Ep 13. Sam Again

In New Girl season 5 episode 13, titled "Sam Again," the gang is reunited with an old friend when Sam, the former roommate who had a tumultuous relationship with Jess, returns to Los Angeles. Jess reluctantly agrees to see Sam after he sends her a message saying that he’s in town and needs to talk. Before she meets up with him, she seeks advice from her friends, who have conflicting opinions about what she should do.

Winston is supportive of Jess meeting with Sam, recognizing that he was a good friend to him during their time as roommates. Schmidt, on the other hand, advises Jess not to go, citing Sam's previous manipulative behavior and telling her that he doesn't trust him. Cece is caught in the middle, but encourages Jess to follow her heart and do what feels right.

When Jess finally meets up with Sam, she discovers that he’s changed a lot since they last saw each other. He's sober, has a new job, and seems to be more emotionally stable. Despite their complicated past, Jess and Sam are able to have an honest conversation and even reminisce about their comedic moments as roommates. However, when Sam reveals his real reason for coming back to L.A., it puts Jess in a difficult position and tests their newfound friendship.

Meanwhile, Nick and Schmidt engage in their own battle when they both decide to buy the same type of car. They try to outdo each other with various modifications and accessories, leading to some hilarious mishaps. Their rivalry reaches a breaking point when they both go on a test drive with the same car salesman and end up bickering like children.

Back at the loft, Cece is in charge of sorting out the guys' mail, but ends up getting overwhelmed by the amount of junk mail they receive. She enlists the help of a handyman named Kyle, who she quickly begins to flirt with. However, their playful banter turns competitive when they discover they have opposing music tastes.

In the end, each character learns something about themselves and their relationships with others. Jess realizes that people can change and that forgiveness and second chances are sometimes necessary. Nick and Schmidt learn that their friendship is more important than material possessions. And Cece discovers that sometimes it's okay to let someone else take the lead.

Overall, "Sam Again" is a heartwarming and funny episode that showcases the strengths of the New Girl cast and their ability to bring complex relationships to life. It's a great addition to the fifth season and a must-watch for fans of the show.