[s1e28] Space Race May 2026

" Space Race " (Season 1, Episode 28) is a standout episode of Steven Universe that shifts from a fun DIY project into a heavy, emotional exploration of Pearl’s grief and her intense longing for her lost home.

Fans often praise the episode for its tonal shift and character development: [S1E28] Space Race

“Pearl is a certifiable engineering genius... but that doesn't mean a spaceship made from parts found in an old barn is going to last long enough to even escape Earth's atmosphere.” TV Tropes " Space Race " (Season 1, Episode 28)