Jack & Bobby

What if you could watch the next great American president grow up? That compelling question is the idea behind a powerful new drama from master storytellers Greg Berlanti (Everwood, Dawson's Creek), Thomas Schlamme (The West Wing, Ally McBeal), Vanessa Taylor (Everwood) and Mickey Liddell (Everwood, Go).
If "greatness is thrust upon us," as Winston Churchill once said, then it stands to reason that those who are destined for greatness are rarely aware of it. Take Jack (newcomer Matthew Long) and Bobby McCallister (Logan Lerman, The Butterfly Effect) for example: two bright young brothers growing up under the watchful eye of their eccentric single mother Grace McCallister (Christine Lahti, Chicago Hope). Grace's personality is a force of nature destined to shape both of these young men's lives and secure one a place in the history books - as President of the United States.

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Jack & Bobby - 101 - Pilot

submitted 2004-09-13 03:33:53
Airdate: 2004-09-12

Jack and Bobby McCallister are two bright young brothers growing up in Hart, Missouri, under the watchful eye of their eccentric single mother Grace, a college professor whose strong personality helps shape both of these young men's lives and secure one a place in the history books - as President of the United States. Grace and Jack's temperamental mother/son relationship takes a dangerous toll on Bobby as he gets caught in their rival forces, prompting a major change in the McCallister household. The arrival of a new college president, Peter Benedict, and his beautiful daughter, Courtney, makes an impression on the McCallisters that lasts a lifetime.

Jack & Bobby - 102 - Better Days

submitted 2004-09-19 21:23:27
Airdate: 2004-09-19

Grace and Bobby help with a College Democrats rally. Jack explodes after catching Grace smoking pot again and gives her an ultimatum. However, after a particularly trying day, Grace seeks refuge in her old habit and is unprepared for the price she must pay for the one joint. One of Grace's co-workers gets fired, and Grace goes to bat for her without all the facts in handCourtney and Jack continue to explore their relationship.

Jack & Bobby - 103 - The Kindness of Strangers

submitted 2004-09-27 07:16:58
Airdate: 2004-09-26

Grace goes out of town to a faculty retreat; Jack plans a party at the house while Grace is away; Bobby's new friends get him into trouble; Grace is conflicted on what to do when she finds out her student TA plagarized one of her papers in class; In the future, Presidential candidate McCallister gets help in a debate from an unlikely source.

Jack & Bobby - 104 - A Man of Faith

submitted 2004-10-04 05:28:30
Airdate: 2004-10-03

Bobby's interest in religion is piqued when he helps Warren study for his Bar Mitzvah. Elswhere Grace insults a Arab-American female student, Hebba (guest-star Lisa Pintel) with deep religious beliefs. Taking offense, Grace chastises Hebba in front of the class, prompting a campus-wide boycott of her classes. Jack gets a chance to rejoin the track team when the coach needs a replacement runner for Marcus, who's on academic probation.

Jack & Bobby - 105 - The First Lady

submitted 2004-10-11 05:12:19
Airdate: 2004-10-10

The future reveals a dark secret about the soon-to-be First Lady. Back in the present, Jack offers to escort a depressed Courtney to her father's work fundraiser leading to an unexpected confession and kiss. Bobby is having problems with another school bully. Meanwhile, much to the consternation of her sons, Grace offers to let a homeless man stay at their house for a few days until she can find him a better place to live.

Jack & Bobby - 106 - An Innocent Man

submitted 2004-10-18 05:16:22
Airdate: 2004-10-17

Grace is stunned after Benedict informs her that her fellow colleague and good friend has been accused of sexually harassing a student. Grace immediately defends her co-worker but must re- think her loyalty when new evidence arises. Meanwhile, Bobby is spending so much time with his new girlfriend, Dex (guest star Jeanette Brox), he begins to neglect his school work. Under pressure from Grace to succeed, Bobby cheats on his test. Still reeling from the guilt of kissing Courtney, Jack is horrified to discover she and Missy (Keri Lynn Pratt) have become friends. Lastly, in the future, President McCallister is accused of sexual harassment.

Jack & Bobby - 107 - Valentino

submitted 2004-10-28 04:33:39
Airdate: 2004-10-27

Bobby's relationship with Dex (guest-star Jeanette Brox) continues to grow until Grace walks in on them kissing in her study. After failing to convince Bobby to break it off with Dex, Grace and Jack take matters into their own hands. Meanwhile, Peter shows his overprotective side when she considers going out with a college frat boy, and though he has Courtney's best interests at heart, ultimately causes her embarrassment among her peers. Also, the future reveals that President McCallister has trouble with his oldest of four sons, Jack, and the secret service.

Jack & Bobby - 108 - Election Night

submitted 2004-11-04 05:01:33
Airdate: 2004-11-03

Bobby is heartbroken over his break-up with Dex (guest-star Jeanette Brox) and decides to get even with Jack after finding out he is responsible for their split. Bobby's actions cause Jack, Missy and Courtney much embarrassment and anger, which results in a feud between the brothers. Bobby accompanies himself on Jack and Missy's date. Meanwhile, Grace and Tom (Bradley Cooper) sneak away from the campus election night party to smoke pot, which proves to be a terrible mistake for Grace and her family.
Grace is eagerly awaiting who won the 2004 presidential election. Lastly, in the future 2040 political leaders talk about Pres. McCallister and the night he won the presidential election by only a few votes.

Jack & Bobby - 109 - Chess Lessons

submitted 2004-11-11 04:27:30
Airdate: 2004-11-10

Grace promises to be on her best behavior when she and Jack go to Missy's house for dinner but loses her cool after the Reverend (guest-star Ed Begley, Jr.) starts attacking her ideals poltical policies. Upset by the event, Grace turns to Tom (Bradley Cooper) and the two share a very romantic moment. Meanwhile, Bobby intentionally loses at chess games with Peter in order to spend more time with him. Also, Courtney uses Marcus to get back at Jack. Lastly, in the future Pres. McCallister uses chess in his way of strategizing a war.

Jack & Bobby - 110 - The Lost Boys

submitted 2004-11-18 05:16:03
Airdate: 2004-11-17

Grace's warm, intelligent, gay younger brother Jimmy makes a surprise visit for Thanksgiving. Grace is thrilled that he has returned, but her feelings change after he lands in jail on drug charges. Meanwhile, one of Jack's high school teammates on the track team, Matt, is gay and has a crush on Jack, and is distraught when Jack finds out his reaction. Later on Matt commmits suicide and the whole entire school is surprised by the matter. Jack feels responsible for that matter.

Jack & Bobby - 111 - Today I am a Man

submitted 2004-12-02 07:27:45
Airdate: 2004-12-01

Jack is mortified after Grace catches him buying condoms in preparation for his big night with Missy. Trying to be supportive of his actions, Grace insists that Jack talk to her about sex and questions him about whether he is sure Missy is the right girl. Meanwhile, Jimmy slips back into his old habits, forcing Grace to make a difficult decision about her family. Also, Bobby tries to help Warren win over his crush Deena but is surprised when she declares she has feelings for Bobby.