Call Me Kat season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Katharine, owner of Kat's Cat Café, lies about dating her baker, Phil, to bring him as a plus-one to her friend Tara's vow renewal. She faces awkward situations, including a reunion with her old crush, Max. Katharine's mother expresses concern over her single status, leading to a heart-to-heart about embracing her life. The episode culminates with Max inviting Katharine to dinner, humorously disrupted by an accidental injury.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Scene: Kat's Cat Café and Conversations with Her Mother - Katharine (Kat) is startled by her mother, leading to a discussion about Kat's single status and her friend Tara's vow renewal. - Kat reflects on her life changes after her father's death, including opening Kat's Cat Café and leaving her math professor job. - Employees suggest names for a new cat. "Pudding" and "Firework" are mentioned, with "Firework" being chosen. ### Scene: The Cat Café and the Pie Discussion - Kat and her baker, Phil, discuss a unique coconut pie. Kat suggests changing its unappealing name. - Kat receives an invitation to Tara's vow renewal and realizes she has a plus-one option, exciting her. ### Scene: Encounter with Max at the Bar - Kat runs into Max, her old crush, at a bar. They catch up awkwardly, with Kat inventing stories about being married with kids, which she then retracts. - Tara arrives, and Kat informs her about bringing Phil as her plus-one, lying that they're dating to meet Tara's plus-one policy. ### Scene: The Vow Renewal Ceremony - At the vow renewal, Kat introduces Phil as her boyfriend to friends and family. - Kat's impromptu lie leads to awkward moments and misunderstandings, particularly with Tara. - An embarrassing spill on Kat's pantsuit occurs twice, leading to more awkwardness. - Kat has a heart-to-heart with Phil, acknowledging the challenges and loneliness of being single. - Kat reconciles with Tara, admitting to her deception about Phil being her boyfriend. ### Scene: Confrontation with Her Mother and a Dinner Invitation - Kat's mother confronts her about lying at the ceremony. Kat defends her life choices as a single woman. - Kat spontaneously sings "Firework" to her mother, drawing complaints from a neighbor. - Max unexpectedly visits Kat, leading to a dinner invitation, but their departure is comically hindered by an injury to Max. ### Scene: Credits - The episode ends with credits, including a captioning note sponsored by Warner Bros. Television.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Katharine do for a living?

Katharine (Kat) runs Kat's Cat Café.

Why is Kat's mother concerned about her?

Kat's mother is worried about her being single, especially since her friend Tara is renewing her vows.

What is the name of the new cat at Kat's Cat Café?

The new cat is named "Firework."

Who does Katharine receive an invitation from?

Katharine receives a vow renewal invitation from her friend Tara.

Does Katharine have a plus-one for the vow renewal?

Yes, Katharine has a plus-one option for Tara's vow renewal.

Who is Max, and how does Katharine know him?

Max is Katharine's old crush from college.

What lie does Katharine tell about Phil?

Katharine lies that Phil is her boyfriend to bring him as her plus-one to Tara's vow renewal.

How does Katharine's mother feel about her lifestyle?

Katharine's mother is worried and thinks Katharine is too eccentric for being single at 39.

What song does Katharine sing to her mother?

Katharine sings "Firework" to her mother.

Who invites Katharine to dinner at the end of the episode?

Max invites Katharine to dinner at the end of the episode.

Call Me Kat season 1 episode 1

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