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A group of lesbian friends struggle with romance and careers in Los Angeles.
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- E1 Pilot Part 1Next upJan 18, 2004 · 50 min · ★ 8.0
Synopsis
Bette Porter and Tina Kennard have been a couple for seven years, and they want to start a family. Their next-door neighbor, Tim Haspel, is excited that his girlfriend, a talented young writer named Jenny Schecter, is moving in with him. But soon mixing with Bette and Tina's circle of lesbian friends, Jenny learns that her midwest university education may not have prepared her for what she will learn about life, lust, and love in Los Angeles.
Guest stars: Tammy Lynn Michaels (Lacey Haraway), Alonso Oyarzun (Eduardo), Landy Cannon (Harrison), Kwesi Ameyaw (Randy Jackson), Nicole McKay (Trish Peverell), Alana Husband (Marcy), Judith Maxie (Dr. Wilson), Jennifer Jasey (Kerry)
- E2 Pilot Part 2Jan 18, 2004 · 50 min · ★ 9.5
- E3 Let's Do ItJan 25, 2004 · 44 min · ★ 8.7
Synopsis
Tina tries to get over her concerns about the new sperm donor. Tim decides to throw a dinner party and invites Marina, making Jenny feel uncomfortable. Alice runs into her abusive ex-girlfriend. Dana has her eye on a chef, but is hesitant to make a move on her.
Guest stars: Tammy Lynn Michaels (Lacey Haraway), Guinevere Turner (Gabby Deveaux), Michael Benyaer (Marc), Kwesi Ameyaw (Randy Jackson), Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins), Ari Cohen (Conrad Voynow)
- E4 LongingFeb 1, 2004 · 47 min · ★ 5.7
Synopsis
Bette engages in a battle with the chairman of the gallery board who wants to close down the gallery. Alice rekindles her relationship with an ex-girlfriend, despite the objections of her friends. Jenny tries to deny her feelings for Marina, and Dana finally gets a date with Lara.
Guest stars: Tammy Lynn Michaels (Lacey Haraway), Guinevere Turner (Gabby Deveaux), Holland Taylor (Peggy Peabody)
- E5 Lies, Lies, LiesFeb 8, 2004 · 47 min · ★ 5.3
Synopsis
Jenny confides in her old college professor about her affair with Marina. Bette receives some delightful news. Dana's fears of being outed continue as she juggles between her tennis career and Lara. Alice's mother comes to stay with her daughter.
Guest stars: Anne Archer (Lenore Pieszecki), Kwesi Ameyaw (Randy Jackson), Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins), Nicole McKay (Trish Peverell), Julian Sands (Nick Barashkov), Holland Taylor (Peggy Peabody), Devon Gummersall (Lisa)
- E6 LawfullyFeb 15, 2004 · 50 min · ★ 7.5
Synopsis
Dana is invited to a dinner party for Subaru, who want to sponsor her tennis career, but Lara is hurt when Dana takes her male doubles partner instead of her. Meanwhile, Tim is shocked when he catches Marina and Jenny in a compromising position, Alice tries to sort out the problems with her mother, and Bette tells her father about Tina's pregnancy, but is upset by his reaction.
Guest stars: Anne Archer (Lenore Pieszecki), Landy Cannon (Harrison), Kwesi Ameyaw (Randy Jackson), Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins), Nicole McKay (Trish Peverell), Ari Cohen (Conrad Voynow), Ossie Davis (Melvin Porter), Matthew Currie Holmes (Clive)
- E7 Losing ItFeb 22, 2004 · 46 min · ★ 7.5
Synopsis
After arriving home, Tim starts to worry when he learns that Jenny has vanished. Bette travels to New York for an art opening and her relationship with Tina is put to the test. Back in Los Angeles, the sperm donor's girlfriend discovers a lonely Tina and starts to harass her.
Guest stars: Kyle Labine (Gus), LisaGay Hamilton (Art Show Attendee), Kwesi Ameyaw (Randy Jackson), Jessica Lucas (Roxanne), Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins), Ari Cohen (Conrad Voynow), Alana Husband (Marcy), Matthew Currie Holmes (Clive)
- E8 L'EnnuiFeb 29, 2004 · 49 min · ★ 7.2
Synopsis
Tina and Bette are stunned when their friends say their impending parenthood has made them boring. Jenny stays at Marina's when Tim throws her out but she is shocked to learn the truth about Marina's personal life. Dana rejects Lara as her sponsorship contract hangs on the line.
Guest stars: Erica Cerra (Dancer), Lolita Davidovich (Francesca Wolff), Nicole Oliver (Chanter), Lauren Lee Smith (Lara Perkins), Ari Cohen (Conrad Voynow), Alana Husband (Marcy), Matthew Currie Holmes (Clive), Devon Gummersall (Lisa)
- E9 Listen UpMar 7, 2004 · 45 min · ★ 7.8
Synopsis
When Jenny's old roommate (guest star Sarah Strange) from college comes to stay, Jenny decides to use the opportunity to reveal the details about her affair with Marina. Bette and Tina join a group in preparation for becoming parents, and Dana faces a tough time when she must come out to her conservative parents.
Guest stars: Adrian Holmes (Duane), Heather McEwen (Sharon at 17), Lolita Davidovich (Francesca Wolff), Jonathan Scarfe (Matt), Alana Husband (Marcy), Matthew Currie Holmes (Clive), Lynda Boyd (Fiona Shaw), Sarah Strange (Annette Bishop)
- E10 Luck, Next TimeMar 14, 2004 · 47 min · ★ 7.8
Synopsis
Shane gets the opportunity to style a high-profile client's hair, Bette and Tina receive some devastating news, Jenny goes to dinner with Marina and Francesca, and Alice decides that her relationship with Lisa is too complex.
Guest stars: Joe MacLeod (Delivery Man / Young Man), Helen Shaver (Faye Buckley), Lolita Davidovich (Francesca Wolff), Snoop Dogg (Slim Daddy), Rosanna Arquette (Cherie Jaffe), Devon Gummersall (Lisa), Darrin Klimek (Andrew)
- E11 LiberallyMar 21, 2004 · 45 min · ★ 7.2
Synopsis
Bette is worried about Tina when she throws herself into volunteer work, Marina and Francesca get into an argument, Alice thinks she may be pregnant by Lisa, and Dana and Jenny try to console each other.
Guest stars: Helen Shaver (Faye Buckley), Lolita Davidovich (Francesca Wolff), Snoop Dogg (Slim Daddy), Ion Overman (Candace Jewell), Rosanna Arquette (Cherie Jaffe), Barclay Hope (Bert Gruber), Jonathan Scarfe (Matt), Nicole McKay (Trish Peverell)
- E12 Looking BackMar 28, 2004 · 43 min · ★ 6.6
Synopsis
Tina, Jenny, Shane, Alice and Dana all share an eventful trip to Palm Springs. While on the road, they all share their "first love" stories. Back in Los Angeles, Bette hires Candace, an attractive carpenter, to handle the set-up of the "Provocations" exhibit opening at the gallery.
Guest stars: Anne Archer (Lenore Pieszecki), Anne Ramsay (Robin), Ion Overman (Candace Jewell)
- E13 Locked UpApr 4, 2004 · 42 min · ★ 6.2
Synopsis
After a riot at the gallery, the entire gang ends up in jail. Shane rejects Clea's affections, Jenny goes on a date, and Marina makes a move on Robin as she prepares for Drag King night at The Planet.
Guest stars: Anne Ramsay (Robin), Kelly Lynch (Ivan Aycock), Ion Overman (Candace Jewell)
- E14 Limb from LimbApr 11, 2004 · 56 min · ★ 7.2
Synopsis
As the "Provocations" opening approaches, Bette struggles with a temptation. After some sad news, Dana turns to Tonya, leaving Alice unhappy. Shane tries to let Clea down gently but it backfires in her face.
Guest stars: Tygh Runyan (Gene Feinberg), Anne Ramsay (Robin), Kelly Lynch (Ivan Aycock), Ion Overman (Candace Jewell), Rosanna Arquette (Cherie Jaffe), Nicole McKay (Trish Peverell), Samantha McLeod (Clea Jaffe)
Cast & crew
Created by Ilene Chaiken
Jennifer Beals
Kate Moennig
Mia Kirshner
Leisha Hailey
Laurel Holloman
Daniel Sea
Pam Grier
Rose Rollins
Marlee Matlin
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