Ep 1. Pilot

Everwood season 1 episode 1, "Pilot," introduces viewers to the Brown family, a successful Manhattan clan who are shattered by tragedy. After the sudden death of his wife, successful neurosurgeon Andy Brown (Treat Williams) decides to uproot his family and move them to the mountain town of Everwood, Colorado. Once there, Andy must navigate the challenges of small-town life while also trying to reconnect with his estranged son, Ephram (Gregory Smith).

As the episode opens, viewers see the Brown family enjoying a day at the park. However, tragedy strikes when Andy's wife is killed in a car accident. In the aftermath of her death, Andy is struggling to reconnect with his son and cope with his own grief. When a former patient convinces him to visit Everwood, Andy decides to take a chance and move his family to the small town.

Once in Everwood, Andy quickly discovers that life is very different from what he's used to. He meets the town's quirky residents, including Dr. Harold Abbott (Tom Amandes), a gruff physician who is skeptical of Andy's medical talents, and his tomboyish daughter, Amy (Emily VanCamp), who catches Ephram's eye.

As Andy begins to set up his medical practice, he also starts to reconnect with Ephram. The two have a strained relationship, with Ephram feeling neglected by his father and resentful of his mother's death. However, as they spend more time together in Everwood, they start to bond over their mutual love of music.

Meanwhile, Amy is dealing with her own family drama. Her mother, Rose, has been in a coma for several years, and Amy is struggling to cope with her absence. She finds comfort in Ephram's company, and the two teens start to develop a friendship.

As the episode draws to a close, Andy starts to feel like he's made the right decision in moving his family to Everwood. He's starting to reconnect with Ephram, and he's finding a sense of purpose in helping the town's residents. However, he also knows that there are challenges ahead - both in his personal life and in his medical practice.

Overall, "Pilot" sets the stage for what's to come in Everwood - a heartfelt family drama that explores themes of loss, healing, and forgiveness. The episode introduces viewers to a cast of complex, relatable characters and establishes the show's small-town setting. Fans of shows like Parenthood and Friday Night Lights will find much to love in Everwood, a series that is sure to tug at the heartstrings.