Ep 9. The Imaginary Friend

Jim's got a problem on his hands in season 3 episode 9 of According to Jim titled "The Imaginary Friend." His daughter, Gracie, has an imaginary friend named Simon. At first, Jim is convinced that this is just a phase that Gracie will quickly outgrow. However, as time goes on, Jim becomes increasingly worried about Gracie's relationship with Simon.

Jim begins to suspect that there is something more sinister going on. He becomes convinced that Simon is not just a product of Gracie's imagination, but a malevolent force that is trying to manipulate her. In an effort to protect his daughter, Jim tries to get rid of Simon by any means necessary. He enlists the help of his wife, Cheryl, and his friend, Andy, in his efforts to banish Simon from their house and their lives.

As Jim's obsession with Simon grows, his behavior becomes increasingly erratic. He begins to behave strangely and becomes paranoid about the imaginary friend's influence on Gracie. Jim's erratic behavior begins to cause tension in his marriage, and Cheryl becomes increasingly concerned about his mental state.

Despite the stress that the situation is causing, Jim is determined to protect his daughter from what he sees as a malevolent presence. He becomes more and more convinced that Simon is a real entity, capable of causing harm to Gracie and the rest of their family.

The situation comes to a head when Jim attempts a drastic solution to banish Simon from their home. His actions cause a rift between himself and Cheryl that threatens to tear their family apart. In the end, Jim realizes that his obsession with Simon was unfounded, and that his daughter's imaginary friend was harmless all along.

"The Imaginary Friend" is a tense and emotional episode that explores the lengths to which a parent will go to protect their child. It is a testament to the strength of familial love, even in the face of seemingly irrational fears and anxieties. Jim's journey through this episode is a cautionary tale about the dangers of obsession and paranoia, and a reminder that sometimes the greatest threats are the ones that we create for ourselves.