Ep 21. Series 5 Episode 21
In The Goldbergs season 5 episode 21, titled "Spaceballs," the family's obsession with the sci-fi comedy movie Spaceballs is taken to the extreme when Beverly becomes determined to make it a part of their everyday life. As usual, Beverly's meddling leads to chaos and sets off a series of unexpected events that require the entire Goldberg clan to band together to save the day.
After watching Spaceballs for what seems like the hundredth time, Beverly becomes convinced that their family needs to become more like the characters in the movie. She starts dressing like Princess Vespa, insisting that Adam dress as Lone Starr, and even encouraging Murray to adopt Dark Helmet's menacing personality. This obsession puts strain on the family dynamic, as Adam doesn't want to be like Lone Starr and Barry doesn't want to be left out of the Spaceballs fun.
As Beverly's meddling continues, she takes things to a new level by convincing the school's principal to allow her to put on a Spaceballs musical. This sets off a chain of events that leads to a showdown between Beverly and Erica over who deserves the lead role in the musical. Meanwhile, Adam becomes determined to prove that he can be just as cool as Lone Starr, but finds himself in over his head when he tries to impress everyone by hacking into the school's computer system.
Throughout all of this, Murray is struggling with his own problems at work. After a new employee challenges him for the position of manager, Murray's confidence takes a hit. However, after seeing Beverly's determination to make the Spaceballs musical a success, he realizes that he can stand up for himself and fight for what he deserves.
As the episode comes to a close, the Goldbergs come together to save the Spaceballs musical from disaster. Through their teamwork and dedication, they put on a performance that impresses everyone and reminds them of the power of family. The episode ends with a heartwarming moment that shows just how much the Goldbergs rely on each other, even in the most ridiculous of situations.
Overall, "Spaceballs" is a fun and lighthearted episode that showcases the Goldbergs at their best. It's a reminder that sometimes, the things we love can bring us closer to the people we care about, even if it means dressing up like a space princess or hacking into a school computer. With its strong focus on family and its comedic take on the classic sci-fi movie, this episode is sure to be a fan favorite.
