Ep 10. The Olyphant In The Room

The Grinder season 1 episode 10 "The Olyphant In The Room" centers on Dean Sanderson Jr. (played by Rob Lowe), a popular Hollywood actor who portrayed a lawyer on a popular TV show called "The Grinder." In this episode, he goes back to Boise, Idaho, to represent his brother, Stewart (played by Fred Savage), in a court case.

Stewart is a real-life lawyer who struggles to live up to his brother's on-screen persona. In the previous episode, he was fired from his job at the law firm, but he later found a new job working for Todd (played by Barney Stinson), who is a big fan of Dean's and wants him to join their firm.

In this episode, Todd invites Dean to Boise to celebrate his new job, but Dean has other reasons for visiting. Stewart is facing a moral dilemma at work, as his boss wants him to defend a client who is guilty of a crime. Dean encourages his brother to do the right thing and stand up for what he believes in.

Meanwhile, Dean is also dealing with his own problems. He has a crush on the firm's secretary, Claire (played by Natalie Morales), but he is hesitant to pursue a relationship because he feels like he can't live up to his on-screen persona.

Throughout the episode, Dean tries to be a good brother to Stewart and a good friend to Todd, while also figuring out his own personal issues. He even attempts to apologize to Claire for any misunderstandings, but things don't go as planned.

As the court case approaches, Stewart feels more and more pressured to defend his guilty client. He seeks advice from his brother, who suggests he stand up to his boss and refuse to defend the client. Stewart takes Dean's advice and makes a bold decision in court, but it puts his new job and reputation on the line.

The episode ends on a cliffhanger, as the outcome of the court case and the future of the Sanderson brothers' careers remain uncertain. It leaves viewers eager to see what happens next in the show's engaging and comedic storyline.

Overall, "The Olyphant In The Room" is a witty and well-written episode that showcases the strong chemistry between the show's talented cast. It explores themes of morality, family, and personal growth with humor and heart, making it a standout installment in the first season of "The Grinder."