Ep 9. Nathaniel Gets the Message!

Rebecca Bunch, a successful lawyer in New York City, gives up her job to move to West Covina, California in the hopes of rekindling a romance with her ex-boyfriend, Josh Chan. Along the way, she befriends a slew of quirky characters, confronts her mental health issues head-on, and attempts to navigate the trials and tribulations of love and life in this offbeat musical comedy series.

In "Nathaniel Gets the Message!," the tenth episode of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend's third season, Rebecca (Rachel Bloom) and Nathaniel (Scott Michael Foster) find themselves at odds once again. After the two had an intimate moment in the previous episode, Nathaniel is eager to take his relationship with Rebecca to the next level. However, Rebecca is hesitant, realizing that her feelings towards Nathaniel are still complicated, and that she doesn't want to hurt him or herself in the process.

Meanwhile, Paula (Donna Lynne Champlin) and her husband Scott (Steve Monroe) are dealing with their own issues, as the couple's marriage hits a rough patch. As they struggle to reconnect, Rebecca and Nathaniel continue to dance around their feelings for each other, unsure of what the future may hold.

As always, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend manages to balance humor and heartbreak with ease, offering up a nuanced portrayal of modern relationships and the struggles that come with them. With standout musical numbers, sharp writing, and a talented cast of performers, "Nathaniel Gets the Message!" is a must-watch episode for fans of this beloved series.