Raising Hope season 4 episode 21 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Jimmy uncovers a quirky family tradition involving unexpected cash and gifts. Amidst a series of fortunate financial surprises for various characters, Jimmy's mom gets a big promotion and buys her husband a fancy grill, which he doesn't use, preferring his old one. Jimmy mistakenly spends his wife's hidden savings on a lavish chair. The family's old maid, Eleanor, returns, causing a stir but is kept on due to a trust fund. Burt, inspired by his wife's success, tries bounty hunting but realizes his passion lies in landscaping, leading to humorous adventures. The episode wraps up with the family adjusting to new dynamics and reaffirming their identities and passions.

Full Episode S04E21 Recap

### Unexpected Cash and a Gift Tradition - The episode opens with a quirky tradition: if either of Jimmy's parents came into unexpected cash, they'd buy the other a gift. - Jimmy discovers $10 in an old coat and decides to spend it thoughtfully. ### A Series of Fortunate Events - Several characters share their stories of unexpectedly acquiring money. - They use this money for various unique purchases and experiences. ### The Grill and the Chair - Jimmy's mom, promoted at her job, buys a fancy new grill for her husband, Burt, with her "found money." - Burt, however, prefers his old grill, leading to a humorous misunderstanding about his feelings towards the new one. - Jimmy finds $320 and buys a big chair, only to learn the money was his wife's hidden savings. ### Family Dynamics and Eleanor - Eleanor, an old family maid, returns, unaware of the grandmother's passing. - A trust fund revelation ensures Eleanor's continued service, much to the family's comfort and occasional exasperation. ### Burt's Passion and Bounty Hunting - Burt quits his job after learning of his wife's raise and searches for his passion, eventually deciding on bounty hunting. - He pursues various suspects with comical mishaps and determination. ### Family Adjustments and Realizations - Jimmy and his wife grapple with the luxury and moral implications of having Eleanor as their maid. - Burt realizes his true passion is landscaping, not bounty hunting. - The family decides to let Eleanor go, leading to her humorous reaction. ### Conclusion: Embracing Change and Identity - The episode concludes with the characters embracing their true selves and passions. - The family adjusts to their new financial dynamics, and Burt reaffirms his love for his old grill.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tradition Jimmy's parents follow with unexpected cash?

They buy each other gifts.

How does Jimmy use the $10 he finds?

He spends it thoughtfully.

What does Jimmy's mom buy with her "found money"?

A fancy new grill for her husband, Burt.

Why does Burt prefer his old grill?

He likes the flavor it imparts on the food.

How does Jimmy acquire the big chair?

He uses $320 he finds, which turns out to be his wife's savings.

Who is Eleanor?

She is the family's old maid.

Why does Eleanor continue working for the family?

A trust fund covers her expenses.

What new job does Burt take up?

Bounty hunting.

Why does Burt quit bounty hunting?

He realizes his true passion is landscaping.

What decision does the family make about Eleanor?

They decide to let her go.

How does Eleanor react to being let go?

She reacts humorously and plans to move to Jamaica.

What does the family learn from having Eleanor as a maid?

They reflect on the moral implications and luxury of having a maid.

How does the episode end?

The characters embrace their true passions and adjust to new financial dynamics.

Raising Hope season 4 episode 21

How I Met Your Mullet