Michael introduces the Bluths to Ann's conservative parents, hoping to turn them against George Michael and Ann's pre-engagement. Oscar throws Lucille an anniversary party.
The Arrested Development episode "Meat the Veals" provides examples of:
- Beware the Nice Ones: Don't tell Mr Veal you fooled around with his wife.
- Catchphrase: Maeby's line "Marry me" starts to get old.
- Crime After Crime: GOB has to sedate Buster because he walked in on him taking out Lucille.
- Delayed Reaction: We get this exchange after Gob and George Sr. kidnap Lucille:Buster: Gob made me kiss Franklin, and I think my father was here.Oscar: Maybe he still is. (looks to the side dramatically as piano music plays)Michael: (music stops abruptly) Oh, shut up. What do you mean, he was here?Buster: I think he was dragging my mother out with Gob.Oscar: Oh, you shut up!
- Fearful Symmetry: Oscar and George Sr. cannot defeat another in combat because of their synchronized moves.
- Gambit Pile Up: The final confrontation at the church brings all characters with their different agendas together.
- Hey, Wait!: The security guard pulling GOB's leg.
- Mum Looks Like a Sister: Ms Veal brings up this trope when Michael compliments her on her young look.
- Police Are Useless: They have Franklin surrounded, alright.
- Pun-Based Title: This is the episode where we meet the whole Veal family.
- Twin Telepathy: Oscar knows where George Sr. is because as twins they can sense each others thoughts.
