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Season 1 – Jack & Bobby

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One of the McCallister boys (Jack or Bobby) is elected president of the United States in 2040. But with the series taking place 2004, neither one of them knows that yet. The show traces the brothers' relationships with each other and with their mother, Grace, a college professor who wields a great deal of influence over them, particularly the younger Bobby.
Jack & Bobby — Season 1

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Jack & Bobby infuses its rich premise with skillful writing and deft emotional resonance.

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Belinda Acosta Austin Chronicle 09/23/2019
The premise of the series is so provocative, [Christine] Lahti is so buoyant, and the experience, albeit a fictional one, of watching a young man maturing into a leader wins in a landslide. Go to Full Review Ken Tucker Entertainment Weekly 09/23/2019
It glows with warmth stoked by a fiery Christine Lahti as the boys' single mom. Go to Full Review Brian Lowry Variety 09/23/2019
High-minded and lovingly shot, the idea behind "Jack & Bobby" is more intriguing than the actual premiere. Go to Full Review Bruce R. Miller Sioux City Journal 03/12/2020
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It's a thoughtful drama that shows what role influence can play. Go to Full Review Scott D. Pierce Deseret News (Salt Lake City) 09/23/2019
This is a show definitely worth keeping an eye on. Go to Full Review David Zurawik Baltimore Sun 09/23/2019
Fine acting and eloquent writing make for characters worth caring about - and a rich viewing experience that resonates with big, muscular, American themes about opportunity, integrity and leadership like no series this side of The West Wing. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Matt Long

Jack McCallister

Logan Lerman

Robert "Bobby" McCallister

Christine Lahti

Grace McCallister

Edwin Hodge

Marcus Ride

Jessica Paré

Courtney Benedict

John Slattery

Peter Benedict

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 12, 2004 Pilot The McCallister household undergoes a major change when Grace and Jack's temperamental relationship takes an undue toll on Bobby. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 19, 2004 Better Days Jack and Grace clash over her habit of smoking pot; Bobby tries to help make things better for Jack but only makes things worse; President McCallister's political affiliations are explained. Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 26, 2004 The Kindness of Strangers Bobby learns a powerful lesson when he joins the school's challenge program; Grace is startled by news Bobby's teacher gives her about Jack; President McCallister has a surprising ally at a critical moment in his political career. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 3, 2004 A Man of Faith When a female Arab-American student accuses Grace of bias, she overreacts and scolds the student, prompting religious groups to boycott her classes. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 10, 2004 The First Lady A dark secret about the first lady is revealed in the future while, in the present, Jack escorts Courtney to her father's fund-raiser, prompting an unexpected confession. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 17, 2004 An Innocent Man Grace is stunned when her friend and colleague is accused of sexually harassing a student; Bobby neglects his schoolwork to spend time with his new girlfriend; Jack is horrified to learn that Courtney and Missy have become friends. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 27, 2004 Valentino Grace walks in on Bobby and Dex kissing in the study; Grace and Jack take matters into their own hands when they are unable to persuade Bobby to break it off with Dex; Peter embarrasses Courtney when he shows his overprotective side. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 3, 2004 Election Night Bobby's heartbreak turns to anger as he seeks revenge on Jack, who he believes is responsible for his breakup with Dex. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 10, 2004 Chess Lessons Grace promises to be on her best behavior when she and Jack go to Missy's house for dinner, but she loses her cool when the minister (Ed Begley Jr.) attacks her ideals; Bobby intentionally loses at chess games with Peter to spend more time with him. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 17, 2004 Lost Boys Grace's warm, intelligent, gay younger brother (Tom Cavanagh) makes a surprise visit to the McCallister home for Thanksgiving. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 1, 2004 Today I Am a Man Grace catches Jack buying condoms in preparation for his big night with Missy; Grace must make a difficult decision about her family when Jimmy (Tom Cavanagh) falls into old habits. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 26, 2005 Running Scared Jack tries to resume a sense of normalcy after his brutal attack, but he finds that the injury may keep him from returning to his old life. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 2, 2005 A New Frontier When Tom coincidentally shows up during a camping trip, Bobby becomes suspicious; while Jack and Missy's relationship seems to be winding down, Courtney's dating life is heating up. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 9, 2005 Into the Woods Jack surprises Grace and Tom in a compromising situation and tells Grace he disapproves of her romance; Bobby convinces Grace to let him make an eye-opening overnight hunting trip with Peter. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 16, 2005 Time Out of Life Grace and Tom's relationship is exposed when a fellow professor catches them kissing in Grace's office. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 23, 2005 And Justice for All Peter has to take action when he learns about Grace's relationship with Tom; Bobby and Warren decide to do yard work for money, and they find Jack's wallet in a neighbor's garage. Details Episode 17 Aired Mar 2, 2005 Querida Grace Jack and Katie's relationship progresses, while Courtney's comes to a screeching halt after Jack learns Nate is cheating on her; Bobby finds a revealing letter when he rummages through his mother's closet when assigned a project on family history. Details Episode 18 Aired Apr 13, 2005 Friends With Benefits Jack voices his disapproval when he learns that Bobby has secretly decided to try out for the track team; Grace is disappointed when a speaking invitation is rescinded because of her relationship with Tom. Details Episode 19 Aired Apr 20, 2005 A Child of God Missy reveals a secret that could change her life and Jack's, forever; her revelation leads to her being kicked out of her home, and she turns to Grace for guidance and support. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 27, 2005 Under the Influence A big argument and lack of excitement at the school dance prompt Jack, Courtney, Marcus, Missy and Randy to go to an after-party, but a deadly car crash prevents them from reaching their destination. Details Episode 21 Aired May 4, 2005 Stand by Me Jack tells police that he was driving the night Missy died, but the guilt becomes too much for Marcus, who confesses to his father; the group's sadness turns to outrage when the Rev. Belknap delivers a shocking eulogy at his daughter's funeral. Details Episode 22 Aired May 11, 2005 Legacy Jack and Bobby discover that Grace is planning to visit their father (Lou Diamond Phillips) and the three embark on a road trip, on which Grace is forced to reveal the reason their father is in prison. Details

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Season Info

Director
Perry Lang, Michael Schultz, David Nutter, Arvin Brown, John David Coles, Peter Markle, David Petrarca
Executive Producer
Greg Berlanti, Vanessa Taylor, Mickey Liddell, Thomas Schlamme
Screenwriter
Jonathan Lisco, Michael Green, Vanessa Taylor, Marc Guggenheim, Erik Oleson, Maggie Friedman, Barbie Kligman, Steven A. Cohen, Brad Meltzer
Network
The WB
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 12, 2004