Ep 12. First Christmas

Mike & Molly is an American sitcom that follows the lives of two individuals, Mike and Molly, who meet and fall in love at an Overeaters Anonymous meeting. The show is currently in its sixth and final season, having aired on CBS from 2010-2016.

Season 1 episode 12, titled "First Christmas," follows Mike and Molly as they navigate their first holiday season as a couple. The episode begins with Molly inviting her family over to her apartment for Christmas Eve dinner, much to Mike's reluctance. Mike, who comes from a dysfunctional family, is not fond of the holidays and is hesitant to spend the evening with Molly's loved ones. However, Molly insists, and Mike agrees to go along with the plan.

As they prepare for the evening, Mike and Molly talk about their different Christmas traditions. Molly's family enjoys a fancy dinner followed by opening presents, while Mike's family just eats Chinese food and watches a movie. They decide to combine their traditions and have a nice dinner followed by watching a classic holiday movie, "It's a Wonderful Life."

Things start to go awry when Molly's alcoholic sister drinks too much and becomes belligerent. Mikie tries to diffuse the situation by getting her a cab home, but in the process, her drunk boyfriend tears apart some of Molly's Christmas decorations. The night ends on a sour note, and Molly is visibly upset.

Mike tries to make it up to her by taking her to a special Christmas surprise: a display of Christmas lights at a nearby park. Molly is initially hesitant, but soon finds herself enjoying the beautiful light display. Mike admits that he may not be the biggest fan of the holiday season, but he loves spending time with her and making new traditions.

The episode ends on a heartwarming note, with Mike and Molly sharing a kiss and looking forward to spending many more Christmases together.

Overall, "First Christmas" is a charming and relatable episode that captures the joys and challenges of the holiday season. The show's strong ensemble cast, led by Melissa McCarthy and Billy Gardell, delivers comedic and emotional performances that make the episode a standout in the series. Fans of the show and anyone looking for a heartwarming holiday-themed episode will enjoy "First Christmas."