Ep 8. The 17-Year Itch
- TVPG
- November 29, 1990
- 46 min
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6.3 (315)
Beverly Hills 90210 season 1 episode 8, titled "The 17-Year Itch," is a thrilling and drama-packed episode that delves into the romantic relationships between the show's main characters. The episode opens up with Brenda and Dylan on a date where they are both still feeling the heat from their previous romantic escapades. However, their romantic sparks are cut short when Brenda's parents confront her with an ultimatum; they want her to break up with Dylan for good.
Meanwhile, Kelly, who has been secretly harboring a crush on Brandon, finally gets the courage to ask him out on a date. The date starts off well enough with the two of them enjoying each other's company over dinner, but things soon take a turn for the worse when Kelly reveals her true feelings for Brandon- leaving him confused and unable to reciprocate.
In another part of town, Andrea and Brandon attend a party where Andrea is introduced to a guy named Peter, who seems smitten with her. Despite her attraction to him, Andrea hesitates to pursue anything beyond a friendship due to their age difference.
As the night progresses, the tension between Brenda and Dylan continues to rise, culminating in the two getting caught making out in Dylan's car by none other than Brenda's parents. The confrontation that follows leads to a major rift between Brenda and her parents, who are now more determined than ever to break them apart.
At the same time, Kelly struggles with her newfound feelings for Brandon, causing a rift between her and her best friend Donna who is feeling left out and abandoned. The tension between Kelly and Donna puts a strain on their friendship that will take some time to heal.
As the episode comes to a close, we see Brenda and Dylan seeking solace in each other's company despite the obstacles that stand in their way. Meanwhile, Kelly is left grappling with her feelings for Brandon as she tries to come to terms with the fact that he may never feel the same way about her.
Overall, "The 17-Year Itch" is an emotional and captivating episode that explores the complicated nature of young love and the challenges that come with it.