Ep 26. Mom's Boyfriend

According To Jim season 2 episode 26, titled "Mom's Boyfriend," takes audiences on another hilarious adventure with the lovable and goofball Jim Belushi as Jim, a suburban father and husband with a mischievous streak. This episode follows Jim and his family as they navigate the unexpected arrival of his mother's new boyfriend.

As the episode begins, viewers are introduced to Jim's mother, the sweet and loving Sophie (played by the wonderful Susie Essman), who has recently started dating a new man. Jim, a self-proclaimed mama's boy, isn't too thrilled about the news. He has a close bond with his mother and is wary of any man entering her life.

Jim's concerns heighten when he learns that his mother's new boyfriend is an old high school flame, Reggie (guest-star Tim Meadows), who happens to be a smooth-talking ladies' man. Jim fears that his mom may be falling for Reggie's charms and worries about her heart getting broken. Determined to protect his mother, Jim can't help but meddle in their newfound relationship.

Meanwhile, Jim's wife Cheryl (played by the talented Courtney Thorne-Smith) finds the whole situation amusing and tries to convince Jim to let his mother live her own life and make her own choices. Cheryl believes that Sophie deserves to be happy and that Reggie might actually be a good match for her. This difference of opinion sparks some comedic tensions between the couple as they each try to persuade the other of their point of view.

To complicate matters further, Jim's sister-in-law and Cheryl's sister, Dana (Kimberly Williams-Paisley), unexpectedly sides with Jim in his disapproval of Reggie. Dana, always looking out for her sister, supports Jim's meddling as a sign of loyalty. This leads to some hilarious moments as the duo joins forces to devise various schemes to test Reggie's sincerity and intentions.

As the episode progresses, Jim's interference takes an entertaining turn, leading to a series of comically awkward encounters between Reggie, Jim, and Sophie. Jim's efforts to expose Reggie's potential flaws are met with unexpected challenges and surprising developments. Each attempt at revealing Reggie's true colors somehow backfires on Jim, leaving him in even more disbelief and frustration.

Throughout the episode, Jim's kids, the mischievous and witty duo of Ruby (played by Taylor Atelian) and Gracie (played by Billi Bruno), add to the chaos with their own amusing observations and participation in their dad's schemes. Their playful banter and innocent yet hilarious comments provide comic relief and light-hearted moments amidst the growing tension.

As the climax of the episode approaches, Jim finds himself torn between his intentions to protect his mother and the realization that Reggie might genuinely care for her. Will Jim swallow his pride, accept Reggie, and give his mother's new relationship a chance? Or will he stubbornly refuse to let go of his concerns, potentially damaging his relationship with both his mother and wife?

"Mom's Boyfriend" is a captivating and sidesplitting episode of According To Jim that explores themes of love, family dynamics, and learning to let go. Jim's overprotective nature and his genuine concern for his mother's happiness provide a relatable and heartwarming story amidst the laughs. Audiences will be left eagerly awaiting the resolution and hoping that Jim can find a way to embrace his mother's happiness while maintaining the hilariously flawed family dynamic that makes this show a fan favorite.