Gumball's Saddest Episode And Letting Go Of The Past 

I like how Richard is portrayed as dumb and stupid but he's always there for his wife and is definitely emotionally smart at times. Nicole is the logical leader and Richard is the emotional supporter which is why they get along very well together

Gumball is like the only show where the workaholic mom and the lazy lay-about slob dad being together actually makes sense.

There's a hidden detail about this episode- it's implied if Nicole's parents didn't hit the brakes, they would have DIED. The episode goes out of its way to show a truck was coming at the intersection, and Nicole's parents were distracted looking back and/or crying to notice the oncoming traffic. If her father hadn't hit the brakes to come back, it would've been too late to make up- forever.

Nicole has every right to hate her parents for how they treated her.

'' it's because you tried to ship Richard to Guatemala'' that line never failed to make me laugh 😅

my favourite emotional moment in gumball has to be how nicole met richard and how she accepts that her family life isnt perfect but she wouldent change that for the world

Something to give a REALLY BIG mention is that "Hit the Brakes" was not only a expression in the song but visually too as a giant truck was going to the same intersection that Nicole's parents car, as they decided their lives were not worthy as they screw up their chance to have a family back At other words, if it wasn't for Nicole stopping them, those roads would have been tainted red It's so crazy how that scene was passed by CN as it is something really hard to watch as an adult or in a age that you can understand this kind of stuffs, but honestly i'm thankful for that scene and it's meaning

10:41 The metaphor here is that the mug is the relationship, it's not broken or cracked, it's oblitterated. And like a smashed mug, sometimes it's so broken it's beyond repair.

When Mary opens her phone and it's revealed that she has Gumball, Darwin, and Anais on her phone and cares about Nicole's children is shocking I thought she didn't want nothing to do with them

Nicole has ALWAYS reminded me of my own mom. She grew up in a strict Korean-American family where she was always forced to overachieve. She ended up taking a vacation to Australia, meeting my dad, and getting married all within a few months without telling her parents anything.

6:45 “Didn’t want anything” Correction. He wanted out of that tree stump

I dont know, I do like the episode, but I do kind of hate the message of "just move on and forgive", not because thats not important, but because its not always as simple as that. It didnt happen that way for Nicole luckily, but just moving on and forgiving someone whose not even sorry, and letting them back into your life can just open your life back up to people who will continuously cause you pain, and never be sorry for anything. Whose to say in a few years, that her parents dont start doing the same things to her kids as they did to her? Whose to say they dont get worse? Forgiveness and moving on are both important lessons, but I think its also important to know your worth, and know when youre owed an apology, or a show of behavior improvement.

That last line about breathing in and out made me tear up wtf

Okay that last bit with the breathe in and out made me cry. I’ve been trapped in the past for so long, hating who I was, hating that I’m not who I want to be, and so on that I never really gave a second thought of who I am now. Thank you.

7:18 sometimes you just need a Richard.

It's crazy how the show can go from Gumball and Darwin trying to return a DVD and going to school, to loving someone for who they are and reuniting a daughter and her parents.

I remember not liking this episode as a kid, but now seeing it again, it really is one of the best.

That last bit with the breathing in and out was honestly really sweet and useful. It's so easy to get caught up in everything going on around you and how difficult things are, you forget how reliving it is to just...breathe. It doesn't change your problems, but gosh darn it does it help you relax, even if it's for only a second.

3:50 I think we was talking to the canned beef not her lol.

i really used to find this episode boring because now, as a 15 year old understand it was because i was so numbed by my own family drama that the bickering back and forth felt like it was supposed to be any normal family drama between everyone. to the point if theres yelling in my home, i dont even realize until its after the fight since my brain just mutes it. now I just feel okay now, after disowning a family member who was the source of my pain and my health i feel free and happy again! just wish my families problems could work out like this episode

This episode hits too close to home since I don't have a good relationship with my parents. I left home and joined the Army so I can get away from them. I sometimes go back home but still feel the pain from my childhood, so I only stay there for 4 days at a time. I want to talk to my parents and forgive them but they always say that nothing happened and that they're right, which makes it difficult to talk to them.

9:19 Got me laughing.

The gender part had me rollin 😂 2:48

Oof. I'm getting my little brother into gumball and at first he was giggling at the fight scene but then when we got deeper he just continuously said "I'm sad ):"

that ending part with the breathe in breathe out thing genuinely made me feel so much better, ive been having extreme mood swings 3 days in a row and keep thinking of my trauma.. thank u man

I appreciate the nuance of this video but one thing you said I think summarizes the conflict. 12:25 “It all led up to-that she came out of it okay happy and successful. But also a mother and a father never getting to see their child become a happy adult” Uh.. but Nicole is a happy adult..? She has her problems and personality but in general she appreciates the life she has. She went beyond reasonable effort to show that to her parents, but it didn’t work All her parents have to do is open their eyes and not be morons. They were written to provide conflict obviously, but you did a great job breaking down the details of their relationships

It was really incredible storytelling when the writers made everything Gumball had said previously make sense in both the context of being about Nicole and her parents, and also in the context of being about Gumball wanting his grandparents to give him Christmas presents. Lines like: “If it’s too hard to forgive, then just give,” and before he even sings, “there’s too much on the line here,” can be easily interpreted as just being about getting Christmas presents.

ngl this actually almost made me cry dawg I never finished this episode of gumball but this hits different now

RT60 is so underrated

I like and agree with everything in this video, but I hate how it kinda says that Nicole is the reason her childhood sucked and/or didnt have a right to eventually fight what she dealt with in her childhood. Im sure thats not at all what you mean or think, but idk if her wanting independence or to form her own happiness was a “mistake.” Her parents, however good their intentions were for her, were ultimately in the wrong. Their mistakes were withholding love, putting the weight of the world on her shoulders and then blaming her for being a *child* (finger painting Mary mentioned). Nicole “mistake” was her not being okay with suffocating anymore. imo its amazing she was even able to get out. Still, its beautiful she was willing to try to ‘give’ them 💀

10:27 this the mf that beat up dream

this is the first "documentary" video where I've legit sat all the way through it, cried a bit, and didn't feel the need to skip at any given point. THis is a masterpiece man

This episode hit me hard. My own relationship with my mother has been very rocky for the past couple years and being able to see a show actually tackle that kind of subject is a breath of fresh air, especially with how the explained it and the ultimate message wasn’t to just “forgive those who hurt you”, but more so to learn to live despite of the pain you endeared. To not let that trauma hold you back with how you live your life and your relationship with others. It’s a lot more realistic and mature than what I see in some other series that attempt to tackle these kinds of subjects. Thank you for covering it.

Holy shit, this was legitimately eye opening, I’ve disliked so many things just on the basis that I didn’t when I was little, I can’t let that shape me as, thank you for making this, I never would have come to this realization with this video

Dude... That final part was the most impactful shit, and it hit me like a fucking truck hurdling towards an anime girl. Well done, my guy.

13:42 That metal pipe was perfect.😂

I've always found it incredible how despite being a "silly show for kids" Gumball manages to have that peak balance between goofy humour for kids and serious episodes with genuinely meaningful topics and lifelong messages. As someone who comes from a broken family, this episode really hits home for me because neither of my parents are in my life anymore either. My father was an abusive alcoholic (enough said) and my mother was almost identical to Nicole's mother, someone who expected me to achieve nothing but the best with anything lower being broadcast in an attempt to humiliate me into doing better. Home life was awful and it got to a point where I was starving myself, barely brushing my teeth and doing the bare minimum to keep myself alive because I was so burnt out on life as a whole that everything felt like too much effort. I lost the ability to enjoy things, I stopped going outside and my grades plummeted, which resulted in an hour long screaming match where my mother ended it by asking why she had the dumbest kid out of my 8 cousins. I've tried to reconnect over the years as I know neither of us will have forever to do so, and yet no matter how willing I am to forgive every hurtful thing she's done to me like Nicole does, she never reciprocates and instead gaslights me, acting as if she never did anything wrong while doubling down and believing the abuse I went through was "worth it" I love the message this episode sends, however I think it's also good for people to know and realize that this isn't always the case and sometimes people aren't always willing to meet in the middle.

Great ending message.15:00

Oh wow I got genuinly emotional when you showed that song. My mother is mentally abusive and now that I got away, she refuses to speak to me. The only words she said when she finally brought my stuff to my father's place (where I live now) after a year and a half of not seeing or talking to me at all were "I don't want to talk to you".

Watching this video without watching the episode when it aired almost made me tear up, and I almost did the same thing when I rewatched The Hero from second season. Man, what is the deal with this cartoon? In one scene I'm laughing like an idiot, and in the other I'm almost crying like a baby. I think that's kinda amazing, ngl

0:09 What I noticed is while she had a stern face before she left. Nicole's mother can be seen crying into her hands in the background.

5:37 boss baby lore!?!?!?!??!??!

9:35 shipping Richard to Guatemala is absolutely DOWN TREMENDOUS 😭💀💀

This episode is honestly one of my favourites and is just so good. Growing up I would always watch this show with my older brother as it was how we bonded. But the older he got the more he would mentally abuse and criticise me. Watching this video made me remember this episode. Thank you for putting this back into my memories, so I can remember the good times with my brother. Also your channel is completely underrated. Keep making this type of content.

I actually really like what you said at the beginning TAWOG can really go from really goofy and fun to really deep and emotional. I actually broke down at the sad moments inside of the episode “The Hero” it really shows how much power any show has

14:49 i didn't expect that part but regardless it felt ........ good, thanks 😊

As great as this episode is, it’s pretty obvious that Nicole’s parents are in the wrong. Obviously their unrealistically high standards are exaggerated for the sake of comedy, but it kinda irks me how the show sorta half-assedly defends this style of parenting with a “both sides are in the wrong” argument.

10:05 sorry but this part always hits because of the built up and the way Nicole said,”Separately.”

that deep breath bit at the end was genuinely so beautiful, this channel is amazing

I don't normally comment on yt comments but this episode of Gumball really hit close to home. I do not have the healthiest relationship with my family and in many ways, it is similar to Nicole's situation with her parents. This video was a real eye-opener for me to approach my view on them differently. The ending of the video is also very validating and comforting so thank you very much! This is the first video that I have watched of RT60 but I'm so glad I stumbled onto him! I will definitely be watching more of his videos in the future!

I wasn’t able to comment this the day the video was released, but I came back to say thank you man. The video really helped me think about stuff going on in my life and helped me sort stuff out. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Side note: never really imagined that a Gumball video will make me realize a lot about my life

The ending message was actually to real

This episode is so deep. You’re one of my favorite people to watch for sure. 😢😢😢

0:39 is so funny dude the "hell naw" made me laugh

I really needed this video… Getting over trauma is difficult… glad RU-vid recommended this

13:36 last words before death

Why Does The Lip Syncing Fit Well In This Part? 4:46

I’ve never watched this episode, let alone the show, but this video kept popping up. This was a really solid in-depth analysis of an episode and made really good points. Also, it made me cry a little bit.

Forgive and forget is a nice sentiment, but it doesn’t work in all situations. In this case, it’s mostly a difference of opinion that led to the schism but when you’re talking about actual abuse, actual neglect, forgive and forget isn’t enough, and it never will be.

My man really made me cry and heal all in one episode about TAWOG. I'm deceased. Thank you, my homie 😭

4:18 that’s why I love him

The words that you gave us at the end of the video gave me alot of encouragement and hope so thank you

The end up the video made me tear up a bit, i really needed to heart that. Thank you

Tried to breath out, I almost cried... F u man, this was too emotional

So, while I was watching this video, I slammed my fist at the table (it goes with out saying, but please don’t do that) and I kid you not, my cat came in, jumped on my knees and started purring, as if she was checking on me. And the at the end of the video, that breath-in section, really makes me feel better. Wonderful job as always! 👏 Reminded me, how I discovered your channel thanks that video about SpongeBob Credits song.

I JUST STUMBLED UPON THIS, WHY ARE YOU MAKING ME CRY (thank you for this fire video, I lowkey needed it)

This actually really helped my point of view of the past and it’s one of those life changing videos. Thank you for doing this and going in depth!

3:04 and if you look in the other car its the damn clown

I'll be honest, I really didn't like this episode. It really feels like they were trying to "both sides" the situation, when it was clearly on Nicole's parents' fault. I mean even the show told us that it started in childhood, when they put too much pressure on Nicole. That's pretty abusive, and yet they "don't know" when it started. This is usually what bad parents will say (sometimes aware and sometimes not) to avoid accountability. The episode really felt victim-blamey and bascailly said "well your parents might die soon so better make up" (which is also what a lot of childhood abuse victims hear), ignoring the fact that they didn't even say sorry. Sorry about the rant, I just feel really personally hurt by this episode, because it seems everyone always wants the kid to forgive but not the parents to apologize. It felt very "sweep it under the rug".

2:07 same here, brother. The struggle was real

Glad to see this one blew up, loved the analysis 🙏🏾

Whether you see this or not: thank you. I've been trying to get over years of trauma caused by myself and the people around me. I really needed this video today. Another step forward.

Although you can't go back and prevent any damage done to a relationship, that doesn't mean you can't try to repair it.

The saddest episode for me was when richard overhears gumball trashing on him. I LITERALLY HAD TEARS FLOWING FROM MY EYES. Edit: THE SONG PART ABOUT RICHARD BEING GUMBALL'S HERO WHEN HE WAS A BABY MADE ME WANT TO MAKE A WHOLE OCEAN OF TEARS.

dayum I just watched this video for curiosity but then it made me sad then I cried then it got deep at the end, thanks for the video was a great watch

2:53 damnnnn so that’s where the meme came from

14:43 I don't know why but this part almost made me cry wtf

11:25 time is a tool that you put on a wall or wear it on your wrist, the past is far behind us, the future doesn’t exist

man thanks for reminding me why I love this show. I didn't really get it when I watched it the first time but now I see what made this show so genious and can truly appriciate the masterpiece that it is.

Honestly, phenomenal video. Thank you

Honestly one of your best videos so far. The ending was really good. Keep up the great work RT.

THE RETURN OF THE KING!

“the choices” episode had me bawling. I really started reflecting on my own life and realized that although my life isn’t perfect, I’m content with how things are now. I loved the way you analyzed this episode.

the message you gave in this video is absolutely beautiful, i applaud you for being able to connect the viewer to the video and helping people accept themselves as who they are

Thnx RT60, I honestly havent watched much since your gumball series reviews, but im gonna call my parents now, so thanks

GOAT T60 the ending made me feel alot better thank you

That last minute or so of this, I don't think I realised I needed to hear it. Thank you.

Wow that was an excellent break down of everything that episode represents. Your take actually helped me with how I think of my current self and my past traumas. Thank you

What have you done I literally cried😭 (needed this, thanks)

beautiful commentary for a beautiful episode. really love and appreciate the brief yet meaningful breathing activity at the end

i was expecting a gumball episode review, NOT YOU MAKING ME CRY!!!!! thank you.❤

This video brang so many meanings to me when I was not even expecting it would come from a gumball episode. Thank you kind sir for this great video.

Really good video. The moment with breathing truly touched me. I didn't know how much I needed to hear what u said. Thank you!

i’m sittin at my job rn, saw this vid on my recommended and thought “seems like a good vid to pass the time while it’s slow.” dude this shit made me feel more deeply than i have in years. i’m 20 years old, and to this day i still have tons of unsorted shit from my upbringing that i still don’t 100% know how to feel about. but the end with the deep breath thing genuinely made me feel more at peace with who i am today. fantastic vid man, keep it up.

“Breath in breathe out, that wasn’t you from years ago, it wasn’t that nagging voice in your head, that was you, and while you have time you gotta embrace you” that hits fucking different man

Your commentary is amazing. Amazing, The way you explained everything made me cry.

A great RU-vidr that can always put his viewers in a great mood, don't worry RT, we enjoyed the video, and will keep enjoying the many more you give us 👍🏽

thank you so much for including that breathing thing at the end 🤍, great video!

today was so rough for me ive been in a fight or flight response on and off for a week now. theres sm going on especially with my parents and past trauma but seeing this was so relieving. the message, your wording, the way you did the ending. it help me put the brakes on for a bit and be calm, cry a little even 😭😭 thank you so much for this. its a lot of reflecting i didnt know how to sort but now i can at least take the first step. much love 🙏🏾❤️

man that almost moved me to tears. honestly banger video.