Mama's Family Season 3 Episode 21
Mama's Family
Season 3

Ep 21. Buck Private Bubba

  • December 5, 1986
  • 7.5  (57)

Mama's Family season 3 episode 21 is titled "Buck Private Bubba" and showcases the life of a young soldier in training. The episode is full of drama and comedy, as the audience watches Bubba struggle to fit in with the other soldiers and adapt to the grueling life of an army recruit.

The story begins with Mama, Vint, and Naomi waiting eagerly for Bubba to come home on leave. They are excited to see him and catch up on all of his adventures, but their plans are soon disrupted when they realize that Bubba has enlisted in the army. They are shocked and worried, but Bubba is determined to serve his country and make them proud.

As Bubba begins his basic training, he realizes that it is much harder than he thought. The other soldiers are tough and intimidating, and the drill sergeant is even worse. Bubba struggles to keep up with the physical demands of training and the constant berating from his superiors.

Meanwhile, Mama is worried sick about Bubba and decides to pay him a surprise visit at the army base. When she arrives, she is shocked at the conditions and the intense training that the soldiers are going through. She is determined to get Bubba out of there and take him home, but Bubba insists that he wants to stay and prove himself.

As the episode progresses, Bubba begins to make progress in his training. He learns to work as a team with his fellow soldiers and becomes stronger and more disciplined. However, he still struggles with some aspects of the training, like running and doing push-ups, and often gets into trouble with the drill sergeant.

The climax of the episode occurs when the soldiers are put through a grueling endurance test. Bubba is determined to pass the test and make his family proud, but his physical limitations start to catch up with him. He falls behind the other soldiers and is in danger of failing the test.

In the end, Bubba finds the motivation to push through and finish the test. He passes with flying colors and is congratulated by his drill sergeant and fellow soldiers. Mama, Vint, and Naomi are all proud of Bubba and his accomplishments, and they welcome him home with open arms.

Overall, "Buck Private Bubba" is a heartwarming and humorous look at the life of a young soldier in training. The episode is full of memorable characters and funny moments, but also has a serious message about the sacrifices that soldiers make to serve their country. It's a great addition to the Mama's Family series and a must-watch for fans of the show.

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Description
  • First Aired
    December 5, 1986
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (57)