Bridget & Eamon Season 1 Episode 2 The Divorce Referendum
- TV-14
- February 8, 2016
- 23 min
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7.6 (22)
Bridget & Eamon season 1 episode 2, titled "The Divorce Referendum," follows the hilarious adventures of the titular couple as they navigate the political landscape of Ireland in the 1980s. Bridget and Eamon are staunchly opposed to divorce, and with a referendum on the horizon, they are determined to do everything they can to save their country from the seemingly imminent destruction that would surely follow if divorce were to be legalized.
The episode opens with Bridget and Eamon sitting in their living room, glued to the television, as news of the upcoming referendum spreads throughout Ireland. Bridget is beside herself with worry, convinced that the country is on the brink of disaster, while Eamon tries to reassure her that everything will be okay. But when their neighbor, Mrs. Brown, shows up to announce that she's planning to vote "yes" to divorce, it's clear that Bridget's nerves are not going to calm down anytime soon.
Determined to sway Mrs. Brown's vote, Bridget decides to host a dinner party to discuss the issue of divorce with their neighbors. But things quickly spiral out of control when Bridget's attempts to win over their guests with good food and charm backfire, and the night devolves into a riotous and raucous affair.
As the days tick down to the referendum, Bridget and Eamon become increasingly desperate to keep divorce from being legalized. They turn to every trick in the book, from staging a fake tragedy in their community to paying off voters to change their minds. But no matter what they do, it seems that divorce is inevitable, and Bridget and Eamon are left to face a new reality in Ireland.
With its sharp wit and irreverent humor, "The Divorce Referendum" is a hilarious and poignant exploration of the cultural and social mores of 1980s Ireland. Filled with memorable characters and uproarious antics, this episode is a must-see for fans of Bridget & Eamon and anyone looking for a rollicking good time.