Ep 12. Kicked Out

In the 12th episode of season 4 of the hit comedy TV show, Malcolm in the Middle, titled Kicked Out, the viewers get a glimpse into the tumultuous world of the Wilkerson family. As the episode begins, we see that Lois is in a foul mood, given that her eldest son Francis has come back home after being kicked out of military school. Adding to her woes, she is also unable to sleep due to her snoring husband, Hal.

Meanwhile, Malcolm is gearing up for his much-anticipated academic decathlon competition. However, things take a turn for the worst when he discovers that he has been excluded from the team due to an academic oversight. With his dreams of winning the championship and impressing his crush crushed, Malcolm is left feeling dejected and angry.

As if that wasn’t enough, Dewey is also dealing with his own set of problems. He has been kicked out of the gifted class due to his poor grades. He tries to hide the truth from his parents, but as tensions mount in the household, his secret soon comes to the surface.

To make matters worse, Malcolm’s youngest brother Jamie is a constant source of tantrums and chaos, causing further stress for the family. Lois’s frustration reaches a boiling point when Jamie’s behavior ends up ruining the dinner she has prepared for the family.

With the household in turmoil, the family decides to take a drastic step and kick Francis out of the house. While Malcolm views this as a necessary step to maintain harmony, he is deeply conflicted about it as he knows how much his brother means to him, despite their differences.

As the episode progresses, we see each member of the family grappling with their own issues. While Malcolm tries to come to terms with his exclusion from the competition, he also learns some important lessons about the importance of family. Similarly, Dewey finds solace in a surprising source, Hal makes a breakthrough with his snoring, and Lois struggles to balance her desire for discipline with her love for her family.

The episode ends on a heartwarming note, with Francis, Hal, and Malcolm embarking on a road trip together, helping Francis come to terms with his recent struggles. With this episode, Malcolm in the Middle delivers its signature blend of humor, drama, and heart, making for an entertaining and insightful watch.