The total viewership and ratings for this episode were up significantly from the previous episode. But beyond anything else that happened in the episode, the real sadness that stays with us about Monteith was said the best, as so many things usually are, by Sue: "It's just so pointless ... all that potential." In a great example of this, Sue calls Kurt in for a meeting, and – both of them trying to maintain ultimate sass levels but just coming across appropriately deflated – the two of them discuss the fact that someone has stolen the memorial tree that Sue had planted for Finn. [18], The episode was received positively by most critics. Finn Hudson's death leaves a massive hole in everyone's lives and each individual grieves in a different way. Josh Duhamel could soon be joining Jennifer Lopez in the upcoming action comedy, Shotgun Wedding. Edit. Mercedes chooses to have a turn immediately, and performs “I’ll Stand By You,” – a song that, as she explains, Finn once told her he sung to “his” baby’s sonogram, a memorable moment from season 1. He’s dead, and all we’ve got left is his voice in our head. She praised the episode's opening number stating "“Seasons of Love” is the perfect choice to open the episode...It's the most lovingly mixed track Glee's produced in quite some time...It's an offering. Glee returns Thursday, November 7 at 9 p.m. eastern/pacific. She also praised the writers, who in her opinion "met that challenge in the best possible ways. There’s no other word for it." You have to keep on being a parent even though you don’t get to have a child anymore.”. It was the show's highest rating since the fourth season episode "Britney 2.0". “I’m telling you this straight, because that’s how you and I talk. [12], Six songs from the episode have been released under the title The Quarterback, and the cover of the release features Monteith's face. Guidance counselor Emma Pillsbury, Will's wife, tells Will she is worried that he is slighting his own feelings, but Will claims he is fine. This conversation is the last dialogue of the episode, but not the last scene – over instrumental music, we see Will entering his home, sitting down, clearly drained, and opening his satchel to pull out the damned letterman jacket. I cannot imagine what it would have been like having to sit in that room and watch her do that. Jane Lynch as Sue Sylvester (14/20) (episodes 1-13, 17) 8. I can’t believe that the day is really here where I have to write this recap. They are all wonderful actors and I am sure that some time in their careers they will need to act out grief, and it will be well done and touching in terms of filmed, fictional grief. Tina chooses to attend grief counselling with Emma, and I feel genuinely bad for Jenna Ushkowitz that her character had to be the one in this episode to come across badly, because Tina’s issue is basically that she doesn’t know how much longer she can cope with wearing black after it took her so long to transition away from goth. “We honor Finn Hudson by taking care of the people he loved. 1. He was my person.”. Santana chooses to give her performance in the choir room of “If I Die Young” in the choir room, but she introduces it with her usual tongue in cheek chubby-guy insults, speaking irreverently about Finn in the way she would have if he was alive. I come here for the snark (and to punish myself for being as invested in glee as I am). Later, at home, Will pulls Finn's jacket out of his bag, having taken it himself. NOW! She explains her behaviour, saying that she “couldn’t do it” – that she’d had a whole plan to surprise everyone by being genuinely nice and saying all the good things she felt about Finn, but that she chickened out. "[25] He then commented positively on Santana's role and song; and Mike O'Malley and Romy Rosemont's scene; but he was critical of Will Schuester's role in the episode, saying, I had trouble connecting with Will throughout this episode, and I wondered if Morrison did, too — which, by the way, would be understandable, given the circumstances. Genre : Comedy, Drama, Music, Musical Starring : Lea Michele, Rachel Berry/Tina Cohen-Chang (92 episodes, 2009-2013), Jane Lynch IMDb Rating : 6.8/10 from 91,496 users. Puck and Bieste share a root beer as Puck re-plants the memorial tree, and Puck gets introspective about the memorial marker there – the line between Finn’s date of birth and date of death, his whole life in that little line. Season 5 is the first season that doesn't have Finn/Cory Monteith, one of the shows leading stars. [13][14], "The Quarterback" drew in 7.4 million viewers and a 2.9 rating among adults 18-49, Glee's best rating in about a year (the show's highest rating since September 20, 2012). Emma throws beautiful shade as she provides Tina with some pamphlets: “It’s Not All About You,” “Wait, Am I Callous?” but the real point of this scene is that Will drops by as Tina leaves, and he and Emma talk privately about how Will has not yet cried about the entire issue. Everyone rounds on Puck pretty fast, some angry, some, like Kurt, just accepting, but even Mr Schuester, when he tries to stop the fighting and sends everyone away, kind of implicates Puck by saying he understands the sentiment. Buy Glee: Season 5 Episode 3 on Google Play, then watch on your PC, Android, or iOS devices. Lea Michele as Rachel Berry (20/20) 4. She sings “Make You Feel My Love” while openly crying. I care more about how he lived.” – this line is the first of many to come in the episode that feels directed at the public in a broken-fourth-wall way, things the Glee team wanted to say about the reaction to Cory’s death. Marley's black bow front illusion dress on Glee . Kurt asks to hear some of what she had wanted to say, and she tells him. Kurt finds her in the auditorium, where she confesses that she regrets not being nicer to Finn. [17], In Canada, the episode was watched by 1.38 million viewers, placing fourth for the night and twenty-first for the week. And how do we do that? The next day, the glee club perform "Fire and Rain". HBO Max is surprising Euphoria fans yet again by providing subscribers with early access to the second of the series’ two upcoming special episodes. Puck replants the tree and reveals to Beiste that he has joined the Air Force to honor Finn's memory. But this is so much bigger and more important than that, and I’m glad the show chose not to try and incorporate that type of plot. "[24], Jeff Jensen of Entertainment Weekly also criticized the episode, specifically the show creators' choice not to address how Finn died, calling it "the most conspicuous and debatable choice made by the Glee creators. Santana Lopez, unable to cope with her grief, leaves to visit Finn's memorial, only to find a group of Cheerios taking it apart on Sue's orders. And it was up 75 percent from the previous week episode "Tina in the Sky with Diamonds," which drew in 4.42 million viewers. Santana sings "If I Die Young", but breaks down before she can finish. Category page. Glee Season 3 Episode 5 - 'The First Time' Reaction*OPEN ME**Become a PATRON today! The episode has been received positively by critics, though some commented negatively on the show's not revealing a cause of death for Finn. This is a great series. Some of the others look around awkwardly at each other as she begins the song, which is beautiful, but she starts to cry while singing. A little while later, Kurt finds her, alone and staring blankly, in the empty auditorium. Santana apologizes to Sue, who reveals she is heartbroken Finn died believing she hated him. "The Quarterback" is the third episode of the fifth season of the American musical television series Glee, and the ninety-first episode overall. Season Five Episodes. But it was also sort of perfect in the way that Glee can be when faced with tough moments." Mercedes. of hating everyone, including Finn, and saying that Finn hated her too. 7 middle episodes and then the last 3 episodes are amazing and still capture that glee spirit. Naya Rivera as Santana Lopez (15/20) (episodes 1-4, 6-13, 17-19) 7. The Hummels both have very emotional moments regarding some of Finn’s possessions and the grief it draws out of them – Burt breaking down about the “faggy lamp” debacle, and not having hugged Finn enough, and Kurt cuddling into Finn’s letterman jacket, saying “Seeing him come down the hallway wearing this, it was like Superman had arrived.” But naturally, the most awful thing to watch is Carole, trying to be practical, and eventually breaking down into one of the most realistic portrayals of loss that I’ve ever seen, speaking out about the shock element of it all, how every day you have to re-remember and it hits you just as hard as the first time. (How difficult this thing must have been to make for everyone!) He was such a good guy. [2], The filming of the episode has been "incredibly hard" according to Matthew Morrison, who plays glee club director Will Schuester—"We've mourned Cory, but now we're mourning Finn. The next performance comes from Sam and Artie – “Fire and Rain,” picked out acoustically as the kids sit around in a circle on the auditorium stage, but Santana finds it hard to cope with and takes herself out into the halls, wandering to the shrine-like memorial of candles and notes at what would have been Finn’s old locker. Kurt and Puck’s scenes are ones I have missed sorely, and the bristling chemistry is still there when Puck begs Kurt for the letterman jacket, which Kurt has taken to wearing around. The episode's plot centers on the impact Finn's death has on the characters, specifically Kurt Hummel (Chris Colfer), Will Schuester (Matthew Morrison), Santana Lopez (Naya Rivera), Noah Puckerman (Mark Salling), and Rachel Berry (Lea Michele). [6][7] However, Monteith died of a drug overdose on July 13, 2013. We love you, Finn. Which is by far the most memorable of the season. A bittersweet element of the episode is the reminder of some of this cast’s brilliant chemistry, the actors that no longer get to interact very much on screen. "[5] Many cast members called to request that they be included in the episode although they weren't under contract to do so, including Iqbal Theba, who plays Figgins on the show, and appears in the episode. He holds it against his face and starts to cry, which is how Emma finds him as she returns home as well, and the episode closes on that image, before flashing up a tribute screen of Cory’s own name and life dates. Mercedes. Puck confesses that he feels lost without Finn's guidance. “This isn’t real,” he thinks to himself, because someone had to say it. Synopsis:The McKinley gang celebrate the life of former quarterback and New Directions member Finn Hudson. Wikis. By helping them to move on.” “How?” “By not making a self-serving spectacle of our own sadness.”. Country : USA Plot : A high-school Spanish teacher becomes the director of the school’s Glee club, hoping to restore it to its former glory. [29], Past and current New Directions members commemorate the late, Learn how and when to remove this template message, a song Finn previously sang when he believed he was going to become a father, The Quarterback (Music from the TV Series), "Cory Monteith Tribute: Ryan Murphy Reveals What's Next for, "Twitter / @ddlovato: Gllllleeeeeeeeeeee #1stDay #LOVEthiscast!!! [25], Robert Bianco of USA Today gave the episode mixed reviews, saying "perhaps it is best to think of Thursday's broadcast as a labor of love, and to presume it worked best for those who are most devoted to the show and its often heady blend of musical flash, after-school-special preachiness and high-and-low humor. $58 Nordstrom. As the screen fades, a memorial for Cory is displayed, which says “Cory Monteith, 1982–2013”. And a beautiful one at that. These two characters have always had a special relationship and Bieste calls Puck out for his coping mechanisms, and for being scared to let his feelings out. [28] This album was also the fourteenth to chart in the top 10. Glee Season 5 Episode 3 - The Quarterback - video Dailymotion Thank you. All 6 songs featured in Glee season 5 episode 3: The Quarterback, with scene descriptions. 720p. Bringing you that one movie, show, book and album that you need to consume. She talks about how he would have been a great teacher and thought he’d be her colleague for the next thirty years, and both Jane Lynch and Naya Rivera really, really knock this episode out of the park in terms of demonstrating both their own feelings while also remaining true to their incredibly complex characters. Cory Monteith, who played Finn, was set to return to Glee for the fifth season after having missed the last few episodes of the fourth season while undergoing drug rehabilitation treatment from late March through late April in 2013. "[21], Katy Kroll of Rolling Stone acknowledged the emotional strength of this episode and that "even if you were just a casual viewer or tuned in for the very first time to rubberneck, you probably shed a tear during the emotionally charged special episode". The episode is written by all three of the show's creators—Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan—and directed by Falchuk. New Directions places drumsticks in Finn's memorial, where they meet Rachel Berry, who performs "Make You Feel My Love". Kurt, his father Burt (Mike O'Malley), and Finn's mother Carole (Romy Rosemont) all talked about the sadness and tragedy of losing a family member, and the moment when the three of them huddled together on the floor to cry and comfort one another was truly the episode's show-stopper." Bieste asks him what he plans to do with his line, and he tells her that he’s going to be joining the military. “Everyone wants to talk about how he died, too, but who cares? Kitty's black pleated leather yoke dress on Glee . Watch a first look at this link. Download to watch offline and even view it on a big screen using Chromecast. Sue sits back on her office couch and reveals her true feelings about Finn to Santana. Fox credits fourteen main cast members for the season: Matthew Morrison as glee club director Will Schuester; Jane Lynch as cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester; Chris Colfer, Lea Michele and Naya Rivera as McKinley graduates and former glee club members Kurt Hummel, Rachel Berry and Santana Lopez, respectively; and Jacob Artist, Melissa Benoist, Darren Criss, Blake Jenner, Kevin McHale, Alex Newell, Chord Overstreet, Becca Tobin and Jenna Ushkowitzas current glee club members Jake Puckerman, Marley Ros… Darren Criss as Blaine Anderson (20/20) 3. Nonton Glee - English Teen tv series on Disney+ Hotstar now. On October 16, 2013, it debuted at number 7 on the Billboard 200, selling 47,000 copies. Ask questions and download or stream the entire soundtrack … Watch a collection of PSAs the cast recorded in light of Cory’s passing by overdose: We want to hear your thoughts on this topic! The six songs are "Seasons of Love" from Rent performed by members of New Directions past and present, The Pretenders' "I'll Stand by You" sung by Riley, James Taylor's "Fire and Rain" performed by Chord Overstreet and Kevin McHale, The Band Perry's "If I Die Young" sung by Naya Rivera, Bruce Springsteen's "No Surrender" performed by Salling and Adele's cover of Bob Dylan's "Make You Feel My Love" sung by Lea Michele. There are two episodes in this season … However, she criticized the way the writers left the cause of Finn's death. The staging of Seasons of Love is perfect. Superman & Lois are about to touch down in a big way over at The CW. 17 responses to “Glee Season 5 Episode 3 – TV Review” CW Wright says : October 12, 2013 at 8:27 pm. Shortly before production started Cory died and the show pays tribute to him in the 3 episode. Puck lashes out aggressively, punching the wall and tipping a trolley, and Bieste just lets him, before making him sit with her and holding him as he starts to sob. Here, it is the truth. When it overcomes her, some of the group, including Will and Mike, approach her, concerned and reach to hug her, but she warns them off her with her hands, holding them away and muttering “no, no,” before literally screaming and running out. In probably Naya Rivera’s best scene to date, she tears Sue a new one, letting loose with everything she bottled up while she was a student, accusing Sue. We don’t see her, yet, but Kurt gently tells her closed door goodbye as he leaves. The tone and sentiment of your post is just right for this episode. Glee showcases the singing talent a lot of unheard of youth. "The Quarterback" drew in 7.4 million viewers and a 2.9 rating among adults 18-49, Glee's best rating in about a year (the show's highest rating since September 20, 2012). Glee chooses to use The Quarterback to show different reactions to death, different ways of mourning. One moment in his whole life. A haunting sense of loss pervades the first few episodes of the musical dramedy's fifth series, due to the sudden and untimely death of actor Cory Monteith on July 13, 2013. Episodes Tina's black v-neck dress with leather waist on Glee ... Emma's yellow printed bow front blouse and high waisted button detail pencil skirt on Glee . “No, it’s beautiful,” a voice says from behind them, and it’s Rachel, very small and frail, and clutching onto Kurt, saying that she’d felt the need to come and see what they had done for him. It could not have surprised anyone that the episode whipsawed between clashing tones: A scene with Sue spewing out no-one-would-ever-say-that insults crashing up against a that's-how-it-must-feel monologue from Finn's mother about the loss of her child. "[20] Lauren Hoffman of Vulture gave the episode a 4 out of 5 saying that "If you want to distill last night’s Glee down into two sentences, those (spoken to Puck by Coach Bieste) might be the best...It’s tragic. “Glee” Season 5 Episode 3 “The Quarterback” airs tonight on Fox. Will asks her if she ever told Finn her plan and Rachel explains that she did not have to as he already knew. The current New Directions lay sets of drumsticks at Finn’s locker shrine, all of them solemn as Kitty announces, without venom, that it’s sort of cheesy. Puck performs "No Surrender"; Santana then accuses him of stealing Finn's jacket, which Puck denies. The episode was finalized for broadcast—"locked"—on October 3, 2013. Glee, Season 5 Episode 3, is available to watch and stream on Fox. Here's why Glee didn't continue with season 7. Santana mumbles something about taking it as a lesson about talking to people or something, to which Sue responds with one of the most important lines of the episode: “Cut the crap. "[23], Hank Stuever of The Washington Post was more critical of the episode, noting the show's "erasing Finn," and that the lack of previous footage of him during the episode "undermined the episode's strongest scenes, including one in which Finn's mother, Carole [...] broke down in tears while packing her son's bedroom. Kurt hides a photo of himself and Finn, saying “I only keep that out when I know she won’t come in,” – the she, of course, being Rachel. Rachel gives Will a plaque with Finn's picture and a quote of his, which reads: "The show must go...all over the place...or something". The episode’s story begins three weeks after Finn’s funeral, with a voiceover from Kurt as prepares to travel back to Lima from New York for a special glee club memorial. 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