Ted Lasso (2020) - Darts Scene

[@TheGrandDuck]

I love how Rupert’s gaze drops as soon as Ted hits the first triple-20. He knows that Ted can put those darts wherever he wants and that he’s been played for an ass.

[@michaeldodds6092]

I like a one where he says the barbecue sauce.

[@RoivonPC]

I love how he takes the loss like a man, bids everyone a good day, and walks away. No whining.

[@johnwing7514]

​@@RoivonPCbecause he had plenty of time to accept his ass was played by a hillbilly

[@cov9290]

I don’t think even Gerwin Price or MVG can do that while telling a story and barely focusing . Ted lasso should of been a pro darts player.

[@larrystrange8044]

I think it's what makes it such a great scene. Rupert knows he was beaten after the first 20. Ted hustled him like a pro. and when he makes the snide comment and Ted threatens him subtlely without showing anger at all Rupert understands his loss

[@boxer12350]

Everyone's gangster until Ted Lasso calmly and respectfully teaches you a life lesson.

[@dac314]

Underrated comment

[@durrtywater3918]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@michaeldodds6092]

I like a one where he says the barbecue sauce.

[@jetchiken]

Respectfully 🙏

[@mickwoodfield9980]

Everybody gangster until Ted says “barbecue sauce”

[@jokerchania]

This monologue can make you a better person. It’s an amazing , emotional scene.

[@cord_cuervo]

This show makes me want to be a better person

[@Vitalogy1996]

So true!!

[@michaeldodds6092]

I like a one where he says the barbecue sauce.

[@99HockeyDad99]

It’s really the best !

[@nancilane5069]

This whole show can make you a better person! I think that's why Ted Lasso is so beloved. A lot of us want to be the best version of ourselves.....

[@williamoscar1234]

"Hey...Better manners when I am holding a dart...Please" The subtle expression change in Ted face, is amazing acting from Jason... you see that very brief moment of him getting angry, and Rupert expression going from smug to oh crap/fear in his eyes... to the perfect speech afterward speaks of not judging, but being curious. This scene is as Ted put it "barbecue sauce"

[@ojayojeda2846]

He deserves those emmy’s he won!

[@arm279145]

Had to remind Rupert he’s american for a second.

[@JPSimen]

His fake accent is almost as bad as a brits. Brits think we all talk like Lasso apparently.

[@Colby706]

@@JPSimen nah

[@isaiahayers1550]

​@@JPSimen "fake accent"? Ted's from Kansas. Jason Sudeikis is from Kansas City. I'm not sure if he's from the Missouri side or the Kansas side but they're basically one big town split into two across the border. There's nothing fake about it.

[@illinialumni]

One of the best scenes I've ever seen in TV. The look on Rebecca's face when he mentioned his father and she clearly realized at that point she had totally misjudged him. So well acted by everyone.

[@michaeldodds6092]

I like a one where he says the barbecue sauce.

[@buttonsfan]

He was winning her over a bit more each episode at least in season 1, I'll be on Season 2 tomorrow.

[@jeffschultz3679]

Her acting in the second half of this scene is really impressive. She communicates so much through facial expressions and body language.

[@mcnall34]

You’re right. Rebecca’s look when he talks about his father passing away was magic. Clearly, CLEARLY, she underestimated him too.

[@ThatIanShane]

She wasn't curious.

[@Fakeaorta]

This speech is also for the bar patrons, the citizens of Richmond, the players, Rebecca, and Trent Grimm. When Ted is talking about 'Be curious, not judgmental, he is basically talking to EVERYONE, not just Rupert. They all underestimated him.

[@cord_cuervo]

That’s the way that I took it too

[@ezzy525]

You mean Trent Crimm, The Independent?

[@roshana110]

I mean he still gets them relegated so they were right

[@xparzival80x18]

Damn never realized that but I like it

[@amorantoboy]

@@roshana110 well, to be fair they only got relegated because at the time of season 1, Rebecca was still sabotaging the team. Ted couldn't have accounted for that. Despite losing their best player(who was becoming the team player we see in s2 Jaime) they still help Man city to a one point game that lost in final seconds to the same player Ted helped grow. There's a reason it was a 3 season series from the start, it's all about the arc

[@zwanzigbier]

I watch this almost every day. It makes me feel something that I can't describe.

[@sanseijedi]

Good on you, mate.

[@seanriopel3132]

You don't need to. We all understand. That's why we love music and moving pictures. They convey emotions like nothing else

[@evervol1]

Everytime I have bbq sauce I always think of this scene and before I take the first bite I always say to myself "bbq sauce"

[@Eaglearm95]

Ditto:))

[@gcarrillo00]

I do too, let’s be curious people ….

[@scottgreengold7255]

To have an unabashed, relentlessly positive show in this day and age seems like an impossibility. To have it be great seems even more impossible but here we are. This scene is perfect on so many levels. Can't wait for the next season!

[@eS-ql7vm]

The New Sincerity movement, man. It’s triumph is inevitable.

[@wawa6711]

They really fucked it up with season 2 and 3 though. They turned Ted in to a whiny prick. The show needed his positivity throughout. Yeah, he could face problems and I'm all good for him showing some weakness but they're just lingering on it FAR too long.

[@eS-ql7vm]

@@isaiahayers1550 Oh snap. Good catch. But why would I want to delete evidence online of you just being a straight up good dude and wanting to anonymously help out a stranger in a way that doesn’t benefit you at all? I’ll keep my mistake up there thank you very much, and you keep your crown, king. 👑

[@de4dwe1ght]

This was a nice interaction. Made me smile.

[@levilandes1719]

This was magnificent. Thank you both, for leaving this where others could see it.

[@_petertaylor]

Episode 8: We find out Ted lost his dad when he was only 16. Episode 3: Ted gave us this quote to Trent. “It ain’t always easy, but neither is growing up without someone believing in you.”

[@reliablereindeer]

In the second season Episode 2: “My dad was always harder on himself than anyone else” Episode 8: “My father killed himself”

[@KS-xk2so]

There are a ton of moments in Season 1 that play quite differently after having known Ted's family history.

[@philledwith8307]

I love how protective Ted is of Rebecca. It's got that Ron Swanson/Leslie Knope vibe.

[@siphillis]

It’s payback for Rebecca helping him through his panic attack. He even gave up an easy 10,000 quid just to help her out.

[@JackyPup]

Nice.. Yeah.. another perfect show.

[@Abhishek-bg5xd]

"Be curious, not judgemental." Words to live by.

[@Chuckfolife]

After watching this scene a couple of times, I’ve realized a few things: 1. Rupert and Bex are separated from everyone else, highlighting their smug attitudes compared to the rest of the pub. 2. Rupert and Bex are drinking from champagne glasses in the pub while everyone else has a bottle, again highlighting their arrogance. 3. Mae smiles as Ted gives his speech and is more excited when he wins than when Rupert prematurely claims victory. 4. Rupert doesn’t know more about football than the casual fan since Sam is a naturally gifted winger not an outside back. 5. Rupert puts on a show and when he’s defeated, claims the only win he can in his new younger wife, something that hints he uses people as a means to make himself look better.

[@PMantis013]

A amazing well written character. So many people seem to be like that.

[@BigTulsa]

And the great thing is that the actress playing Bex is actually Jason's girlfriend IRL...

[@evervol1]

@@BigTulsa not true

[@tg9024]

@@evervol1 Hes right. they are dating

[@evervol1]

@@tg9024I Agree thought he was taking about becca the owner cause she's married lol

[@lud3re384]

Going back to season 1, all those little hints about Ted's father and how his passing shaped who he is today... stellar writing.

[@matthewlowry1366]

This is not only one of the best scenes in this show, but one of the best scenes in television or film. Hats off to the writers, director, and especially to Jason Sudeikis for pulling this off. I'm on approximately my 18th watch. I'll check in again after watch #50

[@ShawnMicheldeMontaigne]

I'm with you, dude.

[@NielsMulvad]

Had over a year to do 33 watches. that would take about 165 min or about 2 hours and some change. You not having watched it yet, is very disappointing. Where is the resolve the will, the passion! You can do better Matthew

[@michaeldodds6092]

I like a one where he says the barbecue sauce.

[@alfonsecoppola5938]

watch this scene every week,i love it

[@ankushsingh2658]

come back for another watch mate!

[@mkfge7]

This may be one of the best scenes in TV history 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@stevechance150]

As long as we are talking about "one of the best" I would submit the opening scene to the series The Newsroom. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHrTfJmtZpxgr7s

[@b.c.2281]

@@stevechance150 I can't express how much I disagree. Aaron Sorkin's writing is just unbearable, and the Newsroom? It lives in the pretense of being a commentary on the politics of the day and devolves into whinging for an idyllic American past that never actually was. The "not the greatest country, but we used to be" (paraphrasing) shtick is absolute horseshit and so incomprehensibly stupid. (I mean, I do like Jeff Daniels in the role though, he's spouting bullshit, but he delivers it well)

[@IndieVolken]

for Disneyfied brain dead mericans ; your darn tootin

[@HOWEZY4769]

​@@b.c.2281 then why tf are you here?

[@b.c.2281]

@@HOWEZY4769 dude, that reply is directed to someone whose comment has been deleted.

[@Jonathan-jt8iy]

Rebecca’s face when Ted mentions being 16 when his dad died gets me every time. She picked up on that one detail and saved it.

[@JnEricsonx]

14 in my case.

[@velasquez1984]

I keep coming back to this scene, again and again...

[@sanseijedi]

It's my pick-me-up and it works every f*cking time.

[@JoshNormandy]

Every single day.

[@ShawnMicheldeMontaigne]

Left unsaid is the fact that Ted is a darts master, and to be losing as he was near the end, intentional as that had to have been, only describes without actually showing it how talented he was--but NOT only at darts. In fact, darts are a distant second to his coaching and innate wisdom, and schooling Rupert, making his message stick not just with him but with the onlookers, required a dramatic finish. True mastery is expressed not just with excellence, but with willing errors that mislead your opponent. That's a rare talent, and very hard won.

[@michaeldodds6092]

I like a one where he says the barbecue sauce.

[@el9206]

Because to be losing up to that point, in such a way as to win with the perfect high score combination, means that he was throwing for the exact points needed to ensure a win. Ever dart that Rupert threw, changed the math again. So every dart that Ted threw was critical, every single time. He had to do math in his head, complex algebra, to solve multiple, variable equations that haven’t even been written yet. Rupert was beaten the entire time, because Ted was not only great at aiming those darts, but also at solving a formula that is being written as fast as he can read it. Rupert was beaten at every level. Skill, mathematics, mental manipulation, and moral character. It was a setup that took a season to create, and was executed with absolute perfection. Ted baited that trap long ago, and then waited for Rupert to willingly walk right into it. Barbecue sauce indeed.

[@anthonycerulli1423]

The most heart warming mic drop moment in television history

[@michaeldodds6092]

I like a one where he says the barbecue sauce.

[@jhagestad]

This scene is even more meaningful after S2E8. Holy hell.

[@stephensandridge3784]

A lot more weight to him having to collect himself with the 'barbeque sauce' line.

[@jhagestad]

@@MottashedLendingGroup his exact words were “passed away” so at that point we knew he died but not how. Only when we learn it was through suicide in S2E8 do we grasp the magnitude of his father’s death on him. When you look back at how Ted casually sloughed off his father’s passing in the darts scene, you realize just how much of a badass he really is. Not just because he outplayed a skilled but overconfident Rupert with a huge wager on the line, but because he did it doing something he and his dad did together every Sunday for years and was able to control his emotions to pull it off. Pure badassery.

[@jhagestad]

I also just realized a couple other things: 1) After inquiring of Rupert about how the English take the game of darts pretty seriously, Ted casually throws a couple plastic house darts right handed when we learn he’s actually left handed. It’s obvious after watching this that he was 100% intending to hustle Rupert, sight unseen. Pretty ballsy. 2) Rupert has no problem taking advantage of anyone, especially those he finds inferior. What’s really abhorrent is the amount he offers to bet someone he assumes can’t play darts. That is hall of fame douche stuff right there. In what universe would anyone as wealthy as Rupert be compelled to take advantage of someone who plays darts that badly? Only a complete sociopath. It was at this moment we know Rupert 100% is not a decent person. 3) After Ted’s walk-off victory, Rupert doesn’t even acknowledge Ted. At first, I thought he might have simply been embarrassed for losing against someone he so openly mocked. But now I believe his reaction was more of an acknowledgement that Ted hustled him and that he was going to have to really up his game if he wants to hurt Rebecca/Richmond/Ted. Which makes his later purchase of WHU and subsequent hiring of Nate all the more conniving. (There’s a part of me that believes Rupert has been mentoring Nate, giving him that paternal respect he so desperately craves. We’ll see in S3, but it would make more sense. Can’t wait!)

[@devint998]

Right, I just was about to say this. Has me crying again😂😂

[@8USMNT17]

@@jhagestad you’re over analyzing a show for babies lol

[@jonhall4717]

Between 3:10 and 3:16, May's face goes so perfectly from sympathetic trepidation to knowing glee. By 3:50 she's grinning and nodding at the joy of the hustle. Perfectly acted and framed.

[@voyager1568]

This scene is the most beautiful moment in the world for those of us who lost our dads at a young age and have always felt beaten down. Forced to learn the game of life on our own, with no one to save us. This is that happy moment we all dream of

[@josephbattaglia6120]

Absolutely. Me personally, I never felt so much as beaten down when I lost mine as much as the why me attitude until I got older I realized terrible things happen to all kinds of people every minute of every day. Someone's world is being rocked with only God knows what kind of devastating situation as I type this. This scene reminds me to try not to judge anyone too quickly because you never know what someone is going through.

[@TJJulkowski]

I am sorry for your loss. I didn’t lose mine when I was young, but still feel the loss of him 8 years later.

[@davidharbin8706]

He threw 1 dart and Rebecca knew. She knew that he was going to win. You can see it on her face! What an excellent show and cast!

[@fayesouthall6604]

Yep

[@SgeleNL]

"better manners when I'm holding a dart" - Good lord, such a positive guy making a threat like that. This series is the best ever written.

[@fayesouthall6604]

Oh yeah

[@roshi98]

Ted is a modern-day Stoic philosopher. We need more of this, more kindness in competition, more lessons from winning and losing, more respect for one another as well as respect and humility for ourselves.

[@stevepan50]

The subtle things in this show that just is 100% perfect at 2:35 on the dart scoreboard they have it as Rupert on one side and WANKER (All upper case letters) on the other side! What a brilliant show!!

[@lostlatinlover]

I’ve seen the entire 3 seasons. Some episodes way more than once. Yet this scene (so simple in its scope) makes me (a 68 year old man) cry every single time. Perhaps it hits too close to home. From as far back as I can remember, people including my family pushed me down and held me back. Never an encouraging word. Somehow I graduated college and started a career that served me until retirement. There’s still a part of me that aches to go back in time and tell all of them to … well you know.

[@johnnycashrules157]

To be curious, not judgmental

[@JohnVucetich]

Tell them: " Barbeque sauce"

[@BrynDonovanWriter]

Well I believe you can do anything you want to do.

[@Gleem1313]

The best part of this scene, and there are many, is that Ted is fighting for the comfort and safety of his friend. Yes, we know Rebecca has started out trying to stick it to her Ex and undermine Ted, but the perfection of his gallantry is even more pronounced, like a knight removing his cape to place it over a puddle where she might walk. Love seeing the antithesis of The Ugly American portrayed so effortlessly in a dramedy.

[@helstonoldboy]

I can’t put my finger on what it is that resonates so deeply. But I’ve watched this a gazillion times, and it always makes me emotional.

[@rvog6584]

cause theres SO MUCH packed into this scene. Teds dad [& wot it will all mean in the next seas.+]. Teds life philosophy. the dynamic btw. Ted & Rebecca. Ruperts arrogance finally bein blunted.

[@kooljake]

How can a scene of a game of darts bring so many emotions out of someone.... perfectly executed scene that did everything it was meant to do.

[@kooljake]

back 9 months later and its just as good as the last time

[@Shkadoink]

@@kooljakereminding you to come back and watch this flawless scene 11 months later

[@kooljake]

Still got goosebumps. 10/10 per usual. Thank you sir!@@Shkadoink

[@rharvey9808]

In a hurricane of crappy, poorly conceived dross, this perfectly crafted scene just pushes all of the right buttons. Ted reveals himself to be a deep,thoughtful and (dare I say it) ruthlessly committed master at the art of delivering Rupert a humiliating life lesson about conceit. He also puts everyone on notice that they "Have not been curious...merely judgmental", but done in a way that doesn't offend or belittle them. You don't need to physically beat someone up to totally school them...

[@daynechastant]

They say "Show, Don't Tell." But, if you do it right, "Show AND Tell" can work perfectly. The left-handed comment from Ted was as game-changing as Inigo Montoya switching sword hands in THE PRINCESS BRIDE. The slow realization from Rebecca and Rupert as what he says reveals what he can do. The suddenly-tender recollection of Ted and his father. And the last word - "Barbecue sauce." - is Ted's mantra to remind him of how things can be very, very good.

[@DanMurray04]

There's obviously so much jam-packed into this one scene, but I feel like the undervalued phrase is "Rupe-a-dupes." This isn't just an unexpected display of Ted's skill and overcoming Rupert, but he knew even from the start he was supposed to be walking into a "dupe," like Rupert was thinking he was going to set Ted up. It's just one subtle bit of excellent writing that just makes this whole scene work from start to finish Fabulously done.

[@scottgreengold7255]

The "Rope-a-dope" analogy that "rupe-a-dupes" is based on also works perfectly. Ted walked him right into the trap, just like Ali did.

[@jeffschultz3679]

There are so many wonderful little details in this scene. Ted asks Mae what he needs to win (already knowing the answer, of course), which leads Rupert to laugh and arrogantly say "Good luck." Ted turns back towards the board, smiling, with a little shake of his head and a barely audible "hmm." Everyone thinks he's shaking his head at how impossible that is, but they're all still underestimating him. He's smiling and laughing at what he knows is going to happen, how happy he's about to make everyone, and how Rupert will learn a valuable lesson. And none of it is done with anger, but with love.

[@jedirayden]

Just to add to your comment about the subtle details... When Mae tells him what he needs to win, he turns his head more directly towards Mae, so it's hard to catch but if you pay attention to his face in profile you can see that he's selling the act with a shocked eyebrow raise and slightly open mouth, a la 😯

[@ZubatTheDubat]

I know this is a super emotional scene and I LOVE Ted's speech, but Rebecca's "shut your stupid little twat mouth or I will shut it for you" absolutely kills me every time I hear it. It's so aggressive and comes out of nowhere, I love her so much

[@KacyReznov]

Best part of the whole thing...everyone around them was like u better shut the hell little man...

[@patrickcousins13]

Can't help but think that when Ted calls Rupert "Rupe-a-Dupes" (1:43), that isn't just a random nickname, it's a message about the strategy Ted is going to use, namely, the rope-a-dope, that is, to lull the opponent into a position where he thinks he is winning and then turn the tables. Ted is in a precarious position at the end of the game, but given the three precision shots he makes in this scene, he clearly could have placed his darts wherever he wanted, whenever he wanted. So what if he is rope-a-doping Rupert: making Rupert underestimate him so he could teach him a gentle but firm lesson...

[@lessthanthreemetal]

Taking a page from Uncle Phil's playbook. "Geoffrey - break out Lucille."

[@AlbertoGonzalez-qr3co]

There are SOOOO many moments in Ted Lasso. This one is one of my top 3 and possibly my absolute favorite. What a well crafted scene. BE CURIOUS, NOT JUDGEMENTAL…. always! Have you played darts before, Ted? - YES SIR!

[@krouskis]

Every Sunday afternoon at a sports bar with my father, from age 10 till I was 16, when he passed away. BARBECUE SAUCE

[@aussiejed1]

I saw this scene out of context and realised I was sleeping on this show. I immediately started watching and just yesterday finished it. So brilliant.

[@jedirayden]

About a year ago, my buddy used this scene as a way to sell me on watching the show... He knew his audience well, and chose a scene that he knew would ensnare his best friend. No sooner did the scene end than I said alright start the show. In the year since that, I've watched the entire series 5 times. It has become quite literally my favorite series of all time.

[@rithikvalsan9924]

Sometimes I just come here to watch this from time to time, and I end up feeling good about myself. The self-esteem this scene gives me is so incredible.

[@famouslarry1]

I've never watched this show, but I love this scene. How could eight people not like this?

[@aldrichfairbanks6507]

Do yourself a favour and watch the whole show you’ll love it

[@martianmartian7281]

YES.... u definitely need to watch this show. It is... unexpectedly good

[@ananthuanilkumar9800]

Maybe it reminded them of something unpleasant in their lives, as Ted says be curious not judgemental :)

[@bcgunner9324]

This show will change your life. I promise.

[@blueturtlekhun]

Because they're judgemental, not curious

[@gjablons99]

That little look Ted gives after he nails the double bullseye…priceless

[@retropyro]

Rebecca's facial expression when Ted talking about his dad says "From age 10 until 16 when he passed away". Brilliant.

[@wango556]

I think she realized the relationship problem with her own father

[@eeeeeeeeMan]

I think she got her first glimpse behind the curtain to the man beneath the exterior-- one who lost his father at a young age and has managed to somehow thrive on positivity.

[@TheMagister]

Still not tired of rewatching this occasionally.

[@strikeforcealpha9343]

The long con, Ted made everyone think he was a typical American rube, he played the sheep, while actually being the wolf.

[@mrjack8849]

I don't think I have ever seen a comedy show with more emotion and heart from the lead character than this show.

[@rebel.taylord]

Ted Lasso and Waymond in Everything Everywhere all at Once are some of the best characters. We can all be kinder, myself included.

[@charlesbird781]

This a perfectly written, directed, and acted scene. There is not a single word, action, or edit that fails to convey something important to the overall story. It is the pivotal scene in Ted and Rebecca’s relationship if not the whole series.

[@shiftfocus1]

I’ve watched this so many times, but this time heard Ted call Rupert “Rupe-a-dupes”. What Roy would call “Fucking brilliant writing.”

[@Fakeaorta]

How many people know about the phrase 'rope-a-dope' though? Such a brilliant line that I missed the first two times I watched this scene.

[@BatteryH1862]

Considering Brett Goldstein (Roy Kent) was also the story editor... he may well have.

[@terrygreuel5296]

Stupid me, I have always loved this clip. Then I decided one day to find out what "White Knighting" actually means. All of sudden the scene took on an all new perspective, just how they planned. I wonder how many other great moments there are hiding in the script that went right over my head. Guess I'll have to watch it a few more times. I'll start now

[@klenovyysirop12]

always good to have another reason to watch this eh?

[@Oakshield2]

@@klenovyysirop12 aye

[@crazychips123]

Fav scene of the season.

[@hbilalkasmani]

Usually, Ted is innocent, but the deceit he created for Rupert, is master piece. Showed a cunning side of him..... ❤️❤️

[@decadencewhimsyandsarcasm]

This was the moment this show hooked me. And yes, “be curious, not judgmental” is now something I try to live by

[@zphasm1702]

Rupert reminds me of my ex, not being a millionaire, but how everyone believed she was some nice person. But behind curtains she treated me like garbage and was always so manipulating. It was always my fault and people would insult me. It hurt. I could go into more detail, but I love this scene. I can feel Rebeccas happiness when Ted beat Rupert. This is an amazing show and barbecue sauce.

[@gle062]

Barbecue sauce. Indeed.

[@iceman9137]

An entire litre of barbecue sauce (using metric and international spelling despite being American in honor of this great show) Seriously tho, I'm sorry you had a Rupert of your own, and glad that you had the strength to leave. I hope you heal and live a happy life :)

[@zphasm1702]

@@iceman9137 love you. I’m doing great now! Thank you man! Can’t believe it’s already been a year now since I commented haha God bless you man!

[@florent6382]

I love it how rupert understands instantly when the first triple 20 hits

[@psp8951]

Possibly my favorite scene from ANY show on earth.

[@eeeeeeeeMan]

I may have commented here before, perhaps even years ago, but it hasn't changed: This scene is my favorite in the history of televised programming. It is an inspiration, wholly and entirely.

[@takaorobinson8719]

Well said

[@1.21gigawatts2]

There's a fella named Nathan at my workplace to reminds me of Ted Lasso. Just copious amounts of endless kindness and positivity. Never has a bad word to say about anybody.

[@MorganWright-p8g]

"Be curious, not judgmental" is the perfect sum up of Ted Lasso, both the character and the show

[@sheteg1]

If I’m having a bad day. I just watch the first couple of episodes of TL, right as rain after that. Like visiting an old friend.

[@MichaelAgould08]

The beauty of the left-handed setup is we see ted using his left hand for the first time in a specific way just before this scene when he writes the letter. It’s a subconscious setup that clicks IMMEDIATELY

[@williammahaffy4642]

2:37 Love that the scoreboard has Rupert/WANKER at the top. Deliciously subtle double entendre!!!

[@BradGalliTV]

The best scene in TV ever? The best scene in TV ever.

[@TheEvilCheesecake]

Please watch a second television show.

[@TheVoltise]

i fking love this show because how 1 man changed the lives of countless people. Not just his boss, team and support staff, but the people he met to and from work, its an eye opener. It doesn't take much effort to be kind to anyone in your path through life.

[@HOWEZY4769]

Jason sudekis' best role by a mile. Hes such a great actor in this

[@bueno22283]

It’s late 2023. Yet, I still rely on this scene to make me happy. I know i could benefit from therapy but still seem to have that old school mentality of,” I can do this myself”. For years, I’ve have sought life lessons and wisdom from cinema. This show. Is my therapy

[@Numantino312]

search "Lucas 1986 Corey Haim" and the phrase "you can't make me quit!"

[@JediPrime11]

Maes smile while Ted speaks about his father and history w/ darts is so genuine ❤️

[@austinmaclellan1530]

i had never watched this show and then i saw this seen and my wife and I became huge fans of this show. Can't wait for the new season!!!!

[@MareShoop]

It’s so binge worthy it’s not even funny. I have to pace myself , I’ve just started Season 2 ♥️

[@Socratez7]

BBQ Sauce = Bulls Eye (brand of BBQ Sauce) Rupe-e-Dupes (Rope-e- Dope that Ali used to trick Foreman) Brilliant!

[@dagmarsuarez3033]

Oh....and Snooker, as in he snookered him.

[@Intrexa]

In I think Ep 1 he was talking about what smells makes him think of childhood. He said barbecue sauce. Playing darts is reminding him of that childhood, and the smell of barbecue sauce.

[@patflanagan7278]

@@Intrexa To take it even deeper, the reason barbecue sauce reminds him of back home is spending years in a sports bar with his dad. One of the most popular things in most sports bars are wings. The smell of barbecue sauce takes him back to time spent in the sports bar with his dad.

[@MrPhillyGuy23]

@@patflanagan7278 It's nearly Proustian. "Remembrance of Things Past" is best known for the image of the protagonist smelling the 'Madelaine' cakes that brought him back to his childhood. Smell is the sense that has the most intense impact upon our memories.

[@epicclanyt9298]

So when he uses BBQ sauce for all things good he is harking back to playing darts with his dad as a boy.

[@j.d.cunegan302]

Okay, "Better manners when I'm holdin' a dart" was a low-key banger line, with an even better delivery.

[@mrragge7986]

I love how his closing line before he throws the final dart is “barbecue sauce”

[@m.avinash8862]

One of the well-written scenes in the entire season That exposition given with suspense about him winning or not is very much effective

[@TheBunnyodeath]

This hits me every time. . . Ted going through divorce, in a different land coaching a different sport being insulted. And what grace and decency he defends not only himself but his employer. That's good writing and a life lesson for us all

[@maidinulster]

I’ll never get sick of saying that this was one of the greatest shows I’ve ever seen, from beginning to end it was riveting, actors and actresses were about and beyond brilliant. Can’t wait till next one

[@jcsmith725]

This scene chokes me up every time. I love it. I watch it any and every time it's recommended to me.

[@mrh-TO-Canada]

Just watched this episode. More in love with Ted every day. 😂 I noticed immediately that he threw those first two with his right hand. Rupert calling his Becks a “consolation prize” speaks a lot about his character.

[@nickdfoxy]

I just noticed, having watched this for about the thousandth time, Mae's expression after Ted hit that second triple-twenty. She's seen many a douchebag get hustled in darts over the years, and you can tell that Ted hitting that bull's eye was just an eventuality. She already knew Rupert had lost before the last dart was thrown.

[@Weissrolf]

If you listen closely (and look how her body moves) you can hear that she slaps the counter three times in an approving applaud.

[@subteeninhumansamuraiamphi5019]

The look Rebecca gives after Ted mentios is dad passed away when he was 16 was just a great touch. She showed actually sadness for him and a bit of seeing how genuine Ted actually is as a person.

[@cheezymcwang8431]

This is the clip that convinced me to watch the show. No regrets except that I waited as long as I did.

[@Lipsymipsytipsy]

I can’t express into words how much I love this scene

[@Joes-pn2ls]

It's the best show over 3 seasons, hands down. Faith in humanity restored!!!! This and Shcits Creek are perfect tv!!!!!!!

[@conorwellman8592]

love that look on Rupert's face at 3:10 that is when he knew he just got hustled and ted had been playing with him the whole time. looks like he is thinking "well s*** Ted has launched into an epic speech and just effortlessly threw a triple 20 like it was nothing. I am about to lose in the worst way possible aren't I." Then he gives him the evil furious side eye at 3:31 thinking "You son of a B****! Shut up and get it over with." Then the absolute look of Shame, regret, and embarrassment at 4:11 as he was just emasculated by (in his own words) the "hillbilly."

[@macmcleod1188]

Anthony Head has done some really good acting here. Rupert is charming but utterly cruel and incapable of love.

[@jamieg9371]

My favorite scene in a series that's absolutely loaded with amazing scenes.

[@theillusionist1494]

Being beaten in something you expected to win is disappointing, but being so _thoroughly_ outmatched and outclassed against someone you underestimated as he waxes philosophical about the fact that you underestimated him is utterly humiliating. The fact that Rupert still has any amount of pride at the end of this scene is a testament to the stubborn nature of his character. Amazing scene, amazing characters, amazing show.

[@Bajungadustin]

The single greatest scene in the history of television and probably movies. There so much going on here. Even at face value it's an amazing scene. But with the context of the previous episodes it's just pure magic. I broke the first time I saw this and I get a hard lump in my throat every time after. This show was absolutely perfect.

[@gabyanahisoto]

I’m always curious if British people seen American actors the way we see British actors bc to me I see Uther Pendragon and the Slitheen Mayor of Cardiff but maybe that’s bc that’s the only places I’ve seen them 😂

[@alligatorinavest]

I see Giles from Buffy

[@brendanhart517]

Slitheen mayor yes, and i thought it was utger but I’ve seen him in a lot

[@SmilinBryan]

Fighting back tears again watching this... partly for my sadness missing Ted Lasso so deeply, partly for the gravity of the moment, partly for the "white knighting" for Rebecca, and partly remembering my own dad & things we did before he passed.😢 😢😢😢

[@jtlee011598]

Heard something today about why Ted says “barbecue sauce.” Supposedly when you’re super focused on a task at hand, think about something that makes you happy and say it aloud as a way to calm the mind and execute. Hence, “barbecue sauce”

[@williampeterson1838]

There's a brand of BBQ sauce called bullseye

[@amarboulezaz6358]

3:50 I didn't expect the goosebumps at this moment! this has to be the best line of the show

[@steveellsworth2547]

That has to be one of my favorite scenes in all of Ted Lasso. The gentleman who played Rupert did a heck of a job. Rupert was a detestable human being.

[@AlexEtz]

Please Season 3 :P can't wait. Best show I ever watched, and will keep watching.

[@cScottD]

There are so many great scenes in Ted Lasso, but this is my absolute favourite scene in the show and one of my favourite scenes in anything ever. It’s simply brilliant!

[@bearcatfan1000]

That look at 4:09 is very satisfying. It gives me the vibe of “you mess with the bull and you’ll get the horns” and that dagger was the horns

[@MatthewWatson-b2l]

“Better manners when I’m holding a dart” I would honestly say this is my favourite ted line and acting from Jason. His wide smile and dimpled cheeks show a defiantly happy go lucky man just tryna keep a game nice and joyful for everyone, while his bulging eyes and sharp brows show a seething rage at an insufferable twat that he’s itching to drive a dart into. 2 stories told with 1 line of dialogue. The bottom half is saying “please sir, be respectful of the game and give me my space” and the top half is saying “speak ill again and I’m putting this dart through your fuckin head”. It’s so subtle that only the man who, as much of a prick as he is, is smart enough to look at a man’s eyes, and so while everyone else sees the smile and thinks “same old jolly Ted”, Rupert backs off and looks down with a look of “fuck I need to be careful here”. Brilliant acting from both men.

[@final_mile_music9713]

Superb writing and pacing. The world needs a lot more Ted Lasso’s.

[@marchills4131]

That show was exactly what we needed at exactly the right time. A surreptitious intersection of need, pathos and joy. Rewatching it will never quite capture that moment. But damn, what a beautiful moment it was.

[@Faerrayice]

"Be curious, not judgmental" I like that

[@toemblem]

I love Ted. I want him to be my dad. Too bad he's younger than me.

[@99HockeyDad99]

The fact he throws the first practice dart right handed shows he was walking Rupert down the garden path to learning a lesson :)

[@PAINTnPONG]

Rupert and Rebecca have their conflict but male to male interaction where Ted and Rupert have conflict hits different because any man will tell you there is always, always, at least a small threat of violence if too much attitude is shown to them or their group. When Ted tells Rupes to settle down while he has the darts, every guy felt that spark for a second that hey, you’re gonna back it down now or this will be officially out of hand. Love it.

[@ripsaa2693]

Born and raised in L.A in my 50s...made a lot of mistakes when I was younger from a drug overdose to jail to prison...seen a lot in my life...and this scene is one of the only scenes that gets me every time..#tedlassobestcshowontv.

[@youhambach101]

I’m grateful to read you came out the other side, to a much better life. Ted would be, too.

[@AnkitJain-qc8fm]

This never gets old. I must have watched it a thousand times..