New Girl season 2 episode 8 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Jess navigates the tricky waters of a Thanksgiving with her divorced parents by hosting two separate meals to avoid conflicts. She hatches a "Parent Trap" scheme to reunite them, which includes making her mom look irresistible and using Nick to spark jealousy. Meanwhile, Schmidt and his cousin engage in absurd masculinity contests. The dinner unfolds with mishaps and revelations, leading to Jess's realization that her parents are happier apart and she must accept her family as it is. The episode closes with a sense of understanding and acceptance among the characters.
Full Episode S02E08 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Jess plan two separate Thanksgiving meals?
Jess organizes two meals because her parents are divorced and she wants to avoid any conflict between them.
What is Jess's strategy to get her parents back together?
Jess attempts a "Parent Trap" strategy, aiming to make her mom look attractive to her dad and using Nick to incite jealousy.
How do Schmidt and his cousin compete to prove their masculinity?
Schmidt and his cousin engage in various challenges like hot pan touching, eating candles, and physical strength tests.
What goes wrong during the Thanksgiving dinner?
Jess's Parent Trap plan falls apart, leading to awkward revelations and her parents affirming they are happier apart.
What does Jess learn from her Thanksgiving experience?
Jess realizes that her parents being happier apart doesn't mean she will end up alone, and she comes to terms with her family dynamics.
How does the masculinity contest between Schmidt and his cousin conclude?
The contest ends with the other Schmidt being declared the "one true Schmidt," resolving their rivalry.
What is the resolution between Jess and her parents?
Jess accepts her parents' decision to remain apart and learns to appreciate her family as it is, without trying to manipulate their relationship.
