Ep 8. Driving Mr. Jackson
- TV-NR
- December 14, 2018
- 30 min
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7.5 (247)
Stephanie's son, Jackson, is turning 13, and as a birthday present, she surprises him with his first driving lesson. However, Stephanie's nerves get the best of her, and she tasks D.J. with teaching Jackson how to drive instead. While out on the road, Jackson ends up driving them to a graveyard, sending both D.J. and Jackson spiraling into an emotional conversation about death, life, and the uncertainty of everything in between.
Meanwhile, Danny Tanner is in town visiting from LA, and Steve offers to take him out for a day of golfing. However, Danny's competitive side gets in the way, as Steve learns firsthand just how ruthless the Tanner patriarch can be on the green. Things take a turn for the worse when Danny accidentally hits Kimmy Gibbler in the head with his golf ball, putting a damper on their day out.
Back at the house, Kimmy and Fernando are busy planning their upcoming wedding, but tensions begin to flare when Kimmy realizes that Fernando has been keeping secrets from her. With the help of Ramona and her trusty journal, Kimmy decides to confront Fernando about his dishonesty, leading to a heart-to-heart conversation about trust, honesty, and their future together.
As the night wears on, the entire Fuller/Tanner/Gibbler clan comes together to celebrate Jackson's birthday with a party filled with balloons, cake, and karaoke. However, things take an unexpected turn when Jackson decides to perform an emotional song dedicated to his mom, leaving everyone in tears and reminding us all of the power of family, love, and forgiveness.
Overall, "Driving Mr. Jackson" is a heartwarming episode that tackles a variety of complex themes and emotions. From the uncertainty of growing up to the difficulties of trust and honesty in relationships, this episode is a testament to the resilience and strength of the Fuller House family. So grab some tissues and get ready to laugh, cry, and sing your heart out with this unforgettable episode.