Happy’s Place “Heart of the Matter” (NBC, Friday, January 17, 2025)

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This Friday’s “Happy’s Place” serves up a hearty helping of sitcom shenanigans with “Heart of the Matter.” Bobbie, still adjusting to running her late father’s restaurant, finds her anxieties getting the better of her when Emmett is late for work. Her over-the-top reaction spirals into a comedic frenzy, fueling the main plot of the episode. Meanwhile, Gabby and Takoda embark on a mission to help Steve confront his obsessive-compulsive tendencies.

While the premise might sound familiar, “Heart of the Matter” manages to find fresh humor in these well-worn sitcom tropes. The episode wisely leans into the strengths of its ensemble cast, the subplot involving Steve, Gabby, and Takoda offers a welcome counterpoint to the main storyline, injecting some heart into the humor.

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“Happy’s Place” airs Fridays at 8:00 PM on NBC.

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