Mork & Mindy season 1 episode 3 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
After a quirky interaction involving a haircut, Mork learns about Earth customs and tries to fit in. Mindy reconnects with an old friend, Brad, for a dinner date, causing tension due to Mork's misunderstanding of human relationships. Feeling responsible for Mindy's unhappiness, Mork decides to leave and encounters Exidor, a man with delusions about Venusians. Mindy searches for Mork, realizing the depth of her care for him, and brings him back home, teaching him about the human affection of hugging. Mork's report to Orson reflects his ongoing journey in understanding and appreciating human emotions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "noggachomp" according to Mork?
A small green creature used on Ork for hair maintenance by grazing on their heads.
How does Mork earn money for the haircut?
By babysitting for Eugene.
Who does Mindy plan to have dinner with?
An old acquaintance named Brad.
How does Mork interrupt Mindy and Brad's date?
He arrives unexpectedly at the restaurant, causing awkwardness.
Why does Mork decide to leave Mindy's house?
He believes his presence is causing Mindy sadness and interfering with her social life.
Who is Exidor?
A delusional man who believes in an impending visitation from Venus and leads a group called the Friends of Venus.
How does Mindy find Mork after he runs away?
She searches for him and finds him at Exidor's meeting place.
What new human custom does Mork learn from Mindy?
The concept and action of hugging.
How does Mork describe hugging to Orson?
As wrapping arms around a human and squeezing, but not as hard as in wrestling.
What realization does Mork have about hugging?
That it is mutually beneficial and pleasurable, marking his growth in understanding human emotions.