Ed (2000)

Episode Overview

Title: Replacements Plot: Carol is outraged when Dennis calls off the yearly budget meeting for faculty members. The faculty unites to oust Dennis, even drafting his mid-year performance review. However, Carol urges them to give him a chance to redeem himself. When Dennis confronts her about her influence, Carol digs deeper and learns about his previous termination. In an act of support, she writes him a glowing review, but he tears it up and hands it back to her. Frustrated by his rejection, she impulsively kisses him. Meanwhile, energetic newcomer Joe Baxter, a young lawyer eager to escape corporate life, seeks to join Ed’s “firm.” After observing Ed, he starts his own “bowling alley practice,” enlisting quirky characters like Kenny, Shirley, and Phil, and even poaching Ed's clients. However, when it comes to courtroom performance, Joe falters, allowing Ed to reclaim his former glory. Ed also finds himself caught up in the conflict between