6:53 the poster behind Eric SEX, ED? 7:04 back to normal

Eric should have ended up having a family, he's repeatedly proven that he was good with and loved kids and that that was something he wanted in the future. He should have had a family

Him giving Tommy to the family in California is the most mature decision that was ever taken by a single person in all the show

The arc with Eric and Tommy actually broke my heart. You could tell how deeply Eric cared for Tommy and how willing he was to adopt him. But it was super mature of him to force himself to let Tommy go for the sake of Tommy’s happiness.

Eric should have worked as a social worker. He is really good at helping children. He cares a lot. You can tell he has a big heart.

How I saw Eric as a kid: "Ha Ha he's an idiot it's so funny." How I see Eric as an adult: I want to give him a hug and tell him things will be okay.

You missed one of the best compliments Mr. Feeny gives Eric. Eric wrote a manifesto that reads "lose one friend, lose all friends, lose yourself" and Mr. Feeny upon hearing this replies with "You were always my most interesting student"

Eric was proof that you didn't need brains to be someone valuable, you just had to have a good heart.

Eric and Feeney were the absolute BEST characters in this show. They were so developed and character driven. Their relationship and Individual progression as characters were unmatched

Will Friedle is such an underrated actor. I was hyped when Tommy came back in Girl Meets World to stick up for Eric so that he could win the election.

Growing up we all wanted to be Cory. Now that we're older, we realize how much Eric was the one we idolized the most.

The early seasons Eric Matthews had this wisdom to him that I absolutely loved and wish would of stuck around more.

I find it so sad that they built up Eric’s character to be this funny guy who’s good with people, sensitive, bright (but still has to work hard to get passing grades), lazy and generally a relatable character. They talk so much about his potential and he gets to prove that he is able to work hard and get into college to create a life for himself. However, once he finally gets into college, it’s like they forgot all of that. While I do like Eric’s humorous side in the latter seasons, I find it a shame that it came at such a cost to his overall character. He had such potential to be a funny, relatable character just trying to get through college and prove his worth while still being the ‘clown’ and looking for ladies. I feel like the writers didn’t do him the justice his character deserved, they just turned him into the butt of the joke any time there was tension with the drama and romance stories. Sorry for the rant

I love how feeny defends them like his own kids

they don't make shows like this anymore. i wish they did. this was a amazing show

I was surprised that they didn't go back to the whole Eric wanting to be a weatherman arc in the later seasons. He was VERY good at it. Throughout the series they showed certain things Eric excelled at. Weather, Art, working with kids, even teaching at one point, but then they just totally threw out the possible careers from those story lines for the sake of comedy. It felt like wasted potential imo. Eric Matthews went through so many struggles and obstacles throughout the entire series only for it to be thrown away at the end for a few laughs.

“I don’t like myself now” hit me so hard. Basically how I feel 24/7. I have no ambition, no drive, and I really wish I did but I just don’t.

I like when Eric speaks serious issues

Also Eric was probably the biggest go-getter in the whole show. He saw a vision and went for it everytime.

If you think about it, this show in later seasons wasn’t about just Corey. It was about Corey, Shawn, and Eric. They were all trying to figure out the world and figure out life. Just from different perspectives. Which is where “BOY meets world” comes into play.

I’ve said this for years- Boy Meets World was THE most important show of my generation. Just the right amount of comedy, shining a light on nearly every single problem most teens eventually encounter, impeccable honesty when it comes to family and household problems, it taught you how you should treat your friends AND your enemies, how to deal with heartbreak, and most of all- it showed us all just how effective and important 1 caring teacher can be if you simply listen to what he/she is teaching. Truly, a 1 in a billion sitcom.

The scene with Mr. Feeney about how everyone is so ready to write off Eric as just a pretty face, including Eric himself, that feeling, of I'm not good enough, I'll just fail, I won't amount to anything, that doesn't just hit close to home for me, that feeling is home.

Eric will always be my favorite character. ♥ Not just because he's very funny but especially because of his serious moments. He's the most relatable of all the BMW characters to me. I give up very easily when something seems difficult to reach. Eric's development helps me realize that it's not about my disability but about fear and laziness. Thank you for making this video, it's amazing.

when eric said "i'm not going anywhere." I cried waterfalls

I love the episode when Eric dates the woman with a child. The woman liked Eric so much that she wanted him to live his life before taking on the responsibilities of raising a child.

The final season did so much damage to Eric as a character that it almost makes you forget one of the most important character arcs a character on a sitcom has ever gone through in seasons 1-5

this is why eric was my favorite. he was the funniest character but he also had the best heart and he was the only one to stick up for the right thing in so many situations. he always tried to do good. he’s such a good character.

I think the beautiful thing about Eric's character development is that he was a sensitive guy, but because of that, had a tendency to fall into what people expected of him to help make them happy, but always fell short, because he was never meant to be what he thought the world wanted him to be. The episode with Jack was the epitome of this: Feeling like he was never good enough to "fit in" the world, even when he tried. It was only when people pointed out the unique goodness in him (like the monkey owner), did he really flourish as a genuine, good person, and only when he discovered to do things for himself did he accel. He shows what it's like to live as a genuine likeable guy, but is often weighed down by the expectations of others and will eventually crack. If there's someone in your like that is like Eric... show them some support and confirm the goodness of who they are as a person, and that will speak volumes to that kind of person... just like it did with Eric.

"I'm trying to quit!" that line was so perfectly set up it kills me every time.

Eric letting go of Tommy is one of the saddest moment ever 😭

I always hated the fact that they made Eric more of a comic relief, in a sense that is, like 70-80% of the time after he graduated High School. Especially in the later seasons in College/Adulthood. Miss shows like this that taught us real lessons.

Eric was hands down the most impactful character in my opinion. His moments stuck with me while the rest of the show blurred through the years.

The security guy episode really hits close to home. Currently I'm working as a security officer and have been doing it for 7 years of my life. When Feeny tells Eric he's somebody who gives up to easily or takes the easy way out that really felt me. I've been told that and have had my job looked down upon by lots of people and family members but maybe it's time for a change in my life also

One of the best underrated shows ever. Hands down. No nostalgia no bull just pure entertainment, enjoyment, knowledge, comedy, characters, age groups, everything. Any generation can watch it and actually "watch it" which is hard for people Nowadays can learn something from this show.

It's crazy, looking back at this show recently the boy meets world title really belonged to Eric. He really went through being manipulated, feeling like no one believes in him so he never believes in himself. He's probably the best character on the show. Most of the time we get in our own way and sadly some of us never grow out of that.

The whole kelley and Eric story was heartbreaking. I really wish she would of returned in girl meets world. Eric had everything going for it

Love Eric. Not only good looking and that's just a bonus, but he's funny, smart, everything. What a guy❤

This show was so great at teaching morals, life, and how to be a genuine human being.

I know having kids isn't for everyone, (not for me lol) but it's kind of a shame a guy who is so good with kids and bonds so easily with them like Eric never had any of his own

I loved this show as a kid. But now that I'm much, much older I cam appreciate these scenes so much more

I always felt bad for Eric. It always felt like he wanted to be accepted or to have respect, but never could get any.

Eric was one of the best characters of all time. He had some stupid moments that were just unnecessary but overall, he was a relatable character who did teach us things.

Eric was the best character on the show before they made him stupid. Those cheap laughs were never worth losing the younger version of Eric.

If all teachers cared about their students as much as Mr. Feeny the world would be a better place.

17:02 this scene is literally like reality and I'm in tears after watched this episode especially this scene. Thank you for sharing with us all scenes with this ❤. Would like to see more from BMW Weekly ❤.

By the end of the series I could believe that Eric could and would become a senator in GMW. He's not the brightest bulb, but he has a good heart and knows what the right thing to do is. He's very wise even if he isn't all that smart.

It's 2023 and I still miss this show like crazy!!!!! I will always Love this show!!!!

Eric really should have been a dad.

Eric was the most capable of the Bmw group besides Topanga. He may not be the most educated but he certainly was the most capable, having multiple jobs, always trying to become better and when he finally gets into college he becomes probably the wisest of the cast because he understands what truly matters in life is the ones you love and i think that is why his character changes into a goofball because he finally gets it, that no matter what challenges come your way who you are to the people that love you is what defines you. Being there for the people that need you to be the person you are, just like his dad was there for him always believing he could do anything he wanted and when he finally gets it and tells his dad that he'll tell his kids what his dad taught him is when Eric realized he is exactly who he wants to be. a great big brother and a really great son and a cool person to be friends with. Eric becoming a senator who wants to change the world for the better makes a lot of sense, he's always been helping and guiding others ultimately defining who he is as a person, even when he thought he wasnt good enough, the people who loved him always seen who he truly is, a good boy trying to do good.

Eric letting go of Tommy will never not make me sob

The adoption episode is one of the best episodes and some of the best acting I’ve seen xx

I always thought it was a shame he never got his own spinoff show. A great character who's actor did a really great job of portraying him.

This video compilation of Eric single handedly proves why Girl Meets World couldn't hold a candle to BMW

Éric was the most loyal guy in the entire show. Never did he not consider the children of the women he dated as not being a part of it. Also Tommy

Alan Matthews deserves to be in the top 5 TV dads!

The years before college, he would have made such a great father. And when he got into college, he was on the path to become possibly the greatest uncle ever. Edit; Compare his dream jobs, to what he ends up as. And how he got that position. 😂

Always been my favorite character on the show and in general!

This show was a pivotal part of my childhood. All time classic.

I’m stuck watching a never ending Boy Meets World character arc playlist. Just sucking the emotions out of me. Shawn Hunters video almost made me cry in the park. Like wtf. They hacked my emotions

I grew up with Boy Meets World. The show helped me get through so much. I felt so connected with Cory growing up. However, as an adult in my 30's and watching the show again. I have learned that I am more like Eric than any other character in this show. Thank you for the lessons and wonderful memories.

The one about Kelly and Eric really got me , I’ve dated someone before my current gf who had 3 boys none of which where mine by blood but I’ll be damned if I didn’t grow to care about them immensely. The relationship didn’t work for her in the long term and what hurt the most is feeling like I had lost 4 parts of my heart not just 1. You always have to be super careful going into any relationship where that new partner has kids because if you lose it you’re loosing so sooo much more than a gf/bf you’re loosing a family.. I don’t regret it for a minute now tho , that was life experience that has now helped shape me into the man I want to be and into a better parental figure as my current gf of going on 2 years has a child too and we’re talking about a life long commitment which makes me the happiest I’ve ever felt and I finally feel like I’m getting what life prepared me for all those years ago but this time it’s forever ❤

I don't know why they changed Eric's character so much. I liked his early years.

Eric is the most relatable character in the show. He was my personal favorite character.

Eric's character was so deep, so funny, so complex, so simple.... So relatable... Super cute & my favorite ❤❤❤

When I watch it now my headcannon is that he’s like Michael Scott during the college years. He recognizes everyone else is going through something and his choice is to pretend to play stupid and maybe he can make them feel better.

I had a teacher like Mr Feeny in 3rd grade I remember the motivational speech she gave me in class one day she told me I never want to hear you say "I CAN'T" because guess what Scotty even though it might take you longer then the other students to get it done no matter what it gets done".

Man, just watching this video makes you appreciate Eric even more and realize how severely they mismanaged his character in the later seasons. Also, being someone who grew up in the 90s, I really miss Boy Meets World.

11:01 "Too late to change who I am" Someone should've told him that he would become one of the best voice actors out there [Batman Beyond, forever!!!]

That whole segment for Eric at 13:58, if communication was this easy, the whole world could be loved.

These moments is why Eric is my favorite on the show

Their are a lot of great life lessons from that tv show, and it’s sad sometimes kids today don’t see that.

Tommy: “I don’t like you anymore.” Eric: “I’m sorry to hear that Tommy.”

&&& this is so deep and speak so many volumes on everyday struggles for people . . .thanks for this upload 😇

The show really should have been about Eric at its core. He had the most interesting story arcs and character growth

My god, I forgot how real this show got. I even teared up over Eric giving up Tommy. 😢

Never realized Nia Vardalos was in Boy Meets World! ❤ Eric’s character arc was stunning.

You know people always say go to College and get a Bachelor's, Master's, or a Ph.D., but they never bring up Trade School

That “because you’re growing up” part, i remember watching that when i was a kid… now im 39 and my son is 12 in 7th grade.. 🥺🥺… damn… sometimes you wish they stayed kids.. 🥹. Love this show. That adaoption episode.. damn.. 😅. We adopted a baby 5 years ago.. i’ve met these kids… man that’s hard. 🥺

The way Feeny stood up for Eric when the lady said she doesn't think Eric is the student type.

They should’ve left Eric like he was in the earlier seasons and add the craziness to it lol book smart but not too bright 😂😂 that would’ve been great

Mr. Feeny is one the nicest and wisest TV characters ever.

Kelly and Eric’s one episode romance was so much more compelling than Cory and Topanga’s, in my opinion. So maturely written and handled. My favourite Eric ship apart from him and Jack!

Whenever Eric had a sad moment I would get sad cause I was so used to him being the happy goofy person he is 😭

Eric may have been goofy, but he had feelings too.

We can never have moments like these nowadays I feel like it’s important to establish these moments

Two scenes to me are Eric trying to protect Cory when he catches Shawn kissing Topanga. Another is Jack losing his dad & Eric throwing a party but offering to go to the cemetery with Jack. Also Eric explaining to Corey about sex & the training wheels. Really one of the top 20 best television characters is Eric Matthews. 😊

Love Eric, he may have been slightly mad but he was always the sweetest guy.

I love Feeny's facial expressions when Eric is doing his lecture in front of the class. I'm a mentor leader for youth and I can relate to him.

Eric was a great character, and watching the scenes with Tommy hits hard

they really did Eric dirty in the later seasons when they made him just a stupid guy, like all of these lessons just disappeared and never happened.

Mr Feeny was on that uncle Phil level he never missed with his teaching / guidance

My sons name is Phoenix, and one of his nicknames is Pheeny. So when we are outside and I want his attention i yell, "Pheeny, PheeeEeeEeEeeeenaay!"

The mom should not have dumped Eric. They should have let that story continue. He was perfect.

"So dad, you're always going to be around" I miss you dad

Its stuff like at 15:30 why I loved this show. THAT is realism in relationships. When one KNOWS that the other is just mailing sh1t in and wants to terminate things because its the right thing to do. Damn. We'll NEVER see ANY kind of dialogue like that again.

man I swear to god the older I get the more I relate to Eric

This show got me a through My Childhood and Early part of my 20s ...the show was already encore.... but i latched on to the emotional ride it provided during many real life lessons I went through. 💯 ❤

You know, all I can say is, Eric is lucky to have a father like Allan 💔

Will is such a good actor. One of my favorite scenes was when he and Cory fought.

Eric has more heart and kindness then any bodies else in the show. He deserves a happy ending. Erick and Shawn deserves way more then what they got in "Girl meet world " by the way I refuse to knowledge that series .