Malcolm Mittendrin 1x12 ⚡

: While this episode (and the rest of the series) famously avoids using the family's last name, eagle-eyed fans spotted "Wilkerson" on Francis’s nametag in the pilot.

: Ever wonder about that name? It’s actually a nod to Seymour Krelboyne , the nerdy protagonist from The Little Shop of Horrors . Malcolm mittendrin 1x12

Since Wendy is a cheerleader, Reese decides the best way to her heart is to join the squad himself. Watching Reese struggle through routines—and hearing Malcolm’s iconic line about how being a Krelboyne with a cheerleader brother is a "lateral move" even if he wet his pants in public—is peak 1x12 comedy. 2. Francis vs. Spangler : While this episode (and the rest of

Are you team Malcolm or team Reese for this one? Since Wendy is a cheerleader, Reese decides the

In a world of polished, "perfect" TV families, the Wilkersons felt real because they were a mess—and 1x12 is the perfect example of that beautiful, hilarious mess.