Episode of the Week: Chuck vs the Break-Up (2.03)

NBC Synopsis: MIXED EMOTIONS–former New York Giants star Michael Strahan guest-stars as the intimidating bully Mitt. Chuck (Zachary Levi) is overcome with jealousy when his nemesis Bryce Larkin (Matthew Bomer) — and Sarah’s (Yvonne Strahovski) ex-lover and partner — makes an unexpected return. Chuck and Sarah’s growing feelings for each other are tested when their latest mission requires Sarah and Bryce to pose as an extremely affectionate couple. Meanwhile, Morgan (Joshua Gomez) faces his own challenge at Buy More when he must deal with a gang of bullies, from a neighboring sporting goods store in the strip mall called, the Mighty Jocks led by the fearful Mitt.

Chuck This Ranking:   28
Dave’s Ranking: Better than that.

Full Write Ups: Chuck vs The Break Up (2.03) by Dave and Joe
The Break Up by Joe

Other Write Ups: Reader’s Digest Rewatch: The Make Up then Break Up Arc by Dave

Episode of the Week: Chuck vs the Seduction (2.02)

NBC Synopsis:  SWEET SEDUCTION–Emmy Award winner John Larroquette (“Boston Legal”) guest-stars as the legendary debonair spy Roan Montgomery and Melinda Clarke (“The O.C.”) guest-stars as a sultry but dangerous female spy known as the Black Widow. Chuck (Zachary Levi) must go undercover to retrieve the Cipher from the Black Widow. But in order to get close to his target, Chuck must learn the art of seduction from the suave and sophisticated Roan. Unfortunately for Chuck, Sarah (Yvonne Strahovski) and Casey (Adam Baldwin), Roan is no longer the world’s greatest spy. Meanwhile, Morgan (Joshua Gomez) offers Captain Awesome (Ryan McPartlin) some advice for a romantic night with Ellie (Sarah Lancaster), and Lester (Vik Sahay) struggles to gain respect at Buy More as the new assistant manager.

Chuck This Ranking: 7
Dave’s Ranking: A little lower

Full Write Ups: Chuck vs the Seduction (2.02) by Dave and Joe.
Summertime Top Ten: Chuck Versus The Seduction by Ernie

Other Write Ups: Reader’s Digest Rewatch: Make-up Then Break-up Arc by Dave

Episode of the Week: Chuck vs The First Date (2.01)

NBC Synopsis: SEASON PREMIERE–Academy Award nominee Michael Clarke Duncan (“The Green Mile”) guest-stars as Colt, a menacing operative. Chuck (Zachary Levi) prevents Colt from obtaining the Cipher — a device that would ultimately lead to a new Intersect. Chuck is told that this successful mission marks the end of his espionage career and the beginning of a normal life. Free from bullets and bombs, Chuck finally asks Sarah (Yvonne Strahovski) out on a real first date. But Chuck’s role as the old Intersect is not good news for everyone as Casey (Adam Baldwin) deals with a difficult order assigned to him. Meanwhile at Buy More, Morgan (Joshua Gomez) devises an eccentric way to hire a new assistant manager.

Chuck This Ranking:  3
Dave’s Ranking: Really good, maybe not quite that good.

Full Write Ups: Chuck vs The First Date (2.01) by Dave and Joe.
Summertime Top Ten: Chuck Versus The First Date by Ernie.

Other Write Ups: Reader’s Digest Re-Watch: Make-up Then Break-up Arc by Dave.

~ Dave   

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Episode of the Week: Chuck vs the Marlin (1.13)

NBC Synopsis: THE NERD OF THE RINGS- Captain Awesome (Ryan McPartlin) asks Chuck (Zachary Levi) if he can have Ellie’s (Sarah Lancaster) hand in marriage, and then insists Chuck holds on to the ring until he plans it all out. Chuck decides to lock it in his Buy-More locker, and returns the next day to discover everything had been stolen from the store. Meanwhile, Agent Casey (Adam Baldwin) and Agent Walker (Yvonne Strahovski) discover that the CIA has been spying on them in hopes of discovering “the intersect.” With Chuck’s identity and life on the line, NSA has no other option than to relocate Chuck into a permanent holding cell. Will Chuck lose his family and friends forever?

Chuck This Ranking: 19
Dave’s Ranking: I agree

Full Write Ups: Chuck vs The Marlin (1.13) by Dave and Joe

Other Write Ups: Reader’s Digest Rewatch: Make-up Then Break-up Arc by Dave

Season Overview: Chuck in Overview: Season One by Dave

~ Dave 

Episode of the Week: Chuck vs the Undercover Lover (1.12)

NBC Synopsis: Chuck (Zachary Levi) discovers that many Russian arms dealers are secretly meeting in Los Angeles. One particular Russian woman catches his attention, and he flashes on her as being Agent Casey’s (Adam Baldwin) ex-girlfriend. Chuck grows very intrigued and begins to pester Casey about their history. After learning this woman is to set marry one of the Russian arms dealers, Chuck insists that Casey fights for his woman. Will Casey fight for his true love without compromising his identity? Meanwhile, Captain Awesome (Ryan McPartlin) and Ellie (Sarah Lancaster) reach a tough point in their relationship.

Chuck This Ranking: 65
Dave’s Ranking: A little better

Full Write Ups: Chuck vs The Undercover Lover (1.12) by Dave and Joe

Episode of the Week: Chuck vs the Crown Vic (1.11)

NBC Synopsis:  A COUNTERFEIT CHRISTMAS–Still licking his wounds after realizing Sarah (Yvonne Strahovski) continues to have feelings for Bryce, Chuck (Zachary Levi) must assume the cover of being Sarah’s husband on a mission to foil a politically connected counterfeiter and yachtsman. Emotions and sea legs are tested when Chuck, Sarah and Casey (Adam Baldwin) have to head to the marina to scuttle a plot that also puts an unwitting Morgan (Joshua Gomez) and Anna (Julia Ling) squarely in the crosshairs. Meanwhile, It’s time for the annual Buy More holiday party, but the party comes with lots of rules from Big Mike (Mark Christopher Lawrence).

Chuck This Ranking: 60
Dave’s Ranking: A little lower

Full Write Ups: Chuck vs The Crown Victoria (1.11) by Dave and Joe

Other Write Ups: Reader’s Digest Rewatch: The Arc of Truth by Ernie

Episode of the Week: Chuck vs The Nemesis (1.10)

NBC Synopsis: HE’S BACK! MATTHEW BOMER GUEST-STARS— It’s Thanksgiving and Chuck’s (Zachary Levi) nemesis, Bryce Larkin (guest star Matthew Bomer), returns after being ruled dead earlier in Chuck’s life. Secret internal committees trying to destroy the “intersect” — now better known as Chuck’s brain — saved Bryce in hopes he would be able to help them locate it. Bryce needs Chuck to help prove to Sarah (Yvonne Strahovski), Casey (Adam Baldwin) and the rest of the CIA that he is not a rogue agent. Upon seeing Bryce and Sarah back together, former lovers and partners, Chuck grows jealous and doubts any future with Sarah. Meanwhile, Buy More is prepping for the biggest shopping day of the year and Morgan (Joshua Gomez) is left in charge.

Chuck This Ranking: 40
Dave’s Ranking: A little lower, but not as much this time.

Full Write Ups:  Chuck vs The Nemesis (1.10) by Dave and Joe

Other Write Ups: Reader’s Digest Re-Watch: The Arc of Truth by Ernie

Episode of the Week: Chuck vs the Imported Hard Salami (1.09)

NBC Synopsis: JEALOUSY ON WHEAT, HOLD THE MUSTARD; RACHEL BILSON GUEST-STARS — Chuck (Zachary Levi) starts dating Lou (Rachel Bilson, “The O.C.”), a sandwich-maker, and things seem to be going really well — which incites some jealousy on behalf of Chuck’s “ex-girlfriend,” Sarah (Yvonne Strahovski), since she may be discovering that her feelings for Chuck were not all just a cover. However, things seem to get complicated when Lou is discovered to be a part of a smuggling group. Meanwhile, Morgan (Joshua Gomez) starts developing a new relationship with an unlikely girl.

Chuck This Ranking: 24
Dave’s Ranking: Much lower. In the 60s.

Full Write Ups: Chuck vs The Imported Hard Salami (1.09) by Dave, Ernie and Joe.

Other Write Ups: Reader’s Digest Re-Watch: The Arc of Truth by Ernie.

Episode of the Week: Chuck vs the Truth (1.08)

NBC Synopsis: NO MORE LIES–RACHEL BILSON GUEST STARS—Chuck (Zachary Levi) battles with his cover love life and real love life when he meets a very pretty girl named Lou (Rachel Bilson), who seems interested in the real Chuck. On the other hand, his relationship with Sarah (Yvonne Strahovski) heats up as they go on a double date with Ellie (Sarah Lancaster) and Captain Awesome (Ryan McPartlin) and try to explain their sex life. Meanwhile, a poison specialist is trying to obtain codes to nuclear facilities and is using a “truth” poison to help get his answers. After all are exposed to the truth, Chuck soon discovers a lot about his partners.

Chuck This Ranking: 12
Dave’s Ranking: Strongly disagree. I’d say mid 60s.

Full Write-Ups: Chuck vs The Truth (1.08) by Dave and Joe
Summertime Top Ten: Chuck vs The Truth by Joe

Other Write-Ups: Reader’s Digest Rewatch: The Arc of Truth by Ernie

Episode of the Week: Chuck vs the Alma Matter (1.07)

NBC Synopsis:  BACK TO SCHOOL—Chuck (Zachary Levi) has to return to Stanford University, the institute that expelled him, on homecoming weekend to help a former professor. Chuck finds out that his former professor is also a government operative who is being hunted out for a sensitive top-secret file. Chuck must use his past experiences to find his Professor’s hidden secret, while at the same time discovering shocking secrets about his own life. More importantly, Chuck discovers the truth about his former friend, Bryce Larkin, the one who got him kicked out of Stanford. Meanwhile, Morgan (Joshua Gomez) has problems with the new assistant manager at Buy More.

Chuck This Ranking:  39
Dave’s Ranking: I agree exactly

Full Write Ups: Chuck vs The Alma Mater (1.07) by Dave and Joe