Ep 5. Date Night

In Brothers & Sisters season 1 episode 5, titled "Date Night," the Walker clan is feeling the stress of their busy lives catching up to them. Sarah is tired with her full-time job, being a single mom, and planning the upcoming charity event. Kitty is feeling neglectful of her husband and their relationship. Justin is trying to juggle his responsibilities as a soldier and a new father. Kevin is struggling with finding the right balance between work and a personal life. Meanwhile, Nora and her new beau Ed are taking things to the next level and planning their first date.

As the episode progresses, the siblings try to keep up with their busy schedules, but ultimately decide to take a night off and go on a double date together. Sarah brings her new boyfriend Graham, who quickly impresses the family with his knowledge of wine. Kitty brings her husband Robert, who is excited to spend a night out with his wife. Justin and his girlfriend Rebecca are unable to attend due to Justin's military obligations, but they send a message to everyone, signed by their baby girl Elizabeth, expressing their love and wishing everyone a good time.

The siblings start off the night at a fancy restaurant, but things quickly go awry when Sarah gets swept up in her own world, talking too much and dominating the conversation. Kitty and Robert are feeling awkward about their own issues and are unable to connect with each other. Kevin, who had been secretly seeing Robert's lawyer, Scotty, is hesitant to reveal their relationship to the rest of their family, but is forced to come clean when Scotty unexpectedly shows up at the restaurant.

While the siblings are struggling with their own problems, their mom Nora is full of excitement about her upcoming date with Ed. She can't help but share the details with her children, who give her lots of advice and encouragement. As the siblings continue their double date, they start to loosen up and have fun together. They decide to leave the fancy restaurant and go to a karaoke bar, where they bond over singing and dancing. Sarah even serenades Graham with a performance of Etta James's "At Last."

As the night wraps up, the siblings give each other advice and share some heartfelt moments. Kitty and Robert reconnect over a slow dance, while Kevin and Scotty find support from their family for their relationship. Justin and Rebecca end up surprising everyone by showing up at the karaoke bar, after Justin was able to get a last-minute leave from the military. The episode ends with Nora coming home from her date with Ed, feeling euphoric about their connection and the potential for a real relationship.

Overall, "Date Night" is a heartwarming episode that showcases the complicated lives of the Walker family, while also emphasizing the importance of family and connection. The siblings have their own struggles, but ultimately come together to support each other and have a fun night out. Meanwhile, Nora is able to find love again, which brings a new element to the show and sets up new storylines for the rest of the season.