Best Friends Whenever season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Shelby and Cyd discover they can time travel after a laser experiment gone wrong in their friend Barry's lab. They initially use their newfound power to try and fix a disastrous attempt by Shelby to ask Cameron to the dance, which leads to a misunderstanding and a fallout. As they navigate their time travel abilities, they glimpse a future where they are no longer friends, prompting a deep reflection on their relationship. They reconcile, valuing their unique differences and resolving to share their living space more equitably, embracing the challenges and opportunities their time travel ability brings to their friendship.
Full Episode S01E01 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What triggers Shelby and Cyd's ability to time travel?
Their time travel ability is triggered by a laser accident in Barry's lab.
How do Shelby and Cyd realize they can control their time travel?
They discover that hugging while thinking of a specific time allows them to control their time travel.
What was Shelby's plan to ask Cameron to the dance?
Shelby's plan involved triggering the school's P.A. system to play Cameron's favorite music, flooding the hall with his favorite body spray, and using confetti cannons, all while Shelby stood in front of Cameron's locker.
Why do Shelby and Cyd have a fallout in the future?
They have a fallout over a misunderstanding involving Cyd supposedly asking Cameron to the dance, which escalates their underlying issues regarding living together.
How do Shelby and Cyd reconcile their differences?
They reconcile after realizing the importance of their friendship and the value of their differences, resolving to make their shared room feel more like both of theirs.
What mistake do Shelby and Cyd make with their time travel ability at the end of the episode?
They inadvertently trigger a setup at school meant for the dance proposal, leading to a surprise acceptance from a confused student.
Can Shelby and Cyd control when and where they time travel to?
They can control when they time travel by thinking of a specific time while in physical contact, but the process is new to them, and they are still learning its limits and consequences.