Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt Season 2 Episode 2 Kimmy Goes on a Playdate!
- April 15, 2016
- 30 min
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7.6 (892)
In Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt season 2 episode 2, titled "Kimmy Goes on a Playdate!", Kimmy is tasked with babysitting her boss Jacqueline's stepdaughter, Buckley. Jacqueline is busy dealing with her failing marriage to her wealthy husband, and enlists Kimmy's help to keep Buckley occupied while she focuses on her personal life.
Kimmy takes on the challenge of spending the day with Buckley, who is a precocious and demanding child. Despite her best efforts, Kimmy is unable to keep up with Buckley's constant demands and temper tantrums. The two eventually end up at a fancy art exhibition where Buckley's behavior proves to be embarrassing for Kimmy.
Meanwhile, Titus, Kimmy's flamboyant roommate, auditions for a spot in a popular Broadway show. He is ecstatic when he gets a callback but becomes nervous when he realizes that the audition involves performing in drag. Titus enlists the help of Lillian, their eccentric landlord, to help him transform into his drag persona and prepare for the callback.
Back in Jacqueline's world, she confronts her husband about his infidelity and decides to move out of their luxurious penthouse apartment. Jacqueline struggles with the idea of losing her wealthy lifestyle and the perks that come with it. She tries to cope with the changes by pretending that she is still wealthy and attending expensive events, despite no longer having access to her husband's finances.
As the episode progresses, Kimmy and Buckley's playdate takes a dark turn when Kimmy discovers that Buckley has been modeling her behavior after the book "The Babysitter's Club," which involves kidnapping the baby she is looking after and running away. This revelation leads to a wild chase throughout New York City as Kimmy tries to stop Buckley from carrying out her plan.
In the end, Kimmy and Buckley's adventure ends in a heartwarming moment as they bond over their shared experiences and emotions. Titus also gets some good news when he lands the role he auditioned for, and Jacqueline begins to find a sense of independence and strength as she starts a new chapter in her life. "Kimmy Goes on a Playdate!" is a hilarious and heartwarming episode that showcases the comedic talent of the show's cast while also exploring deeper themes of family, independence, and identity.