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Summary Competition is the word of the day as Ron competes for a job at the head office, Casey for best all around at the events and Roman and Kyle compete with Val Halla catering. Our Take A standout hour,…

Summary At a community theater, the onstage farce trickles into real life as Kyle promises to help his old mentor by romancing a wealthy female patron with the funds to save the theater. Our Take A strong episode with a…

Summary At his own birthday, Steve Guttenberg volunteers to turn his party into a writing workshop when he overhears Roman and writing partner Kent discussing their script. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and…

Summary The funeral of a patriarch goes awry when the deceased’s mistress arrives to pay her last respects. Kyle is mesmerized by the possibility of learning the blues from a real bluesman. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak,…

Summary Catering an orgy proves to be the wrong place for Ron to deal with his recent breakup. Roman seizes the opportunity to help the host create the ideal orgy atmosphere. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the…

Summary Having trouble letting go of his leadership position, Ron and Henry clash at a fundraiser where parents will do anything to get their kids into an exclusive elementary school. Our Take A transition episode that sets up more than…

Summary As the struggling new Party Down team leader, Henry is forced to juggle an incognito rock star, the return of of Ron Donald and Casey, the girl who broke his heart. Our Take A soundly crafted episode with more…

Summary The team is excited to cater a lavish gay wedding, but must take a backseat to the chiseled men of the Adonis catering company. While Ron falls apart, Henry is forced to take charge. Our Take Confident and engaging.…

Summary Ron decides to cater his own reunion, and begins to slip back into his old drunken habits. Henry considers moving home, causing Casey to consider their “casual” relationship. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and…

Summary The Party Down team’s actors are recognized at a party and treated as stars. But when Roman and Ron discover the host is a mobster, they suspect his screenplay might be a confession. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The…