Secrets and Lies (30 Rock)
"Secrets and Lies" | |
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30 Rock episode | |
Episode no. | Season 2 Episode 8 |
Directed by | Michael Engler |
Written by | Ron Weiner |
Cinematography by | Vanja Černjul |
Production code | 208[1] |
Original air date | December 6, 2007 |
Guest appearances | |
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"Secrets and Lies" is the eighth episode of the second season of 30 Rock, and the twenty-ninth overall. It was written by Ron Weiner and directed by Michael Engler.[2] The episode first aired on December 6, 2007 on the NBC network in the United States.[3] Guest stars in this episode include James Carville, Edie Falco, John Lutz, and Reshma Shetty.[2]
In this episode,
Plot
Jack is worried when his girlfriend C.C., the
When Jenna wins an award for her work on
After a night of performing stand up at Harvard University, Frank comes into work wearing a Harvard sweatshirt, even though he did not attend the university. Outraged by this, Harvard alumnus Toofer tells him to take it off. When Frank refuses and comes into work the next day in full Harvard regalia, Toofer retaliates by dressing up as Frank. Unable to back down for fear of their coworkers mocking them, their argument is eventually mediated "Cajun style" by James Carville, who then proceeds to also demonstrate how to steal candy from a vending machine..."Cajun style".
Production
This episode was performed live on stage at the
Reception
"Secrets and Lies" brought in an average of 5.8 million viewers. The episode also achieved a 2.7/7 in the key 18- to 49-year-old demographic. The 2.7 refers to 2.7% of all 18- to 49-year-olds in the U.S., and the 7 refers to 7% of all 18- to 49-year-olds watching television at the time of the broadcast in the U.S.. This episode ranked first in the male 18- to 49-year-old demographic, growing 4% from its lead-in of the My Name Is Earl episode "Early Release."[10]
Robert Canning of IGN wrote that the episode "came close to fulfilling [its] potential, but was unable to keep the rapid-fire comedic pace going for the entire episode." He added that the second half of the show was not "a complete loss, but, man, that first act just steamrolled viewers with hilarious bit after hilarious bit."[1] Matt Webb Mitovich of TV Guide thought that the "unexpected treat this week was guest star James Carville, who's [sic] presence as confidant to Jack not only made sense, but Carville also had a lot of fun lampooning himself 'Cajun style' and all. And look at how well his advice for Frank and Twofer [sic] worked!"[11]
References
- ^ a b Canning, Robert (2007-12-07). "30 Rock: "Secrets and Lies" Review". IGN. Retrieved 2008-08-11.
- ^ a b "30 Rock — "Secrets and Lies" — Synopsis, Credits, Companies". Variety. Retrieved 2008-08-11. [dead link]
- NBC Universal Media Village. Retrieved 2008-08-11.[permanent dead link]
- ^ The Huffington Post. Retrieved 2008-08-11.
- ^ Surette, Tim (2007-11-16). "SNL, 30 Rock hitting stage". TV.com. Archived from the original on 2013-02-04. Retrieved 2008-08-11.
- ^ Stelter, Brian (2007-11-05). "Writers' Strike Begins; Negotiations Break Down; Silver Lining For Networks?". The New York Times. Retrieved 2008-08-11.
- ^ Baldwin, Kristen (2007-11-20). "On the scene at 30 Rock Live!". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved 2008-08-11.
- ^ a b Hopper, Dan (2007-11-20). "30 Rock Live Is Just As Much Fun As It Is Recorded, Plus You Get To Watch Alec Baldwin Laugh At the Word "Tampon"". Best Week Ever. Archived from the original on June 24, 2008. Retrieved 2008-08-11.
- New York Magazine. Retrieved 2008-08-11.
- NBC Universal Media Village. 2007-12-11. Retrieved 2008-08-11.]
At 8:30 p.m. ET, 30 Rock (2.7/7 in 18–49, 5.8 million viewers overall) retained 87 percent of its 18-49 lead-in, while building on its lead-in by 4 percent in adults 18–34 (to a 2.9 from a 2.8 for Earl). Week-to-week, 30 Rock grew by 8 percent in 18–49 (2.7/7 vs. 2.5/6) and by 21 percent in adults 18–34 (2.9/8 vs. 2.4/7). 30 Rock won its slot in men 18–34.
[permanent dead link - ^ Webb Mitovich, Matt (2007-12-07). "Episode Recap: "Secrets and Lies"". TV Guide. Archived from the original on 2008-07-05. Retrieved 2008-08-11.
External links
- "Secrets and Lies" at IMDb