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American Housewife - S04E10 - The Bromance Before Christmas
 

American Housewife season 4 episode 10

The Bromance Before Christmas

 
Katie looks forward to sharing her favorite childhood Christmas tradition with Taylor, but a surprise visit from her mom threatens her holiday cheer; Greg is blindsided by Katie's good intentions; Oliver and Anna-Kat break a family heirloom.
 
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American Housewife / S04E10 : The Bromance Before Christmas
Season 4, Episode 10 | Aired on December 13, 2019 | TV-PG | 21 min. | ABC (US)
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    Episode 1
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  • American Housewife - Episode 2 - Bed, Bath & Beyond our Means
    Episode 2
    Bed, Bath & Beyond our Means
  • American Housewife - Episode 3 - Bigger Kids, Bigger Problems
    Episode 3
    Bigger Kids, Bigger Problems
  • American Housewife - Episode 4 - Lasagna
    Episode 4
    Lasagna
  • American Housewife - Episode 5 - The Maze
    Episode 5
    The Maze
  • American Housewife - Episode 6 - Girls' Night Out
    Episode 6
    Girls' Night Out
  • American Housewife - Episode 7 - Flavor of Westport
    Episode 7
    Flavor of Westport
  • American Housewife - Episode 8 - Women in Business
    Episode 8
    Women in Business
  • American Housewife - Episode 9 - Hip To Be Square
    Episode 9
    Hip To Be Square
  • American Housewife - Episode 10 - The Bromance Before Christmas
    Episode 10
    The Bromance Before Christmas
  • American Housewife - Episode 11 - One Step Forward, Three Steps Back
    Episode 11
    One Step Forward, Three Steps Back
  • American Housewife - Episode 12 - Wildflower Girls
    Episode 12
    Wildflower Girls
  • American Housewife - Episode 13 - The Great Cookie Challenge
    Episode 13
    The Great Cookie Challenge
  • American Housewife - Episode 14 - A Very English Scandal
    Episode 14
    A Very English Scandal
  • American Housewife - Episode 15 - In My Room
    Episode 15
    In My Room
  • American Housewife - Episode 16 - The Battle for Second Breakfast
    Episode 16
    The Battle for Second Breakfast
  • American Housewife - Episode 17 - All Is Fair in Love and War Reenactment
    Episode 17
    All Is Fair in Love and War Reenactment
  • American Housewife - Episode 18 - Senior Prank
    Episode 18
    Senior Prank
  • American Housewife - Episode 19 - Vacation!
    Episode 19
    Vacation!
  • American Housewife - Episode 20 - Prom
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American Housewife season 4 episode 10 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

During Christmas, tensions arise in the Otto family when the protagonist's mother arrives unexpectedly, and Greg's British half-brother, from a secret second family, makes a surprise visit. Initially, these revelations cause jealousy and family conflicts. However, as they spend time together, they bond over shared experiences of neglect by their father. The family also accidentally breaks a cherished serving platter, leading them to work together to fix it. Ultimately, they embrace new traditions and repair their relationships, finding joy and reconciliation in their Christmas celebration.

Full Episode S04E10 Recap

### Scene 1: Discussing Christmas Plans - The protagonist speaks to their mother on the phone, insisting she stays home to care for their father after his foot surgery. They express sadness about the situation. - A character is excited about being able to make a "Bavarian Meat Tree" with Taylor, a tradition they shared with Nana, which was banned by their mother after Nana's death. - Another character, Greg, reveals he hasn't spoken to his grandfather in two years since learning about a secret second family and a half-brother also named Greg. ### Scene 2: The Otto Family's Christmas Preparations - The family discusses the lack of relatives visiting for Christmas, with mixed feelings about it being just them. - While looking for gifts, the children discover their parents' poorly hidden presents and accidentally break their mother's serving platter, leading to a plan to fix and hide it. - A surprise visit by the protagonist's half-brother from England, arranged by their wife, stirs up family dynamics. ### Scene 3: Family Revelations and Tensions - The British half-brother, also named Greg, shares about his life and achievements, causing some jealousy and comparison in the family. - The mother of the protagonist unexpectedly arrives, further complicating the family situation. - Tensions arise when truths about past actions and motivations come to light, leading to arguments and feelings of betrayal within the family. ### Scene 4: Repairing Relationships and Building New Traditions - The protagonist and their half-brother bond over shared experiences of neglect from their father, leading to a newfound brotherly connection. - The family works together to repair the broken serving platter, symbolizing their efforts to mend their relationships. - The episode concludes with the family embracing new traditions and appreciating their time together, despite the initial drama and tension. ### Scene 5: The Otto Family's Christmas Celebration - The episode concludes with a warm family gathering, as they enjoy Christmas with the newly expanded family, including the protagonist's mother and British half-brother. - Despite earlier conflicts, the atmosphere is filled with joy, reconciliation, and the spirit of the holiday season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the protagonist ask their mother to stay home for Christmas?

The protagonist's mother needed to care for their father after his foot surgery.

What is the Bavarian Meat Tree?

It's a Christmas tradition involving a mini tree made of sausage, lunch meats, and meatballs.

Why did the protagonist stop making the Bavarian Meat Tree?

The tradition was banned by their mother after Nana's death.

Who is Greg's half-brother?

Greg's half-brother is another man named Greg, from his father's secret second family in England.

Why hasn't Greg spoken to his grandfather in two years?

Greg learned about his grandfather's second family and a half-brother he never met, leading to a strained relationship.

What causes tension during the Otto family's Christmas?

The surprise visit by Greg's British half-brother and the unexpected arrival of the protagonist's mother create family tensions.

How do the children break their mother's serving platter?

They accidentally break it while snooping for Christmas gifts in their parents' closet.

What emotions does the British half-brother stir in the family?

His achievements and life story cause jealousy and comparison among family members.

What revelation about past actions causes family arguments?

It's revealed that the protagonist's invitation to their mother was out of spite, and Greg didn't contact his half-brother for two years after learning about him.

How does the family repair their relationships?

They bond over shared experiences, fix the broken serving platter together, and embrace new traditions.

What does the serving platter symbolize in the episode?

The serving platter symbolizes the family's efforts to mend their relationships and past mistakes.

What new traditions does the family embrace?

The family starts new traditions, such as building a snowman and enjoying time together without the Bavarian Meat Tree.

How do Greg and his half-brother resolve their feelings of neglect?

They bond over their shared experiences of neglect from their father, leading to a newfound brotherly connection.

 
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