TV series

Smash

Name: Smash
Released: 2012
Cast: Katharine McPhee, Megan Hilty, Jack Davenport, Jeremy Jordan, Debra Messing

2012–2013· 2 seasonsTV-14★ 6.4Canceled

On NBC — From DreamWorks Television · Universal Television

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Synopsis

Celebrating the beauty and heartbreak of the Broadway theater, following a cross section of dreamers and schemers who all have one common desire - to be a "Smash."

Themes

new york city show business musical singer songwriter broadway broadway musical musical theater music theatre writing a musical musical production

Episodes

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E1 PilotNext upFeb 6, 2012 · 45 min
Synopsis
Song-writing duo Tom Levitt and Julia Houston, who had planned on taking a break from Broadway, find themselves drawn back in when they get the desire to produce a musical based around the life of Marilyn Monroe.
Guest stars: Savannah Wise (Jessica), Robert LuPone (Jerry's Attorney), Kate Clinton (Director), Jake Wilson (Casting Assistant), Maddie Corman (Rene Walters), Becky Ann Baker (Mrs. Cartwright), Finnerty Steeves (Moira), Eisa Davis (Abigail)
E2 The CallbackFeb 13, 2012 · 45 min
Synopsis
Ivy and Karen jump through hoops for the brilliant but temperamental director Derek Wills as they pursue the role of a lifetime.
Guest stars: Savannah Wise (Jessica), David Fonteno (Deputy Mayor Klein), Lucy Walters (Suzanne), Ben Cherry (Carl), Bruce Meakem (Brian), Maddie Corman (Rene Walters), Doreen Montalvo (Debbie), Steve Park (Reporter #1)
E3 Enter Mr. DiMaggioFeb 20, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
The search begins for a Joe DiMaggio to play opposite Marilyn - but everyone's first choice, Michael, has a secret.
Guest stars: Savannah Wise (Jessica), Becky Ann Baker (Mrs. Cartwright), Jenni Barber (Marlena), Rebecca Naomi Jones (Laura), Nadia Quinn (Amy), Jessica Lee Goldyn (Lucy), Li Jun Li (Store Clerk), James Saba (Maitre D')
E4 The Cost of ArtFeb 27, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
Karen must learn to advance in the high-stakes world of Broadway, as Derek hosts a party for hot young star Lyle. Eileen tries a sly new strategy for raising funds, while Tom goes on a first date.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), Eisa Davis (Abigail), Rachael Ma (Caris), Daniel Raymont (Sebastian), Kissy Simmons (Tasha), Scott Burkhardt (Scott), Neal Bledsoe (John Goodwin)
E5 Let's Be BadMar 5, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
Karen finds a new use for her acting talents as she joins Dev at a high-powered government party. The drama between Michael and Julia heats up, as Eileen and Tom's ambitious assistant Ellis forge an alliance. Ivy senses trouble in her relationship with Derek.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), Nitya Vidyasagar (Jill Abrams), Oberon K.A. Adjepong (Town Car Driver), Maggie Bofill (Officer Hernandez), Missy Dowse (Underling), Michael Thomas Holmes (Director), Mat Hostetler (Best Boy)
E6 ChemistryMar 12, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
Ivy faces major vocal issues, while Julia struggles to avoid Michael. Meanwhile, Karen books a side gig at a bar mitzvah.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), Geoffrey Cantor (Barry Schwartzman), Hale Appleman (Zach), Fred Berman (Keith), William Connell (Aaron), Lewis J. Stadlen (Ralph Masius), Michelle Federer (Monica Swift)
E7 The WorkshopMar 19, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
Eileen, Derek and the team present Marilyn the Musical to would-be investors. Ivy struggles to perform. Karen must make a difficult choice. Julia and Michael face the consequences of their actions.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), Barzin Akhavan (Plumber), Lewis J. Stadlen (Ralph Masius), Dave Bradford (Engineer), Brad Oscar (Peter), Michelle Federer (Monica Swift), Blake Andrew Johnson (Artie Swift)
E8 The CoupMar 26, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
The team deals with the workshop's after-effects. Derek asks Karen to help him steal the show from Tom and Julia. Eileen's daughter's surprise visit forces her to deal with her ex-husband.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), Ryan Tedder (Ryan Tedder), Michelle Federer (Monica Swift), T.J. Kenneally (McMannus), Blake Andrew Johnson (Artie Swift), David Lipman (Judge Davenport), Zach Shaffer (Andrew)
E9 Hell On EarthApr 2, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
Julia and Tom must find a title for the recently reinvigorated musical as Ivy and Karen compete for an orange juice commercial.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), Norbert Leo Butz (Norbert Leo Butz), Doug Hughes (Doug Hughes), Andrea Bordeaux (Casting Assistant), Jennifer Ikeda (Lianne), Scott Burkhardt (Scott), Mary Joy (Stage Manager)
E10 UnderstudyApr 9, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
When the show's new star gets stuck in Cuba, Derek puts Karen in as understudy.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), Neal Bledsoe (John Goodwin), Terrence Mann (Randy Cobra), Emanuel Azenberg (Emanuel Azenberg), Larry Block (Gary Garrison), Robyn Goodman (Robyn Goodman), Harrison Chad (August)
E11 The Movie StarApr 16, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
The arrival of a movie star turns Bombshell upside-down. Ivy and Karen try to overcome their history and unite against their new rival.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), Betsy Aidem (Guidance Counselor), Charlie Semine (Paul Denby), Peter Rini (Petey), Marcus Schenkenberg (Colin), Shaun Licata (Josie), Tala Ashe (R.J. Quigley)
E12 PublicityApr 23, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
Karen finds herself seduced by the glamorous life of new BFF Rebecca Duvall. Eileen introduces new beau Nick to ex-husband Jerry, while Julia panics when her son Leo goes missing.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), John Procaccino (Cooper), Dave Bachman (Vinnie Stagman), Hunter Gallagher (Mason), Thomas Higgins (Phil), Russell Jones (Officer Waters), Daniel Mills (Paulie)
E13 TechApr 30, 2012 · 43 min
Synopsis
Bombshell moves to Boston as it finally finds its way to the stage. The cast and crew are all bubbling with anticipation, bracing themselves for the chaos associated with.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), Tala Ashe (R.J. Quigley), Marcos Gonzalez Palma (Simon), Ty Jones (Paul Strickland), Amina Robinson (Tia), Tony Yazbeck (Ted), Uma Thurman (Rebecca Duvall)
E14 PreviewsMay 7, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
Bombshell faces its first audience just as a major crisis hits Rebecca Duvall. The team of Tom and Julia scramble to fix the show when the first preview falls short, and Frank must adjust to the unwelcome return of Michael Swift to his life.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), Uma Thurman (Rebecca Duvall), Marc Kudisch (Darryl F. Zanuck), Isiah Whitlock Jr. (Ronald Strickland), Sean Dugan (Randall Jones), Hinton Battle (Pastor), Elain R. Graham (Vanessa Strickland)
E15 BombshellMay 14, 2012 · 44 min
Synopsis
The big night is finally here. Tom and Julia race against time to save the show, while Derek makes a decision that will change the lives of Karen and Ivy forever.
Guest stars: Leslie Odom Jr. (Sam Strickland), Savannah Wise (Jessica), Phillip Spaeth (Dennis), Nick Jonas (Lyle West), Erin Holmes (Melissa), Tony Ward (Don), Ann Harada (Linda), Joshua Bergasse (Josh)