Better With You Season 1 Episode 1 Pilot
- September 22, 2010
- 5 min
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6.4 (78)
In the first episode of Better With You, titled "Pilot," we are introduced to three different couples, each at different stages in their relationships. First, we meet Mia and Casey, who have been dating for nine years and have just moved in together. Mia is worried about when Casey will propose to her, while Casey is content with their current arrangement.
Next, we meet Mia's younger sister, Maddie, who is a successful career woman and staunchly opposes the concept of marriage. She is dating a man named Ben, who she insists is just a "friend with benefits," despite their obvious chemistry.
Lastly, we meet Mia and Maddie's parents, Vicky and Joel, who have been happily married for over 35 years. Vicky is insistent that Mia and Casey get married, while Joel tries to take a more lax approach.
Over the course of the episode, we see each couple navigate their respective relationship dynamics and learn more about their individual personalities. Mia and Casey struggle to communicate about marriage, with Mia feeling frustrated that Casey hasn't proposed yet and Casey feeling pressured to do so. Maddie and Ben's relationship takes an unexpected turn when Maddie discovers Ben has been cast in a leading role in a play, causing her to question whether they are truly "just friends with benefits." And Vicky and Joel try to offer advice to their daughters while also dealing with their own issues, including Joel's recently purchased motorcycle.
Throughout the episode, the themes of love, marriage, and the various ways in which people approach relationships are explored in a humorous and engaging way. The ensemble cast is talented and likable, with standout performances from Joanna Garcia-Swisher as Mia and Jennifer Finnigan as Maddie. The writing is sharp and witty, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments.
Overall, "Pilot" sets up an interesting premise for the series and introduces us to a cast of characters we can't help but root for. It will be interesting to see how each of the couples' relationships evolve over the course of the season.