Will & Grace

Name: Will & Grace
Released: 1998

A witty, career-driven interior designer and her sharp-tongued, gay lawyer best friend navigate life, love, and laughter in New York City, defying stereotypes and redefining friendship.

Directed by

James Burrows, Dale White

Written by

Max Mutchnick, David Kohan

First aired

1998

Rated

TV-PG

Seasons

11 seasons

Comedy

Will Truman and Grace Adler are best friends living in New York, and when Grace

Seasons & Episodes

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1.01The Pilot (Love & Marriage)Sep 21, 1998Rate
Grace faces a difficult decision after receiving an unexpected marriage proposal, as Will struggles to support her while believing she is making a mistake, risking their friendship. Karen, Grace's ambitious assistant, and Jack, Will's eccentric friend, complicate the situation with their own involvement.
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1.02A New Lease on LifeSep 28, 1998Rate
Will faces a choice between supporting Grace's independence by letting her move out or keeping her close by inviting her to live with him, a decision complicated by his current roommate Jack and his parrot, Guapo. Meanwhile, Karen and Jack meet for the first time and form an immediate positive connection.
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1.03Head CaseOct 5, 1998Rate
Grace moves in with Will and suggests renovating the bathroom, which forces him to confront his feelings about change and relationships. Jack and Karen find themselves caught in the middle of Will and Grace's growing tensions.
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1.04Between a Rock and Harlin's PlaceOct 12, 1998Rate
Grace's cowboy-themed redecoration of Harlin's apartment leaves Will embarrassed and flustered as he tries to manage the situation. At the same time, Jack begins pursuing a singing career with Karen's encouragement and support.
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1.05Boo! HumbugOct 26, 1998Rate
Will and Grace plan a quiet Halloween movie night with Ingmar Bergman films, but their plans are disrupted when Harlin leaves his energetic children with them. At the same time, Jack persuades Karen to join him at a downtown parade, where she ends up being celebrated as an honorary drag queen.
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1.06William, TellNov 9, 1998Rate
Grace becomes suspicious when Jack tells her that Will had an affair with a client, and her concerns intensify when Will meets with Karen under the pretense of consulting a client, without revealing the full truth.
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1.07Where There's a Will, There's No WayNov 16, 1998Rate
Grace attributes her disinterest in dating to her relationship with Will and concludes they can no longer enjoy time together. At the same time, Jack seeks Will's assistance when the IRS begins investigating him.
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1.08The Buying GameNov 30, 1998Rate
Grace considers purchasing the studio where she works and seeks advice from Will, but becomes frustrated by his approach, leading her to take control of the negotiation. At the same time, Jack explores a new career path by training to become a massage therapist, with Karen serving as his eager practice partner.
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1.09The Truth About Will and DogsDec 15, 1998Rate
Grace surprises Will by bringing home a puppy despite his objections, and he soon becomes overly attached, doting on the dog like a new parent. Concerned about the dog's influence, Jack and Karen encourage Will and Grace to spend a night out together.
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1.10The Big VentJan 5, 1999Rate
Will and Grace become obsessed with the dramatic lives of their downstairs neighbors, whose marital secrets they discover by eavesdropping through a new heating vent. As they become engrossed in the couple's affairs, Jack feels overlooked and teams up with Karen to create a theatrical production aimed at capturing their attention.
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1.11Will On IceJan 12, 1999Rate
Will celebrates his birthday with his friends Grace and Jack, who discover they both enjoy figure skating and surprise him with tickets to a Champions on Ice show, inviting Karen to join them for the evening.
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1.12My Fair Maid-yFeb 2, 1999Rate
Will hires a cleaning lady to help organize their apartment and free Grace from the clutter that hinders her design work, but she soon becomes reliant on the maid's presence to create. At the same time, Jack pretends to be a lawyer in Will's office in an effort to attract a potential romantic interest.
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1.13The Unsinkable Mommy AdlerFeb 9, 1999Rate
Grace's mom, Bobbi, a dramatic and theatrical woman, causes tension by joking that Will and Grace should get married, much to their confusion. While Will is unsettled by the idea of marriage, Grace begins to see more of her mother in herself than she expected.
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1.14Big Brother Is Coming (1)Feb 16, 1999Rate
Will is surprised at Jack's birthday party when Sam, Jack's estranged older brother, unexpectedly arrives at Grace's invitation. Tension rises as Sam's presence stirs unresolved feelings between him and Jack, while Grace and Sam find an unexpected connection. Meanwhile, Karen treats Jack to an extravagant shopping spree, using her platinum card to gain respect at a boutique where Jack was once snubbed.
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1.15Big Brother Is Coming (2)Feb 23, 1999Rate
Grace confides in Will about her past relationship with his brother, Sam, sparking tension and unresolved feelings. As Will deals with the emotional fallout and sibling rivalry, Karen supports Jack through his 30th birthday by offering him a job as her personal assistant, while also helping Grace clarify her emotions toward the Truman family.
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1.16Yours, Mine or OursMar 2, 1999Rate
Will and Grace find themselves vying for the attention of their attractive new neighbor during a dinner party, leaving even Jack uncertain about the man's sexual preferences. At the same time, Karen considers firing her driver and enlists Grace to help by role-playing the conversation.
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1.17Secrets and LaysMar 23, 1999Rate
The group spends a weekend at a Vermont cabin, where Grace reconnects with an ex while trying to keep it secret from Will, who is struggling with the approaching anniversary of his relationship. Karen's cooking falters, and Jack attempts to lift Will's spirits by taking him to a gay bar, where a new hair stylist takes an interest in him.
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1.18Grace, ReplacedApr 8, 1999Rate
Will turns to his new neighbor Val for companionship as Grace becomes increasingly absorbed with work, leading to concerns that he may be replacing Grace with Val. Torn between jealousy and insecurity, Grace confronts Val in an effort to reassert her place in Will's life. At the same time, Jack faces the consequences of his actions after being sentenced to community service for assaulting a meter maid.
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1.19Will Works OutApr 22, 1999Rate
Will invites Jack to his gym using a "buddy pass," but Jack becomes upset after overhearing Will's disparaging remarks about his behavior to Grace, prompting a confrontation about prejudice. At the same time, Grace offers emotional support to Karen as her marriage faces difficulties, leading to a heartfelt evening of conversation between the two.
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1.20Saving GraceApr 29, 1999Rate
A high-profile publicist enlists Grace to redecorate his home, with the added challenge of setting her up with Will, despite Will's strong dislike of him. At the same time, Jack enlists Karen's help to coach Will in kissing someone he finds unattractive.
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1.21Alley CatsMay 6, 1999Rate
Grace tries to become less competitive after Rob and Ellen express discomfort with her game-night style, but Will's own competitive side begins to take over. Meanwhile, Karen uses CPR skills taught to her by Jack to save the life of a construction worker.
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1.22Object of My RejectionMay 13, 1999Rate
Will is surprised to learn that Grace has resumed her relationship with her ex-fiancé, Danny, but decides not to get involved after being criticized for overstepping. At the same time, Jack agrees to marry Karen's outspoken maid, Rosario, as she seeks a spouse to assist with her immigration issues.
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