Meredith confronts the doctor in court in the Grey’s Anatomy episode titled “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner.” This episode is the fifth episode of the twelfth season of the show. It was directed by Debbie Allen and written by Mark Driscoll.
In this episode, Meredith opens the door for Callie and Penny, who is a doctor that Meredith blames for the death of her husband, Derek Shepherd. The tension between Meredith and Penny has been building up since Penny joined the hospital as a resident. Meredith has been struggling to come to terms with her husband’s death and seeing Penny brings back all the painful memories.
The episode revolves around a dinner party that Meredith and Callie host, where they invite their friends and colleagues. However, Meredith is not thrilled about having Penny in her house and finds it difficult to hide her anger and resentment. Throughout the dinner, Meredith and Penny exchange tense glances and awkward conversations, with Meredith unable to hide her true feelings towards Penny.
As the episode progresses, the tension between Meredith and Penny reaches its peak when Meredith finally confronts Penny in court. It is during a trial where a young boy, whose mother is suing the hospital, reveals that Penny was the doctor who treated his father and failed to save him. Meredith cannot contain her anger any longer and confronts Penny, blaming her for Derek’s death.
The confrontation in court is an intense and emotional moment, as Meredith pours out her grief and anger towards Penny. It is a pivotal moment in the episode, highlighting the complex emotions and struggles that Meredith has been facing since Derek’s death.
“Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” is a powerful episode that explores grief, forgiveness, and the complexities of human emotions. Meredith’s confrontation with Penny in court adds another layer of intensity to the storyline and showcases the strength and vulnerability of her character.