Justin Stella

Mid-life Alex becomes friends with another dad at Abby's school, Ben (Vincent Ventresca), without realizing he's the guy who ruined his marriage. Also, Young Alex competes for Nori's attention on a field trip, and Older Alex runs into his former business rival, Kelly Frasier (Vanessa Williams).

Lisa decides to invest money in Mid-life Alex's new invention, and it begins to affect their dating relationship. Also, while Young Alex and Justin secretly play with their Christmas present from their parents ahead of the holiday, they accidentally break it, and Older Alex interferes with Abby's career.

Mid-life Alex sells one of his inventions to his childhood arch-nemesis, Phil (Stephen Rannazzisi). Also, Young Alex is challenged to a fight by his classmate, Phil (Justin Stella), and Older Alex accompanies Eleanor to Phil's funeral and gives an eulogy when no one steps up to speak.

Lainey is asked to direct another school musical, but she is unsure if she can top herself after the success of last year's show; Coach Mellor's athletic records may soon be broken, so he must find a way to keep his name in the spotlight.