Big Love (LWM) | Season 1 | Episode 9

A Barbecue for Betty

TV-MA | 51 MIN

Nicki drops a bombshell on Bill. Don falls hard for Betty. A vote-obsessed Margene leaves Chad hanging.

In the series premiere, polygamist Bill Henrickson juggles his business demands with those of his three wives and seven kids.

Bill compensates for rising demands at home and looks for protection from Roman's henchmen.

Nicki plans an extravagant birthday party for her son Wayne, to Bill's chagrin.

Bill searches for answers to an unsettling dream, and the family has its hands full during a lunar eclipse.

Bill and Barb's behavior arouses Nicki's suspicions. Bill and Don dig for dirt on Roman. Marge befriends a neighbor.

Bill makes Roman a settlement proposal. Barb bails out Nicki. Lois sees an opportunity for promotion.

Roman gives the Henrickson clan his answer to Bill's proposal. Barb uncovers Nicki's not-so-little secret.

Bill's household gets a lot more crowded. Franklin indulges his bad habits. Roman is surprised by Bill's new offer.

Nicki drops a bombshell on Bill. Don falls hard for Betty. A vote-obsessed Margene leaves Chad hanging.

The Henricksons plan for Teenie's baptism. Bill attempts to infiltrate Roman's UEB Council.

Barb, Nicki and Margene mull over custody scenarios. Bill is recruited by an influential civic group.

In the season finale, Wanda causes more trouble with Roman, and Barb attends the Mother of the Year ceremony.