Frequently Asked Questions About the Infamous Nick and Jess Kiss Episode

Question 1

1. What season/episode is the Nick and Jess kiss?

Accepted Answer

The iconic kiss happens in Season 2 Episode 15 "Cooler". After numerous hints at their chemistry throughout the series up to this point, viewers were eagerly waiting for something to happen between these two!

Question 2

2. Was the kiss improvised or scripted?

Accepted Answer

Contrary to popular belief, the infamous kiss wasn't actually fully scripted. According to showrunner Liz Meriwether, only part of it was written into the script - specifically when they pull away from each other mid-kiss before going back in for more.

Question 3

3. Did Nick and Jess stay together after that?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The kiss marked a turning point for their relationship, leading them down a rocky road full of ups and downs but ultimately cementing them as one of TV's favorite will-they-won't-they couples.

Question 4

4. How did Winston react to seeing his roommates kissing?

Accepted Answer

Initially taken aback by what he saw through binoculars (!), Winston quickly became Team Nick & Jess... until he later realized that all budding romances bring change, including changes that affect him personally - like moving out so his friends could finally have privacy!

Question 5

5. Why was "Cooler" such an important episode for New Girl fans?

Accepted Answer

"Cooler" hit different because it felt refreshing that instead of teasing fans with Nick and Jess, it finally felt like the show was going to explore their romantic tension in an actual way. It also set up some momentum for New Girl's characters, who would now be facing a plethora of problems as they navigated this new territory.