Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip Season 1 Episode 13

Ep 13. The Harriet Dinner: Part 1

  • TV-14
  • January 29, 2007
  • 41 min
  • 8.3  (268)

In Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip season 1 episode 13 "The Harriet Dinner: Part 1," the staff of the "Studio 60" show prepares for a dinner honoring their comedienne Harriet Hayes, who is being given an award for her humanitarian work. The episode starts on a light-hearted note as the team teases Harriet about her lack of knowledge about pop culture and events in the news. But tension ensues as Matt, the executive producer, finds out that one of the guest speakers at the dinner is someone who Harriet had publicly criticized the previous year. Matt argues that having this speaker at the event will ruin the evening, and he pushes to have him replaced with someone else. Meanwhile, Simon, the director, struggles with his feelings for Harriet, who is currently in a relationship.

As the episode progresses, we get a glimpse into the complicated relationships between the characters. Danny, the head writer, tries to help Matt win back his ex-girlfriend, but his own love life is in turmoil as he navigates his feelings for Jordan, another producer on the show. Calvin, a staff writer, confronts his own biases after Harriet brings in a guest who challenges his worldview. Throughout the episode, we see the familiar dynamic of the team, which is both competitive and supportive. They work together to make sure the dinner is a success, but personal dramas threaten to overshadow the evening.

Overall, "The Harriet Dinner: Part 1" is a well-crafted episode with a mix of comedy and drama. The writing is sharp, and the actors deliver strong performances, especially Amanda Peet, who shines as Harriet Hayes. While the tension surrounding the dinner may make some viewers feel uneasy, it adds to the stakes of the episode and makes for compelling television. This episode is a great example of what makes Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip such a well-regarded show, and it leaves viewers eager to see what will happen next.

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  • First Aired
    January 29, 2007
  • Content Rating
    TV-14
  • Runtime
    41 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.3  (268)