Ep 2. Red Sees Red

Red Sees Red is the second episode of season three of That 70's Show. In this episode, Red's temper gets the best of him as he deals with Eric's poor work ethic at Pricemart. Meanwhile, Hyde and Kelso decide to throw a party at Hyde's house and invite everyone except Eric, who is on Red's bad side.

The episode opens with Eric working at Pricemart, where he is supposed to be stocking shelves but instead is goofing off with his friends. This catches the attention of his boss, who tells Red about Eric's behavior. Red is furious, as he had secured Eric the job specifically to teach him responsibility. He confronts Eric, who tries to excuse his behavior but ultimately admits to slacking off. Red puts Eric on probation and warns him that any more mistakes will result in him losing his job.

Meanwhile, Hyde and Kelso decide to throw a party at Hyde's house, as he has just inherited it from his grandmother. They invite all their friends, except for Eric, who they feel sorry for and decide to exclude out of pity. Donna, who is growing frustrated with Eric's apathy towards his job and their relationship, decides to attend the party without him.

At the party, things quickly spiral out of control as the guests drink and get rowdy. Hyde's neighbor, an uptight elderly woman, complains about the noise and threatens to call the police. This prompts Hyde to turn off the music and kick everyone out, ending the party early. As they are leaving, Eric arrives, having heard about the party from Fez. Hyde and Kelso apologize for not inviting him, but Eric is angry that they made assumptions about him without giving him a chance to prove them wrong.

Back at Pricemart, Red is having a bad day. He is short-staffed and dealing with difficult customers when he receives a call from Eric, who tells him about the party. Red, already on edge, explodes with anger and heads to Hyde's house to confront Eric. When he arrives, Eric apologizes for not confiding in him about his problems and for his poor work performance. Red is touched by his son's honesty and forgives him, telling him that he'll always be there for him.

In the end, Eric learns a valuable lesson about responsibility and the importance of being honest with his father. Hyde and Kelso also learn a lesson about not judging someone based on assumptions and decide to give Eric a chance to prove himself in the future. The episode ends with the gang hanging out in the basement, reflecting on the events of the night and joking around as usual.

Overall, Red Sees Red is a classic episode of That 70's Show, with its trademark mix of humor, heart, and retro nostalgia. It tackles themes of responsibility, honesty, and friendship in a fun, lighthearted way, making it a must-see for fans of the show.