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Arrested Development - S02E01 - The One Where Michael Leaves
 

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The One Where Michael Leaves

 
Michael and George Michael leave for Phoenix but go back to ensure the family misses them. Lindsay wants to have an open marriage, which causes Tobias to try to join the Blue Man Group under the impression that they are a support group for depressed men. Lucille signs Buster up for the army after being goaded by a Michael Moore lookalike. Gob becomes president of the Bluth Company.
 
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Arrested Development / S02E01 : The One Where Michael Leaves
Season 2, Episode 1 | Aired on November 7, 2004 | TV-14 | 25 min. | Netflix
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  • Arrested Development - Episode 1 - The One Where Michael Leaves
    Episode 1
    The One Where Michael Leaves
  • Arrested Development - Episode 2 - The One Where They Build a House
    Episode 2
    The One Where They Build a House
  • Arrested Development - Episode 3 - ¡Amigos!
    Episode 3
    ¡Amigos!
  • Arrested Development - Episode 4 - Good Grief
    Episode 4
    Good Grief
  • Arrested Development - Episode 5 - Sad Sack
    Episode 5
    Sad Sack
  • Arrested Development - Episode 6 - Afternoon Delight
    Episode 6
    Afternoon Delight
  • Arrested Development - Episode 7 - Switch Hitter
    Episode 7
    Switch Hitter
  • Arrested Development - Episode 8 - Queen for a Day
    Episode 8
    Queen for a Day
  • Arrested Development - Episode 9 - Burning Love
    Episode 9
    Burning Love
  • Arrested Development - Episode 10 - Ready, Aim, Marry Me!
    Episode 10
    Ready, Aim, Marry Me!
  • Arrested Development - Episode 11 - Out on a Limb
    Episode 11
    Out on a Limb
  • Arrested Development - Episode 12 - Hand to God
    Episode 12
    Hand to God
  • Arrested Development - Episode 13 - Motherboy XXX
    Episode 13
    Motherboy XXX
  • Arrested Development - Episode 14 - The Immaculate Election
    Episode 14
    The Immaculate Election
  • Arrested Development - Episode 15 - Sword of Destiny
    Episode 15
    Sword of Destiny
  • Arrested Development - Episode 16 - Meat the Veals
    Episode 16
    Meat the Veals
  • Arrested Development - Episode 17 - Spring Breakout
    Episode 17
    Spring Breakout
  • Arrested Development - Episode 18 - Righteous Brothers
    Episode 18
    Righteous Brothers

Arrested Development season 2 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Michael Bluth, fed up with his family's antics, decides to leave for Phoenix with his son, George Michael. His departure goes unnoticed as his family grapples with their own issues. Meanwhile, Michael's brother Gob struggles to manage the family business, and Michael learns he can't leave the state due to legal complications involving his father. Lindsay and Tobias explore an open marriage, and Tobias accidentally joins the Blue Man Group. The episode culminates with the family needing Michael's help, as George Senior flees the country, leaving them in disarray.

Full Episode S02E01 Recap

### Michael Decides to Leave the Family - Michael Bluth plans to move to Phoenix, Arizona with his son, George Michael, to escape his dysfunctional family. - He expresses disdain for his family's greedy and selfish behavior. - Michael recalls the family's recent deceit, including falsely believing his father, George Senior, had a heart attack in prison, when in fact he had escaped. ### Family's Reaction to Michael's Departure - The family remains oblivious to Michael's departure plans. - Michael's mother, Lucille, is struggling to control her other son, Buster, without George Senior. - George Michael's cousin, Maeby, is skeptical about his move. - Michael confronts various family members about their past dependencies on him. ### Michael's Return and Family Dynamics - Michael decides to return to confront his family, realizing they haven't grasped his departure. - He rejects his family members' requests for help and reaffirms his decision to leave. - Michael learns from their lawyer, Barry Zuckerhorn, that he cannot leave the state due to potential legal issues regarding his father's absence. ### Lindsay and Tobias's Marital Problems - Lindsay and Tobias Fünke struggle with their marriage, considering an open relationship. - Tobias seeks a support group but mistakenly joins the Blue Man Group. ### Gob's Incompetence and Michael's Dilemma - Michael's brother, Gob, takes over the family business but proves to be incompetent. - Michael faces a dilemma: ask his family for financial help or risk legal troubles. ### The Family's Individual Crises - Each family member faces personal crises, highlighting their dependence on Michael. - Tobias accidentally joins a performance group, thinking it's a support group. - Gob discovers a significant document related to their father's illegal activities in Iraq. ### The Family Reunites at the Hospital - Tobias is mistaken for a patient at a hospital due to his blue paint, leading to a family gathering. - Michael acknowledges his need for the family's help to avoid jail. - The family turns to Michael for help with their various problems. ### George Senior's Escape and the Family's Future - George Senior, disguised in a wig, escapes the country with vital evidence. - Michael faces the responsibility of saving his family from their legal and personal troubles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Michael Bluth want to leave his family and move to Phoenix, Arizona?

Michael wants to escape his dysfunctional family, whom he views as greedy and selfish.

What lie about George Senior's condition does the family believe?

The family believes George Senior had a heart attack in prison, but he actually escaped.

How does the family react to Michael's announcement of leaving?

The family is mostly oblivious and continues to depend on Michael for their problems.

What legal issue prevents Michael from leaving the state?

Michael cannot leave the state due to potential legal issues related to his father's absence.

What solution do Lindsay and Tobias consider for their marital problems?

Lindsay and Tobias consider having an open relationship.

How does Tobias mistakenly join the Blue Man Group?

Tobias seeks a support group for depressed men but accidentally joins the Blue Man Group, thinking it's a support group.

What role does Gob play in the family business after Michael's departure?

Gob takes over the family business but proves to be incompetent.

What significant document does Gob discover?

Gob discovers a document related to their father's illegal activities in Iraq.

Why does the family gather at the hospital?

The family gathers at the hospital because Tobias, mistaken for a patient due to his blue paint, is believed to be in a critical condition.

What is George Senior's fate at the end of the episode?

George Senior escapes the country with vital evidence, disguised in a wig.

 
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