Michael: insensitivity to Tracy's death - Previously, On Arrested Development : NPR

Previously, On Arrested Development

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10 episodes feature this joke:

Season 1

Season 2

3: ¡Amigos!
5: Sad Sack
6: Afternoon Delight
11: Out on a Limb

Michael rejects Barry's high five after Barry forgets about his wife's death.

Season 3

Season 4

4: The B. Team

Ron Howard: "I think it's a lot more fun if we see her die." Michael: "That would be fun."

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