[s1e6] Thanksgiving (No Survey)

A significant subplot involves Schmidt (Max Greenfield) and his intense obsession with kitchen hygiene and perfection, which adds another layer of stress to the frantic preparations.

Justin Long’s performance as the equally awkward Paul remains a fan-favorite guest arc. Other Potential [S1E6] Thanksgiving Episodes

While New Girl is the most prominent match, a few other shows also have their sixth episode of the first season centered around Thanksgiving:

The turkey, which Jess names "Hanksgiving," is still completely frozen on the day of the dinner. The gang's increasingly absurd attempts to defrost it include hugging the bird and even putting it in the clothes dryer.

For fans of the series or anyone looking for a "comfort" holiday watch, this episode is notable for several reasons:

In this episode, Jess (Zooey Deschanel) decides to host her first Thanksgiving in the loft and invites her crush, Paul Genzlinger (Justin Long). Despite the roommates' preference for their traditional "Dudesgiving" (drinking beer and watching football), Jess insists on a traditional meal that quickly spirals into a series of disasters.

Also titled "Thanksgiving," this episode features Mindy attending a dinner at Gwen's house where she runs into a former flame.