Ep 3. Christmas

Kevin is back with more charm and wit in the second season of The Wonder Years. In episode three aptly titled Christmas, Kevin and his family are getting ready for the most wonderful time of the year.

The episode starts with Kevin grocery shopping with his mom, Norma, when they bump into a high school teacher, Mr. Collins, who gives them a ride home. Mr. Collins seems to have a tense relationship with his wife and Norma offers to help in whatever way she can. Meanwhile, Kevin is itching to know what his Christmas present is going to be and decides to take a sneak peek in his parents' closet. What he finds is not what he expected, but it does spark an interesting conversation with his father.

As the family prepares for Christmas, Kevin's older brother Wayne is feeling down since he hasn't received any college acceptance letters yet. This leads to a heartwarming moment between Wayne and Kevin which shows the bond between siblings in a subtle yet profound way.

On Christmas Eve, the family sits down for dinner but the atmosphere is a bit tense due to Mr. Collins' marital troubles. The situation takes a turn when Mr. Collins arrives at their doorstep, clearly intoxicated, and disrupts their dinner. Kevin's father tries to reason with him and eventually gets him to leave. This sets off a chain reaction of events that test the family's resolve and their Christmas spiri.

The Wonder Years season 2 episode 3, Christmas, is a heartwarming and relatable look at the highs and lows of the holiday season. The show does a great job of capturing the essence of Christmas and the challenges that come with it. With the perfect blend of humor and emotion, the episode is a must-watch for fans of the show. It is also a great introduction to the overarching theme of the series, which is the passage of time and the memories that we hold dear.

The episode features a talented cast, led by Fred Savage as Kevin, who brings a genuine warmth and humor to the role. The supporting cast, including Dan Lauria and Alley Mills as Kevin's parents, and Jason Hervey as his older brother Wayne, all give stellar performances that add to the authenticity of the show.

Overall, The Wonder Years season 2 episode 3, Christmas, is a charming and heartfelt episode that captures the true spirit of the holiday season. It is a reminder that love and family are what truly matters during the holidays, and that the memories we make with the people we love will last a lifetime.