Chris gets a new outfit for school picture day, but Caruso ends up stealing it. Drew hides Toyna's shoe when she breaks his toy. Rochelle sells make-up at home to make some extra money.Chris gets a new outfit for school picture day, but Caruso ends up stealing it. Drew hides Toyna's shoe when she breaks his toy. Rochelle sells make-up at home to make some extra money.Chris gets a new outfit for school picture day, but Caruso ends up stealing it. Drew hides Toyna's shoe when she breaks his toy. Rochelle sells make-up at home to make some extra money.
Chris Rock
- Narrator
- (voice)
Travis Flory
- Joey Caruso
- (as Travis T. Flory)
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- TriviaWhile Chris and his mom are shopping for new clothes, he finds an outfit that he refers to as the "Rerun", a character from the 70's show What's Happening which starred Mr. Omar, their upstairs tenant, played by Ernest Thomas.
- ConnectionsFeatures Shane (1953)
- SoundtracksCutie Pie
Performed by One Way
Featured review
Gone Sideways
Everybody Hates Chris Season 1, Episode 13 is a pretty mild episode compared to the series' usual standard. While it has its moments, it falls a bit flat, making it a so-so entry in an otherwise strong season. The central storyline focuses on Chris attending his school's year-end party, but things take a frustrating turn when his clothes go missing - a situation that's equal parts relatable and annoying to watch.
Chris' excitement for the school year party is something we can all relate to. He's finally feeling confident enough to attend, but things quickly spiral out of control when his clothes mysteriously disappear after changing into them at school. It's one of those classic sitcom setups where everything that can go wrong does, and while it's entertaining in parts, it also feels a bit predictable. Chris spends most of the episode trying to get his clothes back, and though the premise had potential, it starts to feel repetitive after a while. You can't help but feel bad for Chris - he never catches a break - but in this case, his misfortune ends up being more frustrating than funny.
The subplot involving Tanya and Drew also doesn't add much to the episode. Tanya is up to her usual mischief, and Drew's laid-back coolness feels a little too dialed back this time around. While their dynamic usually brings some sibling rivalry fun, here it just feels unsatisfying and doesn't have much of a payoff. It's almost as if the subplot exists just to fill time rather than add to the overall story. I've come to expect more from Drew and Tanya's interactions, so this episode felt like a missed opportunity to explore their characters further.
That being said, the episode does manage to deliver a few laughs here and there. Rochelle's over-the-top reactions to everything are always a highlight, and Julius' penny-pinching humor never gets old. The family scenes offer some lighthearted moments that balance out the frustration of Chris' school ordeal, though they aren't quite enough to elevate the episode as a whole.
If there's a redeeming quality to this episode, it's the way it reflects the reality of how life can sometimes be unfair - especially for Chris. He's always trying to do the right thing, but the universe seems to have other plans for him. The missing clothes serve as a metaphor for Chris' constant struggle to fit in, and while the story itself might not be the most engaging, it does stay true to the show's overall theme of Chris navigating an unforgiving world. There's something inherently relatable about feeling like you're always one step behind, and this episode taps into that in its own way.
Overall, "Everybody Hates a Liar" is a middling episode. It has some of the humor and heart that fans of the show have come to expect, but it doesn't quite hit the mark in terms of storytelling. Chris' struggle with the lost clothes is more frustrating than entertaining, and the subplot with Tanya and Drew feels underdeveloped. While it's not a bad episode by any means, it's definitely one of the weaker ones in the first season. If you're a fan of the show, you'll still find some enjoyment, but this episode isn't likely to stand out in your memory.
Chris' excitement for the school year party is something we can all relate to. He's finally feeling confident enough to attend, but things quickly spiral out of control when his clothes mysteriously disappear after changing into them at school. It's one of those classic sitcom setups where everything that can go wrong does, and while it's entertaining in parts, it also feels a bit predictable. Chris spends most of the episode trying to get his clothes back, and though the premise had potential, it starts to feel repetitive after a while. You can't help but feel bad for Chris - he never catches a break - but in this case, his misfortune ends up being more frustrating than funny.
The subplot involving Tanya and Drew also doesn't add much to the episode. Tanya is up to her usual mischief, and Drew's laid-back coolness feels a little too dialed back this time around. While their dynamic usually brings some sibling rivalry fun, here it just feels unsatisfying and doesn't have much of a payoff. It's almost as if the subplot exists just to fill time rather than add to the overall story. I've come to expect more from Drew and Tanya's interactions, so this episode felt like a missed opportunity to explore their characters further.
That being said, the episode does manage to deliver a few laughs here and there. Rochelle's over-the-top reactions to everything are always a highlight, and Julius' penny-pinching humor never gets old. The family scenes offer some lighthearted moments that balance out the frustration of Chris' school ordeal, though they aren't quite enough to elevate the episode as a whole.
If there's a redeeming quality to this episode, it's the way it reflects the reality of how life can sometimes be unfair - especially for Chris. He's always trying to do the right thing, but the universe seems to have other plans for him. The missing clothes serve as a metaphor for Chris' constant struggle to fit in, and while the story itself might not be the most engaging, it does stay true to the show's overall theme of Chris navigating an unforgiving world. There's something inherently relatable about feeling like you're always one step behind, and this episode taps into that in its own way.
Overall, "Everybody Hates a Liar" is a middling episode. It has some of the humor and heart that fans of the show have come to expect, but it doesn't quite hit the mark in terms of storytelling. Chris' struggle with the lost clothes is more frustrating than entertaining, and the subplot with Tanya and Drew feels underdeveloped. While it's not a bad episode by any means, it's definitely one of the weaker ones in the first season. If you're a fan of the show, you'll still find some enjoyment, but this episode isn't likely to stand out in your memory.
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