New Girl

Overview
Jessica Day, a quirky and charming woman in her late twenties, finds herself moving in with three bachelor roommates after a rough breakup. With her endearing blend of goofiness, optimism, and raw honesty, Jess remains hopeful about people, despite occasional misgivings. Though she’s somewhat dorky and socially awkward, her self-acceptance shines through. Used to forming closer bonds with women, she navigates the challenges of living with men, leading to hilarious and heartfelt moments as they all learn to coexist and support each other in their own unique ways.
Episodes
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1

Pilot
Following the end of her long-term relationship, Jess decides to move into a new apartment shared with three guys. Eager to dive back into the dating ...
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2

Kryptonite
Nick and Schmidt persuade Jess to retrieve her belongings from her ex-boyfriend Spencer's place. While there, Jess encounters her new roommate Winston...
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3

Wedding
The guys receive an invitation to a wedding, and Nick is anxious about the possibility of encountering his ex. To ease his worries, he asks Jess to ac...
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4

Naked
Jess inadvertently stumbles upon a naked Nick, which causes his self-esteem to plummet, especially after he just secured a date with a beautiful colle...
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5

Cece Crashes
Cece persuades Jess that Nick has deeper feelings for her beyond their roommate relationship, sparking Jess's curiosity. Meanwhile, Schmidt is determi...
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6

Thanksgiving
Jess asks Paul, the music teacher she's had a crush on for ages, to join the group's Thanksgiving dinner at the loft. However, things quickly spiral o...
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7

Bells
Jess feels a pang of jealousy when Winston steps in to join her struggling handbell group for troubled youths, quickly showcasing his natural talent. ...
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8

Bad In Bed
Jess, eager to elevate her relationship with Paul, turns to the guys for some guidance on intimacy. At the same time, Schmidt finds a way to crash his...
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9

The 23rd
The group heads to Schmidt’s festive office celebration, where Jess becomes anxious after unwrapping a lavish gift from Paul.
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10

The Story of the 50
As Schmidt's birthday celebrations for his 29th take a nosedive, Jess steps in to salvage the day, recruiting her eager vice-principal to help throw a...
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11

Jess and Julia
Nick becomes anxious when Julia hesitates to define their relationship. At the same time, Jess recruits Julia's assistance to avoid a traffic ticket. ...
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12

The Landlord
Despite Nick's objections, Jess is determined to win over their difficult landlord. However, her efforts risk putting their living arrangements in jeo...
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13

Valentine's Day
On Valentine’s Day, Jess, experiencing single life for the first time, persuades Schmidt to help her pursue a carefree romance with a charming stran...
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14

Bully
When Jess steps in to confront a bully in class, she unexpectedly becomes the new target of the troublemaker. Meanwhile, Schmidt is riding high from h...
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15

Injured
After Nick gets injured during a game of touch football and Jess learns that he lacks insurance, she decides to take him to her doctor friend, who hap...
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16

Control
When Jess notices that Schmidt is shouldering all the housework, she encourages him to "go on strike," which disrupts the entire harmony of the loft. ...
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17

Fancyman (1)
Jess finds herself in an uncomfortable situation as she goes out with the affluent dad of one of her students. At the same time, Nick is on a quest to...
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18

Fancyman (2)
Jess’s elegant outing with Russell takes an unexpected turn. At the same time, Nick’s college buddy drops by, reigniting Nick’s wild side as he ...
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19

Secrets
As Jess prepares for a marathon, she uncovers a secret that Cece has been hiding, putting their friendship in jeopardy. At the same time, Winston stru...
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20

Normal
Jess, feeling anxious, asks Russell to join her for the weekend at the loft, and her worries intensify when he bonds with the guys more than she antic...
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21

Kids
Jess takes care of Russell's tween daughter for the weekend and unexpectedly encounters his ex-wife. Meanwhile, Schmidt and Cece get anxious after sus...
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22

Tomatoes
Jess worries that the intense chemistry Russell has with his ex-wife Ouli is missing from their relationship. At the same time, Cece struggles to conf...
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23

Backslide
While out, Jess and Nick unexpectedly cross paths with their former partners, Paul and Caroline, sparking concerns among their friends that they might...
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24

See Ya
When a roommate chooses to leave the loft, the group embarks on an unplanned journey to the desert. There, Winston confronts his fear of darkness, whi...
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1

Re-launch
After losing her teaching job, Jess steps in to help out as a shot girl at Schmidt's party aimed at rebranding himself.
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2

Katie
Jess assumes a different identity when a charming stranger confuses her for his blind date. At the same time, a customer at Nick's bar insists he is N...
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3

Fluffer
Jess and Nick take a closer look at the dynamics of their friendship. Meanwhile, Schmidt is determined to win over a beautiful Republican and decides ...
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4

Neighbors
Jess finds herself with a group of very young neighbors, and she's set on charming them, even though they see her as an "Old Girl" rather than the "Ne...
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5

Models
Following an unforgettable night out with Cece and her model pals, Jess takes the wheel when she steps in for Cece at a car show. Meanwhile, the guys ...
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6

Halloween
Jess lands a role as a zombie in a haunted house, but her greater fear stems from her evolving feelings for Sam. Meanwhile, Schmidt and Cece are a per...
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7

Menzies
As Jess intensifies her job hunt, the guys start to worry that her menstrual cycle is negatively impacting both their mental and physical states. At t...
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8

Parents
Jess decides to host Thanksgiving dinner for her divorced parents, seeking the help of Nick and Cece to orchestrate a "Parent Trap" in hopes of rekind...
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9

Eggs
Upon discovering that a friend is expecting a baby, Jess and Cece spiral into a panic about their own ticking biological clocks. In a separate storyli...
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10

Bathtub
Frustrated with showering, Jess and Winston come up with a plan to install a bathtub in their loft. At the bar, Nick encounters a stunning and fierce ...
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11

Santa
As the group tries to navigate several holiday parties in a single evening, Jess makes an effort to steer clear of a regretful Sam. Meanwhile, Nick st...
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12

Cabin
Jess and Sam head out for a weekend escape with Nick and Angie, but things take an unexpected turn when Jess dives into the party scene, stirring up t...
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13

A Father's Love
Nick's estranged father unexpectedly shows up, leaving Jess determined to mend their strained relationship, even as Nick worries he might just be a pa...
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14

Pepperwood
Nick grows increasingly suspicious that one of Jess's talented students in her adult writing class might be a killer.
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15

Cooler
Nick and Schmidt head out for a "bro's night," but their fun takes a turn as they both become smitten with a stunning woman who has a fascination with...
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16

Table 34
The group heads to a dating convention, where Cece is on the lookout for a potential husband, while Schmidt is determined to win her back. At the same...
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17

Parking Spot
Schmidt stumbles upon a coveted parking space that no one knew existed, igniting a fierce competition among Jess and the roommates to claim it for the...
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18

Tinfinity
Jess attracts the attention of a pro football player, thanks to Winston scoring an exclusive interview for his radio show. At the same time, Nick and ...
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19

Quick Hardening Caulk
Jess finally realizes her romantic feelings for Nick but has a hard time expressing them—until the pain medication she's on gives her the courage to...
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20

Chicago
After a loss in Nick's family, Jess, Schmidt, and Winston accompany him to Chicago to assist with the funeral arrangements. There, they encounter Nick...
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21

First Date
Jess and Nick, navigating the tricky space between friendship and romance, decide to take a leap and go on a First Date. However, when Schmidt and Win...
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22

Bachelorette Party
Jess plans a surprise bachelorette party for Cece, while Nick and Winston clumsily entertain her fiancé, Shivrang, for the evening. Meanwhile, Schmid...
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23

Virgins
Through a series of flashbacks, Jess, Nick, Schmidt, Winston, and Cece share their experiences of losing their virginity. As they recount their storie...
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24

Winston's Birthday
Jess' dad decides to drop by the loft on the most inconvenient day, leaving a tense Nick to spend the entire day with him. On the eve of Cece's weddin...
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25

Elaine's Big Day
On Cece's wedding day, Jess and Nick take a moment to evaluate their relationship. At the same time, Schmidt collaborates with an overly eager Winston...
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1

All In
Nick and Jess embark on a passionate getaway to Mexico, but their exciting escapade quickly spirals out of control when Nick finds himself in handcuff...
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2

Nerd
Jess starts her new job at a school and is excited to establish herself as a trendy teacher among her colleagues and students.
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3

Double Date
Believing that Schmidt has decided to commit to Cece, Jess and Nick ask him to join them for a double date. Nick faces a dilemma as he struggles with ...
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4

The Captain
Schmidt decides to interfere with Jess and Nick's romance.
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5

The Box
Nick starts to mishandle the inheritance from his deceased father, prompting Jess to secretly use part of the funds to settle some of his overdue bill...
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6

Keaton
Schmidt is thrilled to find a string of recent emails from his idol, Michael Keaton, who has been corresponding with Nick since childhood. However, he...
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7

Coach
After his breakup, Coach drops by the apartment to enjoy a "guys night out" with the guys. Meanwhile, Nick shares his plans to hit a strip club with t...
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8

Menus
When a pile of Chinese food take-out menus is dumped at the loft’s front door, it sparks a chain of amusing escapades for Jess and the guys.
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9

Longest Night Ever
Jess needs to keep Schmidt entertained while Cece heads out on a date with Coach. Meanwhile, Nick and Winston embark on a mission to track down Fergus...
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10

Thanksgiving III
Nick and Jess decide to take their friends on a Thanksgiving camping trip. Meanwhile, Coach and Schmidt engage in a rivalry to determine who excels as...
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11

Clavado En Un Bar
Jess faces a sudden choice regarding her career, prompting her friends to reminisce about the paths that led them to their own jobs.
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12

Basketsball
Jess makes an effort to bond with Coach by joining him to watch Detroit Pistons games and embracing the role of a Pistons supporter. However, her newf...
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13

Birthday
Nick is determined to host the ultimate birthday celebration for Jess, but he faces several challenges along the way. Meanwhile, Schmidt goes above an...
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14

Prince
Jess is excited to hit the town in style when she and her best friend Cece unexpectedly receive an invitation to an exclusive mansion party hosted by ...
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15

Exes
Nick finds himself in an uncomfortable encounter with his ex-girlfriend, Caroline. In an effort to ease the tension, Jessica encourages him to conside...
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16

Sister
Abby, Jess' free-spirited sister, arrives and quickly turns the loft upside down. At the same time, Schmidt recruits Nick to help him sneak into a bar...
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17

Sister II
Jess becomes frantic when her sister, Abby, chooses to remain in Los Angeles and shows interest in one of the loft residents. At the same time, Winsto...
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18

Sister III
As Jess settles into Nick's bedroom, they find themselves grappling with an absence of personal space. At the same time, Cece is concerned that Abby m...
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19

Fired Up
Jess brings Coach on board as her school's volleyball coach, but she quickly finds herself in the position of having to let him go. At the same time, ...
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20

Mars Landing
Jess and Nick confront some hard truths regarding their relationship, prompting them to reevaluate where they stand. Meanwhile, Schmidt, Winston, and ...
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21

Big News
Nick and Jess make an effort to hide their breakup from their friends, wanting to maintain some level of privacy. Meanwhile, Winston successfully comp...
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22

Dance
Jess is anxious that someone might be plotting to ruin her inaugural middle school dance, so she recruits her friends to assist her in supervising the...
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23

Cruise
Jess and Nick decide to take the gang on a cruise they had originally planned while they were still a couple.
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1

The Last Wedding
During the final wedding of the summer, the group decides to make a vow: by the end of the night, everyone will find romance. Jess focuses on the char...
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2

Dice
Schmidt takes on the role of Jess's dating coach, guiding her through the tricky world of mobile apps. At the same time, Winston is eager to impress h...
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3

Julie Berkman's Older Sister
Jess's father shows up with his new girlfriend, who turns out to be the same girl who was a fierce rival of Jess and Cece back in high school. At the ...
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4

Micro
In an effort to demonstrate that girls aren’t superficial, Jess agrees to go on a date with a guy who has some major flaws. At the same time, Winsto...
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5

Landline
After Coach's romantic involvement with the school nurse goes awry, Vice Principal Jess is forced to implement a strict "no fraternization" rule for t...
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6

Background Check
During Winston's police academy training, the loft faces a home inspection and background check. This wouldn't be an issue—until Jess confesses that...
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7

Goldmine
To ease Jess' worries about his status as her "ex," Nick decides to pretend he's gay. This leads to some tension with Coach, who is frustrated by Wins...
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8

Teachers
Jess, Coach, and Ryan head off to a teachers' conference featuring the renowned education expert Brenda Brown. Meanwhile, at the loft, Nick, Schmidt, ...
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9

Thanksgiving IV
As winter approaches and all of their friends remain single, Schmidt decides to host a Thanksgiving dinner party themed around "Bangs-giving." The twi...
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10

Girl Fight
Schmidt soon realizes that delving into the dynamics of a girl fight isn’t worth it when tensions flare between Jess and Cece. At the same time, Nic...
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11

LAXmas
As the group gets ready to head off for the holidays, they soon realize they might end up spending the break alone when they find themselves stuck at ...
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12

Shark
Nick and Coach grow worried upon meeting Winston's new training officer. Meanwhile, Jess enlists Schmidt's help, hoping to persuade a councilwoman to ...
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13

Coming Out
During a school outing, things take a turn for the worse when Jess struggles to balance her attention between the students, particularly Ryan, to avoi...
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14

Swuit
Jess lends a hand to Schmidt and Nick as they present their innovative business idea, the "Swuit," a suit crafted entirely from sweatshirt fabric, to ...
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15

The Crawl
With the arrival of a new bar in the area, Nick finally has everything he needs for his ultimate Valentine's Day pub crawl. At the same time, Jess and...
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16

Oregon
Jess embarks on a nostalgic journey as she and her friends head to her hometown in Portland, Oregon, to attend her father's wedding. The visit stirs u...
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17

Spiderhunt
When the loft goes into lockdown due to Schmidt's fear of spiders, the gang embarks on a frantic search for the creepy crawlers. Amid the turmoil, Win...
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18

Walk of Shame
Following a wild night out at Bearclaw's, Jess and Cece head back to the loft, where they unexpectedly bump into someone they know. At the same time, ...
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19

The Right Thing
Jess awkwardly shows up at a funeral, frantically trying to erase a risqué message she accidentally sent to the deceased. Meanwhile, Schmidt’s moth...
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20

Par 5
Fawn brings Jess along to a charity golf tournament, where the Vice Principal embarrassingly ends up stuck in a sand trap while trying to impress ever...
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21

Panty Gate
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22

Clean Break
As Coach gets ready to leave the loft, Schmidt takes the opportunity to declutter his belongings, leading him to realize what truly matters in his lif...
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1

Big Mama P
Cece and Schmidt approach Jess and Nick, asking them to take on the roles of Maid of Honor and Best Man for their wedding. Their initial mission is to...
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2

What About Fred
As Jess dives back into dating, she ends up with a total loser (guest star Taran Killam), but surprisingly, she finds herself smitten with his ideal p...
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3

Jury Duty
Jess is excited to head to jury duty, but her enthusiasm wanes when she learns there's a chance for a promotion at work. Meanwhile, Nick finds himself...
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4

No Girl
While Jess is stuck serving on a jury, Nick seizes the opportunity to transform the loft into an Airbnb to cover the costs of Schmidt's upcoming bache...
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5

Bob & Carol & Nick & Schmidt
Nick's cousin and his spouse come over with a unique favor to ask, leading Schmidt to give Nick a sneak peek into what his future might hold. At the s...
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6

Reagan
When Jess is called for jury duty, she finds a charming pharmaceutical representative to take over her room temporarily. The arrival of this attractiv...
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7

Wig
Concerned about how Nick's feelings for Reagan are affecting their own relationship, Schmidt and Cece decide to intervene. Meanwhile, Winston steps in...
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The Decision
Reagan confronts Nick and Winston about their inability to make a choice by declaring she will only sleep with one of them. Meanwhile, while scouting ...
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Heat Wave
Nick and Reagan find themselves in a heated competition to see who can install the superior air conditioning unit in the loft. At the same time, Winst...
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10

Goosebumps Walkaway
Jess sets out to uncover the true identity of a juror who was kept in isolation with her. Meanwhile, Reagan gets ready to move forward in her life. To...
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11

The Apartment
Cece is ready to settle into the loft, and as Jess assists her with packing up her cherished apartment, she faces the looming deadline of finishing th...
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12

D-Day
When Cece lands a thrilling new job opportunity, Jess steps in to assist Schmidt with his wedding plans. However, the situation takes an unexpected tu...
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13

Sam, Again
Jess interviews for a position at an innovative new school, but her excitement quickly fades upon discovering that the principal is in a relationship ...
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14

300 Feet
After Jess receives a restraining order from her ex-boyfriend, Sam, she enlists Winston's help to prove her innocence. Meanwhile, Nick and Schmidt dev...
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15

Jeff Day
Jess creates a male persona named "Jeff Day" to outsmart a sexist car salesman, but her scheme unravels when both Nick and Sam show up at the dealersh...
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16

Helmet
Jess, content in her relationship with Sam, opens up to Cece about a steamy dream she had involving Nick. Meanwhile, Schmidt steps in to assist Winsto...
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17

Road Trip
Feeling humiliated in front of Cece, Schmidt is determined to have a rugged bachelor party weekend in Vegas. However, their road trip takes an unexpec...
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18

A Chill Day In
Determined to relive their wild days, Jess and Cece throw their low-key bachelorette party plans out the window and set out for an unforgettable night...
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19

Dress
Jess is in a hurry to adjust Cece’s wedding gown, while Schmidt works hard to hide his “wedding workshop” from his colleagues. At the same time,...
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20

Return To Sender
Jess encounters Diane, Sam's close female friend. At the same time, Nick frets that Gavin will let Schmidt down once more, while Winston feels slighte...
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21

Wedding Eve
The evening prior to the wedding, Nick and Winston assist Schmidt in revising his vows. Meanwhile, Jess, convinced that Sam is about to pop the questi...
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22

Landing Gear
In a desperate attempt to persuade Cece's mom to attend their wedding, Schmidt risks everything and may end up missing the big day altogether.
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House Hunt
Jess explores various distractions to take her mind off Nick, who surprisingly comes back from his summer in New Orleans earlier than she expected. At...
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Hubbedy Bubby
Jess and Cece dive into the world of campaigning, challenging a skeptical Schmidt to a bet that they can rally voters for the upcoming Presidential el...
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3

Single and Sufficient
Schmidt and Cece, along with Winston and Aly, invite Jess to join them on a couples glamping getaway, but things get complicated when some of her frie...
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4

Homecoming (II)
Jess and her friends travel to New York, where Schmidt thinks he’s receiving a special recognition from his old high school. While there, Jess cross...
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5

Jaipur Aviv
As the group pitches in to renovate Schmidt and Cece's new home, Jess takes the lead in proposing a vote to allow Reagan to return to the loft. In the...
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6

Ready
When Jess reveals she’s open to dating again, Schmidt encourages her to consider her workout buddy, Robby, as a potential match. Meanwhile, Cece bri...
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7

Last Thanksgiving
On Thanksgiving, Jess and her friends are eager to ensure the holiday is memorable. However, their plans take an unexpected turn when Robby makes a su...
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8

James Wonder
To secure the upcoming principal position at her school, Jess needs to win over the skeptical head of the Parents' Council. Meanwhile, Winston puts hi...
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9

Es Good
Schmidt recruits Nick to assist him in gaining the approval of his challenging contractor. At the same time, Jess and Robby push the boundaries of the...
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Christmas Eve Eve
Jess is having a tough time managing the loft's Secret Santa gift exchange. When Winston fears that his online order for Cece won't arrive on time, he...
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11

Raisin's Back
As Reagan settles into the loft, Nick attempts to act nonchalant about the situation. At the same time, Schmidt goes on a quest for self-discovery aft...
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12

The Cubicle
Jess is taken aback by the hefty amount of Robby's medical bill and goes to great lengths to figure out how to contribute. Meanwhile, Cece, with assis...
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13

Cece's Boys
While searching for a new vice principal, Jess realizes she struggles significantly with decision-making. At the same time, Cece ropes Jess and Reagan...
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14

The Hike
During a day out hiking, Jess and Robby stumble upon a surprising revelation about their relationship. At the same time, Winston organizes a surprise ...
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15

Glue
After Reagan secures a book signing for Nick, he panics and struggles with self-doubt. In an effort to calm him down and ensure everything goes well, ...
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Operation: Bobcat
On Valentine's Day, Jess attempts to assure her friends that she’s completely happy being single. At the same time, Schmidt is in a fierce race for ...
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Rumspringa
Feeling anxious about her new role as principal, Jess is taken on a calming day trip to Solvang by Nick and Schmidt, but things soon take an unexpecte...
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Young Adult
Feeling uncertain about her popularity as a principal, Jess turns to Nick and "The Pepperwood Chronicles" for assistance in winning over the students....
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Socalyalcon VI
Upon Reagan's return from a business trip, Jess worries that she's been too focused on her role as Nick's girlfriend. At the same time, Schmidt and Ce...
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20

Misery
Jess distracts herself from her emotions for Nick by looking after her father in Portland. At a work party with Reagan, Nick starts to feel anxious ab...
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21

San Diego
While Jess remains in Portland with her father, they find themselves surprisingly assisting each other with their romantic challenges. At the same tim...
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22

Five Stars for Beezus
Jess is poised to confess her real feelings to Nick. At the same time, Nick is busy meeting with a book publisher, while Aly assists Winston in reachi...
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About Three Years Later
Jess and Nick return from their European book tour promoting "The Pepperwood Chronicles."
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Tuesday Meeting
During a boozy power lunch, Jess and Cece resolve to confront Russell and insist that Jess is assigned greater responsibilities in her new role. At th...
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3

Lillypads
Feeling anxious about Ruth's upcoming interview at an esteemed pre-school, Schmidt enlists Jess to assist with her preparations. At the same time, Nic...
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Where the Road Goes
The group comes together to commemorate the one-year anniversary of their dear friend's passing. While they reflect on their memories, Jess uncovers t...
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Godparents
In an effort to soothe Winston's nerves about becoming a father, Jess embarks on a mission to locate his estranged dad. At the same time, Schmidt retu...
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Mario
Nick's intention to propose to Jess takes an unexpected turn when they make the decision to adopt a dog. Meanwhile, Winston experiences the joy of see...
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The Curse of the Pirate Bride
Jess and Nick find themselves making two pivotal choices that will alter their lives, while Winston and Aly are set to celebrate their special day.
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Engram Pattersky
The group embarks on a nostalgic journey, reminiscing about their past adventures together. This trip down memory lane culminates in one last game of ...