In “Connection,” we see a refreshing showcase of talent from Jenna Lee, who plays the vibrant character of Mia. As Mia, she embodies a delightful mix of eccentricity and allure, balancing a carefree spirit with a surprising sense of stability. She is that friend we all admire—the one who, despite being a bit chaotic, seems to have a better grasp on life and is undeniably enjoying herself more than the “responsible adults” surrounding her.
This week, Mia takes on the role of life coach for Jake, pushing him to tackle the Beachbody “Insanity” workout. The combination of intense exercises and Mia’s enthusiastic shouts of “Do you want to be a star?!” might just send Jake over the edge.
Mia is now focused on transforming Jake, both physically and mentally, so he can pursue his dreams of acting. When a surprise delivery brings two tickets to Max’s TV premiere, Mia excitedly declares that she and Jake will join Max and Sarah, convinced she can charm her way onto the red carpet without an invitation.
Max and Sarah are hesitant to go, as they are preoccupied with planning their daughter Lily’s kindergarten future. While they’re applying to private schools, Sarah believes public school would offer a richer, more diverse experience for Lily.
After their babysitter cancels, Sarah volunteers to stay home, which leaves Max with the task of taking Mia and Jake to their first high-profile event. Mia is dressed in a dazzling silver sequin dress that straddles the line between glamorous and over-the-top, while Jake has squeezed into a snug pair of jeans selected by Mia, thanks to Spanx.
At the premiere, Mia drags Jake onto the red carpet, where he fumbles his pose for the cameras and mistakenly claims to a reporter that he plays a villain in the show. Max, observing Mia, remarks to Jake, “She’s a wild one,” to which Jake responds, “She’s a lunatic, but it’s working.” Indeed, Mia’s madness seems strategic. Max and Jake agree to split up to network: Max will seek to apologize to the director he clashed with over sound effects, while Jake hopes to introduce himself to his idol, producer Larry Kosinski.
Mia and Jake engage in their own comedic misadventures as they attempt to approach Larry (played by the ever-charismatic Peter Gallagher) at the buffet and even in the restroom. Eventually, they sneak into the VIP section, where they manage to have a conversation with him. Larry proves to be surprisingly down-to-earth, and Mia beams with pride as she watches him connect with Jake.
Meanwhile, Max’s attempt to apologize to the director goes horribly awry. The director feigns ignorance about Max, only to suddenly break into laughter, leaving Max feeling humiliated. However, his evening takes a turn for the better when he spots a rare bird and records its song on his phone. Unlike the director, Max finds solace in his art as a sound engineer.
Sarah receives an unexpected turn of events when the sitter shows up, but instead of attending the premiere, she opts for an evening out in a low-cut dress and leather jacket, aiming to flirt with the bartender. Unfortunately, her attempts at seduction fall flat when he only offers her hummus toast.
On her way home, Sarah bums a cigarette from two teenage boys. When one teases her about looking good, she playfully retaliates by blowing smoke in his face, declaring, “If you get cancer, I’m really sorry.” It’s not the most cutting remark, but it gives her a boost of confidence as she walks away.
Eventually, she finds herself at a community meeting led by David, a single father passionate about starting a charter school. Sarah feels an instant connection with his vision and is drawn to him, imagining a life free from Max’s presence. The scene closes with her in bed, searching online for more information about David’s school.
Meanwhile, Mia and Jake share a moment of disbelief over having spoken to Larry. Jake is all in and excitedly accepts Mia’s invitation to join her on a trip to gather her belongings from Houston. However, his enthusiasm wavers when he sees Mia cozying up to Larry. The night concludes with Max and a downcast Jake driving away, with Max giving Jake an uplifting pep talk, encouraging him to embrace his inner “Tom Sawyer.” The episode ends with the two enjoying the moment, jamming out to a classic tune as the credits roll.
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