D.C. Follies — Season 1, Episode 40: Nixon Contemplates a Parallel Universe Without Watergate

Episode synopsis

Thanks to Fred, Leslie Nielsen stops by the bar to tell the story of his big break and picks up gifts from all. In search of a new profession, Ronnie disregards acting because it wouldn't allow him time to nap. Due to his ethical ways, Geraldo takes on the life of a lawyer...but he refuses to represent Ollie and the Bakkers. Nixon confesses that he was responsible for Watergate while contemplating the possibility of a parallel universe. In the absence of Dr. Ruth, Mort subs in to give his tactful "great sex" tips. Bob Hope dreams of the great actor that he could've been. Nixon tells Danny the story of Cinderella before he gets a little shut eye. In memory of the concept of a Democrat being president, Ted Kennedy starts an endangered species fund.

About D.C. Follies

D.C. Follies is a syndicated sitcom which aired from 1987–1989 and was set in a Washington, D.C. bar, where bartender Fred Willard would welcome puppet caricatures of that day's politicians and celebrities. The humor tended to be on the satirical side, often taking potshots at politicians and the political process. Although Willard was the only live actor appearing regularly, each episode brought a celebrity guest into the bar, such as Martin Mull, Robin Leach, Bob Uecker, and Betty White. In one episode, Robert Englund showed up as his Freddie Kruger character, and in a special Christmas episode an un-billed actor played Santa Claus. Another episode had Mike Tyson confront his own puppet character. The show was believed to be inspired by the British series Spitting Image. It was syndicated in many markets, although it often aired at odd hours, making it difficult for the show to build a following. It was produced by Sid and Marty Krofft.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Pilot
• E2Reagan Parachutes into DC Follies
• E3Nixon's Presidential Library is a Bookmobile
• E4Sean Penn Escapes From Jail and Heads to D.C. Follies
• E5Ollie North Raises Money with "Adopt-A-Contra Scheme
• E6Tammy Faye Bakker Debuts Her Latest Song
• E7Jesse Jackson Sings with Dolly, Barbara and Cher
• E8George H. W. Bush Schemes to get Ronald Reagan Out of the White House
• E9Nixon Gives Fred Financial Advice…And...He Loses His Shirt
• E10Nixon Impeached from Cub Scouts
• E11Nixon Acts as Princess Di's Divorce Lawyer
• E12George H. W. Bush Falls into a Well