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The Golden Girls - S05E20 - Twice in a Lifetime
 

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Twice in a Lifetime

 
Rose must decide between her boyfriend, Miles or an old boyfriend who has just come to town and asks her to go to Europe with him. Meanwhile, fed up with Dorothy's rules, Sophia decides to move out.
 
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The Golden Girls / S05E20 : Twice in a Lifetime
Season 5, Episode 20 | Aired on February 24, 1990 | TV-PG | 30 min. | NBC
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EPISODES
Season 5
Season 5
Season 5
Season 7
Season 6
Season 5
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 1 - Sick and Tired (1)
    Episode 1
    Sick and Tired (1)
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 2 - Sick and Tired (2)
    Episode 2
    Sick and Tired (2)
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 3 - The Accurate Conception
    Episode 3
    The Accurate Conception
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 4 - Rose Fights Back
    Episode 4
    Rose Fights Back
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 5 - Love Under the Big Top
    Episode 5
    Love Under the Big Top
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 6 - Dancing in the Dark
    Episode 6
    Dancing in the Dark
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 7 - Not Another Monday
    Episode 7
    Not Another Monday
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 8 - That Old Feeling
    Episode 8
    That Old Feeling
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 9 - Comedy of Errors
    Episode 9
    Comedy of Errors
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 10 - All That Jazz
    Episode 10
    All That Jazz
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 11 - Ebb Tide
    Episode 11
    Ebb Tide
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 12 - Have Yourself a Very Little Christmas
    Episode 12
    Have Yourself a Very Little Christmas
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 13 - Mary Has a Little Lamb
    Episode 13
    Mary Has a Little Lamb
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 14 - Great Expectations
    Episode 14
    Great Expectations
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 15 - Triple Play
    Episode 15
    Triple Play
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 16 - Clinton Avenue Memoirs
    Episode 16
    Clinton Avenue Memoirs
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 17 - Like the Beep Beep Beep of the Tom-Tom
    Episode 17
    Like the Beep Beep Beep of the Tom-Tom
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 18 - An Illegitimate Concern
    Episode 18
    An Illegitimate Concern
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 19 - 72 Hours
    Episode 19
    72 Hours
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 20 - Twice in a Lifetime
    Episode 20
    Twice in a Lifetime
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 21 - Sisters and Other Strangers
    Episode 21
    Sisters and Other Strangers
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 22 - Cheaters
    Episode 22
    Cheaters
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 23 - The Mangiacavallo Curse Makes a Lousy Wedding Present
    Episode 23
    The Mangiacavallo Curse Makes a Lousy Wedding Present
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 24 - All Bets Are Off
    Episode 24
    All Bets Are Off
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 25 - The President's Coming! The President's Coming! (1)
    Episode 25
    The President's Coming! The President's Coming! (1)
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 26 - The President's Coming! The President's Coming! (2)
    Episode 26
    The President's Coming! The President's Coming! (2)

The Golden Girls season 5 episode 20 Recap and FAQ

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### The Golden Girls: Season 5, Episode 20 - "Twice In A Lifetime" - **Scene: The Living Room** - The episode opens with Sophia and Dorothy discussing Sophia's recent social activities. - Sophia explains the social hierarchy at the senior center, categorizing people into three groups based on their hip status. - Dorothy recalls her mother's advice about not needing to be popular, to which Sophia humorously reveals she had an imaginary friend as a child due to being unpopular. - **Scene: Flashback to Rose's Past** - Rose reminisces about her high school days and her relationships with Charlie and Buzz Mueller. - She reveals she was in a love triangle with them, which surprises Dorothy and Blanche. - Rose describes Buzz as the exciting one, contrasting with Charlie’s more conventional teenage behavior. - **Scene: The Kitchen** - The conversation continues with Rose elaborating on her past with Buzz and Charlie. - Rose mentions that Buzz left to join Spike Jones’ band and never returned, leading her to grow closer to Charlie. - **Scene: Living Room - Buzz's Arrival** - Buzz Mueller visits Rose after 40 years, surprising everyone. - Buzz's charm and charisma are evident, and he quickly rekindles his relationship with Rose. - **Scene: Sophia's New Living Arrangement** - Sophia announces her plan to move out and live with a new roommate, leaving Dorothy and Blanche shocked. - Sophia’s independence and stubbornness are highlighted in this decision. - **Scene: Rose's Dilemma** - Rose struggles with her feelings for both Buzz and her current boyfriend, Miles. - She is torn between the exciting past with Buzz and her stable relationship with Miles. - **Scene: Sophia's New Home** - Sophia adjusts to her new living situation, displaying her usual sass and independence. - Dorothy and Blanche visit Sophia, trying to persuade her to return home. - **Scene: Rose's Decision** - Rose decides not to join Buzz on his European tour, realizing her life with Charlie was what she truly cherished. - The scene emphasizes Rose’s growth and self-awareness. - **Scene: Sophia's Return** - Sophia returns home, admitting she missed her family and acknowledging Dorothy's concerns. - The episode ends with a heartwarming reconciliation between Sophia and Dorothy, emphasizing the importance of family and home. Throughout the episode, themes of love, past relationships, independence, and family dynamics are explored with humor and depth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the main characters in this episode of "The Golden Girls"?

The main characters are Dorothy, Sophia, Rose, and Blanche.

What is the main dilemma Rose faces in this episode?

Rose struggles between her past feelings for an old flame, Buzz Mueller, and her current relationship with Miles.

Who is Buzz Mueller?

Buzz Mueller is Rose's old boyfriend from high school who reappears after 40 years.

What decision does Sophia make in this episode?

Sophia decides to move out and live with a new roommate.

How does Dorothy feel about Sophia's decision to move out?

Dorothy is concerned and upset about Sophia's decision to live independently.

Why does Buzz visit Rose after 40 years?

Buzz rekindles his relationship with Rose and invites her to join him on a European tour.

What was Rose's relationship with Charlie like?

Charlie was Rose's stable, conventional high school boyfriend, contrasting with the more exciting Buzz.

What decision does Rose make about Buzz's invitation?

Rose decides not to join Buzz on his European tour, realizing her life with Charlie was more meaningful.

How does the episode end for Sophia?

Sophia returns home, reconciling with Dorothy and acknowledging the importance of family.

What themes are explored in this episode?

The episode explores themes of love, past relationships, independence, and family dynamics.

Does Rose break up with Miles?

No, Rose chooses to stay with Miles and not pursue a relationship with Buzz.

Why did Buzz leave Rose 40 years ago?

Buzz left to join Spike Jones’ band and never returned, leading Rose to grow closer to Charlie.

How does Dorothy try to persuade Sophia to return home?

Dorothy visits Sophia at her new residence and expresses her feelings of missing her mother.

What is the social hierarchy at the senior center described by Sophia?

Sophia categorizes people into three groups based on their hip status: the hip group, the not-so-hip group, and the broken hip group.

How does the episode demonstrate Rose's growth and self-awareness?

Rose reflects on her past and chooses her stable relationship with Miles over the exciting but uncertain past with Buzz.

 
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