Ep 1. Sex, Lies and Second Thoughts

It's an all-new episode of everyone's favorite quirky legal dramedy, Ally McBeal! Season 4 kicks off with "Sex, Lies and Second Thoughts," a riveting installment that sees our favorite attorney getting herself embroiled in yet another dramatic situation.

As always, the show's signature humor and idiosyncratic style are on full display from the very first scene. We open on Ally (played with effortless charm by Calista Flockhart) doing her signature dance routine in her apartment. But her self-indulgence is interrupted by a knock at the door- and it's Al Green!

Ally's ecstatic to meet the legendary soul singer, and they spend a delightful afternoon together. But when Al asks her out on a date, Ally finds herself grappling with some unexpected feelings. Could this be the start of a new romance for our beloved protagonist?

Meanwhile, at the office, the other lawyers are dealing with some intense cases of their own. Cage and Fish take on a client who's being sued by his own therapist for talking in his sleep. John and Nelle defend a wealthy couple who are facing a nasty divorce, while Elaine struggles to cope with her own emotional turbulence.

But the central focus of the episode is undoubtedly the love triangle between Ally, her ex-boyfriend Billy (played by Gil Bellows), and his new fiancée Georgia (played by Courtney Thorne-Smith). Ally's still deeply in love with Billy, but he's moved on with Georgia- and things are about to get even more complicated.

Throughout the episode, we see Ally grappling with her feelings for Billy and trying to figure out if there's any chance of reconciling with him. But as she watches him and Georgia plan their wedding, she begins to realize that maybe it's time to move on and start fresh.

The episode culminates in a tense, emotional confrontation between Ally, Billy, and Georgia. Without giving anything away, let's just say that this scene is a masterclass in acting from all three performers- and you won't be able to take your eyes off the screen.

Overall, "Sex, Lies and Second Thoughts" is an excellent start to Season 4 of Ally McBeal. It's funny, touching, and packed with all the quirky charm that fans of the show have come to know and love. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to the series, this episode is definitely worth watching.