S3 · E17
Cutbacks
What Happened Last Episode
• Jack planned his perfect 50th birthday party.
• Home videos inspired Jack to recreate his happiest moment.
• Dennis revealed his addiction to Liz.
• Kenneth and Pete helped make Tracy's childhood dream come true.
Key Characters
Liz Lemon
Fights to protect her TGS staff and crew from Jack's sweeping budget cuts.
Jack Donaghy
Implements painful budget cuts across TGS during the show's 50th episode milestone.
Tracy Jordan
Kenneth and Pete fulfill his childhood dream of going to outer space.
Jenna Maroney
Changes her hairstyle as her latest desperate bid for public attention.
Kenneth Parcell
Takes on extra duties amid NBC budget cuts, hiding a personal secret from colleagues.
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.