Ep 8. Judge Annie

Duncanville season 1 episode 8, titled "Judge Annie," follows the story of Annie, who is running for judicial office in the town. Annie enlists the help of Duncan and his friends to spread the word about her campaign. However, when they help her campaign in their usual irreverent manner, they end up causing more harm than good.

The episode starts with Annie introducing herself as a candidate for judicial office in town. She explains that she has a lot of experience in the field and is running on a platform of "justice for all." However, while the adults in town are supportive of her campaign, the kids of Duncanville aren't quite as enthusiastic.

Duncan, his sister Kimberly, and their friends Bex and Yangzi are hanging out at a pizza place when Annie comes in to ask for their help. She wants them to create a video for her campaign that can be posted on social media. The kids are hesitant at first, but Annie convinces them that they can make a difference.

The kids' first idea for the video is to create a rap song about Annie's campaign, but Annie is hesitant about the idea. She wants something more professional and dignified. However, when they try to make the video more serious, it ends up coming across as boring and uninteresting.

In the meantime, Duncan's dad Jack is going through a midlife crisis, and decides to enter a bodybuilding competition. This subplot is woven throughout the episode, adding a comedic element to the story.

As the kids continue to work on the video, they decide to use humor to make Annie more relatable. They create a series of sketches, including one where Annie is dressed up as a superhero, that they hope will go viral. However, when the video is posted online, it creates a backlash.

Annie's opponents in the judicial race use the video to attack her, saying that she isn't taking the campaign seriously. This puts Annie in a difficult position, as she needs to balance her desire to win the election with her commitment to running an ethical campaign.

Throughout the episode, there are several other subplots that add to the humor and drama of the story. These include Bex's attempt to start a business selling homemade cookies, and Yangzi's obsession with a popular video game.

As the episode reaches its climax, Annie must navigate the fallout from the video, while also dealing with the personal struggles of the kids in her campaign. The episode ends with a heartwarming moment that shows the bond between Annie and the kids, as well as the importance of standing up for what you believe in.

Overall, "Judge Annie" is a funny and engaging episode of Duncanville that explores themes of politics, friendship, and family. It showcases the strengths of the show's ensemble cast, while also delving into the personal struggles of each character. Whether you're a fan of the show or new to it, this episode is definitely worth a watch.