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Family Tree - S01E01 - The Box
 

Family Tree season 1 episode 1

The Box

 
Unemployed and unattached, Tom Chadwick is surprised when he’s bequeathed an old chest of curios by his great-aunt Victoria, although he and his sister Bea can’t remember ever meeting her. He finds an old black-and-white photo in the chest that his father, Keith, believes is Tom’s great-grandfather, Harry. With the help of Mr. Pfister, his avuncular neighbor, and Pete, an old school friend, Tom tracks down Neville St. Aubrey, a strange expert in the field of antique photos, who discovers intriguing and revealing information about Tom’s ancestor. Meanwhile, Pete tries to get Tom’s love life back on track by setting him up with a “model pretty” date. He’s just not sure what kind of model.
 
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Family Tree / S01E01 : The Box
Season 1, Episode 1 | Aired on May 12, 2013 | TV-MA | 30 min. | HBO
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EPISODES  
 
  • Family Tree - Episode 1 - The Box
    Episode 1
    The Box
  • Family Tree - Episode 2 - Treading the Boards
    Episode 2
    Treading the Boards
  • Family Tree - Episode 3 - The Austerity Games
    Episode 3
    The Austerity Games
  • Family Tree - Episode 4 - Country Life
    Episode 4
    Country Life
  • Family Tree - Episode 5 - Welcome to America
    Episode 5
    Welcome to America
  • Family Tree - Episode 6 - Civil War
    Episode 6
    Civil War
  • Family Tree - Episode 7 - Indians
    Episode 7
    Indians
  • Family Tree - Episode 8 - Cowboys
    Episode 8
    Cowboys

Family Tree season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Siblings visit their father for lunch after months of separation, curious about the sudden invitation. The gathering reveals a quirky family dynamic, with conversations spanning from humorous speculations about their father's health to eccentric inventions. The real reason for the lunch emerges as their father announces the death of their great-aunt Victoria, leading to an odd inheritance that bemuses the siblings. Meanwhile, one sibling's exploration of a family photo leads to a humorous mix-up regarding their ancestry, encapsulating a day filled with peculiar discoveries and familial bonds.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Lunch Invitation Mystery - The siblings discuss the oddity of being invited to lunch by their dad after not seeing him for months. - They speculate humorously about potential dramatic reasons for the invitation. - The conversation shifts to personal updates, revealing one sibling is still not over a past relationship. ### The Eccentric Lunch - At their father's house, they encounter various quirky and humorous family interactions. - Their father, a retired army man with a penchant for inventions, showcases a device meant to cool or warm shoes. - Lunch conversation covers a range of topics, from a peculiar march they passed to job hunts and a venture into bouncy castle risk assessment. ### The Unsettling News - The true reason for the gathering is revealed: the passing of a great-aunt, leaving them an inheritance. - The siblings receive odd and somewhat disappointing items as their inheritance. - The episode ends on a humorous note with a look at what's next for "The Plantagenets" and a mysterious encounter involving a historical photograph. ### Ancestor Mystery - Tom seeks to learn more about a photograph of a military-clad ancestor, leading to a visit to an antiques expert. - Misunderstandings and humorous exchanges occur, including confusion over a Victorian "musical instrument." - A mix-up leads to the revelation that Tom's great-grandfather was not a military hero but a photographer, with a surprising twist in ancestry. ### Personal Reflections - Characters engage in self-reflection, touching on themes of loss, friendship, and the pursuit of personal hobbies. - The episode weaves humor into personal struggles, such as dealing with a breakup and the challenges of moving on. - A peculiar date reflects on misconceptions about history and science, adding a light-hearted exploration of knowledge and belief.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why were the siblings surprised about being invited to lunch by their dad?

They found it unusual because they hadn't seen him in months and wondered if there was a specific reason for the invitation.

What was the true reason behind their father's invitation to lunch?

Their father invited them to announce the death of their great-aunt Victoria and the inheritance she left them.

What did the siblings inherit from their great-aunt Victoria?

They received odd items, including a stained item for Bea and a new pincushion.

Who is Monk in the story?

Monk is a reference to one of the character's children or possibly a pet, as there is a mention of checking a seat strap for safety.

What is Tom's occupation and recent job interview about?

Tom was previously employed in accident investigation and recently interviewed for a risk assessment position at a bouncy castle company.

What invention does their father showcase?

Their father showcases a shoe tree with a fan to cool or warm shoes.

What leads Tom to inquire about an ancestor's photograph?

Tom finds a photograph in the chest left by Great-aunt Victoria, sparking curiosity about the ancestor depicted.

Who is identified in the photograph Tom finds?

The photograph initially thought to be of a military hero ancestor turns out to be Prince George, the Duke of Cambridge, but it's revealed that Tom's great-grandfather, Harry Chadwick, took the photo.

What misunderstanding occurs with the Victorian "musical instrument"?

It's humorously revealed that the object mistaken for a musical instrument is actually a Victorian dildo.

How does Tom's date with Ellie go, and what peculiar beliefs does she have?

The date with Ellie is filled with awkward moments, including her beliefs about dinosaurs still existing and the Loch Ness Monster being a dinosaur.

 
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