Mary Ann returns to Barbary Lane for Mrs. Madrigal's 90th birthday celebration & finds herself engaged in some familial drama. So first, the cast; Linney & Dukakis make another appearance in the roles they made famous, Paul Gross make a welcome return as Brian, and Murray Bartlett effortlessly steps into the role of Mouse. In addition, we have Page taking the role of Shawna, who thinks she's Mary Ann & Brian's daughter (but is actually the child of deceased friend Connie), and Barnett as Mouse's younger lover. We also meet the new tenants, one of whom has recently transitioned to male & thinks he's experiencing some confusion.

All the characters have moved on over the past 25 years although, I'm a bit confused about that timeline & Shawna's stated age. Nevertheless, it looks like another party at 28 Barbary Lane and I wouldn't miss it for the world.

I love the vibe of the pilot. I hope the rest is as great