Premise:
“Mom” centers around Christy Plunkett, a recovering alcoholic and single mother, who is trying to put her tumultuous past behind her while navigating challenges like relationships, work, and parenting. The series gains additional complexity through Christy’s own mom, Bonnie, also a recovering addict, who’s trying to mend her relationship with Christy while facing her own issues. Set mostly in Napa Valley, California, the show digs deep into the harsh realities and redeeming qualities of flawed human beings, showing the ups and downs of life through the lens of family, friendship, and the journey toward sobriety.
Main Central Characters:
- Christy Plunkett (Anna Faris): A single mother working as a waitress, who’s trying to remain sober and rebuild her life.
- Bonnie Plunkett (Allison Janney): Christy’s mother, also a recovering addict, who is often brutally honest but deeply caring.
- Marjorie (Mimi Kennedy): A wise, older friend who acts as a mentor to many women in her Alcoholics Anonymous group.
- Wendy (Beth Hall): A quirky, naive, but good-hearted nurse who’s also a part of the support group.
- Jill Kendall (Jaime Pressly): A wealthy but emotionally troubled woman in the recovery group.
Themes:
“Mom” addresses topics of addiction, recovery, and the complexities of mother-daughter relationships. It delves into the harsh truths about substance abuse while offering hope and humor. The show also explores themes like forgiveness, redemption, and the importance of community and support groups in overcoming personal struggles.
Critical Consensus and Rating: 4/5
The show has received a strong critical rating of 4 out of 5. Critics have lauded the show’s willingness to tackle serious issues like addiction, poverty, and family dysfunction with humor and heart. Allison Janney’s performance has been particularly praised. The occasional criticism focuses on how the show sometimes flirts with melodrama.
TV Parental Guidelines Rating:
“Mom” is rated TV-14 for its mature themes surrounding addiction, as well as for some language and sexual content.
Broadcast Information:
The show originally aired on CBS from 2013 to 2021.
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