Ep 5. Girl Meets Mr. Squirrels

Girl Meets World is a television sitcom geared towards children and young teenagers. Created by Michael Jacobs and April Kelly, it originally premiered on Disney Channel in June of 2014. The show follows Riley Matthews, the daughter of beloved characters Cory and Topanga from the 90s series Boy Meets World, as she navigates the complexities of growing up and finding her place in the world. Along with her best friend, Maya Hart, and a cast of other teens, Riley learns important life lessons about friendship, family, and self-discovery.

Episode 5 of the show's second season is titled "Girl Meets Mr. Squirrels" and is a fan favorite. The episode primarily centers around the character of Farkle Minkus, Riley and Maya's eccentric classmate. Farkle has always been a quirky and entertaining addition to the show, but this episode delves deeper into his character and explores his personal struggles.

As the episode begins, Farkle announces that he has a crush on Riley and Maya. This initially causes some tension between the girls as they both try to sort out their feelings about Farkle. However, their focus quickly shifts when they discover that their beloved teacher, Mr. Matthews, has been replaced by a substitute - none other than Farkle's own father, Stuart Minkus.

Stuart Minkus is a hilarious and over-the-top character who provides plenty of laughs throughout the episode. As the new teacher, he tries to win over his students with gifts and bribes, but Farkle is quick to see through his father's antics. Farkle is convinced that his dad is trying too hard to impress everyone and not being true to himself.

As Farkle becomes increasingly disillusioned with his father, he begins to act out in class and lash out at his friends. This leads to some emotional scenes between Farkle, Riley, and Maya as they try to understand and support each other. Meanwhile, Mr. Minkus struggles to connect with his son and gain his trust as a teacher.

The episode reaches its climax when Mr. Minkus dresses up as a squirrel in an attempt to win over his students. The scene is both hilarious and touching as Farkle finally confronts his father about his behavior. The scene is a standout moment for actor Corey Fogelmanis, who plays Farkle, and showcases his impressive range as an actor.

Overall, "Girl Meets Mr. Squirrels" is a standout episode that highlights the importance of being true to oneself and the power of friendship. It also provides some much-needed character development for Farkle, who had previously been relegated to the role of comic relief. The episode is a must-watch for fans of the show and continues to be a fan favorite.