Written by Steve Zacharius and Michael Leeson
Produced by Larry Rosen
Directed by Lou Antonio
Original Air Date: March 23, 1973
Reuben books the Partridges in what they all believe to be a mountain resort
called Rose Mansion. At the family's first performance, they realize there is
only one person seated in the audience, named Sidney Rose. A multi-millionaire
who has become a recluse for the sake of privacy, Sidney must bring all
entertainment to his own estate. On the rare occasions that he does go out, he
does so in disguise. The lonely man develops an affection for the Partridge
family and tries to persuade them to stay at Rose mansion for a few weeks, but
they are unable to do this and so invite him to come to their house. Sidney
says he is afraid of crowds that would attack him if he did this, thus
politely refusing the invitation.
A few days later, a policeman comes to the door, who turns out to be Sidney,
planning to spend a few days with the family. Unfortunately, a news reporter
comes in for an interview, and although Sidney is now disguised as a TV
repairman, the reporter recognizes the millionaire and broadcasts his presence
on TV. To everyone's surprise, mobs of people do not immediately gather at the
Partridges' doorstep, and in fact, Sidney is rather crushed at the lack of
response. But by now he is ready to come out of seclusion in order to lead a
normal life.
Songs:
"It Sound Like You're Saying Hello," music and lyrics by Terry
Cashman and T.P. West (on Crossword Puzzle)
"One Night Stand," music and lyrics by Wes Farrell and Paul Anka (on
Sound Magazine)
Guest Cast:
Sidney Rose ------------------------------------- John Astin
Pearson ------------------------------------------ Jim Antonio
Woman ------------------------------------------- Sari Price
Tube Trivia:
- John Astin starred as Gomez Addams on "The Addams Family." He
was also a regular on "I'm Dickens, He's Fenster," with Marty Ingels,
and "Operation Petticoat," among many others"
- Sari Price also appeared in episodes 36 and 62.
She was also the stand-in for Shirley Jones.
- This episode uses the exact same concert footage for "God Bless You
Girl" that was used in Episode 50.
