The King of Queens season 6 episode 20 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Arthur disrupts Carrie's crucial job interview while searching for a TV remote to scratch an itchy rash. Carrie, frustrated, blames Arthur for her ongoing struggles and labels him a lousy father. Doug, trying to fix the situation, convinces Arthur to apologize to the interviewer. He and Holly then orchestrate a series of fake phone calls where Arthur "apologizes" to figures from Carrie's past. The plan works superficially, but Carrie is left emotionally drained, pondering her complicated relationship with her father.

Full Episode S06E20 Recap

### Arthur Searches for the Remote - **Arthur** can't find the TV remote and calls for it as if it's a pet. - He finds it under a cushion and uses it to scratch an unreachable rash. ### Carrie Prepares for Her Interview - **Carrie** shows **Doug** her outfit for an important job interview. - Doug suggests a more revealing outfit, but Carrie insists on professionalism. ### Arthur's Dermatologist Dilemma - Arthur wants to visit a dermatologist in Connecticut, but Carrie can't take him due to her interview. - Doug is unavailable too, as he's waiting for the cable guy. ### Carrie's Interview Chaos - At the interview, Arthur interrupts, angry at his current dermatologist and causes a scene. - Carrie tries to manage the situation, but Arthur's antics ruin her interview. ### The Fallout at Home - Carrie is devastated, blaming Arthur for ruining her job opportunity. - A heated argument ensues where Carrie labels Arthur a selfish, lousy father. ### Arthur's Attempt at Rectifying the Past - Doug convinces Arthur to call Carrie's potential employer to apologize and salvage her job. - Arthur believes he's fixed the past and sets out to right more wrongs. ### Doug and Holly's Plan - Doug and **Holly** pretend to be people from Carrie's past, accepting Arthur's apologies. - They hope this will convince Arthur to return home. ### Carrie's Reluctance to Forgive - Carrie initially refuses to participate in the charade but eventually pretends to be a former Brownie troop leader to accept Arthur's apology. - Arthur's reminiscing about caring for Carrie as a child softens her. ### Resolution - Carrie and Doug reflect on the situation, with Carrie still feeling a sense of emptiness despite the resolution.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was Arthur searching for the remote?

Arthur was searching for the remote to scratch an unreachable rash.

What job interview was Carrie preparing for?

Carrie was preparing for a job interview with the Dugan Group Legal Department.

Why couldn't Arthur visit the dermatologist in Connecticut?

Carrie had a job interview and Doug was waiting for the cable guy, so no one could take him.

How did Arthur disrupt Carrie's interview?

Arthur entered the interview room, complaining about his dermatologist and showing his rash to strangers.

What was the outcome of Carrie's interview?

Carrie's interview was ruined by Arthur's interruption and behavior.

How did Carrie describe her father after the interview incident?

Carrie called Arthur a selfish, overbearing, and lousy father.

What solution did Doug suggest to Arthur for fixing the past?

Doug suggested that Arthur call Carrie's potential employer to apologize and try to salvage her job.

How did Doug and Holly help Arthur?

Doug and Holly pretended to be people from Carrie's past on the phone, accepting Arthur's apologies.

Who did Carrie pretend to be in the phone call with Arthur?

Carrie pretended to be Marilyn Syznick, a former Brownie troop leader.

What was the emotional impact on Carrie after resolving the situation with Arthur?

Carrie felt empty and sad, reflecting on the resurfaced dark and buried feelings towards her father.

The King of Queens season 6 episode 20

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