Kidding

Jeff Pickles wants to address the topic of death on the show, but his executive producer, Seb, insists on keeping the Mr. Pickles character distinct from Jeff's personal views. Meanwhile, Deirdre disciplines her daughter Maddy for refusing to eat her vegetables.

Jeff makes an impulsive choice that jeopardizes the future of his show, prompting Seb to devise a plan to restore Jeff's public image. Tensions arise between Jeff and Seb as they clash over how to mend Jeff's strained family relationships. Meanwhile, Deirdre attempts to uncover more about the situation while Maddy is away at piano lessons, and Jeff's son Will begins to explore his independence with a new group of friends.

Jeff attempts to move on from his heartbreak, while Deirdre faces the challenges of her daughter's worsening health. Seb envisions a future for *Mr. Pickles' Puppet Time* without Jeff, and Jeff tries to help Will find a new interest to distract him from his marijuana use.

Jeff deals with the aftermath of a one-night stand while Jill discovers he has been secretly sending money to someone and confronts him about it.

Jeff attempts to embrace new experiences outside his usual routine, while Seb pushes for creative updates to Puppet Time and promotes his latest venture, Pickles On Ice, featuring Tara Lipinski.

Will attempts a personal tribute to his late brother, while Jeff initiates changes to the Pickles on Ice team. Deirdre directs her frustration toward Maddy, and Jeff seeks to persuade Vivian to continue her medical treatment.

Jeff begins speaking more candidly to the children on *Puppet Time*, unsettling Seb who is worried about Jeff's upcoming live appearance at the National Tree Lighting Ceremony. Meanwhile, Deirdre and Scott welcome a new guest from Japan, Mr. Pickles-San, as the Pickles family celebrates Thanksgiving together.

Jeff forms a bond with the son of his pen pal, a death row inmate, and becomes determined to assist him in his final days.

Jeff questions whether his unusual experiences are a sign of a mental breakdown or a personal breakthrough. Meanwhile, Will faces disciplinary action at school, and Scott confronts Deirdre about her growing attachment to Mr. Pickles-San. In the meantime, Seb makes an impromptu change to the *Pickles on Ice* set while Jeff is away.

Jeff's life is upended after he gives a controversial speech on national television, causing ripple effects among his friends, family, and colleagues as they each grapple with its consequences.

Jeff discovers that by lying—something he has never done before—he can achieve all his desires, setting off a chain of events with unexpected consequences.

Jeff becomes immersed in the real-life version of Pickle Barrel Falls while Jill, Deirdre, and Seb argue about the cause of his recent erratic behavior.

Jeff seeks a way to communicate directly with children worldwide, while Seb transitions leadership of the Pickle company to Deirdre. Meanwhile, Will discovers a book of spells that forces him to confront his past.

Jeff begins to question his friendships and forms a new bond, while Deirdre works to revive the Puppet Time show.

Jeff attempts to explain the concept of change to children in the season premiere of Mr. Pickles' Puppet Time.

Jeff, Deirdre, Will, and Seb participate in a somber at-sea funeral following an international incident.

Deirdre faces a health concern while attending Jeff's Lifetime Achievement Award event, where he struggles with maintaining his public persona. Meanwhile, Seb reconnects with an old acquaintance and forms a new relationship.

Jeff initiates a new family tradition for the Pickles, while Deirdre works to improve the show's public image.

Jeff realizes that distance might be the best way to protect himself, while Will encounters an enigmatic guest at school. Deirdre, with Maddy's support, achieves a breakthrough for the show.

Jill poses a challenging question to Jeff, leaving him uncertain about how to respond.