Although I am mostly resistant to New Girl's relentlessly quirky charms, the encyclopedic recaps in such pop culture barometers as Entertainment Weekly are solid evidence that the series has a devoted following. Jess (Zooey Deschanel) and loft-mate Nick (Jake Johnson) are the show's will they/won't they relationship, and during this sophomore season—following much high school-ish behavior—they will. The series continues to insist on making womanizer Schmidt a thing (or as he calls it in the opener, rebuilding the Schmidt “brand”). But for those who love the show, season two does feature some benchmark episodes, including “Cooler,” with Jess and Nick's kiss, and “Virgins,” in which the characters recall how they lost their virginity. Notable guest stars include Jamie Lee Curtis and Rob Reiner as Jess's parents, the late Dennis Farina as Nick's con man father, and Olivia Munn as a stripper/love interest for Nick. Fans will appreciate the inspired banter and wordplay that boasts an original, uniquely New Girl loopiness. Extras include an episode audio commentary, deleted scenes, a gag reel, and an extended episode. Recommended. (D. Liebenson)
New Girl: The Complete Second Season
Fox, 3 discs, 546 min., not rated, DVD: $39.98 Volume 29, Issue 1
New Girl: The Complete Second Season
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