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GIMME A BREAK! · SEASON 2 · EPISODE 2

Gimme a Break! S02E02 Brother Ed and the Hooker

Oct 9, 1982 30 MIN NBC 2 GUEST STARS

The episode in brief

At the bowling alley, the Cheif meets up with Maxine, a prostitute who is used to nail bad cops. When Ed meets Carl at the bowling alley, he introduces him to Maxine and the two hit it off. When the Cheif finds out that Ed and Maxine moved in together, he tells Ed that he will not have his brother living with an ex-prostitute since she has decided to retire from the business. In the end, Ed stands up for himself and Carl accepts his brother and Maxine living together.

Who’s in it

GUEST STARS
SERIES REGULARS

Behind the camera

DIRECTED BY John Pasquin

Where it sits in the season

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Where to watch S02E02

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S02E02 FAQ

When did Gimme a Break! S02E02 air?

Gimme a Break! S02E02 (“Brother Ed and the Hooker”) first aired on October 9, 1982.

Where can I watch Gimme a Break! S02E02?

In the US, Gimme a Break! season 2 — including this episode — is available on The Roku Channel.

Who guest stars in Gimme a Break! S02E02?

Guest stars include Arlene Golonka and Pete Schrum.

Who directed and wrote Gimme a Break! S02E02?

Gimme a Break! S02E02 (“Brother Ed and the Hooker”) was directed by John Pasquin.

EPISODE FACTS
SEASONSeason 2
EPISODES02E02
AIREDOct 9, 1982
NETWORKNBC
RUNTIME30 min
DIRECTORJohn Pasquin
WHERE TO WATCH
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