[s1e11] The Homecoming Review

The episode revolves around three primary conflicts during the Thanksgiving holiday:

The eleventh episode of the first season of , titled " The Homecoming ," is a central Thanksgiving-themed episode that aired on November 19, 2003. It is best known for its dual-narrative structure: a high-stakes visit to Ryan's hometown and a chaotic comedy-of-errors dinner at the Cohen house. Core Plotlines

: Ryan reluctantly returns to his hometown of Chino after his brother, Trey , calls him from prison asking for a "favor". Marissa tags along, gaining her first real insight into Ryan’s difficult past and meeting his ex-girlfriend, Theresa .