The King of Queens season 8 episode 14 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Doug and his friends, disrupted by Carrie's work from home, rent a room above a Chinese restaurant for poker nights. Meanwhile, Carrie prepares for a big client, Kirstie Alley. The situation unfolds when Carrie discovers Doug's secret hangout, leading to a confrontation. Doug admits he kept the place as a personal escape, offering insight into their relationship dynamics and the importance of personal space.

Full Episode S08E14 Recap

### Doug's New Hangout - **Arthur's Interruption**: Arthur disrupts the household, waking Doug and demanding the couch. - **Carrie's Work Call**: Carrie receives a work call from Miss Conrad, discussing T.R.D. reports. - **Poker Night Plans**: Doug invites friends for poker, debating over Chinese food orders. - **Carrie Needs the Room**: Carrie interrupts, needing the room for work. She's preparing for a client from L.A. and needs to focus. - **Poker Game Relocation**: Doug and friends consider alternatives due to Carrie's work. The garage is vetoed due to a raccoon. - **Renting a Poker Room**: The idea of renting a room for poker emerges during their wait at Szechuan Village. - **The New Hangout**: They rent a room above a Chinese restaurant, establishing it as their new poker and hangout spot. - **Carrie's Big Client**: Carrie prepares for Kirstie Alley's arrival, her client from L.A. - **Doug's Secret Hangout Revealed**: Carrie discovers Doug's rented space, filled with personal items, questioning its purpose. - **Confrontation and Confession**: Carrie confronts Doug about the hangout. Doug admits it started as a place for the guys but became his escape. - **Understanding and Resolution**: The episode ends with a sense of understanding between Doug and Carrie about the need for personal space.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Arthur demand the couch from Doug?

Arthur wakes Doug up, needing the couch for himself.

What is Carrie working on when she gets a call?

Carrie is pulling listings and discussing T.R.D. reports for her job.

Who suggests changing the Chinese food order to Szechuan Village?

One of Doug's friends suggests trying Szechuan Village instead of their usual place.

What is the initial reason for Doug and his friends needing a new poker spot?

Carrie needs the living room for work, leading the group to seek a new location for poker.

How do Doug and his friends end up renting a room?

They decide to rent a room above a Chinese restaurant for their poker games.

Who is Carrie's client from L.A.?

Carrie's client is Kirstie Alley.

What does Carrie end up doing for Kirstie Alley?

Carrie ends up eating food for Kirstie Alley, who enjoys watching others eat.

How does Carrie discover Doug's secret hangout?

Carrie finds Doug's secret hangout when she visits the Chinese restaurant.

What was the original purpose of Doug's rented room?

The room was originally rented as a poker and hangout spot for Doug and his friends.

How does Doug justify keeping the hangout a secret from Carrie?

Doug explains it started as a group hangout, but he kept it for personal escape.

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