Texas Two-Step (2026) Movie Script

1
Her daddy says
he ain't worth a lick
When it comes to brains
He got the short end
of the stick
But Katie's young and man,
she just don't care
She'd follow Tommy anywhere
She's in love with the boy
She's in love with the boy
She's in love with the boy
And even if
they have to run away
She's gonna
marry that boy someday
[Meryl] Stop!
No, no, no, no,
this isn't working.
Uh...
Thank you.
[Meryl sighs] You're great.
You're incredible.
I love you both so much,
but, uh...
this is awful.
It-it looks stiff.
Does it feel stiff?
Because it looks stiff.
Again...
I love you both so much.
Olivia, can I borrow you
for a sec?
[Olivia] Be right there, Meryl.
Uh, can you have Terry
bump up the intensity
on the left panel
ten percent, please?
And confirm the dinner
reservations for the clients.
They wanted barbecue, of course.
And please make sure
Meryl gets a snack.
How can I help?
Uh, everybody, this is
Olivia Marsden, my producer,
one of the best in the business.
She holds the circus,
that is me, together.
All three rings.
The concept
for this shoot was all her.
[Meryl] We are
going for motion, romance.
Swooning.
We gotta sell these boots.
Can you tell them how to dance
so they actually look
like they like dancing?
Got it.
Again, love you both so much.
You got it.
Have y'all two-stepped before?
I went to Juilliard.
Okay, great.
So we'll start with the basics.
Your hand is gonna go here.
Right. And have some...
just some tension here.
[Olivia] Okay, just breathe.
It's supposed to be like you've
done this all the time, right?
There's... there's a real
history here, right?
-Sure.
-Right.
Yeah.
Think of it this way.
You've been dreaming of him,
and he's been waiting
for the perfect moment...
-And...
-[Meryl] Playback!
He says, young lady
[Meryl] That is it.
Olivia, you are a genius.
Oh, yes. Keep dancing.
Mama breaks in,
says "don't lose your temper"
It wasn't very long ago
Yes! Beautiful!
When you yourself was just
a hayseed plowboy
Who didn't have
a row to hoe...
My daddy said...
[music fades out]
She's in love with the boy
She's in love with the boy
She's in love with the boy
[Meryl exhales]
The clients are thrilled,
of course.
I still wish we could have shot
at your aunt's bar.
Uh, maybe next time.
It's not going anywhere.
How long has it been
in the family?
Uh, she and her husband, Pete,
started Sweetwaters when
she was younger than I am now.
They lived their entire
marriage in a little cottage
right next door.
Even though Pete passed
a few years ago,
she would not dream
of closing the place.
-It's very special.
-[phone dings]
[Meryl] Sounds amazing.
Your car is here.
And as your producer,
I'm producing you
into this vacation.
I just don't get relaxing,
or vacations.
I mean, what am I supposed
to do in Sedona
at some spa for a week?
Just sit?
You're relaxing, and you do
your best work sometimes
and have great ideas when
you slow down for two seconds.
Right.
Right, but then,
Milan for the Grappelli shoot.
Oh, it is going to be
so much fun.
We are gonna eat Italian food,
flirt with Italian men,
and most importantly,
get back to work.
-Yes. Work. Let's go.
-[phone dings]
Ugh, fine.
Sorry, I'm a brat.
You are wonderful
and I love you.
Have a good trip.
Thank you for everything.
June, we're going out tonight.
It's officially my week off.
[phone ringing]
Mason.
[Olivia] Hey.
Is everything okay?
Hey, Olivia.
Sorry to bother you.
I know you must be working hard.
[Olivia] No, no. It's fine.
You're just not really a caller.
Is everything okay
with Aunt Ruby?
She's been getting these spells.
I've tried to tell her
to take better care of herself,
but you know how she is.
She doesn't sit down.
Yeah, well, I spoke to her
this weekend, and, um,
she didn't mention anything.
Yeah, she doesn't want anyone
to feel like they need
to take care of her.
But the way she's been feeling,
I know she'd love to see you.
Of course. Yeah, yeah.
-I can be home tomorrow.
-Okay, good.
And please, don't tell Ruby
I called you.
She'll be mad at me for telling
tales outside of school.
Your secret is safe with me.
-Bye, Mason.
-Bye, now.
Aren't you a good girl?
You're nice and healthy.
Should we get you a treat?
[Olivia] Hey, June.
Change of plans.
I have to go home tomorrow.
Rain check?

[phone ringing]
Meryl, it is 8:00 p.m..
Aren't you supposed to be
at a massage?
I am, and it's weird.
Oh, no. You're doing great.
Love it!
But it's like you said,
when I slow down,
I do have good ideas.
I just came up
with a great concept
for the Milan shoot,
wanted to run it by you
while it was fresh.
Sure, go for it.
Silver.
-Silver...
-For the wardrobe,
the art direction.
All of it, silver.
[Olivia] I got it. Silver, yeah.
You should go relax,
because I booked that vacation
and I know how much it costs.
Fine.
Milan. Silver. Ciao!
"Silver. Ciao!"
That woman makes me tired.
All this blah, blah, blah,
about her photos and her ideas
when she should be letting you
take the pictures.
I mean, look at these.
These are great.
Thanks.
But you're not
getting to do more of it
because you're holding the great
Meryl James's hand 24/7.
For the record,
I rarely have to hold her hand.
We're in a partnership.
And she is one of the most
sought after photographers
in the world, and it's my job
to make sure she stays that way.
-I'm proud of that.
-Which is great.
But also...
You could be great too.
I'm gonna do my own stuff.
-When I get time.
-When you find the time.
Did you bring laundry?
No.
I'm coming with you tomorrow.
-You are?
-Liv.
We have been best friends
since we were waitressing at
the worst bar on Sixth Street.
And as much as I love
hearing you talk about
growing up with Aunt Ruby
at the world famous Sweetwaters.
I would love it so much more
if I could meet her in person.
I would love for you
to meet her in person.
But...
No, but.
I'm just worried.
[June] Oh.
Yeah.
I know how Aunt Ruby took you in
after your parents...
I know how much
she means to you.
Yeah.
Aunt Ruby made that time as easy
as it possibly could have been,
after they were gone.
I owe her everything.
Which is why we are going
to drop everything
to get down there
and sort it all out.
Are there real
cowboys down there?
-Yeah. Oh, yeah.
-Okay.
Well, then I gotta make sure
you don't get stolen by one.
Why would I get stolen
by a cowboy?
I don't know.
Just a joke.
[snaps fingers] Road trip!
Let's go, girls.
Stolen by cowboy.
Drop-top down,
hands up high
Staying out late
on a Friday night
you make me feel so alive
I just wanna, I just wanna
feel the wind running
through my hair
Highway driving to anywhere
east or west,
baby I don't care
I just wanna, I just wanna
be with you, be with you
be with you, be with you
be with you, be with you
be with you, be with you
This is even better
than I hoped it would be.
Wait 'till you see the inside.
Is this heaven?
Yeah.
[Kenny] Is that
who I think it is?
This is heaven.
[Kenny] Olivia, get over here!
-[Bill] Hey, you!
-Hey, guys.
Ain't you a sight for sore eyes.
[Travis] We've been
waiting on you!
Bill's wastin' away with worry.
Yeah, I lost half a pound.
Aww.
Kenny, Bill, Travis,
this is my best friend, June.
Hi.
The Sugarfoots
have been playing here
for as long as I can remember,
and they helped raise me.
Oh. We didn't do much.
Actually, Kenny helped me
change the oil on my truck.
Taught me how to do that.
Oh, and Bill
showed me how to make a splint.
He's the town doctor.
And Travis taught me
how to make biscuits.
You never made me biscuits.
I thought we were friends.
The Sugafoots are a big reason
that Sweetwaters is famous.
Everybody in country dancing
knows that this is
the best place to dance,
and they're the best band
to dance to.
Oh, we do like our jobs.
Olivia, you seen Luke yet?
Who's Luke?
-[metal clangs]
-Oh! Dang it.
Oh, you walked
into it that time, Kenny.
I keep forgetting to fix
that thing.
We put it on the list.
The list never gets any shorter,
does it?
Bill, how's Ruby?
Mason called and said
he was worried about her.
Oh, it's like Sweetwaters.
A little TLC wouldn't hurt,
but she's still good.
[door opens]
See for yourself.
[Mason] Watch your step, Ruby.
[Ruby] I don't need you to tell
me where the steps are, Mason.
I know every square inch
of this place.
[gasps] Olivia!
Aunt Ruby!
It's so good to see you.
Oh.
It's so good to be seen, honey.
Why didn't you tell me
you were coming?
Oh, everyone loves surprises.
Well, at my age,
waking up is a surprise.
But this is better.
-Hi, Mason.
-Hi, Olivia.
Hi, I'm Mason.
Olivia's second cousin.
-I'm...
-Oh, this must be June!
Oh, I've heard
all about this gal.
Mmhmm.
Oh, Olivia's lucky
to have a friend like you.
Oh, gosh.
I might just start crying
for how happy
I am to finally meet you.
Well, if we're going to cry,
let's do it over some sodas.
I'm gonna go talk to the boys
before we open up.
I'll come check on you all soon.
Great!
[June] I mean, all right.
Nice to meet you, Mason.
So, Aunt Ruby, cane is new.
June!
You haven't seen Olivia dance
here at Sweetwaters,
but you're in for a treat.
Uh, I know where this is going.
See those little boots?
That's her first pair.
I bought 'em for her
when she moved in with me
and her Uncle Petey.
She learned
how to two-step in those
right on that floor.
Aww, little boots.
You know,
the mark of a real dancer
is when you can make
your partner look good,
even when they don't quite know
what they're doing.
That's exactly what she does.
-[class clinks]
-All right, you two.
I'm gonna get a big head
if you don't stop.
-[laughing]
-[phone dings]
[June] Speaking of
making people look good,
what does Meryl want now?
"Get aloe Mini for eel
and my car to Maryland."
Meryl has an eel?
Get aluminum and mylar to Milan.
That's what she wants.
Oh, totally.
That's what I thought she said.
On it. Go relax.
I know you didn't drive
all the way out here
to be on that phone.
You put that dang thing away.
Sorry. It's work stuff.
Well, work on talking to me.
Have you seen Luke?
We came straight here.
Sorry. Who is Luke?
So, Aunt Ruby,
you gotta tell me
what's with the cane?
I know what this is.
A little birdie told you
I was ailing.
That's why you showed up out
of the blue.
All right. Don't be mad
at Mason.
You should have told me.
Well, there's nothing to tell.
Everything's fine.
Me and Sweetwaters,
we're both getting better
with age.
Ah.
I got dizzy
when I stood up too quick.
Buckled and twisted my ankle.
And that's what the cane's for.
And Mason overreacted.
You sure?
What does Mason know?
I'm not a dog.
I ain't got fleas.
Mason's a vet?
Gainfully employed, single,
and no red flags,
as the kids say.
Just in case that's of interest.
Mm. I like you, Aunt Ruby.
Can I call you Aunt Ruby?
Sure can.
You're family, Junebug.
"Junebug".
I can't believe no one's ever
called me "Junebug".
Okay. Calm down, Junebug.
So, Aunt Ruby,
you're fit as a fiddle.
I am.
What about Sweetwaters?
How's business?
How's business?
Mason.
Open up and show little
missy here "how's business".
Hey everybody!
Come on in.
[excited chatter]
Hey!
[Ruby] That's how's business.
We got folks coming in
from all over the country,
even the world.
We had a couple in here
last week from Osaka, Japan.
We're a big deal.
Now, if you'll excuse me,
I've got thirsty customers.
Olivia, I expect to see you
out on that floor.
And Junebug, you get her
out there one way or another.
Yes, ma'am.
I would 100 percent commit
crimes for that woman.
Uh, she is unstoppable,
and stubborn.
She thinks she has a good
poker face, but
I know her too well.
What do you mean?
You're worried about her health?
No. I think if she was sick,
she would tell me.
It's gotta be something else.
Maybe... maybe something
to do with Sweetwaters.
Whatever it is, I'm gonna
figure it out and fix it.
Uh-oh, you got that
"I'm gonna solve this problem
at all costs"
look on your face.
It's kind of scary.
The problem is the only thing
that should be scared.
See? Scary.
[Kenny] Welcome to Sweetwaters,
where we keep the drinks cold
and the dance floor hot.
[crowd cheering]
[Kenny] We are the Sugarfoots,
and we're gonna keep
those feet sweet tonight.
[cheering]
[upbeat country music]
Talking to my Pa the other
day about growing up,
He said I was hell to raise
right from a little pup
Every time he tried
to show me...
You gonna dance?
...which way I should go
We'll see.
What do you mean,
you don't want to?
So, Mason, huh?
I mean...
Yeah. [giggles]
He is pretty...
Whoa!
Who is that?
I was born a rebel,
don't know the reasons why
but I'm bound to be a rebel
till I die, 'cause I...
Oh. That's Luke?
[June] The Luke that
everybody was talking about?
Oh, he's looking at us.
Nope. He's looking at you.
He's coming over here.
Okay, be cool.
Be cool.
Drink your soda, June.
Hey, Livvy.
No one calls me that.
-I call you that.
-You used to call me that.
And you used to like it.
So, you want to dance?
Or did you move to Austin
and you forget how?
You stay in Blue Creek
and forget your manners?
Oh, you know what?
No, that's fair.
I'm sorry. Hi. I'm...
Luke. You're Luke.
Yes, hi. I'm June.
You can call me Junebug.
[laughs]
All right, well,
hello Junebug, and I'm-
I'm sorry for being rude.
Totally fine.
No worries.
Well, you didn't
answer my question, Livvy.
-Hmm?
-You forget how to dance?
-My memory's just fine.
-Oh yeah?
'Cause you've been livin' that
big city life for so long now.
Sometimes it's hard
to stay in practice.
'Cause it's not like
riding a bike... or a bull.
People who ride bulls
get trampled.
Only if they get thrown.
What's going on here?
What's happening right now?
Is this how people flirt
in the country?
No. Uh...
we're just getting a little
reacquainted.
Sometimes it takes
a little while
to warm up her dancing shoes.
Ain't that right, Livvy?
We'll see.
[Friend] Hey, Luke!
Oh, you know what?
I've got uh...
some obligations, so.
Livvy.
Junebug.
See y'all later.
[Olivia] Bye.
Tell me everything
or I'm going to explode.
-There's nothing to tell.
-Liar!
We were friends
when we were kids.
That's it.
That's it?
No, no, no, no.
I'm gonna need some details.
Okay.
I'll get it out of you later.
Wait a second.
Is that why you were weird
when I joked
about a cowboy stealing you?
No cowboy is gonna steal me.
Especially not that cowboy.
...'cause I was born
a rebel...
[Ruby] Mmmm.
Oh. Morning, Pete.
And good morning to you, sugar.
Good morning.
Junebug's out like a light.
Yeah. She had a good time.
Aren't you supposed
to be on vacation?
No need to wake up early
and make breakfast.
That's my job.
Sit a spell and relax.
You know,
you could take your own advice.
That's how you ended up
with a cane in the first place.
I am relaxing.
Uh-huh.
I've been taking it easy
on myself.
Really?
What have you been doing?
I do the crossword
in pencil instead of pen.
Much more relaxed.
Mhm.
How'd it go
with Luke last night?
What is an eight-letter word
for somebody who doesn't mind
their own beeswax?
"Busybody".
Why does everybody keep
asking me about him?
'Cause the whole town thought
y'all would be together forever.
And for a couple who dances
so well together,
you sure are clumsy.
Tell me how you really feel.
I'm too old to sugarcoat it,
and it's time to figure out
whatever it has been going on
between y'all for near 20 years.
Both too good-looking
and good-hearted
not to work it out.
I'm not here for him.
I'm here for you.
And he's not that good looking.
Is that so?
I asked him to mend
that a week ago.
Can't imagine why he decided
to take care of it this morning.
[rhythmic country music]
But, you know...
Who's to question
a blessing like that.
I don't want to hear it.
Hmm. What's this?
Why is Bryan Boone
sending you letters?
Who's Bryan Boone?
You can read that, by the way.
You know, Bryan.
The nice, nerdy kid.
We went to school together.
He invented that dating app,
"Connekt"?
It's about to go public.
Hmph. Dating apps.
You young folks need your phones
to do your kissing for you, too?
He wants to buy Sweetwaters?
Yep. The whole property,
including the house.
For how much?!
I can't even say
that number out loud.
Oh, he sent a bunch
of letters already,
offer gets bigger every time.
-Well?
-Well, what?
Are you thinking about selling?
It'll be a cold day in Houston
before I do that.
Aunt Ruby,
it's a very generous offer.
And what would I do with it?
It's not about the money.
It's about doing what I like,
and I like it here.
There's not a number in the
world that'll make me forget
I like what I'm doing.
But you can't do it forever.
And that's why I'm doing it now.
I know young people don't want
advice from old people.
But you're gonna get it anyway.
If you can find joy,
grab a hold to it
and don't let it go.
Dance while you can.
Thanks for fixing that post,
sugar.
Olivia's making biscuits.
Come on in if you're hungry.
What? No!
You know, I got a bunch of stuff
I got to do back at my house.
Why don't you save me
a biscuit or two?
Livvy.
[clicking]
He brought the horse.
He brought the horse.

[Olivia sighs]
-[drilling]
-All right.
One thing off the list.
I can't believe you knew how
to make these the whole time
and you never made them for me.
-[laughs]
-I'm hurt.
Don't be dramatic.
We have a mission.
We have to figure out
what might be
going on with Sweetwaters.
I mean, it looks great.
And there were so many people
here last night.
Remember she said
they have people coming in
from all over the world.
I'm sure they're doing
great business.
[whispers] June,
finish your coffee.
Howdy, ladies.
Hi, Mason.
Be a dear and pour June
another cup of coffee?
I've got to put this stuff away.
Sounds good.
Milk? Sugar?
A little sugar, please.
So Liv tells me you're a vet.
I love dogs.
That is a sign of a good person.
Being a vet's my main gig.
And then I do help out here
at Sweetwaters,
and I'm technically
also the mayor of Blue Creek.
You're the mayor?
You kind of snuck
that last one in there.
There's not much to talk about.
All I do is mow the lawn
down at Blue Creek City Hall.
[Olivia]
He's selling himself short.
He's been the mayor
for five years,
and he keeps everything
squared away.
You know it's Aunt Ruby
who does that.
And she knows everybody
in the county.
She tries to take care of
everybody one way or another.
She's so cool.
She makes me want to move
out here, like, right now.
Really? A lot of folks think
this place is too slow.
Nothing wrong with slow.
[June] So, what's your favorite
breed of dog?
What are you doing?
I figure it's been a while
since you've had a tune-up.
Really?
Why would you think that?
Because I'm the one
who used to always work
on your vehicles.
Yeah. I know for a fact
this one is fine.
Cylinder head bolts
needed tightening.
My cylinder head bolts
did not need tightening.
And your head gasket
could use a look.
It's probably not used
to making the drive up here.
Did you just break
in to figure all this out?
No, it was unlocked.
And your keys,
right above the visor,
as per usual.
Hey.
I'm just trying
to help out a friend here.
-Friend?
-Mmhmm.
[June] Hey!
Hey. Mason was just gonna take
me by the vet office,
but I could stay, if, you...
No. Sounds fun.
Go ahead.
Okay.
I'll be back tonight.
[Olivia] Great.
I got some chores to do anyway.
Take a look at that head gasket.
Sure.
Hi Dan.
Hey, Bronx.
I learned under Doc Huddleston.
Took over after
he retired and, uh,
kept things the way they were.
I spend a lot of time
in my truck visiting farms, so
don't have much time to update.
It's great.
Why change it?
[puppy barks]
Oh. Who's that?
That's my current house guest.
Don't worry, little buddy.
She's a friend.
This puppy doesn't have
a name yet.
Oh!
[June] I love him.
Is he up for adoption?
Well, not yet.
He's a stray.
Ended up on my doorstep.
Fleas, distemper,
the whole nine.
So, treating him for everything
and waiting on some tests.
Is he gonna be okay?
Yeah, I hope so.
Can I hold him?
[giggles] Oh!
Oh, my goodness.
Look at these ears.
Maybe Aunt Ruby needs a little
dog go to keep her company.
Healing puppy cuddles.
Yeah. Um, I don't think
she can really
take on much more right now.
Oh, you know something?

Is it weird to say I think
this dog understands me?
No, not at all.
I wonder what he's doing
right now.
He's uh, probably sleeping.
So, Mason, huh?
What do you think?
Oh, yeah.
He seems great, too.
He's a really nice guy.
Are you okay?
Yeah, yeah.
It's just a lot, being back.
And how about Luke?
Yeah, he's a lot too.
[fridge rumbling]
Oh, what is that?
[June] What do we do?
I have no idea.
Stand back, honey.
[clang]
[slam]
-[thud]
-[whirring]
There you go.
Just gotta bump it.
Shouldn't you get it fixed?
[Ruby] I just did.
Can't be spending money
on frivolous stuff.
I never thought of a fridge
as frivolous.
Liv, Mason wasn't sure
if he wanted to tell you this.
-Tell me what?
-You were right.
Sweetwaters
should be doing great,
but it's like there's no money.
There's no money?
Yeah, he doesn't exactly know
what the problem is,
but repairs are piling up.
The roof, electrical, plumbing.
[Ruby] Junebug!
Get over here.
I'm going to teach you
how to make
the Sweetwaters Special.
[whispers]
We'll talk about this later.

[man] Hi Olivia.
-[Olivia] Hi, y'all.
-[man] Howdy.
-Whoa!
-Oh!
Olivia, is that you?
Bryan?
Bryan Boone, wow.
You're-you're so...
Yeah. I don't look like
the skinny kid
who read books
about dragons all the time?
-I was gonna say tall.
-It's okay.
Most people do a triple take
when they see me.
Can I help you with this?
Sure.
Thank you.
I'm just right here.
So you in town for long?
Uh, passing through.
Yeah, I had a bit of time off,
and I'm missing this place.
How are you?
How's your aunt?
She's doing well, yeah, mostly.
You know, your offers
on her property...
Are you serious?
Sure am.
I've been away for a long time
and looking for
a reason to get back here.
There's a lot to fall in love
with here in Blue Creek.
Sweetwaters is the heart
of this place,
So I figured I'd take a shot
at buying it.
Hope I'm not coming
on too strong.
No. No, I don't think so.
Okay. Um...
Hey, I'm sure
you're busy, but...
would you...
you want to catch up?
Get reacquainted?
I know we were in different
circles growing up, but...
I know we've got a lot more
in common now.
-Do we?
-We do.
I know you're a big deal.
-Oh.
-[laughs]
You were in Forbes.
You connected viewers all over
the world simultaneously
and used live stream tech
to interrogate the whole idea
of what it means to look at art.
I loved it.
Wow. Thank you.
Most people don't really
understand what I do.
It's just-it's great
to see someone you knew as a kid
doing cool stuff.
It gives you hope you'll
get your act together, too.
I think you have your act
together pretty well.
I'm trying.
Do you want to get lunch
at Flo's?
Tomorrow, maybe? 12:30?
Perfect. Yeah.
I'm looking forward to it.
[snoring]
[shutter snaps]
You takin' my picture
while I'm sleeping?
Take one when I'm working.
It's a nice time for a nap.
Aunt Ruby...
Is there, um...
anything you've
been worried about?
Nothing to worry about
when you're here.
[Ruby] Here.
Mm.
-[shutter snaps]
-[laughs]
-Whoa!
-Whoa!
-What are you doing?
-What are you doing?
I asked you first.
Okay, well,
I came here to fix the fridge.
I was behind it,
and all of a sudden it
just starts spewing
all this brown,
dirty drain water...
Your shirt?
Yeah, no, I was just telling
Livvy that I was back there...
-Did you sit in it, too?
-What?
Gotcha.
I give up.

-Story time. Bar. Now.
-[Olivia sighs]
[June] All right.
Who is this guy to you?
Uh...
he's a friend.
We were best friends.
We were each other's
first everything.
First kiss, first dance.
We loved to dance.
And then, uh...
you know, first heartbreak.
What happened?
I loved being here, but...
I had to see
if I could live somewhere else.
You know,
just see what I could do.
And... Luke understood that.
When I got my photography
scholarship to UT, he was happy.
He would drive to Austin,
I would drive back here.
But the longer I was gone,
the harder it got,
and there were just
more bad days than good, so.
I ended it.
Well, if it wasn't working,
that's the right thing to do.
I don't know.
All I know is I broke his
heart and then he broke mine.
How?
Well, he started
dating someone too soon.
Mmm.
I thought we'd mourn for a bit,
you know, but he just,
he got right back on the horse
too fast for my
nineteen-year-old heart.
I'd hoped we'd work it out.
Did you stay in touch with Luke?
He called me one night,
about seven or eight years ago,
and he was outside Sweetwaters
because I could hear the music.
What did he say?
He didn't say anything.
I don't remember
who hung up first, we just...
We just never talked about
what happened when we broke up.
And we never danced again.
Why don't you just start over?
So much has happened since then.
A lot of time has passed.
We missed our chance.
What are you talking about?
This is your chance!
-June.
-[phone dings]
Oh.
It's Bryan Boone.
We have, uh, lunch tomorrow.
He's from Blue Creek.
Wait. The foxy dating app guy
is also from here?
Man, there must be something
in the water.
[June gasps]
Oh, yeah.
Wait, is that why
they call it "Sweetwaters"?
[chuckles]
[Olivia] I don't know if
it's the type of sugar that Flo uses,
but her sweet tea
is just better.
It's because her ice is colder.
Oh, is that what it is?
[laughs] I believe it.
I mean, that's the thing
with Texas barbecue.
Other places rely on sauce,
here it's science.
It's delicious, is what it is.
I'm just happy to be back here.
Money can get you pretty far.
But sometimes you realize
far isn't what you want.
Sometimes near is better.
I think Aunt Ruby's could
become something amazing.
Even more amazing
than it already is.
Maybe a luxury hotel
experience built around
celebrating the town...
I'm not making the decision.
Aunt Ruby is.
Of course, yes.
[laughs nervously]
For the record, I didn't
ask you to come to lunch
to talk about all this.
I wanted to talk to you.
So tell me more about your job.
Like I said, I know
the world famous Meryl James
would not be world famous
without you.
Yeah. Yeah, maybe.
What?
I have this fear.
I've already made one big leap
in my life, right,
leaving Blue Creek,
and that took me
to amazing places.
But what if the time
to take another big leap has...
just passed.
You know, what if I...
can't ever be that brave again?
I'm sorry.
I didn't mean to turn this
into a therapy session.
No, don't apologize.
I'm happy you can feel
like you can talk to me.
I do.
[sighs]
-[thud]
-[slam]
-[thudding]
-[whirring]
Why didn't you try to get back
together with Olivia?
-Hello, Junebug.
-Don't "Junebug" me.
You tell me why you and Olivia
aren't together.
Right now.
You really are persistent.
Well?
-All right.
-Come on.
Well, because you asked me
so nicely, I will tell you.
-I don't know.
-Well, let's figure it out.
Why do you even care?
She's my best friend.
Why don't you care?
I- I do care. It...
It's 'cause you're a guy
and feelings are hard
and they get stuck in your chest
and that's why
you're all like this.
Uh...
See? You're all like this,
at least some of the time.
Why can't you all be more
like dogs?
They always tell you
how they're feeling.
Dogs don't talk.
And yet somehow they still
manage to tell the truth.
[Mason] Y'all talking dogs?
-Yep.
-My kind of party.
What you're really doing
is trying to figure out
what's going on here
with Olivia and Luke.
That's like trying to figure out
which way the wind is blowing.
It's exhausting.
[clears throat] Uh, yeah.
I'm right here.
-What are y'all up to?
-Hey.
Oh, uh, Junebug here was just...
giving me some pointers on
proper refrigerator maintenance.
Junebug. June. Hi.
Bryan Boone. Pleasure.
Luke. Mason.
Good to see you.
You know what, Bryan,
you're a pretty smart fella.
You know anything about coolers?
Because we got
a real beast back there.
Not my line,
but I'll give it a look.
All right.
How was your lunch?
[laughs]
It was really great.
We just-we just talked.
Okay, so I've been trying to
get you back together with Luke.
But do you like Bryan?
No, I...
I don't know,
he's kind of great, right?
Okay, you're making my job as
matchmaker harder by the minute,
so we've got to lock
this down, pronto.
Now, are you going for Luke
or Bryan?
-June.
-[metal thudding]
[distant groaning]
[coughs]
I might need a bit of a cleanup.
[coughs] Yeah, well,
here you go.
And there's a-there's
a hose out back.
That's okay,
I'll head back to the rental.
But I'm gonna come back tonight.
Haven't heard the Sugarfoots
in a while.
You should.
That'd be fun.
-I'll see you all later.
-Oh.
Bye.
Hey.
-Yeah.
-That wasn't nice.
Oh, I didn't know
that was gonna happen again.
Really?
[laughing]
I mean, what's the big deal?
He was laughing about it.
Why don't you just lighten up?
Why are you
messing with him, Luke?
I'm not.
Hey, so you know what?
I could really use
a dance lesson.
I want to get out
on that floor tonight,
but I don't want
to embarrass myself.
So one of you's got to teach me.
Or, you could do it together.
Subtle.
You know, I will have
you dancing in no time.
You won't need any help
from Olivia.
She probably doesn't even
remember how, anyway.
Really?
Hey, it's not your fault.
Sometimes people just
don't have it anymore.
Hmm. Come back at 7:00.
We'll see who
doesn't have it anymore.
All right.
He hasn't changed one bit.
[Mason] I wouldn't say that.
Why not?
You ought to go up to his place,
see what he's up to.
Trust me.
I'll see you later.
A lot going on there, huh?
[laughs] Mmhmm.
Whew!
[pounding sound]
Olivia?
Yes, ma'am.
What's a six-letter word
for someone stomping
around in my living room
because they're mad
at something?
Sorry. Just a little...
distracted or something.
Well, go take care of that,
"or something".
Some of us have
important work to do.
Yes, ma'am.
Just like that.
Not a bad view from the office.
Yeah.
It's no penthouse, but it'll do.
I saw the sign on the way in.
"Happy Hearts Equine Therapy".
I didn't know that
that's what you've been doing.
Yeah. Keeping myself busy,
You know, horses
are incredible animals.
They can connect
with all kinds of people
going through
all kinds of different things,
whether it's PTSD,
depression, anxiety.
We help people with movement.
And then there's some folks
who just, you know,
are getting their confidence up,
their self-esteem.
Cowboy-ing's never been
an easy gig.
I wanted to figure out something
that I could do
for a long time, and, well,
I figure I could help horses
and people till the day I drop.
I'm really sorry about earlier.
I appreciate that.
You make a young man out of me,
which is... good.
Also some bad.
You bring out
the competitive side of me.
Old habits, huh?
Yeah.
Well, keep that
competitive fire,
because you and I are gonna see
who can teach June
how to dance the best.
[laughs]
Well, you know, only one of us
has stayed in practice.
But I will try not to make
you look bad
in front of your friend.
It's on.

[jaunty country music]
-Okay.
-Okay.
-Ready?
-Mmhmm.
-Ow!
-Sorry.
That's all right.
No, it's all right, all right.
It's all right.
All right. Now just
follow my lead, all right?
Mmhmm.
Say, you feel that?
Ow. Yeah. Oh, twice.
Okay. See, but I have
to do it backwards.
Yeah. Okay, but remember,
backwards is frontwards
for you, so-
-Is that even a word?
-Okay, okay.
All right.
You talked a big game.
Come here, Junebug.
Don't worry
about remembering the moves,
or where your feet go.
[Olivia] Just flow with me.
Oh, I can kind of feel
where you're going.
That's fun.
Oh, I think I'm doing it.
[June] Oh, that's really good.
I think I got it.
Oh.
Liv!
See, it's just
like Aunt Ruby says.
She makes people look good
even when they don't know
what they're doing.
It's a magic trick.
I suppose so.
Okay, I need a drink.
-Y'all need anything?
-[Luke] Yeah.
Uh, why don't you just grab
me anything that's cold.
[jaunty music continues]
I mean,
you can lead a horse to water,
but you can't make her dance.
I made her dance.
And don't call my friend
a horse.
Well, she got hooves like one.
How's it going with those two?
I don't know.
But we're getting there.
The secret is dancing.
Once he spins her,
there's no looking back.
[Luke] I guess
you can lead, too.
Of course I can lead.
And June is right.
If you're following,
you're like Ginger Rogers.
Doing it backwards.
All right. Well, Ginger
did it in heels, all right?
So you got it easy.
So how was your lunch
with Bryan?
It was nice.
-Mmhmm.
-And he's really charming,
and a great listener.
Yeah, you would think
with all of that,
plus being the creator
of a fancy dating app,
that he wouldn't be single.
I'm not sure I'd trust him
as an expert.
Why not?
I'm just saying,
I wouldn't buy...
a truck from someone
who only rides a bike.
Wait, are you-
are you a little jealous?
I wouldn't say that, no.
Watch those feet, cowboy.
Hmm.
[Ruby] Mm-mm.
[upbeat country music]
[June] I want to be
a good wing-woman,
but I don't know which plane
I'm supposed to be flying.
Whatever happens,
Olivia's got her head on right.
In the meantime,
you let me know if you need
a good wing-woman.
He's not a fast one,
and careful to a fault,
but he's a good 'un.
I need a good 'un.
What are the, uh, rules
on a lady asking a cowboy
to dance?
As mayor, I give you permission.
Great. Let's dance.
Can I have a key to the city
while we're at it?
[June laughs]
Work never stops, huh?
-[phone rings]
-Oh, um...
You know, maybe it should.
Thanks, Aunt Ruby.
Good to see you, ma'am.
Hello, young man.
You still trying to buy my bar?
I would be honored.
And I hope my letters
haven't seemed rude.
If you'd been rude,
I wouldn't have given you
a beer.
[laughs]
What's wrong?
I've been kind
of worried about her.
It's not just about the fridge.
What's going on?
I don't really have
the details yet,
but Sweetwaters is
a little underwater.
She's not asking for help.
I'm sorry.
Maybe my offer would solve
that problem.
Just saying.
Maybe.
[Kenny] We'll be right back,
folks.
Y'all kept that dance floor hot.
Now we got to get ourselves
a cold drink.
[Bryan] Now, I know
it's not the Sugarfoots, but
wanna dance?
I sure do.
Oh, yeah!
[rockin' country music]
Feeling V.I.P.
About to swim in a sea
Of the smooth bourbon chasers
and the barstool queens
I got no stress
in my Saturday dress
Mississippi struttin'
'Cause I'm here to impress
And as soon as I step
through the doors
I'm living red rope velvet
With the lipstick
and lace
Just a millennial
girl in a brand new age
I got the sound
of the city
Pumping through my veins
See me rollin',
see me strollin'
I'm making waves...
This feels right, don't it?
What do you think you're doing?
What does it look like, Livvy?
You think it's gonna be
that easy?
[country music continues]
I'm living red rope velvet
with the lipstick and lace
Just a millennial girl
in a brand new age
I got the sound
of the city
Pumping through my veins
See me rollin',
see me strollin'
-Living red rope vel...
-[music fades]
[crowd groans]
[Ruby] Everything's okay.
I'll be right back.
I've been meaning
to replace this dang breaker.
[power surges]
[Olivia] Aunt Ruby?
I know that something
is going on, money-wise.
Cat's out of the bag, huh?
Well, I could have helped.
I don't need help.
I want to help,
and I'm pretty good at it.
How much does the bar need?
Give me a number.
-I don't know.
-Yes, you do.
Forty-seven grand.
That's not nothing.
How did you get 47 grand
in the red?
Well, Pete always did the books.
Turns out he had some creative
thoughts about paying taxes.
And after he died,
I found out how behind we were.
But I might have bitten off
more than I can chew.
I'm here because of you
in more ways than one.
So we're in this together.
-Okay?
-All right.
Mmm.
I feel better already.
-Good.
-Yeah.
Love you.
Love you too, baby girl.
[upbeat country music]
I'm gonna figure all this out.
[upbeat country music]
I danced.
I really danced.
Sorry about your foot.
I got you a couple times there.
I didn't notice at all.
Okay.
You're...
[laughs] I'm what?
Perfect.
You're perfect.
Which is weird,
because I've always liked
roller coasters, you know?
They're fun for a while, but
you can't stay on them forever.
I'm looking to have my feet
on the ground.
I think the ground here
would be pretty great.
Okay.
That's not a good face.
Uh, hey, um.
[clears throat]
-Let me...
-Mason, hush.
I just got a little bit excited
because I learned how to dance.
Don't worry.
[Mason] But I should
actually just...
I know how we're gonna
save Sweetwaters.
[June] Okay.
We are going to raise money
by live streaming
a country dance marathon
right here from Sweetwaters.
I'm going to pretend I know
what live streaming is,
but I still don't know
how it's going to make money.
It's easy.
The country dancing world
already knows how great
Sweetwaters is,
so we'll use them
to help get out the word
about the dance marathon,
and plenty of people
will come out for it.
Anyone who can't
will watch online.
And I know for a fact
Olivia knows how to produce
that kind of thing.
I can help with any tech stuff
you might need.
[June] And I can help
with socials, get the word out.
[clears throat] Yeah.
What can I do?
Well, you and Mason
could spruce up the bar,
and maybe get some of those
electrical problems worked out.
Yeah, we're on it.
Okay, this is all well and good,
but none of you has answered
the question.
Where does the money come from?
From the people.
Think of it like a tip jar.
Folks online can watch a line-
dancing, two-stepping marathon
from the best country bar
in the world.
They're bound to want to help.
I don't want to take
advantage of anyone.
No. We're not taking advantage.
We're going to give them a show.
Mmhmm.
And you really think people
around the world
are really going to care?
Yes. Leave it to me.
I promise, once people hear
the story of this place,
they'll care.
-All right.
-[June] Woo!
-[Luke] That's the spirit.
-[Ruby] I'm gonna trust y'all.
Mainly because
it sounds like we're gonna
just keep doing what we do!
Ha ha!
Keep the drinks cold
[all] and the dance floor hot.
[Ruby] Amen.
Well, just-
just hang on a minute.
Anybody up for a friendly game
of dominoes or something?
Unless you all are just tired.
[June] I'm not tired.
But I gotta warn you, Aunt Ruby,
I'm very good at dominoes.
Okay.
Domino! Wash my bones.
You've all neglected
to tell me she's a shark.
I've been playing against her
since I was knee high,
and I still can't beat her.
All right.
Right here, everyone.
[camera shutter snaps]
Okay. Beatin' y'all so bad
has worn me out.
I'm gonna hit the hay.
Indeed, heavy is the head
that wears the crown.
Yeah, I gotta check
on a few things
before the Japanese
markets close.
-[Luke] Oh. Rich guy!
-[Mason] Moneybags.
Big time!
Japanese market!
Yeah, yeah, I'm the worst.
Um, look...
we both know I could write a
check for what Aunt Ruby needs,
and I'd be happy to do so.
But I think you're right.
I think the marathon's
a good idea.
[Olivia] I think
it'll make her happier
that it's coming
from the community.
Well, if needs be,
the offer still stands.
And I'm replacing that fridge.
Good night!
-Night.
-Night.
Well, I think
I'm gonna call it, too.
Hey.
-You good?
-Mmhmm.
-Are you lying?
-Mmhmm.
I'll tell you later.
Night, y'all.
Yeah.
Good-good night, June.
Luke, you want to take a look
at that wiring tomorrow?
-I'll take a run at it.
-Fine.
You know, I'm not really tired.
Me either.
-Oh!
-[Olivia laughs]
All right.
No, three out of five.
[Olivia] So you think this
will work, the marathon?
Yeah. It's worth a shot.
You're the only person who could
get her to accept help, so.
I'm happy you're here.
-Are you?
-[laughs]
You know what?
I don't want to fight.
Oh, that's a first.
Well...
I... am mature now.
Here.
There you go.
-Thank you.
-Mmhmm.
You know, I'm...
I'm sorry that I don't
come home more often.
It's nice to be here.
Well, you can forget home,
but home don't forget you.
Yeah.
So are you gonna sell to Bryan?
You heard about that?
Yeah.
Big fancy hotel right here
in Blue Creek.
I understand things change,
but I don't know about a hotel.
I mean...
It takes work to be here,
to stay here.
You make it easy,
then what's the point?
Well, he has a vision, though.
To make it a destination,
and celebrate the place
for the ways that it's special.
He loves this place like you do.
Money has a way
of changing things.
I know, but I'll tell you
what I told him.
It's not my decision.
But I do have to look after
Aunt Ruby,
and what's best for her.
If you think that's what's best
for her then I understand,
but she's not going
to give up easy.
She loves what she does.
Yeah, she does.
Seeing her, it...
It reminds me
that I don't love what I do.
I'm caught up living
someone else's life for 'em.
Are you still taking pictures?
Yeah. Not like I used to,
though.
I'm so... busy.
Just not present to see
what I need to see, and...
Yeah, I understand.
Thanks for all your help
around here.
It wasn't so bad watching you
fix that post the other day.
You know, I never did get
that biscuit.
I think, for-for people
like-like us,
like you, me and Ruby...
working is a way of...
not thinking about things.
What are you trying
to not think about?
I would have to say
that I spend most of my time
trying to not think about you.
What about me?
What the last 20 years
of my life would have been like
if you'd been in 'em.
I messed up.
I broke up with you.
Yeah, but I didn't have to burn
it down the way that I did.
When you called that night,
years ago,
what did you want to say?
I didn't know then.
I was all knotted up.
You still feel that way?
No.
What changed?
[tender music]
[Luke] We danced.
Is that a fact?
Mmhmm.
Like the sun coming up
in the east.
I want another chance...
If you'll let me.
What does that mean?
Really, how does that work?
You have a home here.
I have a life someplace else.
It's just
like-like any other job.
You just-you-you work at it
the best that you can.
And what if we're wrong?
What if-what if it just
blows up again?
What if that was something
that we were just supposed
to do when we were kids?
Well, we're not gonna know
unless we try, right?
I... I really wish
that you had said a lot of this
a long time ago.
I know.
So do I.
I'm saying it now.
Daylight's burning.
[June] Liv! Luke!
It's Ruby!
She had a fall!

[June] Hey.
She's gonna be okay.
I know it.
-How is she?
-She's okay.
She hit her head on the way
down, and there's some swelling,
so we're gonna keep her in
for the night.
Can we see her?
Let's just wait
on that, shall we?
We're doing our best to try
and keep her quiet.
Good luck.
But she did say to tell y'all
that she understands
what live streaming is.
That's a good thing?
It is, yeah.
Thanks, Bill.
See y'all at Sweetwaters.
[sighs] Well, I knew
she was gonna be all right.
I was more worried about
that hickory rocking chair
she hit on the way down.
Good thing you were there,
Junebug.
First things first.
Let's think about what Ruby
would want for the night.
I'll head back to the house
and pack some things.
Yeah, and the General Store
should be open in a few minutes.
I'll go grab some breakfast
and coffees for everyone, and...
Ruby's gonna be all right.
Because she is.
Hey, what about us?
What should we do?
Maybe, uh, stay here?
You sure you don't want me
to come with you?
I'm fine.
Besides, I'm gonna be staying
indefinitely, so...
I have a phone call to make.
I'm not gonna make it to Italy,
and Meryl is not gonna be happy.
[June] Okay.
[Mason clears his throat]
Can I uh, talk to you, June?
Hmm? What's up?
I'm sorry about last night.
I don't know why
I reacted like that.
I don't have much experience
with this kind of feeling.
What kind of feeling?
Like I just met someone,
and I feel like I've known them
for a long time.
Hey. It's just a thing.
No big deal.
It is.
See, my folks didn't
have the greatest relationship.
But once I saw that it didn't
have to be that way,
I still worried...
I would do what they did.
So when you said
what you said last night,
I spooked a little.
Like a horse.
I spend a lot of time with 'em.
Man, I guess I'm still
getting on that roller coaster.
What does that mean?
I don't know yet.
But why don't we make sure
Aunt Ruby's okay first,
and then talk about
all that later?
Yes, ma'am.
[Olivia] Meryl, I'm-
I'm going to be here
for a while.
I can't put a date
on when I'll be back.
I sent the materials
to the studio like you wanted.
Yeah, I'm up to my eyeballs
in silver junk.
The problem is, I don't want
to do silver anymore.
Well,
I can send you another look book,
but you did say
that you wanted all silver.
Oh, honey, I don't need
a look book. I need you here.
You're my right hand.
I- I don't wanna go to Italy
without you.
You have a team
of assistants ready to help.
Well, what if I need
a replacement camera?
What happens if the photo ops
don't understand
my hand signals?
What happens if I get sick
from eating too much pasta?
Remember the last time
we went to Italy
and I ordered gluten free pasta
and the waitress started crying?
You know, you could just
not eat too much pasta.
No, but I want
to eat too much pasta!
Look, Meryl.
I'm sorry, okay?
I- I wish that I could
make this work for you, but...
This is family.
I've got to produce
my own life right now, okay?
I'll talk to you soon,
all right?
Have fun in Italy.
[dial tone]
I think I just quit my job.
I think I just quit my job!
[Bryan] Whoa!
Got enough breakfast?
[Luke] Hey.
Yeah, well, long story.
Ruby fell last night.
She's all right,
but she's in the hospital.
Oh, no. I'm sorry.
-Oh, thanks.
-Here.
I wish I could swing by,
but I gotta jump on a plane
first thing this morning.
Having money is supposed
to make life easier, huh?
That's what they tell you.
Shoot.
I texted Olivia about
how much fun last night was.
She must think I'm an idiot.
Yeah, well, I bet she probably
thinks that I'm one, too.
Kinda poured my heart
all over her last night.
Really?
Yeah.
Congrats.
Honestly,
you two were meant to be.
She's got big dreams.
Be good for her to have someone
to share them with.
Gotta run.
Give everyone my best.
Will do.
Hey.
Get enough?
Yeah. Well, the folks down
at the General Store
wanted to make sure everyone
at the hospital got some.
-You got it?
-Yeah.
-So, is she all right?
-I don't know.
She said she was thinking
about staying,
but I might have
messed things up.
Mason, I'm talking about Ruby.
Oh, right.
Yeah. Uh...
She's still in the room.
Don't know when
we'll be able to get in,
but she's fine.
So you, uh,
fell for Junebug, huh?
How could you tell?
Just a lucky guess.
Looks like we both got
some women trouble.
Yeah. It's like
I'm getting in my own way,
creating problems
that aren't even there.
Yeah. Um, you know
what, listen,
why don't you
just give me a call
if you get any news about Ruby?
Thanks.
Blanket, crosswords...
Cane.
Cards.
At the bar.
[soft acoustic guitar music]
I hope you never lose
your sense of wonder
You get your fill to eat
But always keep that hunger
May you never take
one single breath for granted
God forbid love
ever leave you empty-handed
Hope you still feel small
when you stand beside
the ocean
Whenever one door closes
I hope one more opens
Promise me that you'll
give faith a fighting chance
And when you get the choice
to sit it out or dance
I hope you dance...
I hope you dance...
Hey Livvy.
Luke.
Listen, I got a lot of things
that I want to try to say,
so if you could just
let me get it out.
Take your time.
Well, first off,
I want to say that.
I was never a big fan
of Bryan buying Sweetwaters
to turn into
some big fancy hotel,
but after this morning, I...
I understand
we got to figure out
some smart way
to take care of Ruby.
And I know that you're
going to do that,
and I just want to say that
I'm gonna do
whatever I can to help.
I appreciate that.
And I meant what I said
last night.
About us.
I miss us so much that...
sometimes I don't even know
what to do with myself.
It's like I got two left feet.
And I promised I'd do everything
I could to get you back, but...
then I realized I don't want
to stand in the way
of you gettin' your dreams,
or whatever you want.
Because you deserve it.
What are you saying?
I'm just saying
that if Bryan buys the place
and you want to take Ruby
back to Austin with you, then...
I'm not gonna stop you.
I appreciate that, too.
But um...
who said that all
this selling and...
going back to Austin
stuff was gonna happen?
Well, Bryan said that, you know,
you've got
some really big dreams,
which, of course I know, and...
Oh, okay. Yeah.
[laughs]
Now I'm starting to remember
what Mason said about
making problems
where there ain't none.
Mmhmm.
Well, maybe I'm the one
who needs some equine therapy.
So you came here to tell me
that you want me
to live my dreams?
Yes. That's the upshot.
All right. Well, that's
really nice to hear.
And um...
I'm going to do my best
to do that.
What made you change your mind?
We danced.
Is that a fact?
Like the sun coming up
in the east.
So uh...
about these big dreams.
What about them?
Daylight's burning.
[heartfelt music]
-[door opens]
-[Kenny] Oh!
Hey, we're just gonna
run some new tunes.
But-but we can give you all
more time if you need it.
Guys, guys, it's fine.
Just-just do what you're doing.
Luke and I were just-
You ain't gotta explain.
We're old,
but we're not that old.
And by the way, I'm happy
to pass along the news
that Ruby is up
and chatter box in'
like it's her job.
Going to be just fine.
Thanks, Bill.
Um...
you wanna go back
to the hospital?
-Yeah.
-Yeah?
It'll be nice to see her awake.
Yeah.
I'll meet you there.
I gotta deliver some bad news.
Feels nice.
Yes, it does.
[Olivia] I know you understand.
And I think that
holding on to the place
is going to be even
more important to Ruby now.
I do understand, and I
appreciate you letting me know.
I'm going to find a way to be
a part of Blue Creek again.
Well, you're from here, Bryan.
You'll always be
part of Blue Creek.
And congratulations on you
and Luke working things out.
I can tell you two
are supposed to be together.
I mean, I am the expert
in relationships, right?
Yep.
Well, this will be a quick trip.
I'll be back tomorrow
to get ready for the marathon.
Better be.
[women laughing]
[Ruby] Then that little
candy striper came in
with a cup of something
she called "fruit cocktail".
That fruit was from
the last century.
I might have been
a little rude to her.
Oh, yeah?
Well, we'll just have to blame
that on the head injury.
She also couldn't play dominoes
to save her life.
You know, I'll make sure
she gets a kolache.
-Baked goods heal all wounds.
-Okay.
[Announcement] Visiting hours
are now over.
Oh.
All right. We should
get out of your hair, Aunt Ruby.
You need your rest.
Bye sweetie.
Oh, thank you, honey.
-What for?
-For being you.
And for getting your
head on straight about Luke.
Who told you about that?
I might have a bump on the head,
but I ain't blind.
Whatever you're cooking up
with this marathon,
that's fine and dandy,
but what matters
is your happiness.
So you make sure
you cinch that saddle tight,
and stay on him this time.
-Yes, ma'am.
-Okay, babe.
Get some rest.
[upbeat country music]
Yeah, all I have is me
and this guitar
[crowd cheering]
[Kenny] Thank you, folks.
You are all just about the best
group of boot scooters
I've ever seen, and we're gonna
keep it going for you.
But I want to take a moment
to introduce someone
very near and dear
to the Sugarfoots,
and that's Olivia Marsden.
[cheering and applause]
Howdy, y'all.
I'm sure you've all heard
about Aunt Ruby by now,
and I just want
to let everybody know
that she is going to be
just fine.
[applause]
And you might have heard a rumor
about a possible sale.
And I'm also here
to let everybody know that...
we're not selling!
[cheering and applause]
We're all going to have to work
together to make sure
that Sweetwaters stays sweet.
And what do you want us to do?
What you do best.
Dance!
[cheering]
[upbeat country music]
It's finally Friday...
Woke up smiling
like nothing even matters
I got my light
whoa-oh-oh...
In the streets, the strangers
that I meet, they
they all stop to say hello
Oh, oh
Let his shine
make it brighter
Like we lighting a fire
Everywhere that you go,
oh, oh
Let it shine,
let it glow, oh, oh
warm you up when
it's colder
No, no, no!
Everywhere that you go
oh, oh
let it shine,
let it glow, oh, oh
let it shine,
let it glow,

[Olivia] A little bit higher.
Wha-n... lower.
What?
Were you always this bossy?
Were you always this bad
at listening?
Olivia! [exhales]
Meryl?
What are you doing here?
I'm here to help!
What do you mean?
You said this was about family,
so I canceled the Grappelli
shoot in Milan, and here I am.
You canceled the shoot?
This is gonna be a big deal.
Olivia... family
means showing up.
And you've been my family
for a really long time.
It's time I was there for yours.
Okay. What do you need me to do?
-Um, well...
-Oh, that's not right.
-Excuse me.
-See.
[Luke] What?
That's better.
Okay, what else do you need?
Right.
[Mason] Yeah, I've got it
written down, okay.
Keep her hydrated and bring her
in first thing in the morning.
Yeah. No, I'll-
Yeah, bring her in the morning.
I'll be here.
Okay.
I'm here to adopt that dog,
and I won't take no
for an answer.
So I'll adopt the fleas
if I have to.
Uh, the fleas
are all taken care of.
He's good to go.
Oh.
I was going to take him
for the weekend
because his fosters canceled,
but I'm sure he'd be
much happier
to have a forever home with you.
[gasps] Oh.
[laughs]
You are mine forever.
Oh, yeah.
June.
You know, sometimes
I'm probably better with
animals than people,
and I probably could have done
a better job
at explaining myself,
but I'd like to work on that.
I want to work on that with you.
Okay.
What does that entail?
Well, a puppy's
a big commitment.
It takes a lot of time
and a good routine.
Yeah.
But I suppose I could help
with that.
I suppose you could.
But are you still worried
about your parents
and this mouthy East Coast girl
who can't two-step
and barreled in here
saying she wants to move?
I ain't worried.
[romantic music]
So, um, what do you
want to call him?
Well, I like old movies.
And with those ears
and that handsome face,
he kind of reminds me
of Clark Gable.
[June giggles]
[June] So how about Gable?
Yeah, Gable.
It's a good, strong name.
Eh, little buddy?
Wait a minute.
It's a dance-a-thon!
You think I'm not
going to boot scoot?
You almost had me for a minute,
but the cane
was in the wrong hand.
You don't miss a thing.
I'm Meryl.
You are Aunt Ruby.
You are literally a vision.
You're perfect.
It's so nice to meet you, Meryl.
You too.
Oh, I'm not
used to needing help.
I got to tell you,
it stings a little.
This is just everyone
saying they love you.
This is me saying I love you.
I love you too, honey.
Heck, as long as I see
some dancing tonight, I'm good.
Well, I hope you
plan on doing more
than just seeing some dancing.
Because if you're up for it,
I'm going to take you
for a spin.
Put me on your dance card
too, please.
[Ruby] Ooh.
It's been a while since I've
had boys fighting over me.
And I don't mind it.
[chuckles]
Y'all want to throw a party?
[together] Yes!
[all] All right,
all right, all right.
Well, to all our old friends,
and the friends
we ain't met yet, welcome!
[cheering and applause]
Now, we're all here
for a reason.
And that's to make sure that.
Sweetwaters keeps on keeping on.
So I'd like to welcome
our guest of honor.
She ain't kin to y'all,
but she sure is family to us.
Aunt Ruby.
[cheering and applause]
Howdy, y'all.
I'm Ruby, and this is my place.
My home, really.
My husband, Pete, and I built
Sweetwaters and our house
on the same property
50 years ago,
and we lived a fine, fine life.
After tonight,
I hope that, if it's
not already there,
Sweetwaters has a place
in your heart for years to come.
Now, this night would not
have been possible
without one of the most
important people in my life.
My darling Olivia.
She saw what this place needed
and honestly, what I needed.
And she brought it to life.
That's just who she is.
So whether you're here,
or a million miles away,
I'm going to give you
the same advice
I'd give anyone I care about.
Dance while you can.
-[crowd cheers]
-[upbeat music begins]
It's in the lights
of New York
the hills of L.A.
Everybody got their own
honky tonk way
Down to Carolina
and up to Idaho
They all want
some porch swingin'
Pickin' on that banjo
They like to dance
to the songs we're singing
Can't get enough
of the whiskey we're drinking
It ain't just here or there
I see country everywhere
I see country everywhere
I see the tears
The first loves,
the breakups,
Families, friends,
the fights and the makeups
Home team home runs,
fourth quarter comebacks
We all know that
It's in the lights
of New York
The hills of L.A.
Everybody got their own
honky tonk way
Down to Carolina
and up to Idaho
They all want
some porch swingin'
Pickin' on that banjo
They all want a piece of
that home-grown feeling
It ain't just here or there
I see country everywhere
I see country everywhere
Ooh hoo hoo!
[crowd cheering]
[slow country music]
Mmm. This is nice.
Yes, it is.
So how we doing on those numbers
for the marathon?
[laughs]
Yeah, yeah!
I guess we did all right.
Yeah.
It looks like Bryan may have
also figured out
a way to be
a little less single.
Mmhmm.
You know, June was worried
that if I came out here,
I might get stolen by a cowboy.
June is very smart.
So, what now?
What do those big dreams
of yours look like?
I don't know.
We'll figure them out together.
Yes, we will.
Right now I just want to dance
while I can.