Hans Conreid is exceedingly irritating as Sagramonte. He does redeem himself, to a small extent, at the end of the episode. However, the emotional scenes between Will and Dr Smith are the only reason to watch this episode. It's ironic that such a silly story contains one of the best examples of the friendship between Will and Dr Smith. Will is disappointed in Smith when he overhears him telling Prof Robinson a made-up story. It's clear that Will actually expected better of Smith. It's also clear that Smith is concerned when Will starts exhibiting cynical thinking. Dr Smith is fond of Will because Will is so much more noble than himself. Even Smith doesn't always approve of his own behavior. Smith makes a genuine effort to restore Will's faith. At one point, Smith says: "Dear William. Don't be in such a hurry to grow up. It isn't really worth it." Truer words were never spoken. Great, heartwarming moments in this otherwise campy, silly episode.