Chuck 3.15

“Chuck versus The Role Models”

Now that I’m back reporting a missing Bengal tiger with the Zoo, here are some thoughts on last night’s episode…

When the producers finally decided to let Chuck and Sarah become a couple, some people were concerned that the show would become stale and formulaic. The introduction of CIA super-spy couple Clark and Laura Turner seemed directed right at those concerns.

All four couples -- the Turners, Chuck-Sarah, Awesome-Ellie and Casey-Morgan -- had interesting storylines within the episode. I especially liked how Chuck-Sarah and Casey-Morgan’s stories intersected, with Chuck trying to relieve a tiger of it’s software-laden collar while Morgan trying to relieve Big Mike of his manager’s key card!

There did seem to be a lot of squabbling this time around. Maybe the Turner’s bickering was expected, but it was strange to see Chuck and Sarah arguing, especially on the topic of firearms (in Chuck’s apartment and with the tiger). It was there to give conflict, but it seemed unnecessary considering Sarah’s reluctance to move in with Chuck.

Despite the backbiting, there was much to like with last night’s show. The “Hart To Hart” sequence at the beginning was very well done, Sarah’s newfound humor is unexpectedly welcome, and Morgan’s spy training made me smile. Besides, Awesome’s African nickname (Doctor Super Fantastic White Guy) almost single-handedly made up for any deficiencies this episode had. And I did like the twist at the end, with the refugee camp doctor who seemed to be in competition for Ellie’s affections being a Ring operative at the end. They’re back!

My Favorite Line: YOU DISGUST ME!!!

My Coolest Moment: Morgan taking on the tiger that had Chuck, Casey and Sarah all frightened!

Charah Scene: The Hart-felt homage at the beginning. “And when these two spies met, it was love at first fight.” Awww...