The Really Loud House - The Chore Thing (S1E2)
When Lincoln tries to get out of his chores on Chore Day, he and Clyde end up on a police ride-a-long, drawing unwanted attention from the notorious Custard Gang leader. Meanwhile, Dad loses all of the other kids throughout the afternoon.
| Runtime (min) | 25 |
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| TMDB Rating | 7.0 (1 votes) |
| Air Date | 2022-11-10 |
| Genres | Comedy, Kids |
| TV Rating | TV-G |
| Network(s) | Nickelodeon |
Storyline
In this episode, Lincoln Loud attempts to dodge his responsibilities on Chore Day, the weekly household event where every family member pitches in to keep the chaotic Loud home running smoothly. When his scheme to avoid cleaning and organizing backfires, Lincoln and his best friend Clyde find themselves accompanying a local police officer on a ride-along. What starts as an escape from housework quickly becomes an unexpected adventure when the boys inadvertently attract the attention of the Custard Gang leader, a notorious figure in Royal Woods who takes notice of the pair during their patrol.
Meanwhile, back at the Loud house, Dad faces his own comedic crisis. Tasked with supervising the remaining ten Loud children while they complete their assigned chores, he loses track of them one by one throughout the afternoon. As each child wanders off or finds creative ways to disappear, Dad scrambles to locate his missing kids and restore order before Mom discovers the household has descended into complete disarray. The episode balances Lincoln's police adventure with the escalating chaos at home, ultimately bringing both storylines together as the family reunites.
What kids learn
This episode teaches children about the importance of following through on commitments and household responsibilities. Lincoln's attempt to avoid Chore Day demonstrates how trying to escape obligations often leads to more complicated situations than simply completing the original task. Kids see that everyone in a family contributes to keeping the home functioning, and that shirking duties creates extra work for others. The consequences Lincoln faces help reinforce that taking shortcuts rarely pays off in the long run.
The episode also explores the value of accountability and honesty. When Lincoln tries to game the system rather than communicate openly about his feelings regarding chores, he ends up in an uncomfortable situation that could have been avoided. Children learn that expressing concerns directly to parents is more effective than avoidance. Additionally, Dad's struggle to keep track of all the children illustrates how family cooperation makes everyone's job easier, showing kids that their participation genuinely matters to household harmony.
Through the police ride-along storyline, young viewers gain exposure to community helpers and law enforcement in a lighthearted context, while the Custard Gang element introduces mild consequences and the idea that actions have ripple effects beyond what we initially anticipate.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
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| Is the portrayal of police and the 'Custard Gang' appropriate for young children? | The police ride-along is presented in a family-friendly, comedic manner without realistic danger or violence. The Custard Gang leader is treated as a humorous local character rather than a genuine threat, keeping the tone light and age-appropriate. The episode uses these elements to create mild tension and adventure without exposing children to frightening or inappropriate content. Parents can feel comfortable that the law enforcement portrayal is positive and the gang reference is played entirely for laughs within the show's cartoonish universe. |
| What's the main lesson about chores that my child should take away? | The episode reinforces that avoiding responsibilities typically creates bigger problems than simply completing the original task. Lincoln's scheme to escape Chore Day leads him into an awkward situation he wouldn't have faced if he'd just done his assigned work. Children learn that family members depend on each other's contributions and that trying to game the system is less effective than honest communication. The storyline provides a natural opening for parents to discuss their own household expectations and the reasons behind assigned chores. |
| Does Lincoln face appropriate consequences for trying to skip his chores? | Yes, Lincoln experiences natural consequences through the uncomfortable situation he creates for himself during the police ride-along. Rather than harsh punishment, the episode allows Lincoln to learn through experience that his avoidance strategy backfired. This approach models how real-world consequences can be effective teachers. By the end, Lincoln understands why his responsibilities matter, making the lesson more meaningful than a simple punishment would have been. The resolution encourages accountability without being preachy or heavy-handed. |
| How does the episode handle the chaos of managing multiple children? | Dad's struggle to keep track of all the Loud children is played for gentle, relatable humor that many parents will recognize. The storyline acknowledges the real challenge of coordinating a large household without making Dad seem incompetent or the children malicious. Instead, it shows how quickly things can spiral when everyone isn't working together. This subplot validates the parenting experience while demonstrating to children how their cooperation genuinely helps. The comedic approach keeps the tone light while still conveying the importance of family teamwork. |
| Can this episode help me start a conversation about household responsibilities with my child? | Absolutely. The episode provides excellent conversation starters about why chores matter and what happens when family members don't contribute. Parents can ask their children what Lincoln could have done differently or how they would feel if someone in their family avoided helping. The parallel storyline of Dad losing track of the kids illustrates how everyone's participation makes family life smoother. You can use Lincoln's experience to discuss your own household expectations and help your child understand that chores aren't arbitrary punishments but necessary contributions to family functioning. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Lincoln is excited to stay up late with his best friend Clyde to watch the RIP Hardcore Midnight Marathon, but his plans are ruined when his dad institutes an early curfew. |
| 1 | 2 | When Lincoln tries to get out of his chores on Chore Day, he and Clyde end up on a police ride-a-long, drawing unwanted attention from the notorious Custard Gang leader. Meanwhile, Dad loses all of the other kids throughout the afternoon. |
| 1 | 3 | We meet the Action News Team as Lincoln finds himself taken aback by a new crush. Mom and Dad attempt to befriend a doctor to avoid the astronomical medical expenses that come with having 11 children. |
| 1 | 4 | It's parent-teacher conference night and the Loud parents find themselves endlessly running around from class to class. Lincoln has his heart set on the Banana Split that their parents promised if the Loud kids get enough good reviews. |
| 1 | 5 | When Lincoln wants to have a cool older brother, Lisa builds him one from scratch. |
| 1 | 6 | Lincoln and his friends get ready for the school dance! Clyde's dad's are particularly excited that this might be the night Clyde has the ultimate meet-cute they've been waiting for, meanwhile Lincoln keeps striking out with his crush, Charlie. |
| 1 | 7 | Lincoln decides to tap out of his brotherly duties and go on a vacation. Clyde steps in to take on Lincoln's role in the family, at first everything goes great, until tides turn and Clyde has to call on Lincoln for help. |
| 1 | 8 | Lincoln encourages Clyde to showcase his amazing skills as a drummer, but pushes him too far. Luan meets her comedy idol while performing a comedy gig at Sunset Canyon. Luna helps Leni ace her history test by utilizing her love of fashion. |
| 1 | 9 | Lincoln and Clyde are determined to make a name for themselves but learn that sacrificing someone else's dreams to get there isn't worth it in the end. |
| 1 | 10 | Tired of having his space intruded upon, Lincoln and Clyde create an exclusive club only to find Lincoln's sisters have all done the same. |
| 1 | 11 | Lincoln goes on the quest to give Charlie the perfect gift to remember him by Lincoln and his family put all of their talents on the line for the first ever Loud-a-palooza to save Flip's Food and Fuel. |
| 1 | 12 | Lincoln is still on the quest to give Charlie the perfect gift to remember him by Lincoln and his family put all of their talents on the line for the first ever Loud-a-palooza to save Flip's Food and Fuel. |
| 1 | 13 | After an epic Mother’s Day fail, the Loud family attempts to redeem themselves with a Mother’s Day re-do. |
| 1 | 14 | When Clyde finds himself in the BEST program at school Lincoln has to find a way to reconnect before the epic spitball battle they’ve been preparing for and Dad tries every trick in the book to get an annoying song out of his head. |
| 1 | 15 | Lincoln and Clyde set out to win a Rip Hardcore contest, excited at a chance to hang with their hero, only to learn that Lincoln’s real hero has been by his side all along. |
| 1 | 16 | Lincoln and Clyde find themselves outmatched in the ultimate prank war, meanwhile Lisa takes on a new “sport” with some help from Lynn Jr. |
| 1 | 17 | When Lucy and the Mortician’s Club bring a cursed wheel of cheese into the house Lincoln and Clyde must race to save everyone from their worst nightmares! |
| 1 | 18 | Lincoln brings Charlie along for a fun filled sleepover via technology and Lori’s boyfriend Bobby tries to get in on the fun too. |
| 1 | 19 | Mom and Dad attempt to enjoy a day to themselves by pairing up all of the Loud siblings with each other for the day. |
| 1 | 20 | The Royal Woods talent show provides the ultimate stage for all of the Loud family to show off their talents, and beat the Torkelson family once and for all. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | With Clyde finally back from camp, Lincoln has the entire day planned for maximum fun for their last day of summer. However, things go awry when Lincoln accidentally eats some of Lisa's memory-erasing jelly beans. |
| 2 | 2 | With Clyde finally back from camp, Lincoln has the entire day planned for maximum fun for their last day of summer. However, things go awry when Lincoln accidentally eats some of Lisa's memory-erasing jelly beans. |
| 2 | 3 | Determined to surprise Charlie, Lincoln and Clyde enter a debate team competition that will take them to Tennessee. |
| 2 | 4 | Lynn’s competitive nature has always meant that she struggles in non-competitive settings, like sleepovers. In fact, it’s been so long that Lynn’s had a successful sleepover, that the family decides to help her host one. |
| 2 | 5 | Lynn’s new friend Zia has been hanging around the Loud house a lot lately. But that’s fine because everyone loves her; except for Clyde, who feels there’s only enough space for one “extra Loud.” |
| 2 | 6 | Lincoln has a crush on Lynn's new best friend, Zia, and the only thing stopping him from asking her out is Lynn. In a series of trials and tribulations, Lincoln tries to prove to Lynn that he's worthy of dating Zia. |
| 2 | 7 | After Lincoln manages to quickly put out a fire in the kitchen, the family all assembles to get to the bottom of who set the fire in the first place. |
| 2 | 8 | Lincoln and Clyde have successfully pulled off getting out of gym class. Now free, they decide to go see a Rip Hardcore taping but cause Rip to lose his job. Guilt-ridden, Lincoln invites Rip to live at the Loud House until further notice. |
| 2 | 9 | Lana and Lola decide to get to the bottom of why Mom and Dad aren't interested in celebrating Valentine's Day. Lincoln gets nervous when he realizes he's going to be alone with Zia for their Valentine's date. |
| 2 | 10 | When Zia is out of town on a soccer team trip where cell phones are not allowed, Lincoln's buddies encourage him to peek at the incoming texts on her phone, leading to a huge and hilarious misunderstanding. |
| 2 | 11 | Lincoln and Clyde get a job delivering subs to pay for a movie they want to make, only to find that their jobs are in jeopardy because of new delivery robots. |
| 2 | 12 | Luna attempts to return a guitar she finds to its rightful owner and Lincoln regrets letting Lily borrow Bun Bun. |
| 2 | 13 | Tired of being left alone at home while the older girls go out and have fun in town, the little sisters stow away in Vanzilla and have a big adventure of their own. |
| 2 | 14 | Clincoln McCloud is back in the movie business. This time they have a star, Lori's boyfriend, Bobby. Lori and Bobby break up, and Lincoln and Clyde still have one scene left to shoot. Can they get Lori and Bobby back together? |
| 2 | 15 | Lynn's idol, soccer star Alexa Jordan, is speaking at her school. Lynn walks away from the talk worried she will never make it as an athlete! Lynn decides she needs and backup plan. All siblings, they all decide to make backup plans as well. |
| 2 | 16 | Clyde drops a bombshell – he’s moving to Florida! Clincoln McCloud has one final day together and Clyde has one request – to grab a milkshake and reminisce with his best friend. But a simple trip turns into an all-out adventure. |
| 2 | 17 | On the same night: Lincoln and Clyde want to host a winner-take-all candy game, Lori and Leni want to host a masquerade party to celebrate a movie premiere, and Lucy's hosting the Morticians Club for the Blood Moon Festival. |
| 2 | 18 | Lincoln and Clyde are super excited for their double date with Zia and Angie. That is, until they |
| 2 | 19 | Lincoln and Clyde's plan to launch themselves off a giant bike ramp goes awry when their accident prone friend, Hudson, breaks his arm and now Lincoln and Clyde must come up with a plan to cover-up the accident. |
| 2 | 20 | It's Thanksgiving Day and Lola has been crowned "Little Miss Giblets" by The National Giblet Distribution Company. When she discovers the ceremony is a sham, she and the Louds steal the turkey to set it free. |
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