Ep 13. The Real Prom

The Real O'Neals season 1 episode 13, titled "The Real Prom," features the highly anticipated event of prom night for the Catholic school students. Eileen, played by Martha Plimpton, is determined to make sure that her son, Kenny, played by Noah Galvin, has a perfect prom experience, even if that means taking matters into her own hands.

Kenny is excited for prom night because he plans to attend with his boyfriend, Brett, played by Sean Grandillo. However, when Eileen discovers that prom is a couples-only event, she insists that Kenny find a female date to take to prom instead. Initially, Kenny is upset with his mother's demands and doesn't want to attend prom, but eventually realizes he doesn't want to miss out on such an important milestone in his high school career.

Meanwhile, Eileen's ex-husband, Pat, played by Jay R. Ferguson, is struggling with his recent divorce and decides to attend prom as a chaperone. He hopes to spend some time with his kids and make amends with Eileen. However, when he arrives at prom, he quickly realizes that things are not as he had hoped.

Throughout the episode, the different characters experience their own share of drama and conflict. Jimmy, played by Matt Shively, is determined to win prom king, while Shannon, played by Bebe Wood, wants to attend prom as an activist instead of a traditional date. The episode is full of hilarious moments and emotional scenes, but ultimately ends on a positive note.

"The Real Prom" showcases the importance of being true to oneself and standing up for what one believes in. It also highlights the challenges faced by many LGBTQ+ individuals when it comes to prom and other traditional events. Overall, the episode is a strong addition to the first season of The Real O'Neals and leaves viewers feeling satisfied.