Gary Unmarried Season 1 Episode 5 Gary Breaks Up His Ex-Wife and Girlfriend
- TV-14
- October 22, 2008
- 20 min
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6.8 (60)
Gary Unmarried is a hilarious sitcom centered around Gary Brooks, a newly divorced father of two trying to navigate his way through the dating scene while co-parenting with his ex-wife Allison. Episode 5 of season 1, titled "Gary Breaks Up His Ex-Wife and Girlfriend", follows Gary as he tries to juggle his feelings for two women - his ex-wife Allison and his current girlfriend Vanessa.
The episode starts off with Gary and his girlfriend Vanessa getting ready for a night out when Allison unexpectedly shows up at his doorstep. She tells Gary that she's been feeling down lately and needs someone to talk to. Despite Vanessa's protests, Gary agrees to let Allison stay the night. The tension between the three of them is palpable and it's clear that Vanessa is uncomfortable with Allison's presence.
The next day, Gary tries to make it up to Vanessa by taking her out on a romantic date. However, things take a turn for the worse when they run into Allison at the same restaurant. Vanessa storms out in a fit of jealousy and Gary is left to try and smooth things over.
To make matters worse, Gary's daughter Louise is having issues with her own boyfriend and turns to Gary for advice. While trying to help his daughter, Gary realizes that he still has feelings for Allison and is not over their relationship. He decides to break things off with Vanessa and try to reconcile with Allison.
But as soon as Gary makes his decision, Allison reveals that she has started seeing someone else and is happy in her new relationship. Gary is devastated and realizes that he has lost both women in his life.
Despite the show's lighthearted tone, the episode touches on some serious themes such as jealousy, heartbreak, and the struggles of co-parenting after a divorce. The characters are relatable and the writing is witty, making for an enjoyable watch. Overall, "Gary Breaks Up His Ex-Wife and Girlfriend" is a great episode that showcases the talent of the show's cast and crew.
