Ep 6. Doug's Derby Dilemma / Doug's On His Own
- TV-Y
- May 17, 1992
- 23 min
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6.8 (6)
Doug's Derby Dilemma / Doug's On His Own is an episode from the second season of the popular children's show Doug. In this episode, Doug and his friends are excited about participating in the annual Bluffington Soapbox Derby. However, when Doug sees how serious everyone is taking the event, he starts to feel nervous about his own car.
Doug's anxiety is compounded when his father, who is supposed to help him build the soapbox car, unexpectedly gets called away on a business trip. Left to fend for himself, Doug has to figure out how to build his car on his own.
As Doug works on his car, he becomes increasingly frustrated and overwhelmed, and he starts to doubt his ability to compete in the derby. Meanwhile, his friends are getting more and more competitive, and the pressure is mounting for Doug to step up his game.
When the day of the derby arrives, Doug is still struggling with his car, but he decides to go through with the race anyway. As he hurtles down the track, he realizes that it's not all about winning or having the best car - it's about having fun and doing your best.
In the second half of the episode, Doug is tasked with taking care of his baby sister, Judy, while his parents are out of town. At first, Doug is excited about the prospect of being in charge, but he quickly realizes that taking care of a 2-year-old is harder than he thought.
Judy is a handful, and Doug finds himself struggling to keep up with her demands. He tries to distract her with games and toys, but she has a mind of her own, and she doesn't always do what he wants her to do.
As the day goes on, Doug starts to feel more and more exhausted, and he realizes that taking care of a baby is a full-time job. However, he also discovers that it can be rewarding, and that he is capable of rising to the challenge.
Overall, Doug's Derby Dilemma / Doug's On His Own is a heartwarming episode about facing challenges, trying your best, and learning from your mistakes. Whether you're a kid or an adult, you're sure to find something relatable and inspiring in this classic episode of one of the most beloved children's shows of all time.