S05E04Petticoat Junction season 5 episode 4: You Know I Can't Hear You When the Thunder is Clapping
Aired 30 September 196725 minRated TV-G
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What happens in “You Know I Can't Hear You When the Thunder is Clapping”
While flying back from Springdale, Steve and Betty Jo are caught in an unexpected thunderstorm. Although there were some tense moments, Steve and Betty Jo make it down safely. The experience throws Steve and Betty Jo into each others' arms. Could it be that they are falling in love with each other. Betty Jo confides her feelings for Steve to her mother, who cautions her to take a wait and see approach. But Steve later confirms to Kate that he has feelings for Betty Jo as well. This could cause problems, especially with Billie Jo, who Steve has been going with for quite some time. Kate tells Billie Jo and Bobbie Jo, and surprisingly they are fine with it. Not wanting to hurt the family, Steve decides to leave. But fortunately something prevents him from doing so.
Episode summary: TMDB.
Before you watch
- It is episode 4 of 30 of season 5, so watch episodes 1 to 3 first.
- It runs about 25 minutes.
- Directed by Ralph Levy, written by Dick Conway and Charles Stewart.
Cast and crew of this episode
- Director
- Ralph Levy
- Writers
- Dick ConwayCharles Stewart
Credits: TMDB.
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