Ep 3. Get Married in Vegas

The Buried Life season 2 episode 3 titled "Get Married in Vegas" follows the four friends Ben, Dave, Jonnie, and Duncan as they embark on a mission to help a stranger get married at a moment's notice. The episode begins with the guys cruising through Las Vegas on a mission to find a bride and groom who want to get married right away. To do this, they have set up a wedding chapel on the Strip and are offering to pay for the entire wedding for the first couple who comes their way.

As the day goes on, the guys start to attract various oddballs and characters to their chapel. A woman in a wedding dress on the side of the road catches their attention, but it is soon revealed that she is simply trying to get a ride to the airport. As evening approaches, the guys start to worry that they won't find anyone to marry. Just when they are about to give up, they finally meet a couple who are willing to take the plunge.

The bride and groom are a young couple who are in town on vacation. They met just a few days ago and have fallen in love fast. They are so eager to marry that they were actually planning to go to a courthouse to get it done. When they stumble upon the Buried Life's wedding chapel, they are thrilled to be offered a free wedding.

The guys throw a wild celebration for the couple, complete with an Elvis impersonator, dancing, and even a wedding cake. It's a joyful and heartwarming moment, and the guys are proud to have helped two strangers start their life together.

Throughout the episode, the guys also work on accomplishing their personal goals. Dave wants to play a prank on his best friend by pretending to marry him to a stranger, while Jonnie wants to buy a motorcycle. Ben and Duncan's goals are more serious - they both want to reconnect with their estranged fathers.

As they work on these goals, the guys also reflect on the value of marriage and commitment. They discuss their own views on love and relationships, and open up about their fears of not finding the right person or committing too soon. It's a vulnerable and honest conversation that captures the essence of the show - that life is about more than just checking off a list of goals, but also about connecting with others and finding meaning in the little moments.

Overall, "Get Married in Vegas" is a lighthearted and fun episode that showcases the joy of helping others and celebrating love. It's a testament to the power of human connection and the idea that even strangers can come together to create something beautiful.