TEXT: Act One. Scene One - TV Station. [N.B. Basically, you have to know a bit about the background of the airing of this season of "Frasier." "Frasier" used to be shown at 10:00pm in America, however when "Seinfeld" finally went off the air "Frasier" was used to fill the slot at 9:00pm. Remember that 9:00pm is prime time television. It is the time when most people watch the TV, and the people of "Frasier" were very concerned about their ratings. It was a big move and this first scene reflects this with an in-joke.] So, the first picture we see is Frasier in front of the camera which at first could be interpreted as him talking about the new time slot: Frasier: Before we begin, I'd like to say how honoured I am to be taking over this slot. Obviously, I have some rather big shoes to fill - my predecessor here was much beloved. But I have never been one to shrink from a challenge and I'm sure we'll enjoy many happy years here together in my new home. Now, today on "Medical Minute"... The camera pulls back to show that actually Frasier is auditioning for a TV show after he got fired in "Sweet Dreams." Frasier: We're going to be tackling the sticky subject of... Director: Dr. Crane, great audition. Frasier: Really? That's all you need? Director: I think we have a good idea what you're all about. Frasier: Excellent. Director: Er, we'll be in touch. Frasier: I'm sure you will. Director: Next, please! Frasier: Oh, formalities? Yes, I understand. You know, perhaps I'll just take a walk around the station. Check out the dressing rooms, introduce myself to a few people. Say, you know, is there a sign-up list for the softball team? I'm sure that Frasier "Slugger" Crane's gonna be an asset to this station in more ways than one! DENIAL [SCENE_BREAK] Scene Two - Frasier's Apartment. It is
SUMMARY:
After losing his job at KACL, Frasier seems busy and content, but Niles believes he is experiencing in denial . He moves through the five stages of grief , experiencing anger after Gil receives a new job offer, and bargaining , but gets himself stalled in depression when he finds out that his fan club has only three members who humiliate him by holding a public rally to protest his firing. The family eventually stage an intervention and force him to accept the loss of his job.