Fair rating?Arrested Development· Season 2 · Episode 6
Afternoon Delight
When a prankster throws the banana stand into the bay, Michael is forced to rebuild it. Meanwhile, Gob acts as president of the company and prepares for the annual Christmas party. But things take an awkward turn when Gob fires everyone after an employee inadvertently roasts him. Michael realizes he must woo the employees back by throwing another holiday party and decides to do it in conjunction with the unveiling of the newly rebuilt banana stand. Meanwhile, Buster plays hooky from the army and spends all of his time at the arcade grabbing stuffed animals with a skill crane.
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#16In Season 2of 18 rated episodes
#37All-timeof 84 rated episodes
−0.3vs season avgSeason 2 averages 8.3
2004First airedDecember 19, 2004
Guest stars
Mae Whitmanas Ann VealCharlie Hartsockas Ted
J.J. Wallas Uncle Paul
Tom Saundersas Tom
Al Eisenmannas Al the Maintenance ManJim Gaines Sullivanas Bus Driver
Ron Howardas Narrator (voice)
Daniel Mandehras DougCrew
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