[s1e3] Dick's First Birthday -

: Jane Curtin’s laughter during the leather pants scene was genuine. The producers used an outtake for the final cut because her reaction was so authentic.

: Dick becomes offended when Mary Albright gives him a teasing birthday card mentioning he looks "old and wrinkled". His insecurity is compounded by his attraction to a young anthropology student, Laurie, played by guest star Lauren Graham in one of her early roles. [S1E3] Dick's First Birthday

: Desperate to feel young, Dick dyes his hair jet-black and squeezes into incredibly tight, squeaky leather trousers—a look that has since become one of the series' most iconic visual gags. Themes & Analysis : Jane Curtin’s laughter during the leather pants

: This is one of seven episodes featuring a unique opening narration by James Earl Jones . His insecurity is compounded by his attraction to