Even the Bayside principal isn't immune to the episode's curse, as Mr. Belding deals with recurring car troubles—a classic trope that provides the perfect opening for Tommy D to step in and save the day.
For those who track the Bayside universe, this episode highlights the early dynamics of the New Class cast before the revolving door of character changes began in later seasons. It captures the essence of the show: a mix of lighthearted comedy, elaborate school projects that would never happen in real life, and the inevitable "glorious backfire" of a Scott Erickson plan.
Tommy D and Vicki aren't about to let Scott have his way. They hatch their own plans to snag roles in the play just to stay close to their respective interests.
The episode kicks off with the Bayside drama club deciding to stage a play about the American Revolution. In true '90s fashion, the gang—at the advice of the ever-scheming —decides to produce an "MTV version" of history.
If you grew up in the early '90s, you likely remember the high-stakes, neon-soaked world of . While it often lived in the shadow of the original Zack Morris gang, The New Class had its own brand of chaotic energy. Nowhere is that more evident than in Season 1, Episode 6, titled " George Washington Kissed Here " .
Whether you're a hardcore fan of The New Class or just nostalgic for Saturday morning TV, "George Washington Kissed Here" remains a fun, campy look at what happened when history met the 1990s. The New Class" George Washington Kissed Here (TV ... - IMDb
Of course, it wouldn't be Bayside without a web of complicated motives:
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