Ep 3. Relationships

In "Relationships," the third episode of season 2 of Letterkenny, we see the various characters of the small Canadian town grappling with matters of the heart. The episode opens with Wayne (Jared Keeso) advising his sister Katy (Michelle Mylett) on her relationship troubles, and we soon see that she's not the only one struggling.

Wayne's own love life becomes a focus of the episode as he begins dating a local farmer named Rosie (Clark Backo), who he meets while picking up some produce for his sister's upcoming birthday party. The two hit it off right away, but Wayne is hesitant to introduce her to his friends for fear of judgement.

Meanwhile, Wayne's best friend Daryl (Nathan Dales) is experiencing his own relationship problems. His girlfriend Anik (Alexis Louder) is feeling neglected and insecure, leading Daryl to try to make it up to her by planning a romantic evening at a local motel. However, things don't go quite as planned, and Daryl finds himself in a sticky situation with motel owner Gail (Lisa Codrington), a character who will go on to reappear throughout the series.

The episode also showcases a budding romance between two minor characters, skids Roald (Evan Stern) and Stewart (Tyler Johnston). They are seen going on a date to a restaurant, where they discuss their shared love of certain movies (particularly those featuring Brendan Fraser).

As with all episodes of Letterkenny, the humor in "Relationships" is largely derived from the unique banter and dialect of the show's characters. Fans of the series will recognize the rapid-fire patter and intricate insults that have become its trademark. However, there are also moments of sweetness and vulnerability, particularly in the scenes between Wayne and Rosie, which allow the characters to show different sides of themselves.

Overall, "Relationships" continues the trend of the series' first season, balancing raunchy humor with genuine heart. It showcases the romantic struggles of a small town in a way that feels relatable and universal, and sets up further developments in the series' ongoing love stories.