Ep 1. Pilot

Kirstie season 1 episode 1, Pilot, is the premiere episode of the American television series "Kirstie," which aired on December 4, 2013. The show stars Kirstie Alley, who plays the titular character, a Broadway star called Maddie Banks. The series also features Rhea Perlman as Maddie's assistant, Thelma Katz, and Michael Richards as Maddie's eccentric driver, Frank Baxter.

The episode begins as Maddie Banks is preparing for the opening night of her latest Broadway production. She is being interviewed by a reporter when she receives an unexpected visit from Arlo Barth, a young man who claims to be her son. Maddie is taken aback as she had given up her son for adoption nearly three decades ago. Arlo, who is now all grown up and played by Eric Petersen, is excited to finally meet his birth mother and is eager to form a relationship with her.

As Maddie tries to get to know her son, she must also deal with the fallout from her previous relationship with the show's director, played by John Travolta. The two had broken up years ago, but he is once again in her life due to the Broadway production they are working on together. Maddie has a difficult time dealing with her feelings for him and the fact that he is now married to another woman.

Meanwhile, Thelma is struggling to keep up with Maddie's erratic behavior, which includes buying a miniature horse and insisting on bringing it to the opening night party. Frank, Maddie's driver, tries to keep everyone on schedule despite Maddie's constant changes to the plan.

Throughout the episode, Maddie must juggle her personal life and her professional obligations, including trying to impress a potential investor for her show. The tension builds as the opening night approaches, and Maddie must decide what is most important to her.

The pilot episode of "Kirstie" sets up the main characters and the conflicts that will drive the show. It introduces Maddie as a complex and flawed protagonist, who must navigate her personal relationships while balancing her career. The episode showcases Alley's comedic skill and serves as a reminder of why she became a beloved television icon in the 1990s with her role in "Cheers." The ensemble cast is also strong, with Perlman and Richards providing laughs as Maddie's support system.

Overall, Kirstie season 1 episode 1, Pilot, is a promising start to a series that explores the ups and downs of life in the spotlight. With its mix of humor and drama, the show is sure to entertain viewers looking for a lighthearted escape from everyday life.