Ep 21. Honesty Night
- TV-PG
- April 24, 1998
- 21 min
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7.6 (211)
In Boy Meets World Season 5 Episode 21, the Matthews family decides to have an "Honesty Night" where each member of the family is encouraged to reveal their deepest secrets to one another. Cory, who is usually the one causing trouble, is reluctant to participate, but eventually agrees after some convincing from his parents.
The night starts off with Eric revealing that he lost his virginity at a very young age, which shocks his parents. Alan and Amy, who are both visibly upset, try to stay composed and listen to their son's confession. The tension in the room continues to rise as each family member takes turns sharing their secrets.
When it's Cory's turn, he admits that he has been lying about his grades at school and is struggling in one of his classes. His parents are disappointed in him, but praise him for finally being honest with them. Topanga, who is there as Cory's girlfriend, reveals that she has been having dreams about other guys and is worried about the state of their relationship.
Shawn, who is Cory's best friend, reveals that he has been struggling with his feelings for a girl and is afraid to tell her how he really feels. The night ends with everyone feeling emotionally drained, but closer as a family.
Overall, Boy Meets World Season 5 Episode 21 is a heartfelt episode that focuses on the importance of honesty and communication within a family. It tackles important issues such as sexual experiences, academic struggles, and relationships in a respectful and relatable way. Fans of the show will not want to miss this touching episode.