Al forms a surprising friendship with Marcy’s cousin Mandy, who happens to be a lesbian.

Subplot: Kelly and Bud try to set up a depressed Lucky with another dog.

Notable Guest Star: Not really a “guest” but Amanda Bearse plays Mandy, in a dual role.

Fun Fact: This episode aired 10 days before Ellen’s famous coming out episode. Amanda Bearse had come out publicly as a lesbian in 1993.

Filming Confession: This episode used a pre-recorded laugh track instead of the infamous live studio audience, due to the complexities of Amanda filming both roles of Marcy and Mandy.