Ep 3. The Dinner
- TV-MA
- May 8, 2015
- 29 min
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7.7 (941)
Grace and Frankie season 1 episode 3 is named The Dinner and it follows the fallout from Grace and Frankie’s disastrous attempt to start a new business as they try to make amends with their former business partner, Saul. Meanwhile, Sol and Robert host a dinner party for their friends, but tensions rise when their differing political views come to light.
The episode starts with Grace and Frankie dealing with the aftermath of their failed business venture, Vybrant. They come up with a plan to visit Saul and try to reconcile with him. Saul, still hurt, refuses to hear them out, but they are determined to make things right.
Meanwhile, Sol and Robert prepare for a dinner party they are hosting for their friends. As the guests arrive, tensions rise when it becomes apparent that everyone has differing political views. Sol and Robert's liberal friends clash with Robert's more conservative work associates, and the conversation quickly turns heated.
As the dinner continues, Grace and Frankie arrive, hoping to join in the festivities and make amends with Saul. However, their arrival only adds more tension to the already fraught dinner party. Grace’s conservative values come into conflict with Sol’s liberal beliefs, and Frankie struggles to keep the peace between them all.
As the night wears on, the discussion turns to more personal topics, including Sol and Robert’s marriage and the struggles they have faced throughout the years. All of the guests open up about their own relationships and the challenges they have faced, and the tension starts to dissipate.
By the end of the evening, everyone has found some common ground, and the dinner party ends on a positive note. Even Saul softens towards Grace and Frankie, and it looks like they might be able to mend their friendship after all.
Overall, Grace and Frankie season 1 episode 3 is a heartfelt exploration of relationships and the challenges that arise when differing viewpoints clash. With its strong performances and relatable themes, this episode is a standout in the series.