Ep 3. Meet the Parents

In The Middle season 9 episode 3, titled "Meet the Parents," Frankie and Mike are excited to host a visit from their daughter Sue's new boyfriend, Jeremy, and his parents. However, things quickly take a turn for the worse when Frankie and Mike realize that they have very different parenting styles than Jeremy's parents.

While Frankie is laid-back and easy-going, Jeremy's parents are strict and demanding, constantly criticizing their son and Sue. To make matters worse, Frankie and Mike start to worry that they might have raised Sue to be too similar to Jeremy, and they begin to question whether they need to be tougher on their daughter.

Meanwhile, Axl and Brick find themselves in an awkward situation when they discover that they both have a crush on the same girl. The two brothers must navigate their rivalry and find a way to win the girl's heart without ruining their relationship.

As tensions rise between the parents, Sue and Jeremy's relationship is put to the test, and Frankie and Mike must come to terms with the fact that their daughter is growing up and making her own decisions. Will Jeremy's parents learn to accept Sue for who she is, or will their differences prove too great to overcome?

Overall, "Meet the Parents" is a hilarious and heartwarming episode that explores the challenges of parenthood and the joys and struggles of young love. Full of clever jokes and relatable family dynamics, this episode is a must-watch for fans of The Middle.