Gibby (2016) Movie Script
1
Let's see what we got.
"We're pleased to
inform you that the Borneo..."
Billy! Get out of here! Go.
Looks like I'm gonna be leaving
you for a few months.
Don't worry. I'll find someone
to look after you.
Someone who knows
how to have fun
and take really good
care of you.
I love you, too.
Go play, sweetie.
Hey, Katie?
Yeah, Dad?
Hey, Cindy and Diane wanna know if
you're going to open gym today.
Nah, I don't really
feel like it.
No? Honey, maybe a workout
would do you good.
Tryouts are coming
up soon, so...
Not today, Dad. Okay?
Okay. All right, honey.
Clear the mat, insects.
We're here to work out.
Not right now.
We're working out.
It's not for you to decide.
I'm the team captain,
so what I say goes.
Not anymore.
The season's over.
Next season's tryouts
are in two weeks...
and I, as the best gymnast,
will be team captain again.
So if you know what's best for
you, you will do as I say.
Katie will beat you.
The alien speaks.
Sorry to inform you, E.T...
but here on Earth, you can't win
if you don't show up.
Go back to the mothership
or something.
We're busy.
There she is.
Alicia ran us off the mat today.
She's pure evil.
Why did you let her?
She thinks she's still captain.
But the season's over.
That's what I said.
She acts like
she's still captain.
Tryouts are in two weeks
and, unless you compete...
she will be captain again.
And no one wants
to get on her bad side.
Sorry. I just don't feel
like trying out this year.
But you have to try out.
We need you.
Look, I understand
you not trying out last year
with your mother ill and all.
But you need gymnastics.
It's a part of you.
I've been going to gymnastics.
Not like you used to.
You were always practicing.
Sorry. It's just
not that important anymore.
If Alicia's captain,
I'll quit the team.
We need you.
Come on, Cindy. Let's go.
I need you.
Hey, honey.
You got a minute?
Yeah.
Sit down.
You can't keep putting your
friends off like that, sweetie.
Dad, can you please
just spare the lecture?
I just think you could use a
little friend time. That's all.
- Okay, I get your point.
- Do you?
- Do I what?
- Do you get my point?
- Do you get my point?
- Yeah.
- Do you?
- Yeah, I get your point.
I just want you
to have fun, honey.
I just want the happy
Katie back, that's all.
Yeah, well, there's not a lot
to be happy about.
Of course, there's plenty
to be happy about.
Like what?
Your friends, gymnastics.
You love gymnastics.
Your mother loved
to watch you compete.
Yeah, well,
that's not gonna happen.
I know it was difficult
to lose your mother.
God knows it was very difficult
for me as well.
But life doesn't stop.
Your mother wouldn't want it
to stop.
And, honey, you have
so much of it ahead of you.
Dad, I'm okay.
Are you?
Yeah. I'm okay.
Okay.
- I just want the smile back. That's it.
- Okay.
Okay, get outta here.
Okay.
- I love you, honey.
- I love you, too.
Look, there goes the loser.
Too bad she's not competing
at tryouts.
I was looking forward
to beating her.
Again. That was good.
Hey, watch it.
It's no big deal.
- He's such a show off.
- I hope he breaks his neck.
So are you going to the dance?
Come on, class is gonna start.
So, Katie,
you never answered my question.
Are you going to the dance?
I don't really feel like it.
Katie, you don't feel
like doing anything since...
I have a lot on my mind. Okay?
We know. It's just,
the dance is gonna be awesome.
There's gonna be
a lot of cute guys there.
You guys talking about me again?
- Hi, Tommy.
- Hi, Diane, Cindy.
How's it going, Katie?
She's doing great. We're going
to the end of the year dance.
Are you?
That's actually why I came over,
to find out if you're going.
Of course.
Well, Katie, are you?
Not really. I'm kind of busy.
That's too bad. I was hoping
that you would dance with me.
What about Alicia?
What about her?
You know,
you and her are a thing.
Nah, we're just friends.
You can ask me to dance.
I hope you change your mind
and go.
I'll think about it.
That's a start.
- Bye, Tommy.
- See you at the dance.
What is wrong with you?
The cutest boy in school
asked you to dance with him
and you blow him off?
Now you have to go.
Why? Because of Tommy?
Um, yeah.
He's just a friend.
I would give up my cell phone
for a year
for a chance to dance with him.
- A year?
- Okay, a month.
I just don't feel like dancing.
With anybody.
Remember to turn in your textbooks
and clear out your lockers
by Wednesday.
And be sure to pick up your
yearbook in the auditorium.
Also, as a small little reminder
that I hope you got your tickets...
for the end of the year school
dance tomorrow night.
Okay, everyone, settle down.
I should have brought you
to class a long time ago.
Everyone, this is Gibby.
Can anyone tell me
who my friend is?
An ape.
Not exactly.
Chimpanzees are apes.
It's a monkey.
Yes, but do you
what kind of monkey?
One that swings on trees.
And eats bananas.
Gibby is
a Tufted Capuchin monkey.
That's correct, Tommy.
She's a mammal
from the Sapajus Apella species.
They come from South America,
and they're omnivores.
Meaning?
- Katie?
- They eat plants and animals?
That's correct.
- Is she dangerous?
- Not really.
I rescued her about five years
ago, and she's used to people.
But as you can see, they still
have their animal instincts.
That's why you should
never tease an animal.
Ms. Martin,
I would never tease an animal.
Now, you might be wondering
why I brought her in.
Well, I just received a grant to
go to Borneo for the summer...
and study the orangutans.
So now I'm gonna need somebody
to watch her over the summer.
Not so fast.
If you wanna take care of her...
you're gonna need
to write an essay
about how to take care of Gibby.
I want you to include everything
you know about Capuchins
and their needs.
And most importantly, a parent's
gonna have to sign off on it.
And essays are due tomorrow.
I know, but I just found out, and
it's almost the end of school.
All right.
Now to today's lesson.
Can you believe that Ms. Martin
brought a live monkey in to class?
Gibby is so cute.
I really wanna take care of her.
Did you see that it,
like, wears diapers? OMG.
And the "G" means "gross."
Gross? You must be talking
about your family again.
- Score one.
- To zero.
You can forget about it.
I write the best essays.
That's English.
This is science class.
Whatever,
I'm still going to win.
Why does everything have to be
a competition with you?
Because I'm a winner. It's
more fun than being a loser.
What's her issue?
We used to be friends.
She's just a spoiled brat.
Doesn't matter.
I know what I have to do.
- Tryout for the team?
- Go to the dance?
Research Capuchins
so I can show Ms. Martin...
that I know how to take care
of Gibby.
- Bye.
- Okay.
- What's up?
- Hey.
I was wondering if you changed
your mind about the dance.
I haven't really
thought about it.
Why not? Everyone will be there.
It'll be a lot of fun.
Hello? I have to write my essay
for Gibby.
You're trying to watch Gibby?
Not just trying.
I'm going to watch her.
That would be cool.
But a lot of other kids
wanna watch her, too.
That's why I have to focus
on my essay...
instead of talking
about some dance.
- Not that one.
- I needed that book.
I have something better.
- Like what?
- Just come here.
What is it?
Only the best reference book
on Capuchins in the world.
I thought it was checked out.
I grabbed it at lunch
so I could save it for you.
I knew everyone would want it.
I read it last year
when I really wanted a monkey.
- You wanted a monkey?
- Yeah.
But my mom wouldn't let me
have pets. Not even a...
Dog?
I was gonna say goldfish.
But you get the idea.
If you know so much
about Capuchins...
I am sure Ms. Martin
will select you to watch Gibby.
I'm not entering.
On account of...
You can't have pets.
So I thought that if I helped
you with your essay...
you would let me help you
take care of Gibby.
Thanks, Tommy. Of course you can help.
I'll owe you big time.
You can start
by dancing with me at the dance.
Yeah, the dance.
You said you owed me.
Only if the book helps.
It will. Now, stop flirting
with me and get back to work.
Focus, Katie.
Okay, supper's almost ready.
Let's get silverware and napkins
on the counter.
Just a moment, Dad.
I hope you're ready
for my world famous spaghetti.
Are you ready?
Hey. What are you doing?
- An essay.
- An essay, okay.
Care to share with your dad
what that essay's about?
Gibby.
Gibby, of course.
I have no idea what a Gibby is.
What's a Gibby?
Gibby is Ms. Martin's
Capuchin monkey.
- A monkey?
- She's really cute and a lot of fun.
Ms. Martin brought her
in to class today.
To the school?
I bet that was exciting. Right?
Dad. Can I ask you a question?
- I don't know. Can you?
- Dad.
- May I?
- Yes, you may.
Thank you for the correction.
Fire away. What is it?
Okay, Ms. Martin's
gonna study orangutans
in Borneo this summer...
and she needs someone
to watch after Gibby.
Do you think I could watch her?
A monkey all summer long?
Around the house?
Yeah, she's really cool and only
nine pounds. It would be fun.
I understand that, honey,
but now's not a good time.
I've got a very important pitch
for one of my most important
clients coming up.
I just don't think
we can swing it. I'm sorry.
Dad, please.
I don't think you understand
how important this pitch is.
But, more importantly...
I don't think now is the best time
for you to take on an extra burden
that's just gonna keep you
locked inside the house, honey.
And the you that your mom
and I knew was a bubbly...
outgoing girl
with all kinds of friends.
I just think she left
with your mom.
You're right. A part of me
did die when Mom died.
And you said that time would
heal me, but it hasn't.
I know. I know, I know. I know.
But your mother's
inside both of us.
Each and every day.
You know that, right?
What am I supposed to do?
Just your best.
That's what your mother
would want. Just your best.
But...
your mother would want the best
from the Katie
that she remembers.
That's what your mother
would want.
- I'll tell you what.
- Tell me what.
If you let me watch Gibby...
I promise I'll go
to gymnastics more
and hang out with
my friends more.
- Really?
- Really.
- Really?
- Really.
Really, really?
If it's that important to you,
then, I imagine I can
endure a monkey for a...
- couple months.
- I can watch her? My gosh!
Dad, I love you!
I love you, too, honey.
Before you go anywhere,
where is this monkey gonna stay?
During the day, she'll
stay with me in the house,
and at night, in the shed.
The monkey is in the house?
Is the monkey potty trained?
Not to worry, she wears diapers.
I hope I don't regret this.
I really do.
You won't. I'll take
really good care of her.
Okay. But this is you.
Remember, we have a deal.
Okay, I promise.
It'll teach me responsibility.
I can't believe
I'm doing it. Okay...
Supper's ready. Silverware,
napkins on the counter now.
- Got it.
- Let's do this.
- And, hey...
- Yeah?
When can I read your essay?
As soon as I'm done with it.
Let's finish it.
I wanna read this.
Okay.
Congratulations
to the baseball team
for another great season.
As a reminder, end of the year
school dance for underclassmen
is tonight.
Pretty good.
I mean, it's three pages, so...
Here you go, Ms. Martin.
I worked really hard on it.
I'm sure you did, Alicia.
Thank you.
And here's my essay, Ms. Martin.
Another? Thank you.
For those of you
who wrote essays,
you don't have to turn them
in this second.
Just put 'em in the basket
by the end of class.
Okay, so who can tell me what
they learned about Capuchins?
Ready, ready, ready.
Looks like you have
some competition.
She's not competition.
All the same,
Tommy sure seems interested.
Come on, Tommy, let's dance.
- Later.
- But this is a good song.
Hey.
- You came!
- What changed your mind?
I promised that I would.
- Who'd you promise?
- Tommy.
Tommy? Why Tommy?
He helped me with my essay.
Are you going to dance with him?
I don't think Alicia's
gonna give you a chance.
One more dance.
Maybe later.
Tommy!
Hey, I see you made it.
Um... I promised that I would.
I'm glad you did.
You look great.
Thank you.
Not too shabby yourself.
Shall we dance?
A promise is a promise.
- She totally likes him.
- Yup.
Did you plan this?
No.
- Coincidental?
- Absolutely.
Yup.
Okay, everyone.
It's time to welcome our
very special guest, Luara!
Four, three, two, dance
Just look at them.
Yeah, what does he see in her?
There won't be anything to see
once I get done with her.
Let's get some punch.
But you don't like punch.
- That was fun.
- Totally.
Yeah, that was great.
Yeah, I didn't know
you could dance like that.
Thank you.
Well, I better get back
to my friends now.
Yeah.
- So spill, K.
- What's to spill?
You and Tommy, together?
We were just dancing.
He blew off Alicia for you.
We're just friends.
He's helping me with Gibby.
- I think it's more than that.
- He likes you.
It's nothing.
We're old friends.
I saw you dancing with Tommy.
So? He asked me.
He was only being nice.
He took pity on you.
Tommy likes Katie,
so get used to it.
Well, I guess there isn't
any more to say then, is there?
- Oops.
- You did that on purpose!
It was her fault.
She got in my way.
You know it wasn't an accident.
Yeah? What are you
gonna do about it?
This isn't the time
or the place.
How about tryouts?
- You know I'm not entering.
- How convenient.
- I can't stand her.
- Me neither.
Someone needs to teach her
a lesson.
Well, I think I'm done for the night.
My dress is ruined.
- Sorry.
- Bye. See you tomorrow.
Hey, Katie,
know any good dry cleaners?
Ouch.
Alicia, you wanna go
to the mall later?
Yeah.
- Hey.
- Hey, what's the rush?
- Today's the day.
- Yeah, last day of school.
I am so excited for summer!
Today's the day
Ms. Martin decides
who gets to take care of Gibby.
That's all you talk about.
That stupid monkey.
She's not stupid. They use them
to help disabled people.
Whatever.
Early dismissal
is at 11:00 am, so see you in August.
Good morning, class. I guess
you all know what today is.
It's when you pick me
to take care of Gibby.
Not so fast, Alicia.
You wrote a very good essay.
But it's not just
about the essays.
It's about who I feel is gonna
take best care of Gibby.
So I've selected five finalists
who I think are qualified
to take care of her.
From those five finalists,
Gibby will decide
who she'll stay with
this summer.
After all, she should
have some say. Right?
So, when I call your name,
I want you to come up here...
and sit on one of the stools
at the front of the class.
Alicia.
Jake.
Sid.
And Sarah.
Ms. Martin?
Hold on, Eve.
You only called four names.
Sorry about that.
You're right, I did.
Let's see, the final candidate
is Katie.
Come up and take a stool.
Everyone else,
stay in your seats.
- Hey, play hard to get.
- Okay.
This isn't necessary,
Ms. Martin.
Gibby is going to choose me.
Perhaps.
But we'll let her decide who'll
take care of her this summer.
How will we know
who she selects?
She's going to go to the person
that she feels
most comfortable with.
Gibby, I'll take good care of you.
Come on.
Gibby, come here. No, I'll take
good care of you, come on now.
Come on! No, come on. No!
Come here, Gibby.
Come to me, Gibby. Come on.
Come on. You're so close,
come here.
Please. Come on.
Yeah. Come on, Gibby.
Gibby, I love you, I love you.
Come here.
You can do it. You can do it.
Come on. You're almost there.
Go, go, go. No, no, no.
I'll take good care of you.
Come on, come on.
There we go, good.
Okay, there we go, go. No, no,
stop playing games with me.
Come on, now.
Come on, come on, Gibby,
come on.
I have all the Nutella in the world, Gibby.
Come on. Come on, Gibby.
Come on, Gibby. Come
on, come on. Come to Jake.
Come on.
Yeah, there we go. Come on.
Please come to me.
I'll take good care of you.
Well, it looks like Gibby's gonna
be staying with Katie this summer.
Ms. Martin,
there must a mistake.
There's no mistake, Alicia.
Now, everybody, take your seats.
Go on.
Go on. Gibby will be staying
with Katie this summer.
Thank you, Ms. Martin.
I'll arrange with your dad to come
over tomorrow and go over her care.
I had a feeling she'd
choose you.
Okay, I gotta get ready.
Wait, wait, wait!
Wait, no, no, class isn't over.
I'm sorry.
It's okay. Take your seat.
I can't believe
that I get to watch Gibby.
Yeah, it's so cool.
Congratulations, you get
to take care of a smelly monkey.
- Ha ha.
- I'm just glad that you beat Alicia.
I really don't understand
why you wanna watch Gibby.
It's like watching
her own family.
- Burn.
- You want some ice for that?
You're just jealous
that you lost.
It's no big deal.
It's just a monkey.
The real competition is this
weekend for team captain.
Too bad you won't be competing.
I'll be busy watching Gibby.
No excuses. I would have beaten
you for team captain, anyway.
The best always win.
Her existence gives me
a headache.
I wish you were
competing against her.
She doesn't deserve
to be team captain.
Got to go.
Lots to do for Gibby. See you.
Later.
Knock, knock. Aww, thought
you might need some help.
That actually would be great.
I have no idea
whether I'm doing this right.
Well, you actually have some
really good stuff over there.
But you might want to get rid of
all the nails, the gasoline...
definitely the saws,
and, the hammers...
and, the paint is fairly toxic.
It looks like I owe you again.
Yeah, I kind of like
you owing me.
Come on, Ms. Martin
will be here at 2:00, so...
- Let's get started.
- All right.
I'm glad that's over.
Yeah, me, too.
Thanks for your help.
So...
why exactly are you helping me?
For a couple of reasons.
Such as?
For one, I get to help you take
care of a real Capuchin monkey.
And two?
Later.
It's time to pay off your debts.
What do you mean?
How about a burger and a shake?
Sounds good. Gibby'll be here
in about an hour.
All right, let's go.
Okay.
So where're you taking me?
That dress was adorable.
- I know. It would look great on me.
- I know. It's crazy.
Isn't that Katie?
Yeah, with Tommy.
Tommy is sure spending
a lot of time with her.
She's pathetic if she
thinks Tommy actually likes her.
After you beat her
at the competition,
Tommy won't be
interested in her.
This calls
for more extreme measures.
Hello.
Hey.
Hi. Are you ready for Gibby?
- More than ready.
- Awesome.
Look who it is.
- Hi.
- You must be Ms. Martin.
We haven't been formally
introduced, but my name is Frank.
I am Katie's father.
It's nice to officially meet you
in person, as well.
Very nice to meet you and you, too, Gibby.
Very nice to meet you.
- And please call me Jennifer.
- I certainly will.
I didn't know you would be here.
I promised Katie to help her
watch Gibby.
Cool. I'm sure
she'll appreciate the help.
Thank you for letting for letting
Katie watch Gibby while I'm gone.
I assure you this is gonna be a
mutually beneficial relationship.
She is over the moon
excited with this opportunity.
- Dad!
- What? You...
Here, let me put her
on your shoulder.
Let you take her now.
There you go. Basically
treat her like a small child.
You know, change her diaper
when it's messy...
and stick to the food items
that I've listed out.
I will, I promise.
And most of all,
she loves companionship...
so please try to spend as much
time with her as you can.
I'll be with her all summer.
That's perfect. Thank you.
I know you'll do a great job.
- I'll make sure she will, Ms. Martin.
- Well, thank you.
Can somebody show me
where she's gonna be sleeping?
They have spent
the entire morning
cleaning out a spot
in the shed...
so I assure you, Gibby will have
first-class accommodations.
That's great. Well,
I've got her tree in the car.
You wanna give me a hand?
- Of course.
- Well, you guys get acquainted.
Will do.
Come on.
She's so cute.
Yeah, they each have
their own personalities.
What'd she do that for?
- I think she's playing tag.
- Tag?
You're it.
- What should I do?
- Tag her back.
You're it.
Hey. What are you doing here?
I'm just helping
Katie with Gibby.
Hey, guys, check this out.
Gibby, come here.
Go tag them!
A monkey can't play tag.
No, she didn't.
She's just playing around.
Hey, girls.
What are you guys up to?
Hi, Mr. Thompson.
We're on our way to gymnastics.
We were wondering
if Katie wanted to join us.
I can't.
I have to watch Gibby.
You can go.
Take Gibby with you.
I don't think Ms. Martin
would approve.
What if something happened
to her?
She did say to include her in your
life like she's part of the family.
- I'm just saying.
- Come on.
I'll go with you and watch her
while you do your gymnastics.
I think it's a good idea that
Tommy comes with us.
Remember our deal.
Okay, okay.
Let me get ready.
I hope they don't
throw us out because of Gibby.
I'll be right here
while you guys work out.
Okay.
Just forget about it.
Too little, too late.
Why must you be so m... mean?
- Why must you be so... you?
- We're just here to work out.
You'll probably make the team,
but you won't win captain.
Don't worry.
I'm not even entering.
Like I said,
we're just here to work out.
Good, 'cause tryouts are next
week, and I will win captain.
Just like last year.
- Hello.
- Hey.
That's a talented little monkey
you have there.
Thank you.
So you entering tryouts?
I'm not ready.
Come on, you're a natural.
If you're half as good as your
monkey, you could win captain.
- Think about it.
- Okay.
Come here, come on.
I'm glad you came with us, K.
Yeah. Thanks for coming
with us, guys.
Well, I'm glad you talked me
into it. It felt good.
- See ya.
- Later.
See you around.
Well, thanks
for keeping your promise.
I haven't kept it yet. You still
gotta make it through the summer.
Just the same,
thanks for helping me.
Yeah, no problem.
I'll swing by tomorrow.
Well, not too early, I usually
sleep in during the summer.
Yeah, Gibby'll probably
be up with the sun.
I didn't think about that.
That's all right.
That's why I'm here.
- Okay. See you tomorrow.
- I'll see ya.
Good. Supper's ready.
- Hey, Dad.
- Yeah?
There's something
that I wanted to tell you.
Well, as long as it's not
that you wanna watch
an elephant next summer...
I think I'll be able to
process it.
Come on.
I'm thinking about entering
the gymnastics tryouts
this Sunday.
I think you'll do very well,
honey. I'm proud of you.
Yeah, I've kept in shape,
and Gibby motivates me
to get back in the
swing of things.
I think that will be great
for you, honey. I really do.
Now, are you ready
for my world famous pizza?
Your world famous pizza?
Okay, maybe it's not
my world famous pizza,
but it's world famous pizza.
And how about you?
Are you hungry?
Here we go.
What?
I've never seen you take more
than two seconds
to devour an entire pizza.
Now you're looking after
something else, or someone...
else, before you.
It's impressive.
Are you saying I'm growing up?
I guess so. I guess I am.
Look at you.
You make it look easy.
Come on.
I guess I just need to relax
and have fun like you.
Night.
I hope you like it here.
Okay. Good night.
Good morning, Gibby.
Are you ready for summer?
I guess we'll find out
if you are a great chef or not.
There we go.
Oven's ready.
You ready to bake Dad's cake?
Come on,
it'll be a piece of cake.
Get it? Like a piece of cake.
Hey.
Yeah, I can totally get it.
Hang on one second.
Okay. Don't touch anything, okay?
Be a good girl.
No, not you. I was talking to Gibby.
But yeah...
Katie!
Katie!
Could you come down here,
please?
Gibby! What did you do?
Dad, I'm so sorry.
This was supposed
to be a surprise.
I'm surprised.
I'm surprised by all of this.
Could you clean this up? Now?
I guess we'll start with you.
Come here.
Come on.
Well, there we go. All clean.
Come on.
Stand up.
There we go.
Honey, you wanna tell me
why the kitchen's not clean?
Well, I had to give
Gibby a bath.
I understand. We start filming
tomorrow, so I can't do it myself.
I'd appreciate a little help.
Okay, well, don't worry.
I'll clean it up right now.
- Thank you.
- Yes, sir.
Already finished.
We really dodged one.
How's it going?
Now you show up?
Did I miss something?
Only the mess Gibby made.
- Monkeys do get playful.
- Yeah.
You never did tell me the second
reason that you're helping me.
I thought it was pretty obvious.
What was obvious?
You know.
I thought you liked Alicia. After
all, she's every boy's dream.
Well, you're not
so bad-looking yourself.
So, you only like me
for my looks?
More than that.
You're not fake like Alicia...
and you have a kind heart.
Hey. Tommy.
Hello, Mr. Thompson.
How are you?
I'm good, good, good,
a little busy.
But I'm just taking a break
from work for some lunch in...
my nice clean kitchen.
Thank you very much.
You wanna join us?
Dad!
You made a promise
to be more social.
I appreciate it,
but why don't we do it inside?
I'm making sandwiches,
world famous sandwiches.
You're gonna love 'em.
Inside.
World famous?
In his own mind.
Hey, honey, sandwiches
are almost ready,
so plates and napkins, please.
- Sure thing.
- And...
No hungry monkeys in the kitchen
until it's time to eat, please.
Thank you very much.
Appreciate it.
Turkey and wheat, that okay?
Yeah, works for me. Looking
forward to that world famous.
How's it going,
living here with Katie?
- Milk?
- Sure.
I was talking
to my dad yesterday and...
I want to enter tryouts
this Sunday.
That's awesome.
You need me to watch Gibby?
- Would you?
- Yeah, no problem.
I especially want to
beat Alicia.
Okay, honey, let's remember:
competition is not just
about winning.
It's also about doing your best.
Okay?
Yeah, I know, Dad.
But no one wants Alicia
as captain.
So what time do you need me?
Well, the competition starts
at 11:00...
and I wanna get there
an hour early, so?
Then, I'll see you at 9:30.
Okay.
So I couldn't watch him?
- Her.
- Her, excuse me.
Pardon me, Gibby.
Didn't mean to offend.
I'm so happy that you're here.
Even if it is just for
the summer.
Gibby, do you ever wonder
why things happen?
Or do they just happen?
I wonder my life would be like
if my mom hadn't died.
Did you know your mother?
You probably haven't seen her
since you were very young.
It's terrible, you know.
You lost your mother, too.
But I never see you sad.
I wanna be more like you.
I love you.
- I brought you a jacket.
- Thank you.
It's kind of chilly out here?
Yeah.
How are you two doing?
Good. Just trying to figure out
why things happen
the way they do.
Well, if you figure it out,
let me know, will you?
You'll be the first.
And happy birthday. And
sorry about your birthday cake.
Please. There'll be plenty
of opportunities...
for you to make me
a birthday cake.
And I will hold you
to each and every one of them.
You two are really good
together, you know it?
- So I got a question for you.
- Yeah?
Would you two be interested
in helping me out...
with a new commercial
I'm working on?
I don't know. You'll have to ask her.
Come here.
Okay.
Miss Gibby,
would you be interested in...
being the star
of my new commercial? Yeah?
Is that a maybe or...?
I believe that is a yes.
Gibby, I'm very flattered.
I'm very flattered...
and I really look forward
to working with you.
I should get ready
for the sleep over.
- So, K, spill.
- Spill what?
Spill the beans, like what's
going on between you and Tommy.
Are you guys like a thing?
No, he's just helping me
with Gibby.
Good idea.
Damsel in distress.
Ha ha. It's not like
that at all.
So there's nothing
going on between you two?
Of course not.
We're just friends.
Too bad, he's hot.
Diane, can't you see
that she's not interested?
Maybe not,
but he's still gorgeous.
Good job, Gibby.
But I don't want nail polish.
So what's it like living with
a monkey? Is she a lot of work?
Not really.
She keeps me company,
and she does a lot
of funny things.
- Like what?
- Yeah, show us something.
Well, what do you wanna see?
I don't know, you're the expert.
Have her do a flip.
Please. That's easy.
Gibby, do a flip.
Okay, watch this one.
Gibby, statue.
You ready?
Pow!
Okay, Gibby, go to the dresser.
Go on.
Okay, you two lie down.
Yeah, I'll pass.
Come on, it'll be fun.
Okay, I'm in.
Okay.
Okay. Superman!
High five.
Now, that was sweet.
Do it again.
High five. No? Okay.
Okay, where are the girls?
What about you?
Are you up for some pancakes?
Okay.
Banana pancakes it is.
Perfect timing.
Breakfast is ready.
- Good morning.
- Good morning.
Sorry, we don't have time
for breakfast.
I just made
my world famous pancakes.
Okay, well, not today,
they're too heavy.
Gotta put something
in your belly...
It's our last practice
before tryouts.
Right, so after practice.
Right now, we gotta go.
- Thanks anyway, Mr. Thompson.
- Yeah, thanks.
Yes. Are you
forgetting something here?
Yeah. Tommy just texted me,
he'll be here in a couple minutes.
That okay?
Yes, it's okay.
Okay. See ya.
Please don't forget.
We film this afternoon, okay?
- Okay.
- I love you, honey.
I love you, too.
So now you get a hug and I don't?
What's that about?
I used to get all the hugs.
I used to get every single hug
till you showed up.
Hurts my feelings.
Great job.
- I like that.
- Thank you.
- Let me help you.
- Thank you.
You're looking good out there
today. I think you're ready.
- Thank you. It felt good.
- Well, I'm glad you're trying out.
We really could have
used you last season.
Yeah, well,
it's good to be back.
All right, well,
see you at tryouts.
Yeah.
Hey, Tommy.
Hey, you ready to go?
Gibby, come here.
Hey, I was gonna walk you home.
Okay, well, I don't need your help.
No, thanks.
Hey, you're not mad about Alicia
kissing me, right? It was nothing.
Well, it looked
like something to me. Okay?
Why did Tommy kiss Alicia?
Well, if he wants her,
he can have her.
Who needs a boyfriend
when I have you?
Katie, hurry and get ready.
We have to leave.
Yeah, just a minute, Dad.
First, I'll introduce you
to people in wardrobe.
Her name is Mary.
I've known her for years.
She knows all about you.
Seen your gymnastics photos...
Frank?
- Yes?
- How does the kitchen look?
Do you like either of these
for Gibby?
The kitchen looks wonderful and
I've already preapproved the hats.
Having said that,
Vanessa's probably going to hate
everything, so...
Frank.
How am I suppose
to direct an ape?
I've directed many Neanderthals
before, but never an ape.
She's a monkey.
So you're our little star.
Really?
Really. Honey, why
don't you go with Mary?
She'll get you to the wardrobe.
Yeah. Okay, Dad.
Gibby is a natural.
You're gonna love her. Trust me.
Do something.
Why?
Why?
Here you go, Mr. Thompson.
All ready.
Thank you.
Are you ready?
You know, we haven't
exactly rehearsed this.
It's okay. Just let Gibby
be herself. It'll be fine.
You better not monkey this up
or you'll never work
in this town again.
Or I may never work
in this town again.
Put the little ape on the stool.
- Okay.
- Go.
Positions, please.
All right, let's get ready
to shoot this hot mess.
It's gonna be fine.
All right. All right.
Yeah, all right, okay.
I'm gonna need your attention
over here.
Over here. Right toward me.
There we go now.
All right, now let's get...
And action.
All right, little ape, stir.
Very good, little ape.
Stir, stir.
Keep stirring.
Keep stirring.
One more second.
Stir, little ape.
One more and cut.
All right, all right.
So we'll put a caption over her.
"So easy, any ape can do it."
Got it?
End of commercial. Good night.
It's been a pleasure.
It's been a pleasure.
She's a monkey.
My car better be ready.
I can't thank you both enough
for today, honey.
I'm very happy
with how that turned out.
Gibby makes everything better.
I'm gonna go put her to bed, and
then I'm gonna go to bed, too.
Okay?
- Say good night before you do.
- Okay.
Yeah, come on.
It's time to go to bed, okay?
Come on.
You know, I really
wanna win tomorrow.
And not just to beat Alicia.
You inspire me to do my best.
Good night.
Hey. See you in the morning,
okay?
Good night.
Hey, honey.
What was that for?
That's for letting me
take care of Gibby.
I'm not doing anything.
You're doing all the work.
Just the same...
I know I haven't been the best
daughter since Mom died.
Honey, I know it hasn't
been easy for you.
I know it.
- I miss her every day.
- Honey.
I miss her, too, baby.
Every single day I miss her.
You okay?
You know, one thing that
Gibby taught me...
is that life is for living,
and not to waste it.
I promise I'll do my best
to make you proud of me.
I just wish Mom could be there.
Honey, I'm already proud.
Your mother is, too.
I know that.
And we'll both be there
at the game with you.
You have my word.
Which reminds me.
Your mother was saving this
for your birthday.
But my birthday
isn't for another month.
I think we both need
a little Mom right now.
What is it?
It's something special
she wanted you to have.
Open it.
It's beautiful.
It's also a locket.
What's the key to?
Your mother always said
it was a key to happiness and...
I think I believe her.
I'll keep it with me forever.
- I love you, honey.
- I love you, too.
Now get outta here.
You gotta get some sleep.
You got a big day tomorrow.
Okay. Good night, Dad.
I just don't understand why
we had to wake up early
for the competition.
I wanted to sleep in.
Wait, this is Katie's house.
Alicia, what are we doing here?
I want to make sure I win.
Katie isn't gonna beat you.
I don't just want to beat her.
I want to crush her.
Just wait here.
Don't you think
she's getting carried away?
Why is she sneaking
into Katie's house?
Well, probably to tell her
good luck.
Probably not.
Nyah.
Stupid monkey.
So how's your dismount coming?
Pretty good.
Well, except for the
landing part.
- Where were you?
- Yeah, what were you doing?
Just taking care
of some monkey business.
Fun.
Wait, what?
It's 9:30 already?
So the day is finally here.
I'm really looking forward to
seeing her compete again. I am.
Dad!
Why didn't you wake me up?
- You said 9:30.
- I said I have to leave by 9:30.
What are you doing here?
I promised to watch Gibby
during the competition.
I told you
I don't need your help.
Okay.
Gibby?
Gibby?
Where are you?
Katie, what you saw yesterday
was all Alicia.
Not now.
I can't even find Gibby.
How'd that window get open?
No.
- Gibby?
- She's probably nearby.
I promised Ms. Martin
that I'd take good care of her.
Don't worry. We'll find her.
- Gibby!
- There's no sign of her.
But where could she have gone?
She might be in like
a tree or something.
Well, I gotta go tell my dad.
Hey, Dad.
Did you leave
the shed window open?
- No, of course not. Why?
- Gibby's gone.
She probably didn't go far.
We just don't know
what direction she went.
Okay, call Cindy and Diane
on the phone right now.
Go upstairs and change
out of those clothes.
Help me in the garage to make
sure you didn't miss anything.
Meet us out back.
- Cindy. I need your help.
- Yeah? Is something wrong?
Hey, did you find her?
No, I can't find her.
Well, where'd she go?
I don't know.
Hey, guys.
What do you need us to do?
Tommy and I will go
down the street that way.
Can you go that way?
Yes. We'll let you know
if we see her.
Okay, perfect.
- Hey, any luck finding Gibby?
- No, we haven't found her yet.
Can you stay here at the house and
call us if you find her, okay?
- Yeah, sure, honey.
- Okay. Thank you.
Hey!
Hey. Billy, you still have
a camera on your helicopter?
Yeah, see for yourself.
Can you do me a huge favor?
Can you fly over Sycamore?
Gibby's missing.
We're just trying to spot her.
- Sure thing, Mr. Thompson.
- Appreciate it.
What the heck's goin' on?
What?!
Hey!
Scram!
What's wrong?
There is an ape in the window!
Well, he was right there!
An ape? Like a chimp?
Well, he was huge.
You're hallucinating again.
I am not making this up!
Why do you always think I'm
making things up? I am not crazy!
It's almost out of range.
Okay, just one.
If you could make a left on
Euclid, that'd be great.
Stop right,
Can you back up a little bit
to the right?
Freeze right there.
Okay.
That's her.
- Thank you, buddy.
- You're welcome.
Hey, excuse me. Have you seen
a monkey around here?
No, but there's a
rat back there.
Yeah, Dad?
Okay, I'm on it.
- Did they find her?
- Yeah, come on.
She's gotta be close.
You like that?
Look, Momma, a gorilla.
There aren't any gorillas
around here.
Yes, there is. Right there.
Gorilla! Gorilla!
That has to be her.
Stop! She won't hurt anyone!
- No!
- Gibby, are you okay?
Gibby, please be okay.
Gibby.
Dear God...
Please don't let Gibby die.
Please don't take her from me...
not again.
It's my fault, not hers. Please.
Gibby.
Gibby.
She's a cute little monkey.
She's a wild animal.
Don't get too close.
I'm very sorry, Ms. Miller,
but you didn't have to do that.
She wouldn't have hurt anyone.
Why don't you just take that
thing and get outta here?
Come on. Let's go.
And if I see that gorilla again,
I will call animal control.
That was close.
All right, we need to hurry so
you don't miss your competition.
It's too late.
You're not a quitter.
We can make it.
Okay. Come on, Gibby.
Hey, what happened?
I'll explain later.
Please just take her.
I have to go get changed.
We're running late. I'll grab the
car, and I'll meet you around front.
Call Cindy, tell her
that we found Gibby,
and we'll meet her at
the competition.
Sure, but I don't
have her number.
Okay, here.
Is this my picture
from the burger joint?
Come on, the competition's
almost started.
Okay, here, take this.
Why don't you hop out here?
I'll meet you inside.
- Okay, thanks, Dad.
- Yep.
Okay, you're checked in.
Hi, I'm Katie Thompson.
I'm checking in.
A bit late. Your competition's
already started.
You've got 15 minutes
until you're on.
They shouldn't be allowed
to bring that monkey in here.
Please, sir.
She's my inspiration.
Well, we allow dogs, so why not?
The ape can stay.
Really? How can you let
a monkey in here?
Well, they let you in here,
didn't they?
Our next
competitor, Alicia Ramsey!
Aren't you up next?
You made it just in time.
I'm so sorry I made
you guys late.
Don't sweat it. I did just fine.
A 9.2, my best ever!
Congratulations.
You better get ready. You don't
have much time to warm up.
Well, Gibby and I better go find
a good place to sit down.
Okay. Wait. Hey, Tommy.
I'm sorry about the way I acted.
I just wanted to say thank you
for all your help.
You're most welcome.
I know, right?
Alicia Ramsey takes the lead
with a 9.6.
9.6. Looks like it's over.
It's not over
until I say it's over.
Hi, excuse me.
Did she make it in time?
Yeah, she's up next.
- I hope she had time to warm up.
- Yeah.
Next up is Katie Thompson.
Okay, Katie, so just like you've
done a thousand times before.
- Okay?
- Okay, I'm just nervous.
I haven't competed in a while.
Think of your monkey.
Okay? Be your monkey.
Okay.
Okay? Now, give me five.
Okay, go get 'em.
This is for you, Mom.
Thatta girl, honey!
What are you doing here?
And what are you doing in there?
What just happened?
Gibby stopped Alicia
from disrupting your routine.
I've got it all right here.
Well, thank you, Gibby.
- Good job.
- That was great.
Thanks.
It felt really good.
- I saw what you did, Alicia.
- Me?
I was pushed
in the pit by that monkey.
After you tried
to disrupt Katie's routine.
Consider yourself off the team.
But, Coach, it was that monkey.
- Way to stick it.
- Thank you.
It looks like you might
be our new team captain.
Ladies. So I kicked Alicia off the
team for unsportsmanlike behavior.
But she's really good,
and we need her.
I know. Well, you're the new
captain, so you decide.
And the winners in the 13-
to 15-year-old girls bracket.
In third place, Cindy Kingsley.
Congratulations.
Second place, Alicia Ramsey.
Congratulations.
And our champion
and new captain...
Katie Thompson!
Congratulations.
- I'm so proud of you.
- Thank you.
- Hey. Thank you.
- Hey.
- Congratulations, honey.
- Thanks.
Can you hold her for a second?
Hey. I heard what Coach did.
That should make you happy.
Actually, it doesn't.
The team needs you.
Well, it'll have to get
by without me.
As team captain, Coach
said that it was my decision...
and I want you on the team.
Really?
Really.
Thank you. I didn't know
what I was going to tell my mom.
Here, come on. Let's go.
I can't believe Gibby did that.
I know. I owe it all to her.
I owe it all to Gibby
for giving me my daughter back.
And I thank her for giving me
my old friend back.
Why don't you guys wait here?
I'll go grab the car.
So I'm just a friend?
More than a friend.
Like...
girlfriend?
Something like that.
Let's see what we got.
"We're pleased to
inform you that the Borneo..."
Billy! Get out of here! Go.
Looks like I'm gonna be leaving
you for a few months.
Don't worry. I'll find someone
to look after you.
Someone who knows
how to have fun
and take really good
care of you.
I love you, too.
Go play, sweetie.
Hey, Katie?
Yeah, Dad?
Hey, Cindy and Diane wanna know if
you're going to open gym today.
Nah, I don't really
feel like it.
No? Honey, maybe a workout
would do you good.
Tryouts are coming
up soon, so...
Not today, Dad. Okay?
Okay. All right, honey.
Clear the mat, insects.
We're here to work out.
Not right now.
We're working out.
It's not for you to decide.
I'm the team captain,
so what I say goes.
Not anymore.
The season's over.
Next season's tryouts
are in two weeks...
and I, as the best gymnast,
will be team captain again.
So if you know what's best for
you, you will do as I say.
Katie will beat you.
The alien speaks.
Sorry to inform you, E.T...
but here on Earth, you can't win
if you don't show up.
Go back to the mothership
or something.
We're busy.
There she is.
Alicia ran us off the mat today.
She's pure evil.
Why did you let her?
She thinks she's still captain.
But the season's over.
That's what I said.
She acts like
she's still captain.
Tryouts are in two weeks
and, unless you compete...
she will be captain again.
And no one wants
to get on her bad side.
Sorry. I just don't feel
like trying out this year.
But you have to try out.
We need you.
Look, I understand
you not trying out last year
with your mother ill and all.
But you need gymnastics.
It's a part of you.
I've been going to gymnastics.
Not like you used to.
You were always practicing.
Sorry. It's just
not that important anymore.
If Alicia's captain,
I'll quit the team.
We need you.
Come on, Cindy. Let's go.
I need you.
Hey, honey.
You got a minute?
Yeah.
Sit down.
You can't keep putting your
friends off like that, sweetie.
Dad, can you please
just spare the lecture?
I just think you could use a
little friend time. That's all.
- Okay, I get your point.
- Do you?
- Do I what?
- Do you get my point?
- Do you get my point?
- Yeah.
- Do you?
- Yeah, I get your point.
I just want you
to have fun, honey.
I just want the happy
Katie back, that's all.
Yeah, well, there's not a lot
to be happy about.
Of course, there's plenty
to be happy about.
Like what?
Your friends, gymnastics.
You love gymnastics.
Your mother loved
to watch you compete.
Yeah, well,
that's not gonna happen.
I know it was difficult
to lose your mother.
God knows it was very difficult
for me as well.
But life doesn't stop.
Your mother wouldn't want it
to stop.
And, honey, you have
so much of it ahead of you.
Dad, I'm okay.
Are you?
Yeah. I'm okay.
Okay.
- I just want the smile back. That's it.
- Okay.
Okay, get outta here.
Okay.
- I love you, honey.
- I love you, too.
Look, there goes the loser.
Too bad she's not competing
at tryouts.
I was looking forward
to beating her.
Again. That was good.
Hey, watch it.
It's no big deal.
- He's such a show off.
- I hope he breaks his neck.
So are you going to the dance?
Come on, class is gonna start.
So, Katie,
you never answered my question.
Are you going to the dance?
I don't really feel like it.
Katie, you don't feel
like doing anything since...
I have a lot on my mind. Okay?
We know. It's just,
the dance is gonna be awesome.
There's gonna be
a lot of cute guys there.
You guys talking about me again?
- Hi, Tommy.
- Hi, Diane, Cindy.
How's it going, Katie?
She's doing great. We're going
to the end of the year dance.
Are you?
That's actually why I came over,
to find out if you're going.
Of course.
Well, Katie, are you?
Not really. I'm kind of busy.
That's too bad. I was hoping
that you would dance with me.
What about Alicia?
What about her?
You know,
you and her are a thing.
Nah, we're just friends.
You can ask me to dance.
I hope you change your mind
and go.
I'll think about it.
That's a start.
- Bye, Tommy.
- See you at the dance.
What is wrong with you?
The cutest boy in school
asked you to dance with him
and you blow him off?
Now you have to go.
Why? Because of Tommy?
Um, yeah.
He's just a friend.
I would give up my cell phone
for a year
for a chance to dance with him.
- A year?
- Okay, a month.
I just don't feel like dancing.
With anybody.
Remember to turn in your textbooks
and clear out your lockers
by Wednesday.
And be sure to pick up your
yearbook in the auditorium.
Also, as a small little reminder
that I hope you got your tickets...
for the end of the year school
dance tomorrow night.
Okay, everyone, settle down.
I should have brought you
to class a long time ago.
Everyone, this is Gibby.
Can anyone tell me
who my friend is?
An ape.
Not exactly.
Chimpanzees are apes.
It's a monkey.
Yes, but do you
what kind of monkey?
One that swings on trees.
And eats bananas.
Gibby is
a Tufted Capuchin monkey.
That's correct, Tommy.
She's a mammal
from the Sapajus Apella species.
They come from South America,
and they're omnivores.
Meaning?
- Katie?
- They eat plants and animals?
That's correct.
- Is she dangerous?
- Not really.
I rescued her about five years
ago, and she's used to people.
But as you can see, they still
have their animal instincts.
That's why you should
never tease an animal.
Ms. Martin,
I would never tease an animal.
Now, you might be wondering
why I brought her in.
Well, I just received a grant to
go to Borneo for the summer...
and study the orangutans.
So now I'm gonna need somebody
to watch her over the summer.
Not so fast.
If you wanna take care of her...
you're gonna need
to write an essay
about how to take care of Gibby.
I want you to include everything
you know about Capuchins
and their needs.
And most importantly, a parent's
gonna have to sign off on it.
And essays are due tomorrow.
I know, but I just found out, and
it's almost the end of school.
All right.
Now to today's lesson.
Can you believe that Ms. Martin
brought a live monkey in to class?
Gibby is so cute.
I really wanna take care of her.
Did you see that it,
like, wears diapers? OMG.
And the "G" means "gross."
Gross? You must be talking
about your family again.
- Score one.
- To zero.
You can forget about it.
I write the best essays.
That's English.
This is science class.
Whatever,
I'm still going to win.
Why does everything have to be
a competition with you?
Because I'm a winner. It's
more fun than being a loser.
What's her issue?
We used to be friends.
She's just a spoiled brat.
Doesn't matter.
I know what I have to do.
- Tryout for the team?
- Go to the dance?
Research Capuchins
so I can show Ms. Martin...
that I know how to take care
of Gibby.
- Bye.
- Okay.
- What's up?
- Hey.
I was wondering if you changed
your mind about the dance.
I haven't really
thought about it.
Why not? Everyone will be there.
It'll be a lot of fun.
Hello? I have to write my essay
for Gibby.
You're trying to watch Gibby?
Not just trying.
I'm going to watch her.
That would be cool.
But a lot of other kids
wanna watch her, too.
That's why I have to focus
on my essay...
instead of talking
about some dance.
- Not that one.
- I needed that book.
I have something better.
- Like what?
- Just come here.
What is it?
Only the best reference book
on Capuchins in the world.
I thought it was checked out.
I grabbed it at lunch
so I could save it for you.
I knew everyone would want it.
I read it last year
when I really wanted a monkey.
- You wanted a monkey?
- Yeah.
But my mom wouldn't let me
have pets. Not even a...
Dog?
I was gonna say goldfish.
But you get the idea.
If you know so much
about Capuchins...
I am sure Ms. Martin
will select you to watch Gibby.
I'm not entering.
On account of...
You can't have pets.
So I thought that if I helped
you with your essay...
you would let me help you
take care of Gibby.
Thanks, Tommy. Of course you can help.
I'll owe you big time.
You can start
by dancing with me at the dance.
Yeah, the dance.
You said you owed me.
Only if the book helps.
It will. Now, stop flirting
with me and get back to work.
Focus, Katie.
Okay, supper's almost ready.
Let's get silverware and napkins
on the counter.
Just a moment, Dad.
I hope you're ready
for my world famous spaghetti.
Are you ready?
Hey. What are you doing?
- An essay.
- An essay, okay.
Care to share with your dad
what that essay's about?
Gibby.
Gibby, of course.
I have no idea what a Gibby is.
What's a Gibby?
Gibby is Ms. Martin's
Capuchin monkey.
- A monkey?
- She's really cute and a lot of fun.
Ms. Martin brought her
in to class today.
To the school?
I bet that was exciting. Right?
Dad. Can I ask you a question?
- I don't know. Can you?
- Dad.
- May I?
- Yes, you may.
Thank you for the correction.
Fire away. What is it?
Okay, Ms. Martin's
gonna study orangutans
in Borneo this summer...
and she needs someone
to watch after Gibby.
Do you think I could watch her?
A monkey all summer long?
Around the house?
Yeah, she's really cool and only
nine pounds. It would be fun.
I understand that, honey,
but now's not a good time.
I've got a very important pitch
for one of my most important
clients coming up.
I just don't think
we can swing it. I'm sorry.
Dad, please.
I don't think you understand
how important this pitch is.
But, more importantly...
I don't think now is the best time
for you to take on an extra burden
that's just gonna keep you
locked inside the house, honey.
And the you that your mom
and I knew was a bubbly...
outgoing girl
with all kinds of friends.
I just think she left
with your mom.
You're right. A part of me
did die when Mom died.
And you said that time would
heal me, but it hasn't.
I know. I know, I know. I know.
But your mother's
inside both of us.
Each and every day.
You know that, right?
What am I supposed to do?
Just your best.
That's what your mother
would want. Just your best.
But...
your mother would want the best
from the Katie
that she remembers.
That's what your mother
would want.
- I'll tell you what.
- Tell me what.
If you let me watch Gibby...
I promise I'll go
to gymnastics more
and hang out with
my friends more.
- Really?
- Really.
- Really?
- Really.
Really, really?
If it's that important to you,
then, I imagine I can
endure a monkey for a...
- couple months.
- I can watch her? My gosh!
Dad, I love you!
I love you, too, honey.
Before you go anywhere,
where is this monkey gonna stay?
During the day, she'll
stay with me in the house,
and at night, in the shed.
The monkey is in the house?
Is the monkey potty trained?
Not to worry, she wears diapers.
I hope I don't regret this.
I really do.
You won't. I'll take
really good care of her.
Okay. But this is you.
Remember, we have a deal.
Okay, I promise.
It'll teach me responsibility.
I can't believe
I'm doing it. Okay...
Supper's ready. Silverware,
napkins on the counter now.
- Got it.
- Let's do this.
- And, hey...
- Yeah?
When can I read your essay?
As soon as I'm done with it.
Let's finish it.
I wanna read this.
Okay.
Congratulations
to the baseball team
for another great season.
As a reminder, end of the year
school dance for underclassmen
is tonight.
Pretty good.
I mean, it's three pages, so...
Here you go, Ms. Martin.
I worked really hard on it.
I'm sure you did, Alicia.
Thank you.
And here's my essay, Ms. Martin.
Another? Thank you.
For those of you
who wrote essays,
you don't have to turn them
in this second.
Just put 'em in the basket
by the end of class.
Okay, so who can tell me what
they learned about Capuchins?
Ready, ready, ready.
Looks like you have
some competition.
She's not competition.
All the same,
Tommy sure seems interested.
Come on, Tommy, let's dance.
- Later.
- But this is a good song.
Hey.
- You came!
- What changed your mind?
I promised that I would.
- Who'd you promise?
- Tommy.
Tommy? Why Tommy?
He helped me with my essay.
Are you going to dance with him?
I don't think Alicia's
gonna give you a chance.
One more dance.
Maybe later.
Tommy!
Hey, I see you made it.
Um... I promised that I would.
I'm glad you did.
You look great.
Thank you.
Not too shabby yourself.
Shall we dance?
A promise is a promise.
- She totally likes him.
- Yup.
Did you plan this?
No.
- Coincidental?
- Absolutely.
Yup.
Okay, everyone.
It's time to welcome our
very special guest, Luara!
Four, three, two, dance
Just look at them.
Yeah, what does he see in her?
There won't be anything to see
once I get done with her.
Let's get some punch.
But you don't like punch.
- That was fun.
- Totally.
Yeah, that was great.
Yeah, I didn't know
you could dance like that.
Thank you.
Well, I better get back
to my friends now.
Yeah.
- So spill, K.
- What's to spill?
You and Tommy, together?
We were just dancing.
He blew off Alicia for you.
We're just friends.
He's helping me with Gibby.
- I think it's more than that.
- He likes you.
It's nothing.
We're old friends.
I saw you dancing with Tommy.
So? He asked me.
He was only being nice.
He took pity on you.
Tommy likes Katie,
so get used to it.
Well, I guess there isn't
any more to say then, is there?
- Oops.
- You did that on purpose!
It was her fault.
She got in my way.
You know it wasn't an accident.
Yeah? What are you
gonna do about it?
This isn't the time
or the place.
How about tryouts?
- You know I'm not entering.
- How convenient.
- I can't stand her.
- Me neither.
Someone needs to teach her
a lesson.
Well, I think I'm done for the night.
My dress is ruined.
- Sorry.
- Bye. See you tomorrow.
Hey, Katie,
know any good dry cleaners?
Ouch.
Alicia, you wanna go
to the mall later?
Yeah.
- Hey.
- Hey, what's the rush?
- Today's the day.
- Yeah, last day of school.
I am so excited for summer!
Today's the day
Ms. Martin decides
who gets to take care of Gibby.
That's all you talk about.
That stupid monkey.
She's not stupid. They use them
to help disabled people.
Whatever.
Early dismissal
is at 11:00 am, so see you in August.
Good morning, class. I guess
you all know what today is.
It's when you pick me
to take care of Gibby.
Not so fast, Alicia.
You wrote a very good essay.
But it's not just
about the essays.
It's about who I feel is gonna
take best care of Gibby.
So I've selected five finalists
who I think are qualified
to take care of her.
From those five finalists,
Gibby will decide
who she'll stay with
this summer.
After all, she should
have some say. Right?
So, when I call your name,
I want you to come up here...
and sit on one of the stools
at the front of the class.
Alicia.
Jake.
Sid.
And Sarah.
Ms. Martin?
Hold on, Eve.
You only called four names.
Sorry about that.
You're right, I did.
Let's see, the final candidate
is Katie.
Come up and take a stool.
Everyone else,
stay in your seats.
- Hey, play hard to get.
- Okay.
This isn't necessary,
Ms. Martin.
Gibby is going to choose me.
Perhaps.
But we'll let her decide who'll
take care of her this summer.
How will we know
who she selects?
She's going to go to the person
that she feels
most comfortable with.
Gibby, I'll take good care of you.
Come on.
Gibby, come here. No, I'll take
good care of you, come on now.
Come on! No, come on. No!
Come here, Gibby.
Come to me, Gibby. Come on.
Come on. You're so close,
come here.
Please. Come on.
Yeah. Come on, Gibby.
Gibby, I love you, I love you.
Come here.
You can do it. You can do it.
Come on. You're almost there.
Go, go, go. No, no, no.
I'll take good care of you.
Come on, come on.
There we go, good.
Okay, there we go, go. No, no,
stop playing games with me.
Come on, now.
Come on, come on, Gibby,
come on.
I have all the Nutella in the world, Gibby.
Come on. Come on, Gibby.
Come on, Gibby. Come
on, come on. Come to Jake.
Come on.
Yeah, there we go. Come on.
Please come to me.
I'll take good care of you.
Well, it looks like Gibby's gonna
be staying with Katie this summer.
Ms. Martin,
there must a mistake.
There's no mistake, Alicia.
Now, everybody, take your seats.
Go on.
Go on. Gibby will be staying
with Katie this summer.
Thank you, Ms. Martin.
I'll arrange with your dad to come
over tomorrow and go over her care.
I had a feeling she'd
choose you.
Okay, I gotta get ready.
Wait, wait, wait!
Wait, no, no, class isn't over.
I'm sorry.
It's okay. Take your seat.
I can't believe
that I get to watch Gibby.
Yeah, it's so cool.
Congratulations, you get
to take care of a smelly monkey.
- Ha ha.
- I'm just glad that you beat Alicia.
I really don't understand
why you wanna watch Gibby.
It's like watching
her own family.
- Burn.
- You want some ice for that?
You're just jealous
that you lost.
It's no big deal.
It's just a monkey.
The real competition is this
weekend for team captain.
Too bad you won't be competing.
I'll be busy watching Gibby.
No excuses. I would have beaten
you for team captain, anyway.
The best always win.
Her existence gives me
a headache.
I wish you were
competing against her.
She doesn't deserve
to be team captain.
Got to go.
Lots to do for Gibby. See you.
Later.
Knock, knock. Aww, thought
you might need some help.
That actually would be great.
I have no idea
whether I'm doing this right.
Well, you actually have some
really good stuff over there.
But you might want to get rid of
all the nails, the gasoline...
definitely the saws,
and, the hammers...
and, the paint is fairly toxic.
It looks like I owe you again.
Yeah, I kind of like
you owing me.
Come on, Ms. Martin
will be here at 2:00, so...
- Let's get started.
- All right.
I'm glad that's over.
Yeah, me, too.
Thanks for your help.
So...
why exactly are you helping me?
For a couple of reasons.
Such as?
For one, I get to help you take
care of a real Capuchin monkey.
And two?
Later.
It's time to pay off your debts.
What do you mean?
How about a burger and a shake?
Sounds good. Gibby'll be here
in about an hour.
All right, let's go.
Okay.
So where're you taking me?
That dress was adorable.
- I know. It would look great on me.
- I know. It's crazy.
Isn't that Katie?
Yeah, with Tommy.
Tommy is sure spending
a lot of time with her.
She's pathetic if she
thinks Tommy actually likes her.
After you beat her
at the competition,
Tommy won't be
interested in her.
This calls
for more extreme measures.
Hello.
Hey.
Hi. Are you ready for Gibby?
- More than ready.
- Awesome.
Look who it is.
- Hi.
- You must be Ms. Martin.
We haven't been formally
introduced, but my name is Frank.
I am Katie's father.
It's nice to officially meet you
in person, as well.
Very nice to meet you and you, too, Gibby.
Very nice to meet you.
- And please call me Jennifer.
- I certainly will.
I didn't know you would be here.
I promised Katie to help her
watch Gibby.
Cool. I'm sure
she'll appreciate the help.
Thank you for letting for letting
Katie watch Gibby while I'm gone.
I assure you this is gonna be a
mutually beneficial relationship.
She is over the moon
excited with this opportunity.
- Dad!
- What? You...
Here, let me put her
on your shoulder.
Let you take her now.
There you go. Basically
treat her like a small child.
You know, change her diaper
when it's messy...
and stick to the food items
that I've listed out.
I will, I promise.
And most of all,
she loves companionship...
so please try to spend as much
time with her as you can.
I'll be with her all summer.
That's perfect. Thank you.
I know you'll do a great job.
- I'll make sure she will, Ms. Martin.
- Well, thank you.
Can somebody show me
where she's gonna be sleeping?
They have spent
the entire morning
cleaning out a spot
in the shed...
so I assure you, Gibby will have
first-class accommodations.
That's great. Well,
I've got her tree in the car.
You wanna give me a hand?
- Of course.
- Well, you guys get acquainted.
Will do.
Come on.
She's so cute.
Yeah, they each have
their own personalities.
What'd she do that for?
- I think she's playing tag.
- Tag?
You're it.
- What should I do?
- Tag her back.
You're it.
Hey. What are you doing here?
I'm just helping
Katie with Gibby.
Hey, guys, check this out.
Gibby, come here.
Go tag them!
A monkey can't play tag.
No, she didn't.
She's just playing around.
Hey, girls.
What are you guys up to?
Hi, Mr. Thompson.
We're on our way to gymnastics.
We were wondering
if Katie wanted to join us.
I can't.
I have to watch Gibby.
You can go.
Take Gibby with you.
I don't think Ms. Martin
would approve.
What if something happened
to her?
She did say to include her in your
life like she's part of the family.
- I'm just saying.
- Come on.
I'll go with you and watch her
while you do your gymnastics.
I think it's a good idea that
Tommy comes with us.
Remember our deal.
Okay, okay.
Let me get ready.
I hope they don't
throw us out because of Gibby.
I'll be right here
while you guys work out.
Okay.
Just forget about it.
Too little, too late.
Why must you be so m... mean?
- Why must you be so... you?
- We're just here to work out.
You'll probably make the team,
but you won't win captain.
Don't worry.
I'm not even entering.
Like I said,
we're just here to work out.
Good, 'cause tryouts are next
week, and I will win captain.
Just like last year.
- Hello.
- Hey.
That's a talented little monkey
you have there.
Thank you.
So you entering tryouts?
I'm not ready.
Come on, you're a natural.
If you're half as good as your
monkey, you could win captain.
- Think about it.
- Okay.
Come here, come on.
I'm glad you came with us, K.
Yeah. Thanks for coming
with us, guys.
Well, I'm glad you talked me
into it. It felt good.
- See ya.
- Later.
See you around.
Well, thanks
for keeping your promise.
I haven't kept it yet. You still
gotta make it through the summer.
Just the same,
thanks for helping me.
Yeah, no problem.
I'll swing by tomorrow.
Well, not too early, I usually
sleep in during the summer.
Yeah, Gibby'll probably
be up with the sun.
I didn't think about that.
That's all right.
That's why I'm here.
- Okay. See you tomorrow.
- I'll see ya.
Good. Supper's ready.
- Hey, Dad.
- Yeah?
There's something
that I wanted to tell you.
Well, as long as it's not
that you wanna watch
an elephant next summer...
I think I'll be able to
process it.
Come on.
I'm thinking about entering
the gymnastics tryouts
this Sunday.
I think you'll do very well,
honey. I'm proud of you.
Yeah, I've kept in shape,
and Gibby motivates me
to get back in the
swing of things.
I think that will be great
for you, honey. I really do.
Now, are you ready
for my world famous pizza?
Your world famous pizza?
Okay, maybe it's not
my world famous pizza,
but it's world famous pizza.
And how about you?
Are you hungry?
Here we go.
What?
I've never seen you take more
than two seconds
to devour an entire pizza.
Now you're looking after
something else, or someone...
else, before you.
It's impressive.
Are you saying I'm growing up?
I guess so. I guess I am.
Look at you.
You make it look easy.
Come on.
I guess I just need to relax
and have fun like you.
Night.
I hope you like it here.
Okay. Good night.
Good morning, Gibby.
Are you ready for summer?
I guess we'll find out
if you are a great chef or not.
There we go.
Oven's ready.
You ready to bake Dad's cake?
Come on,
it'll be a piece of cake.
Get it? Like a piece of cake.
Hey.
Yeah, I can totally get it.
Hang on one second.
Okay. Don't touch anything, okay?
Be a good girl.
No, not you. I was talking to Gibby.
But yeah...
Katie!
Katie!
Could you come down here,
please?
Gibby! What did you do?
Dad, I'm so sorry.
This was supposed
to be a surprise.
I'm surprised.
I'm surprised by all of this.
Could you clean this up? Now?
I guess we'll start with you.
Come here.
Come on.
Well, there we go. All clean.
Come on.
Stand up.
There we go.
Honey, you wanna tell me
why the kitchen's not clean?
Well, I had to give
Gibby a bath.
I understand. We start filming
tomorrow, so I can't do it myself.
I'd appreciate a little help.
Okay, well, don't worry.
I'll clean it up right now.
- Thank you.
- Yes, sir.
Already finished.
We really dodged one.
How's it going?
Now you show up?
Did I miss something?
Only the mess Gibby made.
- Monkeys do get playful.
- Yeah.
You never did tell me the second
reason that you're helping me.
I thought it was pretty obvious.
What was obvious?
You know.
I thought you liked Alicia. After
all, she's every boy's dream.
Well, you're not
so bad-looking yourself.
So, you only like me
for my looks?
More than that.
You're not fake like Alicia...
and you have a kind heart.
Hey. Tommy.
Hello, Mr. Thompson.
How are you?
I'm good, good, good,
a little busy.
But I'm just taking a break
from work for some lunch in...
my nice clean kitchen.
Thank you very much.
You wanna join us?
Dad!
You made a promise
to be more social.
I appreciate it,
but why don't we do it inside?
I'm making sandwiches,
world famous sandwiches.
You're gonna love 'em.
Inside.
World famous?
In his own mind.
Hey, honey, sandwiches
are almost ready,
so plates and napkins, please.
- Sure thing.
- And...
No hungry monkeys in the kitchen
until it's time to eat, please.
Thank you very much.
Appreciate it.
Turkey and wheat, that okay?
Yeah, works for me. Looking
forward to that world famous.
How's it going,
living here with Katie?
- Milk?
- Sure.
I was talking
to my dad yesterday and...
I want to enter tryouts
this Sunday.
That's awesome.
You need me to watch Gibby?
- Would you?
- Yeah, no problem.
I especially want to
beat Alicia.
Okay, honey, let's remember:
competition is not just
about winning.
It's also about doing your best.
Okay?
Yeah, I know, Dad.
But no one wants Alicia
as captain.
So what time do you need me?
Well, the competition starts
at 11:00...
and I wanna get there
an hour early, so?
Then, I'll see you at 9:30.
Okay.
So I couldn't watch him?
- Her.
- Her, excuse me.
Pardon me, Gibby.
Didn't mean to offend.
I'm so happy that you're here.
Even if it is just for
the summer.
Gibby, do you ever wonder
why things happen?
Or do they just happen?
I wonder my life would be like
if my mom hadn't died.
Did you know your mother?
You probably haven't seen her
since you were very young.
It's terrible, you know.
You lost your mother, too.
But I never see you sad.
I wanna be more like you.
I love you.
- I brought you a jacket.
- Thank you.
It's kind of chilly out here?
Yeah.
How are you two doing?
Good. Just trying to figure out
why things happen
the way they do.
Well, if you figure it out,
let me know, will you?
You'll be the first.
And happy birthday. And
sorry about your birthday cake.
Please. There'll be plenty
of opportunities...
for you to make me
a birthday cake.
And I will hold you
to each and every one of them.
You two are really good
together, you know it?
- So I got a question for you.
- Yeah?
Would you two be interested
in helping me out...
with a new commercial
I'm working on?
I don't know. You'll have to ask her.
Come here.
Okay.
Miss Gibby,
would you be interested in...
being the star
of my new commercial? Yeah?
Is that a maybe or...?
I believe that is a yes.
Gibby, I'm very flattered.
I'm very flattered...
and I really look forward
to working with you.
I should get ready
for the sleep over.
- So, K, spill.
- Spill what?
Spill the beans, like what's
going on between you and Tommy.
Are you guys like a thing?
No, he's just helping me
with Gibby.
Good idea.
Damsel in distress.
Ha ha. It's not like
that at all.
So there's nothing
going on between you two?
Of course not.
We're just friends.
Too bad, he's hot.
Diane, can't you see
that she's not interested?
Maybe not,
but he's still gorgeous.
Good job, Gibby.
But I don't want nail polish.
So what's it like living with
a monkey? Is she a lot of work?
Not really.
She keeps me company,
and she does a lot
of funny things.
- Like what?
- Yeah, show us something.
Well, what do you wanna see?
I don't know, you're the expert.
Have her do a flip.
Please. That's easy.
Gibby, do a flip.
Okay, watch this one.
Gibby, statue.
You ready?
Pow!
Okay, Gibby, go to the dresser.
Go on.
Okay, you two lie down.
Yeah, I'll pass.
Come on, it'll be fun.
Okay, I'm in.
Okay.
Okay. Superman!
High five.
Now, that was sweet.
Do it again.
High five. No? Okay.
Okay, where are the girls?
What about you?
Are you up for some pancakes?
Okay.
Banana pancakes it is.
Perfect timing.
Breakfast is ready.
- Good morning.
- Good morning.
Sorry, we don't have time
for breakfast.
I just made
my world famous pancakes.
Okay, well, not today,
they're too heavy.
Gotta put something
in your belly...
It's our last practice
before tryouts.
Right, so after practice.
Right now, we gotta go.
- Thanks anyway, Mr. Thompson.
- Yeah, thanks.
Yes. Are you
forgetting something here?
Yeah. Tommy just texted me,
he'll be here in a couple minutes.
That okay?
Yes, it's okay.
Okay. See ya.
Please don't forget.
We film this afternoon, okay?
- Okay.
- I love you, honey.
I love you, too.
So now you get a hug and I don't?
What's that about?
I used to get all the hugs.
I used to get every single hug
till you showed up.
Hurts my feelings.
Great job.
- I like that.
- Thank you.
- Let me help you.
- Thank you.
You're looking good out there
today. I think you're ready.
- Thank you. It felt good.
- Well, I'm glad you're trying out.
We really could have
used you last season.
Yeah, well,
it's good to be back.
All right, well,
see you at tryouts.
Yeah.
Hey, Tommy.
Hey, you ready to go?
Gibby, come here.
Hey, I was gonna walk you home.
Okay, well, I don't need your help.
No, thanks.
Hey, you're not mad about Alicia
kissing me, right? It was nothing.
Well, it looked
like something to me. Okay?
Why did Tommy kiss Alicia?
Well, if he wants her,
he can have her.
Who needs a boyfriend
when I have you?
Katie, hurry and get ready.
We have to leave.
Yeah, just a minute, Dad.
First, I'll introduce you
to people in wardrobe.
Her name is Mary.
I've known her for years.
She knows all about you.
Seen your gymnastics photos...
Frank?
- Yes?
- How does the kitchen look?
Do you like either of these
for Gibby?
The kitchen looks wonderful and
I've already preapproved the hats.
Having said that,
Vanessa's probably going to hate
everything, so...
Frank.
How am I suppose
to direct an ape?
I've directed many Neanderthals
before, but never an ape.
She's a monkey.
So you're our little star.
Really?
Really. Honey, why
don't you go with Mary?
She'll get you to the wardrobe.
Yeah. Okay, Dad.
Gibby is a natural.
You're gonna love her. Trust me.
Do something.
Why?
Why?
Here you go, Mr. Thompson.
All ready.
Thank you.
Are you ready?
You know, we haven't
exactly rehearsed this.
It's okay. Just let Gibby
be herself. It'll be fine.
You better not monkey this up
or you'll never work
in this town again.
Or I may never work
in this town again.
Put the little ape on the stool.
- Okay.
- Go.
Positions, please.
All right, let's get ready
to shoot this hot mess.
It's gonna be fine.
All right. All right.
Yeah, all right, okay.
I'm gonna need your attention
over here.
Over here. Right toward me.
There we go now.
All right, now let's get...
And action.
All right, little ape, stir.
Very good, little ape.
Stir, stir.
Keep stirring.
Keep stirring.
One more second.
Stir, little ape.
One more and cut.
All right, all right.
So we'll put a caption over her.
"So easy, any ape can do it."
Got it?
End of commercial. Good night.
It's been a pleasure.
It's been a pleasure.
She's a monkey.
My car better be ready.
I can't thank you both enough
for today, honey.
I'm very happy
with how that turned out.
Gibby makes everything better.
I'm gonna go put her to bed, and
then I'm gonna go to bed, too.
Okay?
- Say good night before you do.
- Okay.
Yeah, come on.
It's time to go to bed, okay?
Come on.
You know, I really
wanna win tomorrow.
And not just to beat Alicia.
You inspire me to do my best.
Good night.
Hey. See you in the morning,
okay?
Good night.
Hey, honey.
What was that for?
That's for letting me
take care of Gibby.
I'm not doing anything.
You're doing all the work.
Just the same...
I know I haven't been the best
daughter since Mom died.
Honey, I know it hasn't
been easy for you.
I know it.
- I miss her every day.
- Honey.
I miss her, too, baby.
Every single day I miss her.
You okay?
You know, one thing that
Gibby taught me...
is that life is for living,
and not to waste it.
I promise I'll do my best
to make you proud of me.
I just wish Mom could be there.
Honey, I'm already proud.
Your mother is, too.
I know that.
And we'll both be there
at the game with you.
You have my word.
Which reminds me.
Your mother was saving this
for your birthday.
But my birthday
isn't for another month.
I think we both need
a little Mom right now.
What is it?
It's something special
she wanted you to have.
Open it.
It's beautiful.
It's also a locket.
What's the key to?
Your mother always said
it was a key to happiness and...
I think I believe her.
I'll keep it with me forever.
- I love you, honey.
- I love you, too.
Now get outta here.
You gotta get some sleep.
You got a big day tomorrow.
Okay. Good night, Dad.
I just don't understand why
we had to wake up early
for the competition.
I wanted to sleep in.
Wait, this is Katie's house.
Alicia, what are we doing here?
I want to make sure I win.
Katie isn't gonna beat you.
I don't just want to beat her.
I want to crush her.
Just wait here.
Don't you think
she's getting carried away?
Why is she sneaking
into Katie's house?
Well, probably to tell her
good luck.
Probably not.
Nyah.
Stupid monkey.
So how's your dismount coming?
Pretty good.
Well, except for the
landing part.
- Where were you?
- Yeah, what were you doing?
Just taking care
of some monkey business.
Fun.
Wait, what?
It's 9:30 already?
So the day is finally here.
I'm really looking forward to
seeing her compete again. I am.
Dad!
Why didn't you wake me up?
- You said 9:30.
- I said I have to leave by 9:30.
What are you doing here?
I promised to watch Gibby
during the competition.
I told you
I don't need your help.
Okay.
Gibby?
Gibby?
Where are you?
Katie, what you saw yesterday
was all Alicia.
Not now.
I can't even find Gibby.
How'd that window get open?
No.
- Gibby?
- She's probably nearby.
I promised Ms. Martin
that I'd take good care of her.
Don't worry. We'll find her.
- Gibby!
- There's no sign of her.
But where could she have gone?
She might be in like
a tree or something.
Well, I gotta go tell my dad.
Hey, Dad.
Did you leave
the shed window open?
- No, of course not. Why?
- Gibby's gone.
She probably didn't go far.
We just don't know
what direction she went.
Okay, call Cindy and Diane
on the phone right now.
Go upstairs and change
out of those clothes.
Help me in the garage to make
sure you didn't miss anything.
Meet us out back.
- Cindy. I need your help.
- Yeah? Is something wrong?
Hey, did you find her?
No, I can't find her.
Well, where'd she go?
I don't know.
Hey, guys.
What do you need us to do?
Tommy and I will go
down the street that way.
Can you go that way?
Yes. We'll let you know
if we see her.
Okay, perfect.
- Hey, any luck finding Gibby?
- No, we haven't found her yet.
Can you stay here at the house and
call us if you find her, okay?
- Yeah, sure, honey.
- Okay. Thank you.
Hey!
Hey. Billy, you still have
a camera on your helicopter?
Yeah, see for yourself.
Can you do me a huge favor?
Can you fly over Sycamore?
Gibby's missing.
We're just trying to spot her.
- Sure thing, Mr. Thompson.
- Appreciate it.
What the heck's goin' on?
What?!
Hey!
Scram!
What's wrong?
There is an ape in the window!
Well, he was right there!
An ape? Like a chimp?
Well, he was huge.
You're hallucinating again.
I am not making this up!
Why do you always think I'm
making things up? I am not crazy!
It's almost out of range.
Okay, just one.
If you could make a left on
Euclid, that'd be great.
Stop right,
Can you back up a little bit
to the right?
Freeze right there.
Okay.
That's her.
- Thank you, buddy.
- You're welcome.
Hey, excuse me. Have you seen
a monkey around here?
No, but there's a
rat back there.
Yeah, Dad?
Okay, I'm on it.
- Did they find her?
- Yeah, come on.
She's gotta be close.
You like that?
Look, Momma, a gorilla.
There aren't any gorillas
around here.
Yes, there is. Right there.
Gorilla! Gorilla!
That has to be her.
Stop! She won't hurt anyone!
- No!
- Gibby, are you okay?
Gibby, please be okay.
Gibby.
Dear God...
Please don't let Gibby die.
Please don't take her from me...
not again.
It's my fault, not hers. Please.
Gibby.
Gibby.
She's a cute little monkey.
She's a wild animal.
Don't get too close.
I'm very sorry, Ms. Miller,
but you didn't have to do that.
She wouldn't have hurt anyone.
Why don't you just take that
thing and get outta here?
Come on. Let's go.
And if I see that gorilla again,
I will call animal control.
That was close.
All right, we need to hurry so
you don't miss your competition.
It's too late.
You're not a quitter.
We can make it.
Okay. Come on, Gibby.
Hey, what happened?
I'll explain later.
Please just take her.
I have to go get changed.
We're running late. I'll grab the
car, and I'll meet you around front.
Call Cindy, tell her
that we found Gibby,
and we'll meet her at
the competition.
Sure, but I don't
have her number.
Okay, here.
Is this my picture
from the burger joint?
Come on, the competition's
almost started.
Okay, here, take this.
Why don't you hop out here?
I'll meet you inside.
- Okay, thanks, Dad.
- Yep.
Okay, you're checked in.
Hi, I'm Katie Thompson.
I'm checking in.
A bit late. Your competition's
already started.
You've got 15 minutes
until you're on.
They shouldn't be allowed
to bring that monkey in here.
Please, sir.
She's my inspiration.
Well, we allow dogs, so why not?
The ape can stay.
Really? How can you let
a monkey in here?
Well, they let you in here,
didn't they?
Our next
competitor, Alicia Ramsey!
Aren't you up next?
You made it just in time.
I'm so sorry I made
you guys late.
Don't sweat it. I did just fine.
A 9.2, my best ever!
Congratulations.
You better get ready. You don't
have much time to warm up.
Well, Gibby and I better go find
a good place to sit down.
Okay. Wait. Hey, Tommy.
I'm sorry about the way I acted.
I just wanted to say thank you
for all your help.
You're most welcome.
I know, right?
Alicia Ramsey takes the lead
with a 9.6.
9.6. Looks like it's over.
It's not over
until I say it's over.
Hi, excuse me.
Did she make it in time?
Yeah, she's up next.
- I hope she had time to warm up.
- Yeah.
Next up is Katie Thompson.
Okay, Katie, so just like you've
done a thousand times before.
- Okay?
- Okay, I'm just nervous.
I haven't competed in a while.
Think of your monkey.
Okay? Be your monkey.
Okay.
Okay? Now, give me five.
Okay, go get 'em.
This is for you, Mom.
Thatta girl, honey!
What are you doing here?
And what are you doing in there?
What just happened?
Gibby stopped Alicia
from disrupting your routine.
I've got it all right here.
Well, thank you, Gibby.
- Good job.
- That was great.
Thanks.
It felt really good.
- I saw what you did, Alicia.
- Me?
I was pushed
in the pit by that monkey.
After you tried
to disrupt Katie's routine.
Consider yourself off the team.
But, Coach, it was that monkey.
- Way to stick it.
- Thank you.
It looks like you might
be our new team captain.
Ladies. So I kicked Alicia off the
team for unsportsmanlike behavior.
But she's really good,
and we need her.
I know. Well, you're the new
captain, so you decide.
And the winners in the 13-
to 15-year-old girls bracket.
In third place, Cindy Kingsley.
Congratulations.
Second place, Alicia Ramsey.
Congratulations.
And our champion
and new captain...
Katie Thompson!
Congratulations.
- I'm so proud of you.
- Thank you.
- Hey. Thank you.
- Hey.
- Congratulations, honey.
- Thanks.
Can you hold her for a second?
Hey. I heard what Coach did.
That should make you happy.
Actually, it doesn't.
The team needs you.
Well, it'll have to get
by without me.
As team captain, Coach
said that it was my decision...
and I want you on the team.
Really?
Really.
Thank you. I didn't know
what I was going to tell my mom.
Here, come on. Let's go.
I can't believe Gibby did that.
I know. I owe it all to her.
I owe it all to Gibby
for giving me my daughter back.
And I thank her for giving me
my old friend back.
Why don't you guys wait here?
I'll go grab the car.
So I'm just a friend?
More than a friend.
Like...
girlfriend?
Something like that.