My Favorite Martian (1963)
S01E23 An Old, Old Friend of the Family
Episode Overview
After causing Tim to miss a crucial deadline, Martin steps in to help him secure an exclusive interview with Jakobar, the controversial leader of Kobima. Martin, a revered figure in Kobima, has valuable insights due to his close friendship with Jakobar's great-grandfather, the namesake of the nation. After revealing the Cocobahn sign, which bears Martin's name in Kobiman, Jakobar agrees to a meeting. Although Martin persuades Jakobar to open up to the media, Jakobar’s instinct as an outlaw leader causes him to hesitate. Martin needs to convince him that being transparent is vital for Kobima’s survival. Reflecting on Martin’s wise counsel, Jakobar begins to wonder if Martin could truly be Cocobahn.