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April 2, 2007: He's Not Cheap, He's My Brother

Tonight's episode was definitely one of my favorites. I loved being able to see what Charlie, Alan and Jake might look like in 2036. I also found it funny that a box of Milk Duds at the movie theater will cost us $25 in the future. Somehow, I think that estimate may not be far off, but let's meet back here in 29 years and see, shall we?

Getting back to the present day, we find Alan is still being as frugal as ever. His ability to dodge a bill is almost an art form. In the first scene alone, Alan managed to score a free night at the movies for him and Jake. That night ended up costing Charlie over 80 bucks, but as we soon learned, that's the last time Charlie was going to let Alan use his excuses to bail on a bill.

Fast-forward to the night of Charlie and Alan's double date. Things seemed to be going really well, and Alan's date even suggested that after dinner they should "go absolutely crazy tonight." Yes, it seemed as though the night contained a lot of promise, until the check came. Once again, Alan tried to sneak his way out of paying, but this time Charlie was ready for him. As Alan made a beeline for the bathroom, Charlie was quick to follow. What ensues can only be described as a series of equally awkward and entertaining moments. I think it's safe to say that Alan utilized every possible stalling tactic one could find in a restroom, and Charlie mimicked his every move. The end result? While the brothers were busy playing their game of who could last the longest in the bathroom, their dates left with Geraldo Rivera.

Meanwhile, back at the house... Jake is home alone and without a babysitter for the first time. He makes the most of his night by watching a horror movie (something one should never do at any age). Lucky for Jake though, Rose shows up and the two of them face the cinematic horrors together.

And in the end, Charlie does manage to get even with Alan when he finds his secret stash of money hidden inside the base of a lamp. I will say, it was fun watching Alan panic as he tore apart his drawers searching for the missing dough, but then I felt bad for him when he told Charlie he was putting the money aside for "old Alan." However, that sympathy soon faded when Alan treated himself to a new plasma TV. Sure, he said it was originally intended as a gift for Charlie, but I think we all know better.

Which brings us to the final scene of the night and the future look at the Harper men in 2036. I really enjoyed this glance into the future and I hope Chuck Lorre and the gang allow us another peek, somewhere down the road.