
Ralph Kramden is a perpetually flustered but eternally optimistic New York City bus driver living with his wife, Alice, in a small Brooklyn apartment. Ralph's best friend is sanitation worker Ed Norton, who lives in the same building with wife Trixie.

Resenting a $5 increase in rent, Ralph barricades himself in his apartment, and the landlord retaliates.

Alice tries to surprise Ralph with a redecorated apartment, but a misplaced glove leads to a misunderstanding.

Ralph and Alice argue over an actress' name; Ralph invites the bus company president to dinner.

Ralph and Alice plan surprise anniversary parties for each other; Ralph's lunch box gets switched at work.