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Mr. Sunshine Season 1 Episode 9

Ben and Vivian

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AIRED: Apr 06, 2011

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Ben's going to be surprised when he finds out that his one night stand is Crystal's new assistant. But Ben learns something about himself when he and Vivian try to carry on with their no-strings-attached relationship. Dave, the mascot, is driving Alonzo crazy. Meanwhile, Crystal's efforts at being a mom to Roman are brought to a sudden halt.moreless

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A few good jokes couldn't lift the episode to the top of comedy but the engaging relationship that chronicled through out the episode was well worth the watch.

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By angrodpallanen, May 15, 2011

We're pretty sure Lizzy Caplan could have chemistry with a doormat so it wasn't all too surprising that the first conversation with Matthew Perry's Ben had us hooked. What's admirable is that the character of Vivian is introduced, waved into the story and exited all within the span of twenty minutes. The story of Ben and Vivian is what most cliche summer comedies with A-listers are made of. Only more refreshing to see the story pan out so wonderfully between two great comedians in a fast pace without losing any of the charm. In fact, the episode sells Ben's transition from ladies man to someone who's ready for more so well that there's no sense of something the writers want to press in your face. Instead, it's welcome and natural. And if that wasn't enough, the episode offers character development for Roman and his mother too. A fun side story that has the heart, but missed the boat on any good jokes. A combination that could've made this episode golden. The feel of the finale is right, but for a comedy, especially with so many great comedies on TV, there were simply not enough laughs. Though the final scene with Alonzo was an awesome punchline.moreless
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Matthew Perry	Ben Donovan
Allison Janney	Crystal Cohen
Andrea Anders	Alice
James LeSure	Alonzo
Nate Torrence	Roman Cohen

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Toby Huss	Travis	Guest Star
Lizzy Caplan	Vivian	Guest Star
Matt Levin	Matt	Guest Star
David Pressman (I)	Dave the Mascot	Recurring Role

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- Original International Air Dates:
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