Ep 11. Doug Graduates / Doug's Bad Trip
- TV-Y
- June 19, 1994
- 23 min
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8.4 (71)
In the eleventh episode of Doug's fourth season, titled "Doug Graduates / Doug's Bad Trip", Doug Funnie finally graduates from Bluffington School. However, he soon discovers that leaving behind his friends, teachers, and the school he has known for so long isn't as easy as he thought it would be.
Doug is excited to graduate, but he starts to feel sad as he realizes things will never be the same. His friends, including Skeeter, will go their separate ways, and Doug will have to move on to high school. To make matters worse, Roger Klotz disrupts the graduation ceremony by pulling off a prank, which only adds to Doug's disappointment.
But Doug's bad day is far from over. When he agrees to buy a rare comic book for a collector, he ends up accidentally taking expired allergy medication, leading him to have a very strange and scary trip. Doug's vivid hallucinations include giant bees, man-eating plants, and more, that only add to his already overwhelming fear and anxiety.
Meanwhile, Doug's friends try to cheer him up after his disappointing graduation ceremony by planning a surprise party for him. But when Doug's bad trip becomes apparent, they have to work together to make sure he is safe and gets the help he needs to overcome his bad trip.
Throughout the episode, Doug struggles with the challenges of growing up and dealing with changes in his life. He struggles to let go of the past, accept change, and move forward. His experiences ultimately teach him that it's okay to be scared and unsure of the future, but that he can always count on the support of his friends to help him through tough times.
Overall, "Doug Graduates / Doug's Bad Trip" is a heartfelt and emotional episode that explores the challenges of growing up and moving on. With its relatable themes and lovable characters, this episode is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever faced changes or uncertainty in their lives.