The Goldbergs Season 8 Episode 2
The Goldbergs
Season 8

Ep 2. The Prettiest Boy In School

  • TVPG
  • October 21, 2020
  • 21 min
  •   (216)

Adam, Barry, and Erica experience changes in their high school social status in season 8 episode 2 of The Goldbergs. In "The Prettiest Boy In School," Adam begins to grow into his own, but he is still overlooked and ridiculed by his classmates. Barry, on the other hand, becomes the "pretty boy" of the school after getting a makeover and landing a role in the school play. Erica's status also improves as she becomes a member of the popular girls' group, but she is forced to make a difficult decision when she realizes their true intentions.

Adam's storyline revolves around his wish to be taken more seriously by both his parents and schoolmates. He feels that his recent growth spurt makes him more of a man, but no one seems to notice or care. When he discovers a pack of cigarettes in his father's car, he decides to use them as a way to prove his maturity and gain some respect from his peers. Unfortunately for him, his plan backfires, making him even more of an outcast.

Barry, in stark contrast, quickly becomes the center of attention at school. His sister, Erica, encourages him to audition for the school play, but when he doesn't go through with it, she takes matters into her own hands and gives him a "makeover." The new look and confidence it brings transform him into the most popular guy at school. However, Barry begins to question whether fitting in with the popular crowd is really worth sacrificing his own identity.

Erica's storyline follows her newfound popularity and acceptance among the popular girls at school. She is ecstatic to finally be included, but when she discovers their true nature and intentions, she finds herself at a crossroads. Staying with the group means betraying her own morals and values, while leaving means losing the social status she has always craved.

All three storylines in "The Prettiest Boy In School" explore the themes of identity, acceptance, and self-discovery. The episode highlights the importance of staying true to oneself, even when it seems easier to conform to the expectations of others. It also underscores the fact that appearances can be deceiving, and popularity can come at a cost. The Goldbergs season 8 episode 2 is a humorous yet poignant look at the challenges of high school and the importance of finding one's own path.

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  • First Aired
    October 21, 2020
  • Content Rating
    TVPG
  • Runtime
    21 min
  • Language
    English