Ep 5. Rainbow
- August 20, 2021
- 38 min
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8.9 (8,326)
Ted Lasso season 2 episode 5, "Rainbow" sees the AFC Richmond team struggling to find its groove on the field. After a series of losses, the team is beginning to lose morale, and everyone is looking to head coach Ted Lasso to turn things around.
Meanwhile, tensions are running high for some of the team's members off the field. Keely and Roy's relationship is put to the test when Roy finds out that Keely has been keeping a secret from him. Meanwhile, Jamie's father is in town to provide some fatherly advice and support, but Jamie is less than thrilled to have him around.
As the team prepares for their next big game, Ted decides to take an unorthodox approach to boosting morale. He recruits the team to participate in a community outreach event, and the team ends up spending the day working with a youth LGBTQ support group.
Through the course of the day, the team learns about the struggles facing young LGBTQ people, and they're reminded of just how important a sense of community and acceptance can be. As they work together to make a difference in the lives of these young people, the team begins to feel a renewed sense of purpose and unity.
Back on the field, the team's newfound sense of community and support helps them pull off a big win. And as Keely and Roy work through their issues and Jamie comes to terms with his own feelings about his father, it seems that everyone is starting to find their way forward once again.
Overall, "Rainbow" is a heartwarming and uplifting episode that reminds us of the power of community and acceptance. It's a great example of the show's thoughtful writing and well-rounded character development, and it's sure to leave viewers feeling inspired and hopeful.