Ep 4. A Friend in Dee
- October 1, 2011
- 22 min
Producing Parker season 1 episode 4, titled "A Friend in Dee," follows the adventures of Parker Kovak, a sarcastic and resilient TV producer trying to balance her personal and professional life. In this episode, Parker's personal life gets even more complicated when her ex-roommate, Dee, shows up unexpectedly at her apartment.
Dee is a happy-go-lucky activist who quickly settles in and makes herself at home, much to Parker's dismay. Parker is a neat freak who likes to have everything in its place and organized, and Dee is the complete opposite. She's messy, loud, and has no sense of boundaries. Parker tries to be polite, but she quickly realizes that Dee is going to be a problem.
Things go from bad to worse when Parker's boyfriend, Tim, stops by for a surprise visit. Tim is a successful lawyer who has everything together, which only adds to Parker's stress. She's worried that Tim will judge her for her messy apartment and her irresponsible roommate.
To make matters worse, Parker has a big job interview the next day and needs to prepare, but Dee's constant interruptions make it impossible to focus. Parker tries to explain the situation to Dee, but Dee doesn't seem to understand why Parker needs to be alone.
Despite all the chaos, Parker manages to pull off her interview and lands the job. However, when she returns home, she's in for a shock – Dee has completely redecorated the apartment to make it more "lively." Parker is horrified and tries to tell Dee to change everything back, but Dee is thrilled with the new look.
The episode ends on a bittersweet note as Parker realizes that Dee is a good friend but also a terrible roommate. She's grateful for Dee's support but knows that they can't continue living together. Parker finally finds the courage to tell Dee the truth, and although Dee is upset, she ultimately understands.
Overall, "A Friend in Dee" is a hilarious and relatable episode that explores the challenges of balancing personal and professional responsibilities and navigating complicated friendships. The episode is packed with witty one-liners and hilarious physical comedy, making it a must-watch for anyone who loves a good sitcom.
