Season 1 Episode 1 - Mom -

The pilot episode of the sitcom , which originally aired on September 23, 2013, establishes the show's unique blend of dark comedy and serious themes. The episode centers on Christy Plunkett, a newly sober single mother living in Napa Valley, who is struggling to repair her life and relationships while working as a waitress. Plot Summary

: The episode opens with Christy (Anna Faris) working a shift at the Rustic Fig , where she breaks down in tears while serving customers, illustrating the raw difficulty of her early sobriety. Mom - Season 1 Episode 1

: Christy encounters her estranged mother, Bonnie (Allison Janney), at an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting. Bonnie, also a recovering addict, attempts to force her way back into Christy’s life, leading to immediate tension. The pilot episode of the sitcom , which