Ep 10. Cake Walk

After a long and emotional season filled with unexpected twists and turns, the finale of Casual season 3, "Cake Walk," brings closure to several storylines while setting up the potential for a fresh start in season 4.

The episode begins with Valerie (Michaela Watkins) and Alex (Tommy Dewey) meeting to discuss their mother's upcoming birthday. As they plan the party together, they reflect on how far they've come since the start of the season, with Valerie finally finding success in her career and Alex learning to let go of his control issues. However, tensions between the siblings rise when Valerie invites her ex-boyfriend, Jack (Kyle Bornheimer), to the party.

Meanwhile, Laura (Tara Lynne Barr) struggles with her feelings for her professor, Ian (Josh Casaubon). When Ian invites her to a party, she debates whether or not to go. Meanwhile, Leon (Nyasha Hatendi) tries to convince Alex to take a chance on a new business venture, but Alex is hesitant due to his past failures.

As the party begins, tensions rise between Valerie and Jack, leading to a confrontation that forces Valerie to confront her feelings for him. Meanwhile, Laura takes a chance and attends Ian's party, but things don't go as planned. Leon, however, finds unexpected success with his business venture, leading Alex to reconsider his reluctance.

As the night wears on, the family gathers to sing happy birthday to their mother, and tensions between Valerie and Jack come to a head once again. However, the surprise arrival of a familiar face throws everything into chaos and sets the stage for a potentially game-changing season 4.

Overall, "Cake Walk" provides a satisfying conclusion to a season filled with complex emotions, personal growth, and unexpected surprises. It sets up several intriguing storylines for the future, while offering closure to past conflicts and leaving viewers eager for more.