Ep 18. Doug Gets a Roomate
- January 11, 1997
Doug Funnie is back with another hilarious adventure in "Doug Gets a Roommate," the 18th episode of the fifth season of the beloved animated series. In this episode, Doug's parents have decided to convert his old room into a space for their new exercise equipment. This leaves Doug with the task of finding a new place to sleep, and after some quick brainstorming he decides to get a roommate to help him with the rent.
The search for a roommate is not as easy as Doug thought it would be. He quickly discovers that renting a room is not as simple as just finding someone to share a space with. There are interviews to conduct, background checks to run, and potential roommates to evaluate. Doug is worried that he'll never find the right roommate until his best friend, Skeeter, suggests that he post an ad on the bulletin board at the local record store.
Doug's ad is short and sweet: "Roommate Wanted. Clean, responsible, and fun-loving. No pets." After a few days, he gets a response from a guy named Lamarr. Lamarr seems perfect at first, but Doug soon realizes that he's a bit too perfect. He cleans obsessively, follows a strict schedule, and doesn't seem to have any hobbies or interests besides cleaning and organizing.
The next potential roommate is a girl named Lisette, who seems like she'd be a good fit at first. She's friendly, outgoing, and loves music, just like Doug. However, when Doug takes her to see the room, he discovers that she has a collection of hundreds of live crickets. Needless to say, Doug quickly crosses Lisette off the list of potential roommates.
Doug eventually finds a roommate in a guy named Eddie. Eddie is a fun-loving guy who loves playing video games and watching cartoons. He's also a bit of a slob, but Doug is willing to overlook that for the sake of having a friend to share his space with. However, things start to go downhill when Doug discovers that Eddie has a habit of not paying his share of the rent on time.
As the episode progresses, Doug learns some valuable lessons about what it takes to live with another person. He realizes that living with someone else means compromising and being willing to work around each other's schedules and lifestyles. Doug also comes to understand the importance of communication when it comes to living with a roommate. Throughout the episode, he works through various conflicts with his potential roommates and learns what it means to be a good roommate himself.
Overall, "Doug Gets a Roommate" is a hilarious and heartwarming episode that is sure to have viewers laughing out loud. With its clever writing and lovable characters, this episode is a must-see for anyone who loves cartoons and comedy. Whether you're a longtime fan of the series or just discovering it for the first time, you won't want to miss this classic episode of Doug.