Ep 101. Saved By the Bell: Hawaiian Style
- November 26, 1992
Saved By the Bell: Hawaiian Style is a special two-part episode of the popular teen sitcom, Saved By the Bell. The episode first aired on NBC on November 27, 1992, as the first part of a two-part episode event. Part two of the episode aired the following week on December 4, 1992.
In this episode, the gang from Bayside High School - Zack Morris, Kelly Kapowski, A.C. Slater, Screech Powers, Lisa Turtle, and Jesse Spano - are headed to Hawaii to compete in a volleyball tournament against other schools from around the world. While they are there, they stay at the Hawaiian Hideaway, a resort owned by the parents of Kelly's grandfather.
The group is excited to be in Hawaii, but they quickly realize that their rivals in the volleyball tournament are tough competition. The team from Palisades High School, in particular, seems unbeatable due to the skill of their star player, Stacey Carosi, who is the daughter of the owner of the rival resort, the Palisades Resort.
Zack, being Zack, decides that he's not going to let Stacey and the Palisades team win so easily. He comes up with a plan to steal Stacey's volleyball playbook, hoping to gain a competitive advantage. However, this doesn't go as smoothly as he planned, and he has to face the consequences of his actions.
Meanwhile, the gang also gets involved in some romantic entanglements. Kelly and Zack are still together, but their relationship is tested when Kelly meets a fellow volleyball player named Jeff, who catches her eye. Slater, on the other hand, falls for Stacey, which complicates things even further.
Throughout the episode, the gang encounters a variety of Hawaiian traditions and customs, including a traditional Hawaiian feast called a luau, surfing lessons, and hula dancing.
Overall, Saved By the Bell: Hawaiian Style is a fun, lighthearted episode that showcases the cast's chemistry and comedic abilities. It's a must-watch for fans of the show, as well as anyone who loves a good '90s nostalgia trip. The tropical setting and beachy vibes make it a perfect escapist episode, and the inclusion of Hawaiian culture adds an educational element to the show.
