♪ Hey, hey! ♪
♪ La la la la la ♪
♪ Hey, hey! ♪
♪ La la la la la ♪
♪ Chasing dreams And making it happen ♪
♪ We can be anything We imagine ♪
♪ In harmony, it's clicking Like magic ♪
♪ It takes two! ♪
♪ When we're together ♪
♪ Double trouble Rocking in stereo ♪
♪ Better buckle up, baby Here we go ♪
♪ You and me ♪
♪ It's lights Camera action ♪
♪ It takes two! ♪
♪ When we're together ♪
♪ It takes two! ♪
[instrumental music playing]
[holding a long note] ♪ Ahhhhhh ♪
[man] Thank you, that will be all.
Acceptance notifications for the Handler Arts Academy
fall semester will be made by phone today at 3:00 PM.
Um, excuse me!
We just want to make extra sure
that you've got two Barbie Roberts on your list.
Cause we're both named Barbie Roberts,
which is kind of confusing, so we came up with nicknames.
I'm Brooklyn, she's Malibu.
-'Cause that's where we're from. -I mean, what are the odds
that two people who share the same name
would bump into each other at the summer program?
Literally, Brooklyn took a nosedive right off the stage.
-I felt so bad. -It wasn't your fault.
It seriously wasn't.
But Malibu thought it was and went home,
so then I had to go all the way to California to get her back.
Which was so sweet. Anyway, we totally became best friends.
And performed together at the final spotlight showcase in Time Square.
Did you see it? You probably saw it. It was amazing!
So we're both really hoping we can stay here full time.
And make our musical dreams come true.
Notifications are at 3:00.
Auditions are the worst.
It's all about the practice and preparation.
The rest is out of your hands.
They didn't seem to like our backstory at all.
You don't think they'll take points off for that, do you?
Don't sweat it. Everybody's a critic.
[Malibu] What about sending a muffin basket?
-Bad idea. -Right.
Someone could have a nut allergy.
What about balloons?
Ever heard of the saying, "less is more"?
Whoever said that clearly didn't appreciate
the power of a good shoe.
[gasps] I know!
A fruit bouquet!
Malibu. We can't send a gift to the selection committee.
It's against the rules.
Please. Who doesn't love a pineapple sunflower?
Remind me why we're packing?
I mean, why would they move us to a different room?
Uh, well, for starters, your parents are already on their way here
to move you back home and have no idea what's going on.
Neither do yours!
Everybody knows you can't jinx an audition by talking about it.
And we've got to be out of the dorm room tomorrow,
if we don't make the cut.
[gasps]
Do you seriously think they'll say no?
"Thanks, but no thanks?" "Nice try, see you later?"
Then what?
We're supposed to act like this summer never happened,
go our separate ways?
Never see each other again?
Dearest Brooklyn,
it's been years since our show stopping duet
in Time Square.
Yet, it still holds a fond place in my heart.
My beloved friend Malibu,
memories of the friendship we shared
are what sustained me in my times of loneliness.
[sighs]
And what about all of our plans?
Our hopes?
Our dreams!
We can't just give them up!
Dear Brooklyn, big news!
Just got a new gig, and getting rave reviews.
[gasp]
Bravo girl!
Guess we're both doing great.
Got cast in a new role and my classical dance training
is wowing the critics.
-Whah! -[clatters]
No. We are not doing this.
No more negative thinking.
Right, we're gonna get in together,
because we're us!
Starting right now, this room is a no drama zone.
How can you guys look so calm at a time like this!
Our entire future is being decided at this very moment.
Let's just start saying our goodbyes right now,
get the tears over with
so I can quietly slink into the sunset.
Did you just say slink?
[barking]
Rafa, sunset isn't for hours.
And notifications aren't until 3:00.
It's only...
[all scream]
[cell alarm ringing]
[all] Gato! Shh!
Hello?
Uh-huh?
OK, right.
Thank you.
[excited] Ahh!
We got in!
Gotta call my folks!
-You can't! -No way!
Don't let her!
Sorry, sweetheart,
but you'll be out on your own soon enough.
Too soon!
That's why we want you home for high school,
so we can all be together, as a family.
Ooh! Great news, Honey!
We're so proud of you.
But the dorms' a deal breaker.
But you saw us perform!
Brooklyn and I are an amazing duo.
We've got so many dreams and we're just getting started.
We understand, Barbie,
but you'll have plenty of time for a music career later.
After high school.
But I'm already here, rooming with Malibu.
It's the perfect set up.
Barbie, living in the dorms for a few weeks over the summer
was one thing,
Malibu is from out of town.
But you already have a perfectly good place to live in the city.
It's called your room.
[both] But!
[all] We're sorry, Honey, our answer is final.
We'll see you for dinner.
Alright, ladies!
Who's up for some truly epic celebrating?
Let me see a show of hands!
Why no hands?
Umm.
We've got a problem.
Major problem.
My parents said no to the dorm.
Mine said no to everything.
I mean, yeah, I know I sprung it on them at the last second,
'cause of the whole jinx thing, which is totally real.
But now they expect us to just break up?
We can't! We're a team.
Then what?
Forget our dreams like they never even mattered?
-[Rafa] Ahh! -[whimpers]
I've got you. You're safe now.
Theres gotta be something we can do.
[barking]
[sighs]
When my parents say no, it's a no.
Who am I talking to right now?
'Cause it's sure not the Barbie Malibu Roberts I know.
She never gives up.
Like, ever.
Even when it makes no sense.
Even when she's out of her mind, like a rabid squirrel.
[growling]
This is our future.
Are you really gonna go down without a fight?
No.
I am not.
-[barking] -OK.
My parents, your parents.
How do we change their no's into a yes?
Presentation of pros and cons.
May I direct your attention to chart A, section B, paragraph two.
[snoring]
Too dull.
Lock them in your family's camper
for the entire school year?
[door locks]
Probably against the law. Strike that.
Definitely against the law.
Hmmm.
We find my parents jobs in New York City,
so they move here and live happily ever after.
Not practical. Or possible.
[sighs]
But New York is the greatest city in the world.
Give it up for NYC! Woo-woo!
Greatest?
I mean, it's a cool place but Malibu's got...
Yeah, yeah, yeah. Beaches, sunshine, kale.
I know.
But if we can make your mom and dad fall in love with this city.
[gasps]
And prove to them that it's like no place else in the world,
then maybe they'll let me stay.
And if we can convince my parents to let us live together
at our house...
Problem solved.
We'll start tonight when your family comes for dinner.
And if nothing works, we lock 'em in the camper!
What? There's gotta be a loophole!
George, Margaret, great to see you again.
And actually hear you.
Very true, Simone.
With all that cheering in Time Square,
having an actual conversation
with you and Kel was impossible.
Ready for "Operation Roomies"?
Let's do it!
[music playing]
[both] Woah!
Kitty cat!
Skipper, look!
Chelsea, Stacie! Be gentle!
[both] Aww!
[laughs]
Her name is Etta, she's very shy.
[both] Woah!
Ah!
Phew.
That looks good!
Thank you, ladies.
Barbie, I mean, Malibu made the snacks.
I'm still getting used to those nicknames.
Same here.
It sure was great to have help in the kitchen.
Anytime, really. Anytime at all.
It's great having so many people around.
It's usually so quiet here. Too quiet.
Food!
We just had dinner.
These are our godchildren. Jackson and Jayla. They live next door.
[mouthful] Hi!
Ignore him. He's gross.
Our dads are watching a boring movie
and said to come bug you instead!
They also said you'll probably want to have
a little "chat" with them later.
Sorry about all the commotion.
We're used to it at our house.
You're so lucky.
Sometimes I wish I had a bigger family.
I distinctly remember you saying you loved being an only child.
[laughs nervously]
When did I say that?
Last night, when we came over for charades night.
Right after you told us to get lost,
cause there's no such thing as charades night?
I don't think I said that.
[on phone] Get lost, there's no such thing as charades night.
Ugh. I'm so glad I'm an only child.
Oh, that's OK, let us!
Isn't that thoughtful of her, Mom?
It's like she's not even a guest.
And, I take up no space at all.
We all set for tomorrow?
Got the whole day planned.
Let me grab my phone and show you.
[Skipper] You're trying to make the grownups
change their mind about school.
-We weren't born yesterday. -Totally.
Guys, this is way bigger than school.
It's my dream.
What if we don't like that dream?
Like the one where I was a giant ball of cotton candy.
Stacie was a clown and she ate me!
[shudders]
Barbie, we've been together our whole lives
and now you want to change that?
We're sisters and I love you.
Nothing will ever change that.
But Brooklyn and I,
we're building something special right now.
Please tell me you understand?
Only if I have to.
Fool proof itinerary.
Operation "We Heart New York" is a go.
Then, the top of the Empire State Building
where you can see the whole city for miles.
And the majestic Statue of Liberty.
That is quite a schedule.
Dad, it's the Big Apple.
You've gotta take a huge bite!
[instrumental music playing]
[shutter snaps]
[music continues]
[chitters]
[music continues]
Ahh!!
[music continues]
-[tires screech] -[announcer beeps]
[announcement] Ladies and gentlemen,
we're experiencing a delay on the track.
Should clear in about... two hours.
[passengers groan]
[instrumental music playing]
[barking]
[horse whinnies]
[music continues]
[both screaming]
[boat horn blaring]
[announcer] Ladies and gentlemen,
we're having mechanical difficulties.
Repairs should take about two hours.
[hissing]
So, greatest city in the world, am I right?
Didn't you just love it?
All I know is that the sooner we get back to California,
the better.
Our squirrels aren't rude.
And I'll take traffic over the subway any day of the week.
Honey, we're gonna get the camper.
Time to pack up
and get this family back home where it belongs.
Our squirrels aren't rude, they're go-getters.
That's just a fact!
Got your text! What's up?
[sighs]
They hated our squirrels.
[barking]
Focus, B.
We've got to find a new way
to show them how important this is to us.
[gasps] That's it!
[Brooklyn] What's it?
We put on a show!
Make it about how much staying together means.
How we can't imagine not being us anymore.
Ooh. That's deep, girl.
But writing and rehearsing takes time. Which we don't have.
You know, when I was just a nanito...
-Here it comes... -...Me Abuela used to tell me life is beautiful,
but it will not be easy.
One day, trouble will arrive at your door,
and when it does, there is solamente,
one thing to do.
Stall! For as long as you can.
That's what your grandmother used to say?
The translation might be a little iffy,
but yeah, pretty mucho.
My sisters can help.
Call your parents, we'll keep 'em busy with mine.
"Operation Stall" is a go.
If it was good enough for your Abuela,
it's good enough for us.
[instrumental music playing]
[no audible dialogue]
[music continues]
[clatter]
[music continues]
[all exhale]
I think we're ready.
Honestly, how can two girls have so much stuff?
And why is everybody on break?
Since we're doing all the work, would somebody like to explain?
Yes, we would.
So, if you guys could just follow us to your seats...
It's show time!
[instrumental music playing]
Coming here was a dream come true.
But we had no idea it would be the start
of a brand new destiny.
Oh, look, it's the girls who brought down the house
in Time Square!
Sign my shirt!
-Me too! -Oh, can I get a selfie?
You are too kind!
But we didn't do it for the fame,
or the attention.
We perform because we love it.
Because we believe in ourselves.
Our only wish is that we can keep making music.
Keep making new dreams come true
and do it together.
[both] Because we can't imagine life any other way.
[instrumental music playing]
♪ Please let us stay ♪
♪ It's just the start Of our adventure ♪
♪ There's no way we'll let You down if we're together ♪
♪ Oh, no There's no going back ♪
♪ After us After us ♪
♪ Who's got harmony Like that? ♪
♪ Answer us Answer us ♪
♪ We'll never Be the same ♪
♪ Since we became Best friends ♪
♪ Yeah, you know There's no going back ♪
♪ Oh oh oh ♪
♪ After us ♪
[clapping]
-So? -What do you think?
Well, I think you've been running
your parents ragged all afternoon.
And making plans behind our back.
Which is not the way we do things in our family.
Ours either.
Now, Barbie, we know you're growing up
and want to make your own choices,
but we'll never stop worrying or trying to protect you.
It's our job. Which we love.
But knowing when to step back isn't easy.
And even though you might not understand why,
sometimes parents have to say no.
But sometimes, they get to say yes.
Especially when they've done the kind of outstanding job we have.
-The best. -No question.
-Nice work. -[gasps]
You mean it? I can stay?
How could we break up such a talented team?
And Malibu can live with us?
Well, she does make a mean appetizer.
Our home is Barbie's home. I mean, Malibu's home.
I may never get the hang of this.
[squeals of delight]
Just a few conditions, young lady.
You call us, every day.
And not to mention, come home for vacations and holidays.
And Barbie, I mean, Brooklyn, is always welcome.
I see what you mean.
[squeals of delight]
[both] Yes, yes, yes!
[George] Now, I hate to break up the celebration,
but it's time for the California Roberts to hit the road!
The camper's been stolen!
More like towed, George.
There's no parking after 6:00.
And the impound lot will be closed till morning.
[both] Sleepover at our house!
[laughing]
[closing theme music playing]