S3 · E15
The Bubble
What Happened Last Episode
• Liz got called away for jury duty, leaving the show.
• The cast and crew wrecked 30 Rock without Liz's supervision.
• Jack became obsessed with launching a lucrative new product.
• Jack ignored advice from everyone around him about the product.
• The studio descended into chaos during Liz's absence.
Key Characters
Liz Lemon
Realizes boyfriend Drew lives in a "bubble" where his looks shield him from reality.
Jack Donaghy
Desperately negotiates to re-sign Tracy after discovering his contract has expired.
Tracy Jordan
Leverages his expired contract to demand outrageous perks from Jack.
Jenna Maroney
Changes her hairstyle as her latest desperate bid for public attention.
Kenneth Parcell
Enlists Tracy's help to woo a new female NBC employee.
Pete Hornberger
Produces TGS while helping Liz hold the set together for the adoption visit.
Frank Rossitano
Forms an unexpected bond with Jack after a night out exploring their parental baggage.
James 'Toofer' Spurlock
TGS writer attempting to keep composure while the set descends into chaos.
Cerie
Works as Liz's assistant at TGS heading into the new season.
Jonathan
Serves as Jack's devoted assistant amid Jack's fight to regain his position.