: A memorable scene features Dan and Serena being accosted in Central Park by a trio of young girls who resemble mini versions of Serena and Blair. Fans often cite this as one of the show's "creepier" yet funniest moments.
: Featured locations include the Metropolitan Museum of Art Steps , the Ralph Lauren store , and the Mercer Hotel in SoHo.
: Nate is caught between his feelings for Vanessa and his complex, secret relationship with the older, married Catherine. Interesting Trivia & Highlights Gossip Girl - Season 2Eps3
: Dan and Serena are trapped in an elevator together during the blackout. This forced proximity leads to a deep dive into the trust issues they faced in their junior year.
: Jenny Humphrey nearly loses her prestigious internship when Eleanor Waldorf catches her criticizing one of Eleanor's designs. : A memorable scene features Dan and Serena
: The episode title is a play on the 2008 Batman film, The Dark Knight , which was released the same year.
In the original series, is titled " The Dark Night ". This episode is iconic for its citywide blackout setting, which forces the characters to confront their relationship issues in the dark. Key Plot Features : Nate is caught between his feelings for
: Penn Badgley (Dan) and Blake Lively (Serena) were actually dating during the filming of this season, though they kept their eventually quiet breakup a secret from the cast for months to avoid awkwardness. Reboot Comparison Gossip Girl Season 2 Episode 3 Review: Great Reputations