S01E01 Pilot
We follow perpetually-single Will as he attempts to woo women, while avoiding any real commitment. His life changes when a quirky, bohemian, vegan single mother, Fiona, and her 11-year-old son, Marcus, move in next door....
About a Boy
You don't have to be family to be family
Overview
Will Freeman lives a charmed existence as the ultimate man-child. After writing a hit song, he was granted a life of free time, free love and freedom from financial woes. He's single, unemployed and loving it. So imagine his surprise when Fiona, a needy single mom and her oddly charming 11-year-old son, Marcus, move in next door and disrupt his perfect world. When Marcus begins dropping by his home unannounced, Will's not so sure about being a kid's new best friend, until, of course, Will discovers that women find single dads irresistible. That changes everything and a deal is struck: Marcus will pretend to be Will's son and, in return, Marcus is allowed to chill at Will's house. Before he realizes it, Will starts to enjoy the visits and even finds himself looking out for the kid. In fact, this newfound friendship may very well teach him a thing or two that he never imagined possible - about himself and caring for others.
Episodes
S01E02 About Total Exuberance
Will agrees to babysit Marcus so Fiona can go on a job interview, but a last-minute invitation to a party complicates the situation.
S01E03 About a Godfather
Will struggles to pull off a guys' night out. Later, Andy asks Will to be his son's godfather.
S01E04 About a Girl
Marcus asks Will for advice on how to get invited to a girl's birthday party.
S01E07 About a Poker Night
Fiona intrudes on Will's poker night. Meanwhile, Marcus goes on his first sleepover.
S01E08 About a Slopmaster
Fiona oversees a project for Marcus' class. Later, Marcus goes on a shopping spree with Will.
S01E10 About a Boy's Dad
Marcus' dad makes a surprise visit. Meanwhile, Sam's demanding work schedule leaves little time for romance.
S01E11 About a Birthday Party
Scheduling problems arise as Will tries to plan a birthday party for Marcus. Meanwhile, Fiona and Sam get into a disagreement.
S01E12 About a Hammer
Will invites Sam to move in with him after she is forced to evacuate her apartment. Later, Will and Marcus build a tree house.
S01E13 About a Rib Chute
Will turns to Andy for advice after Sam gets a job offer in New York in the Season 1 finale.
Cast
David Walton
Will
Minnie Driver
Fiona
Benjamin Stockham
Marcus
Al Madrigal
Andy
Annie Mumolo
Laurie
