Archer Season 13 - Episode 7 (Tested & Working)

The custody battle reaches a swift conclusion when A.J. makes her own feelings known, leading to a long-awaited emotional breakthrough for Archer.

gave the episode a C+ , suggesting that while it successfully cleans up subplots, it occasionally bogs down in the same "loose ends" Archer warns his team about. Archer Season 13 - Episode 7

Critics and fans alike have noted that while the episode feels like a "collection of loose ends," it succeeds through its nostalgic callbacks and character growth. The custody battle reaches a swift conclusion when A

The episode's primary narrative drive is Lana’s final custody hearing for her daughter, A.J., against her ex-husband, Robert. Archer devises a "brilliant" plan to get Lana to the courthouse unnoticed by the FBI and NSA, though his refusal to strictly follow his own professional protocols leads to the expected mayhem. Key plot developments include: Critics and fans alike have noted that while