Ep 7. Drew in Court
- TV-NR
- November 8, 1995
- 22 min
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7.4 (138)
Drew in Court is an episode from the first season of The Drew Carey Show. In this episode, Drew finds himself in trouble with the law after he accidentally crashes into a police car. He is forced to go to court and face the consequences of his actions.
The episode opens with Drew and Lewis driving home from a bar. Drew is clearly drunk and loses control of the car, crashing into a police car. The police officer involved is angry and insists on pressing charges against Drew. Drew is devastated at the thought of going to court and potentially facing jail time.
The rest of the episode focuses on Drew's court case. He is represented by a public defender, who is not very helpful. Drew is nervous and unsure of what to do. He is surrounded by tough criminals and feels out of place.
During the trial, Drew tries to explain his side of the story. He tells the judge that he was drunk and didn't see the police car. He apologizes for his actions and promises to never drink and drive again. However, the judge is not swayed and decides to give Drew a harsh punishment.
The rest of the episode follows Drew as he tries to deal with the aftermath of his court case. He feels like a failure and is embarrassed to face his friends and co-workers. His boss, Mr. Wick, even threatens to fire him if he doesn't get his act together.
Despite the challenges, Drew begins to turn his life around. He attends AA meetings and starts to take responsibility for his actions. He also develops a close relationship with his public defender, who helps him navigate the legal system.
Overall, Drew in Court is an emotional and thought-provoking episode. It tackles the sensitive issue of drinking and driving and shows the consequences of irresponsible behavior. Fans of The Drew Carey Show will appreciate the serious tone of this episode and the depth of character development for Drew.