Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman (1976)

Episode Overview

On Christmas Day, Mary's kitchen buzzes with guests, including the Jeeters, Gimbles, Annie, and a tardy Loretta who brings along Jimmy Joe's bicentennial Christmas trees. Mary begins the festivities with a heartfelt prayer, followed by a beautiful performance of "Silent Night," and invites everyone to sing "Happy Birthday" to the baby Jesus. Meanwhile, Martha opens the kitchen door to discover a chanting George, dressed in a religious cult outfit. Later, at the Capri lounge, Loretta dazzles the crowd and receives her best Christmas surprise when Charlie makes a triumphant entrance, elevating the celebration.