Will & Grace season 9 episode 4 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In this "Will & Grace" episode, Grace laments working on a Saturday, while Jack uses her shower for better water pressure. Karen teases Grace about her lack of dating life. A young boy named Skip visits, revealing he's Jack's grandson from his estranged son, Elliot. Jack struggles to connect with Skip, who hails from a conservative Texas background. Meanwhile, Grace decides to re-enter the dating scene. The plot thickens when Jack discovers Skip is at a conversion therapy camp, leading to an emotional confrontation with Elliot. Jack reassures Skip of his self-worth, culminating in Elliot removing Skip from the camp and a heartfelt reconciliation between Jack and Elliot. The episode touches on themes of family acceptance and the harms of conversion therapy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who complains about working on a Saturday at the beginning of the episode?
Grace complains about having to work on a Saturday.
Why does Jack prefer to use Grace's shower?
Jack prefers Grace's shower due to better water pressure and a special hand attachment.
What does Karen suggest Grace should be doing on Saturdays?
Karen suggests Grace should be dating and enjoying her weekends more.
Who is Skip and what is his relation to Jack?
Skip is a young boy who reveals that he is Jack's grandson.
Why is Jack surprised to meet Skip?
Jack is surprised because he was estranged from his son Elliot and didn't know about Skip.
What issue does Jack have with his son Elliot?
Jack has a strained relationship with Elliot due to Elliot's conservative background and marriage.
What is the nature of Karen's inappropriate behavior at work?
Karen is engaging in sexual harassment towards the employees.
How does Grace feel about her personal life?
Grace feels she has been neglecting her personal life and decides to start dating again.
What is Camp Straighten Arrow?
Camp Straighten Arrow is a conversion therapy camp that Skip is sent to.
How does Jack react to Skip being at Camp Straighten Arrow?
Jack is upset and tries to convince Skip that he doesn't need to change.
What changes Elliot's mind about the camp?
Elliot realizes the harm of the camp after talking to Jack and seeing it through Skip's eyes.
What is the outcome of Jack and Elliot's relationship at the end of the episode?
Jack and Elliot reconcile, and Elliot appreciates Jack's influence on Skip.
What do Jack and Skip plan to do together?
Jack and Skip plan to go to a Broadway show together.
What theme is prominently addressed in this episode?
The episode addresses themes of family, acceptance, and the harms of conversion therapy.
How does Grace's attitude towards dating change by the end of the episode?
By the end of the episode, Grace decides to put herself back out there and start dating again.
