Ep 11. Bobby's Girl
- TV-NR
- November 21, 1992
- 21 min
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(13)
Bobby's World season 3 episode 11, titled "Bobby's Girl," features Bobby trying to impress a girl named Jackie. Bobby and Jackie attend the same school, and Bobby is smitten with her. He becomes nervous and tongue-tied whenever he is near her, and he decides that the only way to win her over is by showing her how cool he is.
Bobby enlists the help of his Uncle Ted to make him cool. Uncle Ted tells Bobby that he needs to be confident, wear cool clothes, and have a cool haircut. Bobby takes Uncle Ted's advice and sets about transforming his look. He gets a new haircut, buys some cool clothes, and even tries to ride a skateboard.
Bobby's efforts to impress Jackie do not go unnoticed. She starts to pay more attention to Bobby, and soon they are spending more time together. Bobby is over the moon, but his happiness is short-lived. He soon realizes that Jackie only likes him because he is trying to be someone he is not.
Feeling disheartened, Bobby decides to be himself. He wears his old clothes, lets his hair grow out, and stops trying to impress Jackie. Jackie is taken aback by Bobby's sudden change, but she soon realizes that she likes him for who he truly is.
Bobby is pleased that he doesn't have to pretend to be someone he's not to make someone like him. He realizes that being true to yourself is the most important thing, and that people will like you for who you are.
The episode ends with Bobby and Jackie walking home from school together. Bobby is happy and content, knowing that he doesn't have to change who he is to make someone like him.
"Bobby's Girl" is a heartwarming and relatable episode that explores themes of self-confidence, acceptance, and true friendship. It is a great episode for kids and adults alike, as it highlights the importance of being true to yourself and valuing the friendships that are built on honesty and acceptance.