Ep 8. My Boyfriend's Back
- TVPG
- October 5, 1991
- 22 min
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6.7 (220)
Zack Morris is thrilled when his longtime girlfriend Kelly Kapowski returns to Bayside High after a summer away. However, his excitement is short-lived when he discovers that Kelly has already moved on and has a new boyfriend, Jeff Hunter. Jeff is a handsome and charming newcomer who quickly wins over Kelly, leaving Zack feeling jealous and left out.
As the episode progresses, Zack becomes increasingly convinced that Jeff is not the right guy for Kelly. He tries to point out Jeff's flaws to her, but Kelly brushes off his concerns and insists that she is happy with Jeff. Undeterred, Zack hatches a plan to break up Kelly and Jeff so that he can win Kelly back.
Zack's plan involves enlisting the help of his friends to make Jeff look bad in front of Kelly. He encourages Slater to challenge Jeff to a wrestling match, knowing that Jeff has no wrestling experience and will likely lose. Meanwhile, Jesse and Lisa try to convince Kelly that Jeff is not as great as he seems by pointing out his annoying habits and flaws.
Things come to a head at a school dance, where Kelly and Jeff are crowned king and queen. Zack sees his chance to make his move and interrupts the dance to declare his love for Kelly. However, his plan goes awry when Jeff steps in and defends his relationship with Kelly.
Zack realizes that he has been selfish and recognizes that Kelly is really happy with Jeff. He apologizes to both of them and makes peace with the situation. In the end, Kelly and Jeff are still together, but Zack comes away with a newfound sense of maturity and a deeper appreciation for the meaning of love.
Overall, "My Boyfriend's Back" is a classic episode of Saved by the Bell that tackles themes of jealousy, love, and friendship. It showcases the strong bonds between the characters and illustrates the challenges that come along with navigating relationships in high school. As always, the episode is full of laughs, drama, and heartwarming moments that are sure to resonate with fans of the show.