Chuck‘s season (series?) finale was crammed with everything we like about the show: It was smart and funny; it had a lot of heart and action. Building the episode around Ellie’s wedding was a way to get all the main players in one place, including Chuck’s dad and Chevy Chase. (Chase’s Roark has turned out to be one of the best roles he’s had since Fletch, don’t you think? All season, he really tapped into his inner-S.O.B.)
In a way, I understand the not-so-hot ratings for Chuck: A show that juggles this many moods is bound to confuse a big mass audience. But for those of you who laser in on its mixture of wiseguy adventurism and surreal romanticism, this episode was a fine summing-up.
I’m not going to give out with the spoilers — oh, screw it, here’s a small one: I loved the final line, "Guys, I know kung fu!" — so you’ll have to talk amongst yourselves and debate the finer points.
I’ll limit myself to a few observations: I never thought I’d laugh at another "Mr. Roboto" joke again, but I did. I liked the reveal of what was going on inside Scott Bakula’s head. (Watching him made me nostalgic for Quantum Leap.) And Ellie made a great-looking bride (there’s something so eternally ripe about Sarah Lancaster, isn’t there?).
What about you? Do you think the Subway Save-Chuck campaign will work? Did you like this season-ender?
I love this show! It is pure adventure, comedy and fun. I don’t want another hospital drama or realistic cop show or even another LOST (because LOST is the best and can’t be duplicated, just look at the mess that is Heroes) I just want a fun, time waste TV show. It makes me laugh, smile and enjoy a great hour of TV. We need more of these types of shows. There better be a Season 3! And 4 and etc…
There was so much goodness in this ep! I loved Awesome’s father’s line about “Sam Kinison and an Indian lesbian,” and Casey’s reaction to ActionChuck! If I have to buy 100 Jeffster shirts to keep this show on the air, I’ll do it! (I really do want one!)
That was a phenomenal episode of television! That set up so much for season 3. Here’s hoping for a third season.
i’ll leave it to “to be continued…” Let’s all have faith! I don’t want it to end.
That episode was ridiculous how great it was! NBC simply must bring it back for season 3, especially after the way it ended!
Loved it. Hopefully NBC doesn’t cancel it.
Please, let it be the season finale. The writing for the supporting characters is second-to-none. Jeff and Lester reciting the lyrics to Eminem’s “One Shot”? Brillant. And worth the whole series. Are you listening, NBC?
@Jay: rock on.
“What the Chuck”…great line…great show….dumb-dumb-dumb…if “they” don’t bring it back!
Oh my god, this was one of the best hours of TV I’ve seen! I can’t believe how the finale completely topped last week’s awesome episode, and that twist at the end? LOVE IT. NBC really needs to bring it back next season so we all can see how the new action plays out for all the characters we love.
Chuck me! Check out my live blog on another EW link (I only did the first 30 minutes to avoid spoilers for the West Coast Chuck-sters):
http://popwatch.ew.com/popwatch/2009/04/chuck-zac-levi.html#comments
This episode was fantastic and I have to say that Chuck is the most consistent show on TV. I think that anyone can jump in and enjoy this show. Especially now that the “game changing” element has occured. This was a difficult episode to jump into, just because it was the culmination of multiple story lines. I hope that this show does not get cancelled and that the Subway movement works. And please get this show out of the death slot and onto tuesday or thursday night.
oops…just watched it again. Quote was “Chuck me”…not What the Chuck….too funny
What an awesome season finale! I refuse to say the other “s” word. I was wondering how they would continue it since it seemed like they were wrapping up every story line, but wow! Way to twist the story and open up so many more options for Chuck, Sarah, and Casey! This show is so awesome and it would be a shame if they cancel it.
If NBC cancels ‘Chuck’ I will never watch that channel again.
Renew it for a third season & put it on Thursday with those shows, and if Southland gets renewed put it on Mondays.
Also, does anyone know where I can buy a Jeffster t-shirt? They’re thre best.