Ep 8. Cousin Urkel
- TVG
- November 2, 1990
- 23 min
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7.6 (144)
In Family Matters season 2 episode 8 titled "Cousin Urkel", viewers are introduced to a brand-new character, Steve Urkel's cousin Myrtle Urkel. Myrtle is portrayed as a sassy and quirky young girl who is very similar to Steve in her appearance, but possesses a much louder and more assertive personality. She comes to stay with the Winslow family for the weekend, much to the disappointment of Laura, who doesn't particularly enjoy spending time with Steve.
The episode is centered around Myrtle constantly trying to one-up Steve in every possible way, creating a competitive and often hilarious dynamic between the two cousins. It soon becomes clear that Myrtle has a crush on Eddie, Laura's older brother, and she goes to great lengths to try to impress him. However, Eddie is not interested and finds her annoying, much to Myrtle's dismay.
Meanwhile, Carl, the patriarch of the Winslow family, is dealing with his own issues at work. He is tasked with training a new rookie cop, Officer Geiss, who seems to be very inexperienced and not up to the task. Carl grows increasingly frustrated with Officer Geiss' incompetence, but ultimately learns a valuable lesson about leadership and teamwork.
As the episode progresses, Myrtle's antics become increasingly over-the-top, including some hilariously dramatic attempts to get Eddie's attention. Eventually, Laura and Steve team up to teach Myrtle a lesson about being herself and not trying to change who she is just to impress others. This culminates in a heartwarming moment where Myrtle learns to embrace her own quirks and individuality, ultimately earning the respect and acceptance of the Winslow family.
Overall, "Cousin Urkel" is a fun and light-hearted episode with a strong message about self-acceptance and the importance of being true to oneself. With the addition of Myrtle to the cast, viewers are treated to a delightful glimpse into the extended Urkel family, and the relationships and dynamics between all the characters make for an entertaining and enjoyable watch.
