Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. season 3 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Gomer Pyle is tasked with a supply run for the motor pool, which leads to a comical misunderstanding involving a movie set, mistaken for a real alien encounter. Despite Sergeant Carter's skepticism towards Pyle's vivid imagination, the incident involving "aliens" and a "flying saucer" unravels as a movie production, revealing Pyle's innocence and the importance of clear communication. The resolution reinforces the bond between Pyle and Carter, albeit with a hint of Pyle's persistent naivety regarding the supernatural.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What task is Pyle assigned by Sergeant Carter?
Pyle is tasked with picking up supplies for the motor pool, a job expected to take three days.
What does Pyle keep in his footlocker for protection?
Pyle keeps a lucky troll doll in his footlocker for protection.
How does Sergeant Carter react to Pyle's belief in the troll doll's protective powers?
Sergeant Carter is skeptical and mocks the idea, emphasizing the importance of following regulations by not keeping nonregulation items like the troll doll.
What mistake does Pyle make regarding the movie set?
Pyle mistakes a movie set for a real alien encounter with a flying saucer and little men.
How does Sergeant Carter initially respond to Pyle's report of seeing a flying saucer?
Sergeant Carter is dismissive and believes Pyle is making up the story as an excuse for not completing his task.
What leads to Sergeant Carter's decision to call the base psychiatrist?
Pyle's persistent belief in his alien encounter and a misunderstood incident involving a jeep being "stolen" by an alien prompt Carter to seek psychiatric advice.
How is the misunderstanding about the flying saucer and aliens resolved?
The misunderstanding is resolved when it's revealed that what Pyle saw was actually a movie set for a film about space and flying saucers.
What does Sergeant Carter learn from the incident?
Sergeant Carter learns to pay closer attention to Pyle's reports, even if they seem far-fetched, and reassures Pyle that he can always come to him with any concerns.