Ep 16. Everybody Hates the BFD
- TVPG
- April 6, 2008
- 20 min
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7.4 (190)
Everybody Hates Chris is a sitcom set in the 1980s in Brooklyn, New York, which follows the life of a teenage boy named Chris Rock. The show revolves around Chris' experiences growing up in a working-class family and attending a predominantly white school. Each episode brings a mix of humor and heart as Chris navigates his way through adolescence.
In season 3 episode 16, titled "Everybody Hates the BFD," Chris starts to feel the pressure of his upcoming Biology Field Day competition. When the school's top student tells him that he won't do well because he's from a poorer neighborhood, Chris becomes even more determined to win.
His first obstacle comes in the form of his partner for the competition, a girl named Angel. Chris is annoyed that he has to work with someone who isn't taking the competition as seriously as he is. When Angel reveals that she only signed up for the competition because she likes spending time with him, Chris starts to thaw a little.
Chris' mom Rochelle is also dealing with her own challenges in this episode. She's on a mission to get her driver's license, but keeps failing the test. When she learns that her neighbor across the street passed on her first try, Rochelle is determined to figure out how to pass.
Meanwhile, Chris' younger brother Drew is in a musical production of The Wiz. Drew is thrilled to be playing the Scarecrow, but he's having trouble remembering his lines. When Chris tries to help him, Drew dismisses him by telling him that he's not cool enough to know about Broadway.
As the Biology Field Day competition gets closer, Chris becomes more and more stressed. He starts to doubt himself and worry that his neighborhood is holding him back. But with the help of Angel, he realizes that his skills and knowledge are just as good as the other students'.
The episode ends with Rochelle finally passing her driver's test. She's thrilled to be able to take her kids to school without having to take the bus. Chris and Angel also succeed in the competition, impressing their teacher and proving that hard work pays off. Drew pulls off his performance in The Wiz without any hiccups, and the family celebrates with a night out at their favorite restaurant.
Overall, season 3 episode 16 of Everybody Hates Chris is a heartwarming episode about the importance of believing in yourself and the support of those around you. It combines the show's trademark humor with some poignant moments, and is a must-watch for fans of the series.