Ep 2. The Holly's Buddies Story

The Exes season 3 episode 2 titled "The Holly's Buddies Story" continues the misadventures of three roommates who were all once married and are now single and trying to figure out their lives. Holly Franklin (played by Kristen Johnston) is a divorce attorney who has a soft spot for the underdog. Stuart Gardner (played by David Alan Basche) is a successful dentist who is not so lucky in love. Phil Chase (played by Donald Faison) is a laid-back sports agent who is not quite ready to settle down.

The episode begins with Holly getting a call from a childhood friend named Jocelyn who is in town and wants to see her. Holly is excited to see her old friend but is surprised to discover that Jocelyn is now a very successful businesswoman who is used to getting her way. Holly agrees to take Jocelyn out to lunch but is dismayed when Jocelyn insists on going to an exclusive, members-only restaurant. Holly and Jocelyn are turned away at the door because they are not members, but Jocelyn is not one to take no for an answer.

Meanwhile, Stuart is trying to impress a beautiful woman named Lisa who he met at a fashion show. Stuart is convinced that Lisa is out of his league but Phil encourages him to take a chance and ask her out on a date. Stuart is thrilled when Lisa says yes, but things take a turn for the worse when he accidentally eats a flower at the restaurant they go to for their date.

Back at the restaurant where Holly and Jocelyn were turned away, Holly spots her old high school crush, Danny, who is now a successful restauranteur. Holly is excited to see Danny and reminisce about old times, but things get awkward when Jocelyn starts flirting with him. Holly tries to politely tell Jocelyn that she has a crush on Danny, but Jocelyn does not take the hint and continues to pursue him.

Phil, on the other hand, is dealing with his own problems when he realizes that he has not been taking care of his apartment. Phil's apartment is a mess, with piles of laundry and dishes everywhere. Phil tries to clean up before his girlfriend, Eden, comes over for a surprise visit, but things go from bad to worse when he accidentally breaks his coffee table.

As the episode progresses, Holly's old crush Danny becomes the object of a heated competition between Holly and Jocelyn. Stuart tries to salvage his date with Lisa, while Phil desperately tries to clean up his apartment before Eden arrives. The episode ends with a surprise twist that leaves the characters reeling and sets up the story for the next episode.

Overall, "The Holly's Buddies Story" is a fast-paced, hilarious episode that showcases the strengths of the show's talented cast. The episode is full of one-liners, clever jokes, and awkward situations that are sure to make viewers laugh. But the episode also has heart, with Holly's efforts to reconnect with an old friend and Phil's desire to impress his girlfriend adding depth to the characters. Fans of the show will not be disappointed by this episode, which is a perfect example of what makes The Exes so much fun to watch.