The Neighborhood season 2 episode 8 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Calvin faces a dilemma when his bowling partner injures himself, leading Dave to volunteer as a replacement, much to Calvin's skepticism. Meanwhile, Tina and Gemma engage in a competitive dance-off at the bowling alley. In the backdrop, Malcolm experiments with cryptocurrency investments, guided by Marty. The main event is the bowling championship, where Calvin confronts his high school trauma of being nicknamed "Wrong Way Butler" by the opposing Pink Ladies team. With Dave's support, Calvin overcomes his past, leading to a triumphant win for the duo. The episode closes with continued rivalry in dance between Tina and Gemma, and Calvin and Dave savoring their victory.
Full Episode S02E08 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Calvin consider forfeiting the bowling championship game?
Calvin considered forfeiting because his partner, Ernie, sprained his wrist and couldn't play.
Who offered to be Calvin's new bowling partner?
Dave offered to be Calvin's new bowling partner.
What are the Pink Ladies known for in the bowling league?
The Pink Ladies are known as a tough and competitive team in the bowling league.
What nickname do the Pink Ladies use to taunt Calvin?
The Pink Ladies taunt Calvin with the nickname "Wrong Way Butler."
Why do Tina and Gemma dislike bowling?
Tina and Gemma dislike bowling due to hygiene concerns with rented shoes and using shared bowling balls.
What high school incident haunts Calvin?
Calvin is haunted by a high school incident where he mistakenly ran the wrong way during a football game.
How does Dave help Calvin overcome his past embarrassment?
Dave helps Calvin by encouraging him to forgive his younger self for the mistake.
What investment does Marty introduce to Malcolm?
Marty introduces Malcolm to cryptocurrency investment.
How does the championship game end?
Calvin and Dave win the championship game against the Pink Ladies.
What game do Tina and Gemma compete in?
Tina and Gemma compete in a dance game called Dance Floor Party.
What happens to Malcolm's investment in cryptocurrency?
Malcolm loses half of his investment in cryptocurrency.
How does Marty help Malcolm with his financial loss?
Marty buys out Malcolm's cryptocurrency investment at its current market value.
What strategy does Calvin use to ignore the Pink Ladies' taunts?
Calvin uses noise-canceling headphones to ignore the Pink Ladies' taunts.
What happens after Calvin and Dave win the game?
After winning, Calvin and Dave celebrate with a dance, and Calvin makes a comeback against the Pink Ladies' taunts.
How does Gemma defeat Tina in the dance game?
Gemma defeats Tina by beating her high score in the Dance Floor Party game.