Ep 3. Head Case

Will & Grace season 1 episode 3, "Head Case" sees our titular characters dealing with their respective insecurities. Will (Eric McCormack) is feeling overwhelmed by his job as a lawyer and takes on a case defending a man who is suing his workplace claiming he was fired for being gay. Meanwhile, Grace (Debra Messing) is feeling insecure about her looks as she prepares to attend her ex-boyfriend's wedding.

As Will navigates the case, he finds himself facing off against his former mentor (played by John Benjamin Hickey). The two clash over the handling of the case, with Will feeling like his mentor is more concerned with winning than with doing what's right for their client. This causes Will to question whether he's become too jaded in his job and whether he's losing touch with the reasons he became a lawyer in the first place.

Grace, on the other hand, is struggling with her self-image. She's constantly comparing herself to her ex-boyfriend's fiancée, who she sees as younger, thinner, and more put-together. She enlists the help of Jack (Sean Hayes) to help boost her confidence, but his attempts to do so only seem to make things worse. Eventually, Grace realizes that true confidence comes from within and she decides to attend the wedding on her own terms.

Throughout the episode, the theme of self-doubt is tackled in a humorous and relatable way. Will and Grace both grapple with their own insecurities, but their journey towards self-acceptance is a reminder that we all have something we're unsure about. It's a reminder to be kind to ourselves and to remember that we're all just trying to figure it out as we go along.

Overall, Will & Grace season 1 episode 3 is a satisfying and entertaining episode that touches on deeper issues while still making us laugh. The chemistry between the cast is evident and the writing is sharp, making for a show that's both enjoyable and thought-provoking.