Superstore Season 1 Episode 8 Wedding Sale
- TVPG
- February 1, 2016
- 21 min
-
7.4 (1,161)
In Superstore season 1 episode 8, titled "Wedding Sale," the employees of Cloud 9 are gearing up for a sale event that will cater to soon-to-be-wed couples. The episode starts with Dina, played by Lauren Ash, announcing the "Love & Matrimony Sale" over the store's intercom system and urging customers to avail of the discounts on wedding-related items such as dresses, rings, and cake toppers.
The event is set to last the entire weekend, and the employees are tasked with making it a success. Amy, played by America Ferrera, takes charge of the fitting room, where she gives bridal advice to customers while also keeping an eye on her coworkers' shenanigans. Meanwhile, Jonah, played by Ben Feldman, attempts to boost sales in the apparel department by encouraging customers to buy matching outfits for their big day.
As the sale progresses, tensions arise between Amy and her husband, Adam, played by Ryan Gaul. Adam has been using the store as his personal playground, trying out the products and bothering the employees. The strain on their relationship comes to a head when he shows up at the store with his new girlfriend, an aspiring wedding singer, just as Amy is trying to help a customer. The situation leads to an emotional conversation between the couple, which sets up an interesting arc for the remaining episodes of the season.
Elsewhere in the store, Cheyenne, played by Nichole Bloom, and her boyfriend Bo, played by Johnny Pemberton, are trying to get their engagement ring back from a pawn shop. They need the ring to return it to the store and get a refund, but the pawn shop owner is not willing to give it back. Their journey to retrieve the ring takes them on a mini-adventure that's both funny and heartwarming.
Moreover, the wedding sale provides an opportunity for some hilarious misunderstandings between the employees. Mateo, played by Nico Santos, tries to trick customers into buying expensive rings by convincing them that it's a sign of love while also flirting with one of his coworkers, Jeff, played by Michael Bunin. Sandra, played by Kaliko Kauahi, is trying to channel her inner wedding planner by trying on bridal gowns, but she struggles with the thought of being alone at her own wedding.
At the end of the day, the sale turns out to be a success, with the employees bonding over their shared experiences throughout the weekend. While there's some sadness and emotional turmoil, the show maintains the upbeat and fun tone that's come to define Superstore.
Overall, "Wedding Sale" is an entertaining and heartwarming episode that showcases the comedic talent and chemistry of the Superstore cast. The sales event serves as a backdrop for the characters' personal struggles and growth, resulting in an episode that's both funny and emotionally resonant.