Ep 8. Roller? I Hardly Knew Her!

Bob's Burgers is an animated television sitcom that revolves around the lives of the Belcher family who run a burger joint in a seaside town. The show follows Bob, the father and owner of the restaurant, his wife Linda, and their three children Tina, Gene, and Louise.

In season 9 episode 8, titled "Roller? I Hardly Knew Her!," the Belchers are excited to attend the first-ever "Wonder Wharf Roller Coaster Expo," which promises to showcase all the latest and greatest roller coaster technology. The family has always been fans of amusement parks and they can't wait to see what's in store for them.

However, trouble ensues when they discover that the event has been oversold and the lines are unbearably long. The family decides to split up to cover more ground and try to see everything that the expo has to offer. Bob and Linda take the more laid-back approach and opt for sitting in on a seminar about how to manage roller coasters, which features a motivational speaker named Hank.

The kids, on the other hand, are on a mission to ride every roller coaster they can find. Tina is excited to conquer her fear of the "Thunderbolt," but when she finally gets her chance to ride, she chickens out and runs away, leaving Gene and Louise to ride on their own. Meanwhile, Linda and Bob are convinced by Hank to try out a virtual reality roller coaster simulator. Their first experience is smooth sailing, but things get a little too real when the simulator malfunctions and they find themselves in a state of virtual peril.

Along the way, the Belchers encounter a mysterious woman named Kimberly who seems to have a hidden agenda at the expo. A series of escalating mishaps and hijinks eventually leads to a high-stakes showdown between Kimberly and the Belchers.

"Roller? I Hardly Knew Her!" is a lighthearted episode that emphasizes the importance of facing one's fears, working together as a family, and finding humor in unexpected situations. The Belchers are as charming and hilarious as ever, with plenty of witty one-liners and physical comedy. The episode also explores the theme of ambition and what happens when our desires exceed our grasp. Ultimately, the family learns to appreciate the roller coasters they have already ridden and not take them for granted.

Fans of the show will appreciate the heartwarming yet zany antics of the Belcher family in this episode, which showcases the show's signature blend of silly humor and relatable family dynamics. "Roller? I Hardly Knew Her!" is a fun and entertaining installment in the Bob's Burgers series that is sure to leave viewers laughing and cheering for the Belchers.