To improve Dick's ratings, a sidekick (Danny Taylor played by Steve Lawrence) is added on the show, which proves too successful. Dick, suffering from a cold, fears that he will be replaced. When Dick's doctor tells him to stay home to recover, Danny fills in for him. Carl Reiner appears as himself.
Dick gets invited to Hollywood for a screen test to become a star on a new TV show. Dick prepares for the test but doubts his ability to become a star.