Friday, October 29, 2021

What I’m Watching: Ted Lasso (Season Finale)

Ted Lasso: Season 2, Episode 12 “Inverting the Pyramid of Success” (B+)

It’s hard to believe that I went a full two weeks without watching this episode after it first premiered and didn’t have anything spoiled for me. The one thing some had quickly hinted at was the most obvious of developments, which is that Nate would continue his betrayal by going to coach for Rupert, who’s likely to be a major player in season three as a newly very present nemesis. It hasn’t been pleasant to watch Nate transform from one of the most endearing characters on this show to one of the meanest, but something about the way that Ted helped get others to see him made him entirely resentful. What he said to Ted was harsh and unwarranted, and ripping down the Believe sign seemed to sting the most. When Nate said he deserved to be headbutted, Beard was happy to offer to do it, indicating his fierce protective instincts. Ted did a great job responding to the news story about him, humorously accepting a correction on the “nip it in the butt” expression from Beard along the way, and he even has a new friend in Trent. Jamie and Roy’s warm relationship is a lot of fun to watch, as was Roy’s disgust with having forgiven rather than killed him and his realization about what the Diamond Dogs really are. Keeley, who was all about validating the coolness of her coworkers, got a great opportunity, and I’m glad that she was able to be honest with Roy and clarify to him that they’re not breaking up. Higgins’ advice was entirely helpful, and I enjoy the little moments with him. Sam choosing not to leave was the best decision, especially considering Edwin’s absolutely terrible reaction. Opening up a Nigerian restaurant will be a great endeavor for him. This season has, once again, been a delight, and I’m eagerly awaiting season three.

Season grade: A-
Season MVP: Brett Goldstein as Roy

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