Ep 10. Funeral Party
- TV-14
- July 12, 2018
- 21 min
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7.4 (82)
In the season 2 finale of the sitcom Marlon, titled "Funeral Party," Marlon's ex-wife Ashley calls to inform him that her father has passed away. Ashley and Marlon have an on-again, off-again relationship, and Marlon is conflicted about whether or not to attend the funeral. His daughter's upcoming birthday party also complicates matters, and he's worried about letting her down.
Despite his reservations, Marlon decides to attend the funeral, and brings along his new girlfriend, Yvette. Things get awkward, however, when they run into Ashley's new boyfriend, whom Marlon can't stand. The tension between the two men reaches a boiling point at the funeral, and Marlon nearly comes to blows with his ex's beau.
Meanwhile, Marlon's son Zack is struggling with his own issues. He's been acting out at school and getting into trouble, and Marlon realizes that he's been neglecting his son's emotional needs. He takes Zack out for a bonding day, hoping to connect with him and get to the bottom of his behavior.
As the funeral winds down, Marlon and Ashley have a heart-to-heart about their relationship and the mistakes they've made in the past. They acknowledge that they'll always have a connection because of their children, but that they need to move on and find happiness apart from each other. Marlon leaves the funeral feeling bittersweet, but with a renewed sense of appreciation for his family and the people in his life.
Overall, "Funeral Party" is a poignant and funny episode that balances the weight of death and grief with the levity of Marlon's signature humor. It's a fitting end to the season, as Marlon grapples with his own mortality and the legacy he'll leave behind for his loved ones. Fans of the show will appreciate the emotional depth of this episode, as well as the hilarious antics that keep the tone light and entertaining.