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THE DEFINITIVE SITE
The original internet guide to I Spy
Season One Episodes
Bet Me A Dollar
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Story 20: "Bet Me a Dollar"
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Written by:
David Friedkin & Morton Fine
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Directed by:
Richard Sarafian
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First Airdate:
16 Feb. 1966
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Guest stars:
Pepito Hector Galindo (as Ramon), Danielle de Metz (as Racquel), Lou Krugman (as Hidalgo), Miguel Landa (as Dr. Munoz), Martin Garralaga (as Ramon), Stella Garcia (as Nurse Frias), Linda Rivera (as Nurse)
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Plot:
Kelly and Scott bet a solitary dollar against each other that Kelly can disappear for a week or more and not be found by Scotty. Shortly after Kelly departs, Scotty shortly learns afterward that Kelly has been contaminated by anthrax and must receive treatment within 24 hours... or Kelly will die. Scotty, as clever as always, manages to find Kelly - but Kelly, not realizing the danger, thinks Scotty is putting him on. Oops!
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D. P. Cole's review and rating:
This story is rather unusual. The setup was nicely done, it did not feel forced or contrived with the small exception (in other words, "it figures") that Scotty would hear about Kelly's little deadly problem just after he leaves! Ironically, the chase scenes where Scotty tries to find Kelly are actually quite funny. When the tables turn and the anthrax starts to take hold on Kelly, the situation becomes icy-cold serious. This is a rare example where comedy and seriousness can work together without ruining the plot. Overall, it is an enjoyable adventure complete with an astonishing performance from Hector Galindo (Ramon).
Rating: 7/10
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