Ep 20. The Dynamic Duo

Beverly Goldberg is in search of a new best friend and wants nothing more than to be part of a "dynamic duo." In this episode of The Goldbergs, she sets her sights on Lainey, her son's girlfriend, who is currently looking for a new place to live. Beverly sees it as the perfect opportunity to convince Lainey to move in with her so they can become the dynamic duo she's always dreamed of.

Meanwhile, Barry is struggling with the fact that he can't seem to get a date for prom. He's tried everything from asking his crushes in person to handing out flyers and even creating a dating video, but nothing seems to be working. His sister Erica suggests that he ask their mom for advice as she's always been successful with getting what she wants.

Barry reluctantly turns to Beverly for help and she suggests that he try a more aggressive approach, which includes making a bold move in front of his crush. The plan seems to work as Barry finally gets a date for prom, but not without some embarrassing moments along the way.

At the same time, Murray is dealing with a broken water heater and is forced to take cold showers. He's not thrilled with the situation and decides to take matters into his own hands by attempting to fix the water heater himself. His attempts are unsuccessful, but he refuses to call a plumber and insists on handling the situation on his own.

As the episode unfolds, we see the different storylines intersect as Beverly continues to try and win over Lainey, while also dealing with the fallout of her previous "dynamic duo" relationships. Barry's prom date situation takes a turn and he finds himself with a decision to make, and Murray's attempts at fixing the water heater lead to some unexpected consequences.

Overall, The Dynamic Duo is a fun and lighthearted episode of The Goldbergs that showcases the hilarious hijinks that ensue when this family gets together. With themes of friendship, family, and perseverance, it's a relatable and entertaining episode that will leave viewers smiling.