Bob's Burgers season 9 episode 12 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a quest to impress Helen, Teddy and the Belcher family search her late husband Larry's apartment building for a valuable Japanese netsuke. They encounter quirky tenants and face humorous challenges. Tina notices Teddy's chemistry with Kathleen, a resident, sparking debate over his best romantic match. Teddy finds the netsuke but endangers himself trying to retrieve it from an elevator shaft. After a tense rescue, the netsuke is damaged, diminishing its importance. The episode concludes with Teddy spending time with Kathleen, hinting at a new romantic possibility.
Full Episode S09E12 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What item is Teddy looking for at Helen's beach house?
A Japanese netsuke, a valuable figurine.
Why does Helen think her late husband Larry hid something valuable?
Helen suspects that Larry hid the netsuke because he liked to hide things in vents and chimneys.
What kind of investments did Larry have?
Larry invested in Japanese antiquities, vintage typewriters, and real estate.
Where does the Belcher family decide to search for the netsuke?
They decide to search Larry's apartment building, the DuMont.
Who is Kathleen and how does she relate to the story?
Kathleen is a resident of the DuMont who forms a connection with Teddy.
How does the Belcher family divide their search efforts in the DuMont?
They split up to search different apartments in the building.
What challenge do Bob and Gene face in the apartment building?
They assist a blind tenant with his plumbing issues.
What is Tina's observation about Teddy's love interests?
Tina notices Teddy's chemistry with Kathleen and suggests he might be better suited with her than Helen.
How does Teddy find the netsuke?
Teddy discovers the netsuke inside a dummy pipe.
What risky situation does Teddy encounter while trying to retrieve the netsuke?
Teddy risks his safety by trying to retrieve the netsuke from an elevator shaft.
How is the situation with Teddy in the elevator shaft resolved?
The Belchers manage to save Teddy from falling.
What happens to the netsuke in the end?
The netsuke is damaged and deemed less important by Helen.
What does the family reflect on after the day's events?
They reflect on their misguided matchmaking attempts for Teddy.
Who does Teddy end up spending time with at the end of the episode?
Teddy ends up spending time with Kathleen, suggesting a potential romance.
How does the episode portray the Belcher family's dynamics during their adventure?
The episode shows the Belcher family's humorous and collaborative efforts in navigating various challenges while searching for the netsuke.