Ep 4. Grandpa Jack
- TV14
- October 19, 2017
- 21 min
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9.0 (933)
Will & Grace season 9 episode 4 titled "Grandpa Jack" revolves around Jack McFarland, who is turning 50 years old and becomes depressed about his life after experiencing some age-related changes. Jack is also worried about his relationship with his grandson who is about to be born. Jack has always been worried about becoming old, so this milestone birthday deeply impacts him.
Meanwhile, Will Truman and Karen Walker, who are both close to Jack, try to cheer him up by throwing him a surprise birthday party. They think that getting him out of his rut is the perfect way to celebrate his milestone birthday. Jack's party turns out to be a sweet tribute to him. The party guests include some of his old friends and even his grandson, who brings a different perspective to Jack's perspective on his advancing age.
The episode also sees Grace Adler trying to figure out a way to get her mother, Bobbi Adler, to hand over her power of attorney. Grace is concerned for her mother's wellbeing because Bobbi is prone to making impulsive decisions and in the past, these decisions haven't ended well for her. Grace knows that it's not easy to take away her mother's independence, but she feels like it's the right thing to do.
Throughout the episode, Jack struggles with the realization that he's getting old, but he ultimately comes to terms with it thanks to the support of his friends and family. At the end of the episode, he finds a renewed sense of purpose in his life. Meanwhile, Grace decides to let her mother keep her power of attorney for a little while longer, but she's keeping a close eye on her to ensure that she doesn't make any reckless decisions.
Overall, the episode is a heartwarming story about friendship, family, and the challenges that come with aging. It shows how important it is to have a support system in place during difficult times and how we can learn to embrace our changing lives with grace and humility. With its hilarious and touching moments, "Grandpa Jack" is a standout episode that viewers won't want to miss.
