governor meets again the woman (Arlene Golonka) he had a crush on in high school. 	The Governor meets again the woman (Arlene Golonka) he had a crush on in high school. 	The Governor meets again the woman (Arlene Golonka) he had a crush on in high school. 	The Governor meets again the woman (Arlene Golonka) he had a crush on in high school. 	The Governor meets again the woman (Arlene Golonka) he had a crush on in high school. 	The Governor meets again the woman (Arlene Golonka) he had a crush on in high school.
102 	12 	"The Governor's Brain Is Missing" 	Bill Foster 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	December 16, 1983 	
Army operatives replace Governor Gatling with a double. 	Army operatives replace Governor Gatling with a double. 	Army operatives replace Governor Gatling with a double. 	Army operatives replace Governor Gatling with a double. 	Army operatives replace Governor Gatling with a double. 	Army operatives replace Governor Gatling with a double. 	Army operatives replace Governor Gatling with a double.
103 	13 	"A Real Gone Daddy" 	Ellen Falcon 	Daryl G. Nickens 	December 23, 1983 	
Benson receives an honorary degree at Pete’s alma mater, but the festivities take a strange turn when nostalgia transforms Pete into the coffeehouse poet he used to be. Vincent Schiavelli guest stars. 	Benson receives an honorary degree at Pete’s alma mater, but the festivities take a strange turn when nostalgia transforms Pete into the coffeehouse poet he used to be. Vincent Schiavelli guest stars. 	Benson receives an honorary degree at Pete’s alma mater, but the festivities take a strange turn when nostalgia transforms Pete into the coffeehouse poet he used to be. Vincent Schiavelli guest stars. 	Benson receives an honorary degree at Pete’s alma mater, but the festivities take a strange turn when nostalgia transforms Pete into the coffeehouse poet he used to be. Vincent Schiavelli guest stars. 	Benson receives an honorary degree at Pete’s alma mater, but the festivities take a strange turn when nostalgia transforms Pete into the coffeehouse poet he used to be. Vincent Schiavelli guest stars. 	Benson receives an honorary degree at Pete’s alma mater, but the festivities take a strange turn when nostalgia transforms Pete into the coffeehouse poet he used to be. Vincent Schiavelli guest stars. 	Benson receives an honorary degree at Pete’s alma mater, but the festivities take a strange turn when nostalgia transforms Pete into the coffeehouse poet he used to be. Vincent Schiavelli guest stars.
104 	14 	"Too Pooped to Pip" 	Gary Brown & Mark Warren 	Winifred Hervey 	January 6, 1984 	
Benson tries hard to get Gladys Knight and the Pips to perform at a telethon. 	Benson tries hard to get Gladys Knight and the Pips to perform at a telethon. 	Benson tries hard to get Gladys Knight and the Pips to perform at a telethon. 	Benson tries hard to get Gladys Knight and the Pips to perform at a telethon. 	Benson tries hard to get Gladys Knight and the Pips to perform at a telethon. 	Benson tries hard to get Gladys Knight and the Pips to perform at a telethon. 	Benson tries hard to get Gladys Knight and the Pips to perform at a telethon.
105 	15 	"In All the Wrong Places" 	Gary Brown 	Bill Boulware 	January 13, 1984 	
Katie’s school chum, Winston, starts a campaign to get his widowed mother and Benson to the altar. 	Katie’s school chum, Winston, starts a campaign to get his widowed mother and Benson to the altar. 	Katie’s school chum, Winston, starts a campaign to get his widowed mother and Benson to the altar. 	Katie’s school chum, Winston, starts a campaign to get his widowed mother and Benson to the altar. 	Katie’s school chum, Winston, starts a campaign to get his widowed mother and Benson to the altar. 	Katie’s school chum, Winston, starts a campaign to get his widowed mother and Benson to the altar. 	Katie’s school chum, Winston, starts a campaign to get his widowed mother and Benson to the altar.
106 	16 	"Embarrassing Moments" 	Bill Foster 	Debra Frank & Scott Rubenstein 	January 20, 1984 	
Benson is named Citywide Magazine's "Bachelor of the Month," but the female response threatens his romance with the photographer. 	Benson is named Citywide Magazine's "Bachelor of the Month," but the female response threatens his romance with the photographer. 	Benson is named Citywide Magazine's "Bachelor of the Month," but the female response threatens his romance with the photographer. 	Benson is named Citywide Magazine's "Bachelor of the Month," but the female response threatens his romance with the photographer. 	Benson is named Citywide Magazine's "Bachelor of the Month," but the female response threatens his romance with the photographer. 	Benson is named Citywide Magazine's "Bachelor of the Month," but the female response threatens his romance with the photographer. 	Benson is named Citywide Magazine's "Bachelor of the Month," but the female response threatens his romance with the photographer.
107 	17 	"Take My Life, Please" 	Gary Brown 	Barry Fanaro & Mort Nathan 	January 27, 1984 	
When the visiting President orders a security check of all the employees at the mansion, Benson is labeled a spy. 	When the visiting President orders a security check of all the employees at the mansion, Benson is labeled a spy. 	When the visiting President orders a security check of all the employees at the mansion, Benson is labeled a spy. 	When the visiting President orders a security check of all the employees at the mansion, Benson is labeled a spy. 	When the visiting President orders a security check of all the employees at the mansion, Benson is labeled a spy. 	When the visiting President orders a security check of all the employees at the mansion, Benson is labeled a spy. 	When the visiting President orders a security check of all the employees at the mansion, Benson is labeled a spy.
108 	18 	"Beauty and the Beef" 	Bill Foster 	Winifred Hervey 	February 3, 1984 	
When Benson judges a beauty pageant, Clayton and Governor Gatling try to sway the vote in their directions. 	When Benson judges a beauty pageant, Clayton and Governor Gatling try to sway the vote in their directions. 	When Benson judges a beauty pageant, Clayton and Governor Gatling try to sway the vote in their directions. 	When Benson judges a beauty pageant, Clayton and Governor Gatling try to sway the vote in their directions. 	When Benson judges a beauty pageant, Clayton and Governor Gatling try to sway the vote in their directions. 	When Benson judges a beauty pageant, Clayton and Governor Gatling try to sway the vote in their directions. 	When Benson judges a beauty pageant, Clayton and Governor Gatling try to sway the vote in their directions.
109 	19 	"We Deliver" 	Bill Foster 	Bill Boulware 	February 24, 1984 	
While Denise is about to give birth, Denise, Benson, and the Governor get stuck in an elevator. 	While Denise is about to give birth, Denise, Benson, and the Governor get stuck in an elevator. 	While Denise is about to give birth, Denise, Benson, and the Governor get stuck in an elevator. 	While Denise is about to give birth, Denise, Benson, and the Governor get stuck in an elevator. 	While Denise is about to give birth, Denise, Benson, and the Governor get stuck in an elevator. 	While Denise is about to give birth, Denise, Benson, and the Governor get stuck in an elevator. 	While Denise is about to give birth, Denise, Benson, and the Governor get stuck in an elevator.
110 	20 	"The Endicott Dynasty" 	Bill Foster 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	March 2, 1984 	
Clayton gets upset when his father (Stephen Elliott) chooses Benson to run his business empire upon his death. 	Clayton gets upset when his father (Stephen Elliott) chooses Benson to run his business empire upon his death. 	Clayton gets upset when his father (Stephen Elliott) chooses Benson to run his business empire upon his death. 	Clayton gets upset when his father (Stephen Elliott) chooses Benson to run his business empire upon his death. 	Clayton gets upset when his father (Stephen Elliott) chooses Benson to run his business empire upon his death. 	Clayton gets upset when his father (Stephen Elliott) chooses Benson to run his business empire upon his death. 	Clayton gets upset when his father (Stephen Elliott) chooses Benson to run his business empire upon his death.
111 	21 	"The Little Hotel That Could" 	Katherine Helmond 	Robin Pennington 	March 9, 1984 	
Kraus nags Benson into joining her to save an old hotel from being torn down. 	Kraus nags Benson into joining her to save an old hotel from being torn down. 	Kraus nags Benson into joining her to save an old hotel from being torn down. 	Kraus nags Benson into joining her to save an old hotel from being torn down. 	Kraus nags Benson into joining her to save an old hotel from being torn down. 	Kraus nags Benson into joining her to save an old hotel from being torn down. 	Kraus nags Benson into joining her to save an old hotel from being torn down.
112 	22 	"Let's Play Doctor" 	Gary Brown 	Barry Fanaro & Mort Nathan 	May 4, 1984 	
Benson learns that a crusty old doctor, up for the governor's Humanitarian Award, does not have a medical license. 	Benson learns that a crusty old doctor, up for the governor's Humanitarian Award, does not have a medical license. 	Benson learns that a crusty old doctor, up for the governor's Humanitarian Award, does not have a medical license. 	Benson learns that a crusty old doctor, up for the governor's Humanitarian Award, does not have a medical license. 	Benson learns that a crusty old doctor, up for the governor's Humanitarian Award, does not have a medical license. 	Benson learns that a crusty old doctor, up for the governor's Humanitarian Award, does not have a medical license. 	Benson learns that a crusty old doctor, up for the governor's Humanitarian Award, does not have a medical license.
=== Season 6 (1984–85) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	
113 	1 	"The Scandal" 	Gary Brown 	Barry Fanaro& Mort Nathan 	September 21, 1984 	
While going undercover, Benson learns that the lieutenant governor is accepting bribes from a construction company. Susan Ruttan guest stars. 	While going undercover, Benson learns that the lieutenant governor is accepting bribes from a construction company. Susan Ruttan guest stars. 	While going undercover, Benson learns that the lieutenant governor is accepting bribes from a construction company. Susan Ruttan guest stars. 	While going undercover, Benson learns that the lieutenant governor is accepting bribes from a construction company. Susan Ruttan guest stars. 	While going undercover, Benson learns that the lieutenant governor is accepting bribes from a construction company. Susan Ruttan guest stars. 	While going undercover, Benson learns that the lieutenant governor is accepting bribes from a construction company. Susan Ruttan guest stars. 	While going undercover, Benson learns that the lieutenant governor is accepting bribes from a construction company. Susan Ruttan guest stars.
114 	2 	"The Inheritance" 	Gary Brown 	Kathy Speer & Terry Grossman 	September 28, 1984 	
Benson finds it hard to believe that he is the sole heir to the Playbird magazine empire. Penny Baker and Joel Brooks guest star. 	Benson finds it hard to believe that he is the sole heir to the Playbird magazine empire. Penny Baker and Joel Brooks guest star. 	Benson finds it hard to believe that he is the sole heir to the Playbird magazine empire. Penny Baker and Joel Brooks guest star. 	Benson finds it hard to believe that he is the sole heir to the Playbird magazine empire. Penny Baker and Joel Brooks guest star. 	Benson finds it hard to believe that he is the sole heir to the Playbird magazine empire. Penny Baker and Joel Brooks guest star. 	Benson finds it hard to believe that he is the sole heir to the Playbird magazine empire. Penny Baker and Joel Brooks guest star. 	Benson finds it hard to believe that he is the sole heir to the Playbird magazine empire. Penny Baker and Joel Brooks guest star.
115 	3 	"Let's Get Physical" 	Bill Foster 	Robin Pennington 	October 12, 1984 	
Benson's pleasure turns to panic when the attractive doctor (Jayne Kennedy) who conducted his physical wants to meet with him to discuss the results. 	Benson's pleasure turns to panic when the attractive doctor (Jayne Kennedy) who conducted his physical wants to meet with him to discuss the results. 	Benson's pleasure turns to panic when the attractive doctor (Jayne Kennedy) who conducted his physical wants to meet with him to discuss the results. 	Benson's pleasure turns to panic when the attractive doctor (Jayne Kennedy) who conducted his physical wants to meet with him to discuss the results. 	Benson's pleasure turns to panic when the attractive doctor (Jayne Kennedy) who conducted his physical wants to meet with him to discuss the results. 	Benson's pleasure turns to panic when the attractive doctor (Jayne Kennedy) who conducted his physical wants to meet with him to discuss the results. 	Benson's pleasure turns to panic when the attractive doctor (Jayne Kennedy) who conducted his physical wants to meet with him to discuss the results.
116 	4 	"The Campaign" 	Gary Brown 	Bill Boulware 	October 19, 1984 	
After Benson decides to run for lieutenant governor, he learns that a major supporter expects to be repaid with political favors. Dick Sargent guest stars. 	After Benson decides to run for lieutenant governor, he learns that a major supporter expects to be repaid with political favors. Dick Sargent guest stars. 	After Benson decides to run for lieutenant governor, he learns that a major supporter expects to be repaid with political favors. Dick Sargent guest stars. 	After Benson decides to run for lieutenant governor, he learns that a major supporter expects to be repaid with political favors. Dick Sargent guest stars. 	After Benson decides to run for lieutenant governor, he learns that a major supporter expects to be repaid with political favors. Dick Sargent guest stars. 	After Benson decides to run for lieutenant governor, he learns that a major supporter expects to be repaid with political favors. Dick Sargent guest stars. 	After Benson decides to run for lieutenant governor, he learns that a major supporter expects to be repaid with political favors. Dick Sargent guest stars.
117 	5 	"The Election" 	Gary Brown 	Winifred Hervey 	October 26, 1984 	
Benson's campaign runs out of money. 	Benson's campaign runs out of money. 	Benson's campaign runs out of money. 	Benson's campaign runs out of money. 	Benson's campaign runs out of money. 	Benson's campaign runs out of money. 	Benson's campaign runs out of money.
118 	6 	"Made in Hong Kong: Part 1" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	November 2, 1984 	
Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Kraus go off to Hong Kong, where Clayton is mistaken for a famous designer and kidnapped by a fashion tycoon and her henchmen. Marian Mercer guest stars. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Kraus go off to Hong Kong, where Clayton is mistaken for a famous designer and kidnapped by a fashion tycoon and her henchmen. Marian Mercer guest stars. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Kraus go off to Hong Kong, where Clayton is mistaken for a famous designer and kidnapped by a fashion tycoon and her henchmen. Marian Mercer guest stars. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Kraus go off to Hong Kong, where Clayton is mistaken for a famous designer and kidnapped by a fashion tycoon and her henchmen. Marian Mercer guest stars. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Kraus go off to Hong Kong, where Clayton is mistaken for a famous designer and kidnapped by a fashion tycoon and her henchmen. Marian Mercer guest stars. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Kraus go off to Hong Kong, where Clayton is mistaken for a famous designer and kidnapped by a fashion tycoon and her henchmen. Marian Mercer guest stars. 	Benson, the Governor, Clayton, and Kraus go off to Hong Kong, where Clayton is mistaken for a famous designer and kidnapped by a fashion tycoon and her henchmen. Marian Mercer guest stars.
119 	7 	"Made in Hong Kong: Part 2" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	November 9, 1984 	
Benson, with help from the police, is pursued while trying to rescue the captured Governor and Kraus, who earlier attempted to rescue Clayton from Lady Van Dyne. 	Benson, with help from the police, is pursued while trying to rescue the captured Governor and Kraus, who earlier attempted to rescue Clayton from Lady Van Dyne. 	Benson, with help from the police, is pursued while trying to rescue the captured Governor and Kraus, who earlier attempted to rescue Clayton from Lady Van Dyne. 	Benson, with help from the police, is pursued while trying to rescue the captured Governor and Kraus, who earlier attempted to rescue Clayton from Lady Van Dyne. 	Benson, with help from the police, is pursued while trying to rescue the captured Governor and Kraus, who earlier attempted to rescue Clayton from Lady Van Dyne. 	Benson, with help from the police, is pursued while trying to rescue the captured Governor and Kraus, who earlier attempted to rescue Clayton from Lady Van Dyne. 	Benson, with help from the police, is pursued while trying to rescue the captured Governor and Kraus, who earlier attempted to rescue Clayton from Lady Van Dyne.
120 	8 	"Hello, We Must Be Going" 	Gary Brown 	Bill Boulware 	November 16, 1984 	
Benson plans to name Kraus his assistant, but things go awry when someone with political clout is hired instead. 	Benson plans to name Kraus his assistant, but things go awry when someone with political clout is hired instead. 	Benson plans to name Kraus his assistant, but things go awry when someone with political clout is hired instead. 	Benson plans to name Kraus his assistant, but things go awry when someone with political clout is hired instead. 	Benson plans to name Kraus his assistant, but things go awry when someone with political clout is hired instead. 	Benson plans to name Kraus his assistant, but things go awry when someone with political clout is hired instead. 	Benson plans to name Kraus his assistant, but things go awry when someone with political clout is hired instead.
121 	9 	"Double Date" 	Gilbert Moses 	Story by : Ron Birnbach 
Teleplay by : Ron Birnbach and Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	November 23, 1984 	
Benson fixes Clayton up with a date. 	Benson fixes Clayton up with a date. 	Benson fixes Clayton up with a date. 	Benson fixes Clayton up with a date. 	Benson fixes Clayton up with a date. 	Benson fixes Clayton up with a date. 	Benson fixes Clayton up with a date.
122 	10 	"Taking It to the Max" 	Rob Dames 	Winifred Hervey 	November 30, 1984 	
Benson is shocked when his sister (Vernee Watson-Johnson) ignores his advice to be cautious with her ex-boyfriend. 	Benson is shocked when his sister (Vernee Watson-Johnson) ignores his advice to be cautious with her ex-boyfriend. 	Benson is shocked when his sister (Vernee Watson-Johnson) ignores his advice to be cautious with her ex-boyfriend. 	Benson is shocked when his sister (Vernee Watson-Johnson) ignores his advice to be cautious with her ex-boyfriend. 	Benson is shocked when his sister (Vernee Watson-Johnson) ignores his advice to be cautious with her ex-boyfriend. 	Benson is shocked when his sister (Vernee Watson-Johnson) ignores his advice to be cautious with her ex-boyfriend. 	Benson is shocked when his sister (Vernee Watson-Johnson) ignores his advice to be cautious with her ex-boyfriend.
123 	11 	"The Reunion" 	Gilbert Moses 	Winifred Hervey 	December 7, 1984 	
Benson visits with his brother and uncle, whom he hasn't seen in years. Julius Harris and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Benson visits with his brother and uncle, whom he hasn't seen in years. Julius Harris and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Benson visits with his brother and uncle, whom he hasn't seen in years. Julius Harris and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Benson visits with his brother and uncle, whom he hasn't seen in years. Julius Harris and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Benson visits with his brother and uncle, whom he hasn't seen in years. Julius Harris and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Benson visits with his brother and uncle, whom he hasn't seen in years. Julius Harris and Kene Holliday guest star. 	Benson visits with his brother and uncle, whom he hasn't seen in years. Julius Harris and Kene Holliday guest star.
124 	12 	"Make War, Not Love" 	Katherine Helmond 	Barry Fanaro & Mort Nathan 	December 14, 1984 	
Benson's attendance at a trade conference sets off two nations' declaration of war. 	Benson's attendance at a trade conference sets off two nations' declaration of war. 	Benson's attendance at a trade conference sets off two nations' declaration of war. 	Benson's attendance at a trade conference sets off two nations' declaration of war. 	Benson's attendance at a trade conference sets off two nations' declaration of war. 	Benson's attendance at a trade conference sets off two nations' declaration of war. 	Benson's attendance at a trade conference sets off two nations' declaration of war.
125 	13 	"Home for Christmas" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Colleary 	December 21, 1984 	
While unconscious after tripping and falling, Benson dreams about Christmas with his mother. 	While unconscious after tripping and falling, Benson dreams about Christmas with his mother. 	While unconscious after tripping and falling, Benson dreams about Christmas with his mother. 	While unconscious after tripping and falling, Benson dreams about Christmas with his mother. 	While unconscious after tripping and falling, Benson dreams about Christmas with his mother. 	While unconscious after tripping and falling, Benson dreams about Christmas with his mother. 	While unconscious after tripping and falling, Benson dreams about Christmas with his mother.
126 	14 	"On the Road" 	Bill Foster 	Bill Boulware 	January 11, 1985 	
When Kraus doesn't show up for a while, Benson discovers she has returned to acting. He disguises himself as a limousine driver to try to get her back. Mills Watson guest stars. 	When Kraus doesn't show up for a while, Benson discovers she has returned to acting. He disguises himself as a limousine driver to try to get her back. Mills Watson guest stars. 	When Kraus doesn't show up for a while, Benson discovers she has returned to acting. He disguises himself as a limousine driver to try to get her back. Mills Watson guest stars. 	When Kraus doesn't show up for a while, Benson discovers she has returned to acting. He disguises himself as a limousine driver to try to get her back. Mills Watson guest stars. 	When Kraus doesn't show up for a while, Benson discovers she has returned to acting. He disguises himself as a limousine driver to try to get her back. Mills Watson guest stars. 	When Kraus doesn't show up for a while, Benson discovers she has returned to acting. He disguises himself as a limousine driver to try to get her back. Mills Watson guest stars. 	When Kraus doesn't show up for a while, Benson discovers she has returned to acting. He disguises himself as a limousine driver to try to get her back. Mills Watson guest stars.
127 	15 	"Take This Job and Love It" 	Bill Foster 	Barry Fanaro & Mort Nathan 	January 18, 1985 	
Benson takes on a mayor who plans to outlaw breakdancing in public places. 	Benson takes on a mayor who plans to outlaw breakdancing in public places. 	Benson takes on a mayor who plans to outlaw breakdancing in public places. 	Benson takes on a mayor who plans to outlaw breakdancing in public places. 	Benson takes on a mayor who plans to outlaw breakdancing in public places. 	Benson takes on a mayor who plans to outlaw breakdancing in public places. 	Benson takes on a mayor who plans to outlaw breakdancing in public places.
128 	16 	"Making Change" 	Rob Dames 	Winifred Hervey 	January 25, 1985 	
Benson, the Governor, Kraus, and Clayton talk about people from their pasts who influenced their lives. 	Benson, the Governor, Kraus, and Clayton talk about people from their pasts who influenced their lives. 	Benson, the Governor, Kraus, and Clayton talk about people from their pasts who influenced their lives. 	Benson, the Governor, Kraus, and Clayton talk about people from their pasts who influenced their lives. 	Benson, the Governor, Kraus, and Clayton talk about people from their pasts who influenced their lives. 	Benson, the Governor, Kraus, and Clayton talk about people from their pasts who influenced their lives. 	Benson, the Governor, Kraus, and Clayton talk about people from their pasts who influenced their lives.
129 	17 	"Solid Gold" 	Gary Brown 	Bill Boulware 	February 1, 1985 	
On a trip to Las Vegas, Katie and the Governor do some bonding, Clayton does some gambling, and Benson and Kraus take part in a lounge act. Marty Allen, Ruta Lee, Smothers Brothers, and Bobby Vinton guest star.	On a trip to Las Vegas, Katie and the Governor do some bonding, Clayton does some gambling, and Benson and Kraus take part in a lounge act. Marty Allen, Ruta Lee, Smothers Brothers, and Bobby Vinton guest star.	On a trip to Las Vegas, Katie and the Governor do some bonding, Clayton does some gambling, and Benson and Kraus take part in a lounge act. Marty Allen, Ruta Lee, Smothers Brothers, and Bobby Vinton guest star.	On a trip to Las Vegas, Katie and the Governor do some bonding, Clayton does some gambling, and Benson and Kraus take part in a lounge act. Marty Allen, Ruta Lee, Smothers Brothers, and Bobby Vinton guest star.	On a trip to Las Vegas, Katie and the Governor do some bonding, Clayton does some gambling, and Benson and Kraus take part in a lounge act. Marty Allen, Ruta Lee, Smothers Brothers, and Bobby Vinton guest star.	On a trip to Las Vegas, Katie and the Governor do some bonding, Clayton does some gambling, and Benson and Kraus take part in a lounge act. Marty Allen, Ruta Lee, Smothers Brothers, and Bobby Vinton guest star.	On a trip to Las Vegas, Katie and the Governor do some bonding, Clayton does some gambling, and Benson and Kraus take part in a lounge act. Marty Allen, Ruta Lee, Smothers Brothers, and Bobby Vinton guest star.
130 	18 	"The Oval Office" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	February 8, 1985 	
Called in by President Reagan because of a remark Benson made, Benson and the Governor get trapped in the Oval Office. 	Called in by President Reagan because of a remark Benson made, Benson and the Governor get trapped in the Oval Office. 	Called in by President Reagan because of a remark Benson made, Benson and the Governor get trapped in the Oval Office. 	Called in by President Reagan because of a remark Benson made, Benson and the Governor get trapped in the Oval Office. 	Called in by President Reagan because of a remark Benson made, Benson and the Governor get trapped in the Oval Office. 	Called in by President Reagan because of a remark Benson made, Benson and the Governor get trapped in the Oval Office. 	Called in by President Reagan because of a remark Benson made, Benson and the Governor get trapped in the Oval Office.
131 	19 	"Mid-life Cowboy"
"Mid-life Crisis" 	Gary Brown 	Cherie Eichen & Bill Steinkellner 	February 15, 1985 	
An exhausted Governor Gatling decides to unwind by playing cowboy at a dude ranch. Max Wright guest stars. 	An exhausted Governor Gatling decides to unwind by playing cowboy at a dude ranch. Max Wright guest stars. 	An exhausted Governor Gatling decides to unwind by playing cowboy at a dude ranch. Max Wright guest stars. 	An exhausted Governor Gatling decides to unwind by playing cowboy at a dude ranch. Max Wright guest stars. 	An exhausted Governor Gatling decides to unwind by playing cowboy at a dude ranch. Max Wright guest stars. 	An exhausted Governor Gatling decides to unwind by playing cowboy at a dude ranch. Max Wright guest stars. 	An exhausted Governor Gatling decides to unwind by playing cowboy at a dude ranch. Max Wright guest stars.
132 	20 	"Scenario" 	Rob Dames 	Rob Dames & Bob Fraser 	February 22, 1985 	
Benson, the Governor, and everyone else in the mansion go to the bomb cellar to try to prepare for a nuclear attack. 	Benson, the Governor, and everyone else in the mansion go to the bomb cellar to try to prepare for a nuclear attack. 	Benson, the Governor, and everyone else in the mansion go to the bomb cellar to try to prepare for a nuclear attack. 	Benson, the Governor, and everyone else in the mansion go to the bomb cellar to try to prepare for a nuclear attack. 	Benson, the Governor, and everyone else in the mansion go to the bomb cellar to try to prepare for a nuclear attack. 	Benson, the Governor, and everyone else in the mansion go to the bomb cellar to try to prepare for a nuclear attack. 	Benson, the Governor, and everyone else in the mansion go to the bomb cellar to try to prepare for a nuclear attack.
133 	21 	"Dubois: Portrait of a Politician" 	Rob Dames 	Rob Dames & Bob Fraser 	March 15, 1985 	
While the Governor is away on business, Benson, as acting governor, vetoes a bill that the Governor had agreed to sign. 	While the Governor is away on business, Benson, as acting governor, vetoes a bill that the Governor had agreed to sign. 	While the Governor is away on business, Benson, as acting governor, vetoes a bill that the Governor had agreed to sign. 	While the Governor is away on business, Benson, as acting governor, vetoes a bill that the Governor had agreed to sign. 	While the Governor is away on business, Benson, as acting governor, vetoes a bill that the Governor had agreed to sign. 	While the Governor is away on business, Benson, as acting governor, vetoes a bill that the Governor had agreed to sign. 	While the Governor is away on business, Benson, as acting governor, vetoes a bill that the Governor had agreed to sign.
134 	22 	"Katie's Cousin" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Colleary 	March 22, 1985 	
Katie's cousin Laura (Tracey Gold) persuades Katie to lie to her father about sleeping at a friend's house. Benson sees Katie out at a bar instead. 	Katie's cousin Laura (Tracey Gold) persuades Katie to lie to her father about sleeping at a friend's house. Benson sees Katie out at a bar instead. 	Katie's cousin Laura (Tracey Gold) persuades Katie to lie to her father about sleeping at a friend's house. Benson sees Katie out at a bar instead. 	Katie's cousin Laura (Tracey Gold) persuades Katie to lie to her father about sleeping at a friend's house. Benson sees Katie out at a bar instead. 	Katie's cousin Laura (Tracey Gold) persuades Katie to lie to her father about sleeping at a friend's house. Benson sees Katie out at a bar instead. 	Katie's cousin Laura (Tracey Gold) persuades Katie to lie to her father about sleeping at a friend's house. Benson sees Katie out at a bar instead. 	Katie's cousin Laura (Tracey Gold) persuades Katie to lie to her father about sleeping at a friend's house. Benson sees Katie out at a bar instead.
135 	23 	"The Bookburner" 	Gary Brown 	Bob Colleary 	March 29, 1985 	
Benson's tie-breaking vote on a school bill leads to a major conflict with a powerful senator and to a book-burning. 	Benson's tie-breaking vote on a school bill leads to a major conflict with a powerful senator and to a book-burning. 	Benson's tie-breaking vote on a school bill leads to a major conflict with a powerful senator and to a book-burning. 	Benson's tie-breaking vote on a school bill leads to a major conflict with a powerful senator and to a book-burning. 	Benson's tie-breaking vote on a school bill leads to a major conflict with a powerful senator and to a book-burning. 	Benson's tie-breaking vote on a school bill leads to a major conflict with a powerful senator and to a book-burning. 	Benson's tie-breaking vote on a school bill leads to a major conflict with a powerful senator and to a book-burning.
136 	24 	"Jung at Heart" 	Bob Fraser 	Barry Fanaro & Mort Nathan 	April 5, 1985 	
When Clayton is passed over for Man of the Year in favor of Benson, his mind plays him a trick: he believes he has become Benson. 	When Clayton is passed over for Man of the Year in favor of Benson, his mind plays him a trick: he believes he has become Benson. 	When Clayton is passed over for Man of the Year in favor of Benson, his mind plays him a trick: he believes he has become Benson. 	When Clayton is passed over for Man of the Year in favor of Benson, his mind plays him a trick: he believes he has become Benson. 	When Clayton is passed over for Man of the Year in favor of Benson, his mind plays him a trick: he believes he has become Benson. 	When Clayton is passed over for Man of the Year in favor of Benson, his mind plays him a trick: he believes he has become Benson. 	When Clayton is passed over for Man of the Year in favor of Benson, his mind plays him a trick: he believes he has become Benson.
=== Season 7 (1985–86) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	
137 	1 	"Benson the Hero" 	Rob Dames 	Bob Colleary 	October 4, 1985 	
Benson foils an armed robbery. So the robber's attorney hits him with a civil suit. 	Benson foils an armed robbery. So the robber's attorney hits him with a civil suit. 	Benson foils an armed robbery. So the robber's attorney hits him with a civil suit. 	Benson foils an armed robbery. So the robber's attorney hits him with a civil suit. 	Benson foils an armed robbery. So the robber's attorney hits him with a civil suit. 	Benson foils an armed robbery. So the robber's attorney hits him with a civil suit. 	Benson foils an armed robbery. So the robber's attorney hits him with a civil suit.
138 	2 	"Love and Politics" 	Bill Foster 	Clay Graham& John Donley 	October 11, 1985 	
Benson revisits his romantic relationship with Senator Hartford, but a bill Clayton supports complicates matters. 	Benson revisits his romantic relationship with Senator Hartford, but a bill Clayton supports complicates matters. 	Benson revisits his romantic relationship with Senator Hartford, but a bill Clayton supports complicates matters. 	Benson revisits his romantic relationship with Senator Hartford, but a bill Clayton supports complicates matters. 	Benson revisits his romantic relationship with Senator Hartford, but a bill Clayton supports complicates matters. 	Benson revisits his romantic relationship with Senator Hartford, but a bill Clayton supports complicates matters. 	Benson revisits his romantic relationship with Senator Hartford, but a bill Clayton supports complicates matters.
139 	3 	"Uncle Jack" 	Gary Brown 	Robin Pennington 	October 18, 1985 	
Benson tries to bring the Governor and his brother Jack (Sandy McPeak) together after a 25-year estrangement. 	Benson tries to bring the Governor and his brother Jack (Sandy McPeak) together after a 25-year estrangement. 	Benson tries to bring the Governor and his brother Jack (Sandy McPeak) together after a 25-year estrangement. 	Benson tries to bring the Governor and his brother Jack (Sandy McPeak) together after a 25-year estrangement. 	Benson tries to bring the Governor and his brother Jack (Sandy McPeak) together after a 25-year estrangement. 	Benson tries to bring the Governor and his brother Jack (Sandy McPeak) together after a 25-year estrangement. 	Benson tries to bring the Governor and his brother Jack (Sandy McPeak) together after a 25-year estrangement.
140 	4 	"The Stranger" 	Bill Foster 	Tom Biener & Ron Landry 	October 25, 1985 	
A mysterious stranger lurks around the Governor's mansion on Halloween night. William Marshall guest stars. 	A mysterious stranger lurks around the Governor's mansion on Halloween night. William Marshall guest stars. 	A mysterious stranger lurks around the Governor's mansion on Halloween night. William Marshall guest stars. 	A mysterious stranger lurks around the Governor's mansion on Halloween night. William Marshall guest stars. 	A mysterious stranger lurks around the Governor's mansion on Halloween night. William Marshall guest stars. 	A mysterious stranger lurks around the Governor's mansion on Halloween night. William Marshall guest stars. 	A mysterious stranger lurks around the Governor's mansion on Halloween night. William Marshall guest stars.
141 	5 	"We Spy" 	Bill Foster 	Jurgen Wolff 	November 8, 1985 	
While Benson and Kraus go to East Germany on official business, the two are accused of being spies. Christopher Neame guest stars. 	While Benson and Kraus go to East Germany on official business, the two are accused of being spies. Christopher Neame guest stars. 	While Benson and Kraus go to East Germany on official business, the two are accused of being spies. Christopher Neame guest stars. 	While Benson and Kraus go to East Germany on official business, the two are accused of being spies. Christopher Neame guest stars. 	While Benson and Kraus go to East Germany on official business, the two are accused of being spies. Christopher Neame guest stars. 	While Benson and Kraus go to East Germany on official business, the two are accused of being spies. Christopher Neame guest stars. 	While Benson and Kraus go to East Germany on official business, the two are accused of being spies. Christopher Neame guest stars.
142 	6 	"$1,000,000 an Hour" 	Gary Brown 	Elena Yates & Ken Eulo 	November 15, 1985 	
Benson and Clayton must spend an $8-million surplus before the next fiscal year begins—in mere hours. Martin E. Brooks guest stars. 	Benson and Clayton must spend an $8-million surplus before the next fiscal year begins—in mere hours. Martin E. Brooks guest stars. 	Benson and Clayton must spend an $8-million surplus before the next fiscal year begins—in mere hours. Martin E. Brooks guest stars. 	Benson and Clayton must spend an $8-million surplus before the next fiscal year begins—in mere hours. Martin E. Brooks guest stars. 	Benson and Clayton must spend an $8-million surplus before the next fiscal year begins—in mere hours. Martin E. Brooks guest stars. 	Benson and Clayton must spend an $8-million surplus before the next fiscal year begins—in mere hours. Martin E. Brooks guest stars. 	Benson and Clayton must spend an $8-million surplus before the next fiscal year begins—in mere hours. Martin E. Brooks guest stars.
143 	7 	"Flight of the Dodo: Part 1" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	November 29, 1985 	
On their way to play golf, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton run into danger with Clayton as their helicopter pilot. 	On their way to play golf, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton run into danger with Clayton as their helicopter pilot. 	On their way to play golf, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton run into danger with Clayton as their helicopter pilot. 	On their way to play golf, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton run into danger with Clayton as their helicopter pilot. 	On their way to play golf, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton run into danger with Clayton as their helicopter pilot. 	On their way to play golf, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton run into danger with Clayton as their helicopter pilot. 	On their way to play golf, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton run into danger with Clayton as their helicopter pilot.
144 	8 	"Flight of the Dodo: Part 2" 	Bill Foster 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	December 6, 1985 	
After crash-landing the helicopter in the desert, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton struggle to survive. 	After crash-landing the helicopter in the desert, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton struggle to survive. 	After crash-landing the helicopter in the desert, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton struggle to survive. 	After crash-landing the helicopter in the desert, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton struggle to survive. 	After crash-landing the helicopter in the desert, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton struggle to survive. 	After crash-landing the helicopter in the desert, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton struggle to survive. 	After crash-landing the helicopter in the desert, Benson, the Governor, and Clayton struggle to survive.
145 	9 	"Two Boys and Their Dog" 	Rob Dames 	Don Hart 	December 13, 1985 	
One of Clayton's wacky investment schemes involves a wiener-dog. 	One of Clayton's wacky investment schemes involves a wiener-dog. 	One of Clayton's wacky investment schemes involves a wiener-dog. 	One of Clayton's wacky investment schemes involves a wiener-dog. 	One of Clayton's wacky investment schemes involves a wiener-dog. 	One of Clayton's wacky investment schemes involves a wiener-dog. 	One of Clayton's wacky investment schemes involves a wiener-dog.
146 	10 	"Last Man on Earth" 	Gary Brown 	Tom Biener & Ron Landry 	January 3, 1986 	
After talk about Halley's comet, Kraus dreams that she and Benson are the only ones left on earth. 	After talk about Halley's comet, Kraus dreams that she and Benson are the only ones left on earth. 	After talk about Halley's comet, Kraus dreams that she and Benson are the only ones left on earth. 	After talk about Halley's comet, Kraus dreams that she and Benson are the only ones left on earth. 	After talk about Halley's comet, Kraus dreams that she and Benson are the only ones left on earth. 	After talk about Halley's comet, Kraus dreams that she and Benson are the only ones left on earth. 	After talk about Halley's comet, Kraus dreams that she and Benson are the only ones left on earth.
147 	11 	"Secret Love" 	Bill Foster 	Tom Biener & Ron Landry 	January 18, 1986 	
Clayton's living arrangements create a problem for his confirmation to be the state's budget director. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	Clayton's living arrangements create a problem for his confirmation to be the state's budget director. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	Clayton's living arrangements create a problem for his confirmation to be the state's budget director. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	Clayton's living arrangements create a problem for his confirmation to be the state's budget director. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	Clayton's living arrangements create a problem for his confirmation to be the state's budget director. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	Clayton's living arrangements create a problem for his confirmation to be the state's budget director. Jack Dodson guest stars. 	Clayton's living arrangements create a problem for his confirmation to be the state's budget director. Jack Dodson guest stars.
148 	12 	"Summer of Discontent" 	Whitney J. LeBlanc 	Clay Graham & John Donley 	January 25, 1986 	
Benson and the Governor seek advice from a conservationist to help them pass environmental legislation. Keenen Ivory Wayans guest stars. 	Benson and the Governor seek advice from a conservationist to help them pass environmental legislation. Keenen Ivory Wayans guest stars. 	Benson and the Governor seek advice from a conservationist to help them pass environmental legislation. Keenen Ivory Wayans guest stars. 	Benson and the Governor seek advice from a conservationist to help them pass environmental legislation. Keenen Ivory Wayans guest stars. 	Benson and the Governor seek advice from a conservationist to help them pass environmental legislation. Keenen Ivory Wayans guest stars. 	Benson and the Governor seek advice from a conservationist to help them pass environmental legislation. Keenen Ivory Wayans guest stars. 	Benson and the Governor seek advice from a conservationist to help them pass environmental legislation. Keenen Ivory Wayans guest stars.
149 	13 	"Parade Rest" 	Rob Dames 	Bob Colleary 	February 1, 1986 	
A veteran is hired to retile the bathroom, but disappears. 	A veteran is hired to retile the bathroom, but disappears. 	A veteran is hired to retile the bathroom, but disappears. 	A veteran is hired to retile the bathroom, but disappears. 	A veteran is hired to retile the bathroom, but disappears. 	A veteran is hired to retile the bathroom, but disappears. 	A veteran is hired to retile the bathroom, but disappears.
150 	14 	"Reel Murder: Part 1" 	Bob Fraser 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	February 8, 1986 	
Actor George Kennedy's plan to film a movie in the Governor's mansion turns into a murder mystery. Joanna Barnes and Robert Picardo guest star. 	Actor George Kennedy's plan to film a movie in the Governor's mansion turns into a murder mystery. Joanna Barnes and Robert Picardo guest star. 	Actor George Kennedy's plan to film a movie in the Governor's mansion turns into a murder mystery. Joanna Barnes and Robert Picardo guest star. 	Actor George Kennedy's plan to film a movie in the Governor's mansion turns into a murder mystery. Joanna Barnes and Robert Picardo guest star. 	Actor George Kennedy's plan to film a movie in the Governor's mansion turns into a murder mystery. Joanna Barnes and Robert Picardo guest star. 	Actor George Kennedy's plan to film a movie in the Governor's mansion turns into a murder mystery. Joanna Barnes and Robert Picardo guest star. 	Actor George Kennedy's plan to film a movie in the Governor's mansion turns into a murder mystery. Joanna Barnes and Robert Picardo guest star.
151 	15 	"Reel Murder: Part 2" 	Bob Fraser 	Bob Fraser & Rob Dames 	February 15, 1986 	
With everyone's lives in danger and not much time left, they try to crack the case. 	With everyone's lives in danger and not much time left, they try to crack the case. 	With everyone's lives in danger and not much time left, they try to crack the case. 	With everyone's lives in danger and not much time left, they try to crack the case. 	With everyone's lives in danger and not much time left, they try to crack the case. 	With everyone's lives in danger and not much time left, they try to crack the case. 	With everyone's lives in danger and not much time left, they try to crack the case.
152 	16 	"The Hat and the Ring" 	Lee Shallat 	Clay Graham & John Donley 	February 22, 1986 	
Benson is convinced that the question Senator Hartford has for him is "the" question. 	Benson is convinced that the question Senator Hartford has for him is "the" question. 	Benson is convinced that the question Senator Hartford has for him is "the" question. 	Benson is convinced that the question Senator Hartford has for him is "the" question. 	Benson is convinced that the question Senator Hartford has for him is "the" question. 	Benson is convinced that the question Senator Hartford has for him is "the" question. 	Benson is convinced that the question Senator Hartford has for him is "the" question.
153 	17 	"The Bucks Stop Here" 	Bill Foster 	Don Hart 	March 1, 1986 	
Clayton has his sights on running the family fortune, until he meets his father's young, pretty fiancee. 	Clayton has his sights on running the family fortune, until he meets his father's young, pretty fiancee. 	Clayton has his sights on running the family fortune, until he meets his father's young, pretty fiancee. 	Clayton has his sights on running the family fortune, until he meets his father's young, pretty fiancee. 	Clayton has his sights on running the family fortune, until he meets his father's young, pretty fiancee. 	Clayton has his sights on running the family fortune, until he meets his father's young, pretty fiancee. 	Clayton has his sights on running the family fortune, until he meets his father's young, pretty fiancee.
154 	18 	"Pardon Me" 	Rob Dames 	Bob Colleary 	March 15, 1986 	
Benson persuades the governor to pardon a man wrongly imprisoned for 25 years, but he’d rather stay in prison. 	Benson persuades the governor to pardon a man wrongly imprisoned for 25 years, but he’d rather stay in prison. 	Benson persuades the governor to pardon a man wrongly imprisoned for 25 years, but he’d rather stay in prison. 	Benson persuades the governor to pardon a man wrongly imprisoned for 25 years, but he’d rather stay in prison. 	Benson persuades the governor to pardon a man wrongly imprisoned for 25 years, but he’d rather stay in prison. 	Benson persuades the governor to pardon a man wrongly imprisoned for 25 years, but he’d rather stay in prison. 	Benson persuades the governor to pardon a man wrongly imprisoned for 25 years, but he’d rather stay in prison.
155 	19 	"Hi, Society" 	Gary Brown 	Bob Colleary 	March 22, 1986 	
A conservation expert may help Benson and the Governor pass an important bill. But when Kraus hears of the strategy, she leaks it to a friend, who turns out to be a gossip columnist. 	A conservation expert may help Benson and the Governor pass an important bill. But when Kraus hears of the strategy, she leaks it to a friend, who turns out to be a gossip columnist. 	A conservation expert may help Benson and the Governor pass an important bill. But when Kraus hears of the strategy, she leaks it to a friend, who turns out to be a gossip columnist. 	A conservation expert may help Benson and the Governor pass an important bill. But when Kraus hears of the strategy, she leaks it to a friend, who turns out to be a gossip columnist. 	A conservation expert may help Benson and the Governor pass an important bill. But when Kraus hears of the strategy, she leaks it to a friend, who turns out to be a gossip columnist. 	A conservation expert may help Benson and the Governor pass an important bill. But when Kraus hears of the strategy, she leaks it to a friend, who turns out to be a gossip columnist. 	A conservation expert may help Benson and the Governor pass an important bill. But when Kraus hears of the strategy, she leaks it to a friend, who turns out to be a gossip columnist.
156 	20 	"Three on a Mismatch" 	Rob Dames 	Story by : Bill Overton & Ken Russ and Clay Graham & John Donley 
Teleplay by : Clay Graham & John Donley 	March 29, 1986 	
The Governor answers a personals ad. 	The Governor answers a personals ad. 	The Governor answers a personals ad. 	The Governor answers a personals ad. 	The Governor answers a personals ad. 	The Governor answers a personals ad. 	The Governor answers a personals ad.
157 	21 	"Friends and Enemies" 	Hilton L. Smack 	Tom Biener & Ron Landry 	April 12, 1986 	
With Governor Gatling's latest term about to end, the assumption is that he can't run again. Then he learns that he can run again and does, competing with his old friend Benson for the job.	With Governor Gatling's latest term about to end, the assumption is that he can't run again. Then he learns that he can run again and does, competing with his old friend Benson for the job.	With Governor Gatling's latest term about to end, the assumption is that he can't run again. Then he learns that he can run again and does, competing with his old friend Benson for the job.	With Governor Gatling's latest term about to end, the assumption is that he can't run again. Then he learns that he can run again and does, competing with his old friend Benson for the job.	With Governor Gatling's latest term about to end, the assumption is that he can't run again. Then he learns that he can run again and does, competing with his old friend Benson for the job.	With Governor Gatling's latest term about to end, the assumption is that he can't run again. Then he learns that he can run again and does, competing with his old friend Benson for the job.	With Governor Gatling's latest term about to end, the assumption is that he can't run again. Then he learns that he can run again and does, competing with his old friend Benson for the job.
158 	22 	"And the Winner Is..." 	Gary Brown 	Tom Biener & Ron Landry 	April 19, 1986 	
People await to learn the winner of the election. 	People await to learn the winner of the election. 	People await to learn the winner of the election. 	People await to learn the winner of the election. 	People await to learn the winner of the election. 	People await to learn the winner of the election. 	People await to learn the winner of the election.
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