The award-winning HBO drama series that takes a darkly comic look at a dysfunctional L.A. family that runs a funeral business.more
The award-winning HBO drama series that takes a darkly comic look...More
Starring: Peter KrauseMichael C. HallFrances Conroy
Creator: Alan Ball
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An ornery widower camps out in the Fisher Funeral Home; sparks fly between Claire and Billy. Ruth spurns Hiram and is later wooed by a Russian florist. David is pursued by a pushy parishioner while performing charity work. And an examination of the business's receipts uncovers some interesting secrets.
When a young Army vet dies of Gulf War Syndrome, his brother opts for a cremation and disposal of the body. Ruth has Hiram over to cook dinner and then takes a job with Nikolai. David's church involvement results in his casting a very important vote. And Billy interferes with Nate and Brenda's vacation plans.
In an effort to raise income, Nate and David decide to rent out a room in the funeral home. Claire struggles to grasp the lessons of her outreach hike in the mountains. Ruth attempts to reconcile her feelings about Hiram. Brenda's Aussie friend gets under Nate's skin. And David is buoyed by the news of extra funeral business.
A gay man's murder forces David to confont his own fears about his lifestyle; Brenda's parents and Nate consider getting help for the increasingly troubled Billy ... but Brenda isn't so sure that's the answer. Meanwhile, Ruth, Claire and David all share secrets with respective acquaintances.
In the first season's final episode, written and directed by series creator Alan Ball, the Fisher family experiences the control-freak side of Tracy Montrose Blaire. Brenda visits a remorseful Billy. David faces problems at his church. Gabe reverts to some bad habits. Rico finds reason to celebrate.