Ep 7 “Westie Side Story” is one of the season’s sharpest early episodes, using a simple neighbourhood setup to explore how people project assumptions onto others.
The writing stays light on its feet, making the commentary clear without turning preachy. Hank’s awkward attempts at friendliness and Peggy’s overly confident explanations keep the humour grounded, while Bobby once again proves to be the most open-minded person in the room.
What works best is how the episode highlights everyday, unspoken biases without needing big speeches or dramatic moments. The humour comes from behaviour, not lectures, and the contrast between the Hills’ reactions and the new family’s calm presence makes the dynamic effective.
A clever, tightly paced entry with real bite beneath its simplicity.