Ep 12. The Magic Motor Inn
- TVPG
- January 24, 2020
- 21 min
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7.3 (169)
In Fresh Off the Boat season 6 episode 12, titled "The Magic Motor Inn," the Huang family goes on a road trip to visit a relative in Florida. Along the way, they stop at a rundown motel called the Magic Motor Inn and are surprised to find that it is owned by an old acquaintance, Jaleel White (playing himself).
The family is initially hesitant to stay at the motel due to its shabby appearance, but they soon realize that it holds a special place in their hearts. The Huangs reflect on their past experiences of staying in similar motels during their early days in America.
As the family settles in for the night, they encounter various strange characters who are also staying at the motel. Jessica is convinced that one of the guests is a drug dealer, while Louis gets into a heated argument with a man over a parking space.
Meanwhile, Eddie and Emery try to impress a group of girls who are staying in the room next to theirs. They attempt to use their newly acquired karaoke machine to lure the girls over, but their plan ultimately backfires.
Throughout their stay, the Huangs learn valuable lessons about family, tradition, and American culture. The Magic Motor Inn, despite its flaws, becomes a symbol of their heritage and serves as a reminder of all the obstacles they have overcome as a family.
In the end, the Huangs leave the motel with a renewed sense of appreciation for their roots and the journey that brought them to where they are today. "The Magic Motor Inn" is a heartwarming episode that pays tribute to the struggles of immigrant families and the importance of never forgetting where you came from.