Big Love: Season 1
The first season of the television series Big Love explores the evolving institution of marriage through the perspective of an atypical family. The narrative centers on Bill Henrickson, a practicing polygamist residing in suburban Salt Lake City. Throughout the season, Henrickson navigates the complexities of his domestic life while attempting to meet the emotional, romantic, and financial needs of his three wives an
Season overview
The first season of the television series Big Love explores the evolving institution of marriage through the perspective of an atypical family. The narrative centers on Bill Henrickson, a practicing polygamist residing in suburban Salt Lake City. Throughout the season, Henrickson navigates the complexities of his domestic life while attempting to meet the emotional, romantic, and financial needs of his three wives and seven children. The series examines the challenges inherent in maintaining this family structure within a modern setting. As the story unfolds, the show highlights the various pressures placed upon the household as they balance their private lives with the demands of their environment. The program is categorized as a drama and focuses on the interconnected lives of the Henrickson family members as they pursue their dreams and manage the problems that arise from their unique living arrangement. By focusing on the daily realities of the family, the first season provides an overview of the difficulties associated with their lifestyle choices and the efforts required to sustain their relationships.
Episode Guide
Season 1 Progress Shield
Big Love
Mar 12, 2006 · 57 min
As Bill prepares for the opening of a new addition to his hardware store chain, he receives bad news about his father's health, and also deals with trying to balance the needs of h
Viagra Blue
Mar 19, 2006 · 52 min
While Bill seeks protection against the religious compound led by Roman Grant, things heat up between the sister-wives over Margene's overtly sexual behavior. Roman "The Prophet" a
Home Invasion
Mar 26, 2006 · 50 min
Bill gets a new home security system, Nicki throws a birthday party, new neighbours move in, and Margene meets her mother-in-law. Meanwhile, there's a break-in in Bill's hardware s
Eclipse
Apr 2, 2006 · 56 min
Bill goes on a hunting trip with his son Ben, Barb tries to get accredited as a full-time teacher, and shopaholic Nicki realizes she can't pay her credit card bills. Meanwhile, Sar
Affair
Apr 9, 2006 · 56 min
Nicki suspects that Bill is having an affair and is considering bringing a fourth wife to the family. Margene, feeling alone in the big house, befriends the new neighbor, Pam Marti
Roberta's Funeral
Apr 16, 2006 · 51 min
Bill attends the funeral of Frank's first wife Roberta at Juniper Creek, and strikes a deal with Roman. With Roberta out of the picture, Bill's mother Lois attempts to rise up on t
Eviction
Apr 23, 2006 · 55 min
Bill considers running an expensive advertising campaign, Barb finds out about Nicki's secret, and Margie goes to church with Pam, their neighbor. Meanwhile, Sarah brings home a su
Easter
Apr 30, 2006 · 53 min
Bill and Roman's disagreements result in lawsuits from both sides as well as unwanted houseguests from the compound. Sarah learns about her family's history from her grandmother an
A Barbecue for Betty
May 7, 2006 · 51 min
Bill wants to throw a party to celebrate Don's plans of getting a fourth wife but Nicki's massive credit card debt weighs heavily on his mind. Pam's friend attempts to make his mov
The Baptism
May 14, 2006 · 54 min
The Henrickson's prepare Teenie's baptism with friction and surprises from Barb's judgmental sister. Bill decides to take preemptive action against Roman with his brother. Margene
Where There's a Will
May 21, 2006 · 55 min
Both Bill and Barb get social recognition as Barb is selected as a finalist for a "Mother of the Year" award and Bill is asked to become a member of the Salt Lake City Leadership L
The Ceremony
Jun 4, 2006 · 49 min
To Roman's surprise, Bill and Joey attend the UEB priesthood council meeting. Alby's visit to Wanda brings out her old habits, which could potentially land Bill in a big trouble. R