Ep 14. Film, Friends and Fruit Pies

In The Middle season 7 episode 14 titled "Film, Friends, and Fruit Pies," the Heck family is bustling with activity as the school opens for an open house. Frankie (Patricia Heaton) is on a mission to ensure that the school's film class is not cut, and she recruits Mike (Neil Flynn) and her mother Rita (Marsha Mason) to help her persuade the principal to continue to offer it.

Meanwhile, Brick (Atticus Shaffer) tries to impress his new girlfriend Cindy (Casey Burke) by baking her a pie using fresh fruit. However, he quickly realizes that baking is not as easy as it appears, and he turns to Sue (Eden Sher) for help. Sue, who has failed cooking class multiple times, reluctantly agrees to assist him.

As the evening progresses, the Heck family becomes increasingly stressed, as Frankie discovers that her mother is offering unwanted advice to the principal, Mike struggles to avoid the school's bad parking karma, and Brick and Sue race to finish the pie before Cindy arrives.

"Film, Friends, and Fruit Pies" is a lighthearted episode that highlights the close relationships between the members of the Heck family. The episode emphasizes the importance of family support, as each member of the family works together to achieve their goals. As usual, the actors deliver strong performances, with special credit going to Shaffer and Sher for their comedic timing and chemistry.

Overall, "Film, Friends, and Fruit Pies" is an enjoyable episode that will keep fans of The Middle entertained. The episode highlights the everyday stresses and challenges faced by families, while also showcasing the strength and resilience of the Heck family. Whether you are a fan of the show or are simply looking for a light comedy to watch, "Film, Friends, and Fruit Pies" is a worthy episode to check out.