Ep 3. Cowardice
- July 4, 1996
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7.6 (88)
Tony and Gary are back with another hilarious misadventure in the fifth season of Men Behaving Badly (UK). In the third episode, "Cowardice," the duo finds themselves in a series of comical situations that test their courage and friendship.
The episode begins with Tony and Gary lamenting their boring lives at a local pub. Feeling stuck in a rut, they long for some excitement and a chance to prove their manliness. As fate would have it, a challenge arises when Tony accidentally spills his drink on a burly stranger, sparking a confrontation that neither of them expected.
Consumed by fear, Tony convinces Gary to help him right his wrong and apologize to the offended man. With their plan to apologize in action, the friends set off to find the stranger's house. However, their cowardice kicks in, and they quickly find themselves lost and terrified in an unfamiliar neighborhood.
While desperately searching for the stranger's house, Tony and Gary stumble upon another predicament. They witness a burglary taking place and must make a decision: intervene or run away? Paralyzed by fear, they opt for the latter, choosing self-preservation over heroism. This act of cowardice only further fuels their frustration and desire to prove themselves.
Amidst this chaos, Tony and Gary encounter Dorothy and Deborah, their long-suffering girlfriends. The women have their own plans for the evening, hoping to enjoy a relaxing girls' night in. Their presence provides both comedic relief and a moral compass as they observe the boys' escapades from a distance, unsure whether to join in or simply shake their heads in disbelief.
As Tony and Gary's night of frights continues, they stumble upon an abandoned construction site haunted by rumored paranormal activities. This eerie setting heightens their anxiety, with every creak and shadow magnified in their minds. But even in the face of ghosts and ghouls, the pair pushes forward, desperate to prove that they are not the cowards they believe themselves to be.
Meanwhile, Dorothy and Deborah, no longer willing to sit on the sidelines, decide to take matters into their own hands. They embark on a quest to find the boys, intending to offer their support and laughter along the way. This decision leads them on a hilarious journey of their own, encountering eccentric characters and improbable situations that serve as a parallel to Tony and Gary's predicament.
In the climax of "Cowardice," Tony and Gary find themselves in a life-threatening situation that forces them to confront their fears head-on. In this pivotal moment, their true characters are tested, leaving them with a newfound understanding of bravery, friendship, and the importance of facing their own insecurities.
As the episode concludes, our lovable duo emerges from their night of terror and cowardice, forever changed by their experiences. They return to the pub, humbled and refreshed, ready to take on life's challenges with newfound courage.
"Cowardice" is a rollercoaster of laughter and camaraderie, taking Tony and Gary on a journey of self-discovery as they navigate their own shortcomings. With their exaggerated antics and relatable struggles, this episode captures the essence of Men Behaving Badly and leaves viewers eagerly awaiting the next installment of their outrageous escapades.