Ep 4. Guns, Pills and Birds
- TVPG
- October 6, 2016
- 21 min
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7.5 (997)
In Superstore season 2 episode 4, "Guns, Pills and Birds," the employees at Cloud 9 find themselves dealing with a variety of unusual situations.
The main storyline follows Jonah (Ben Feldman) as he tries to help out a customer named Marcus (Nick Cannon) who is looking to buy a gun. Marcus is convinced that he needs to protect himself and his family, but Jonah becomes increasingly uncomfortable with the idea of selling him a firearm. Throughout the episode, Jonah tries to dissuade Marcus from buying the gun but ultimately has to make a difficult decision about what to do.
Meanwhile, Dina (Lauren Ash) becomes obsessed with taking care of a litter of baby birds that she finds outside the store. She is determined to keep them safe from harm, but her efforts become increasingly frantic as she tries to juggle her duties as assistant manager with her newfound passion for bird rescue.
Elsewhere in the store, Cheyenne (Nichole Bloom) accidentally takes a handful of pills that are meant for Glenn (Mark McKinney) and has to deal with the unintended consequences. And Mateo (Nico Santos) tries to get back at a customer who he believes has been stealing from the store by enlisting the help of the other employees.
As always, Superstore brings its trademark mix of humor and heart to these varied storylines. The episode explores themes related to gun ownership, addiction, and animal welfare, all while maintaining its lighthearted and irreverent tone. The talented cast, which also includes America Ferrera, Colton Dunn, and Kaliko Kauahi, delivers strong performances that keep the audience engaged and invested in the characters' fates.
Overall, "Guns, Pills and Birds" is a standout episode of Superstore that showcases the series' ability to tackle serious issues while still maintaining its comedic edge. It's a must-watch for fans of the show and a great introduction for newcomers looking to get hooked on this beloved workplace comedy.