"Who Gives a Hootenanny?" was the sixth episode of the tenth season of Happy Days. also, the 217th overall episode in the series. Written by Ria Nepus, the episode, directed by Jerry Paris, premiered on ABC-TV on November 16, 1982.
Synopsis[]
Joanie and Chachi have a chance to appear on TV playing folk music; however, Fonzie is upset that folk is usurping rock 'n' roll's place in people's hearts and minds.
Storyline[]
Fonzie worries that the new popularity of folk music may signal more than just the end of his beloved rock n' roll, this as Joanie and Chachi get what may be their "big break" a chance to appear on TV, but by playing folk music, instead of rock.
- Note: Melinda Naud returns in her role of Paula Petralunga, who had appeared in a few episodes in Season 3 as Fonzie's most spectacular conquest. Also, Anson Williams (Potsie Weber) does not appear in this episode, but is credited.
Cast[]
Starring[]
- Henry Winkler as Fonzie
- Tom Bosley as Howard Cunningham
- Marion Ross as Marion Cunningham
- Ted McGinley as Roger Phillips
- Crystal Bernard as K.C. Cunningham
- Anson Williams as Potsie Weber
- Linda Purl as Ashley Pfister (credited only)
- Cathy Silvers as Jenny Piccalo
Recurring cast/Guest stars[]
- Pat Morita as Arnold
- Brad Blaisdell as Lou
- Judy Pioli as Phyllis
- Rick Dano as Felix (as Richard Dano)
- Ronnie Sperling as Phil
