TV series

Suburgatory

Name: Suburgatory
Released: 2011
Cast: Jane Levy, Jeremy Sisto, Carly Chaikin, Allie Grant, Cheryl Hines

2011–2014· 3 seasons· 30 min episodesTV-PG★ 6.7Canceled

On ABC — From Warner Bros. Television · Piece of Pie Productions

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Synopsis

Single father George Altman is doing his best to raise his sixteen-year-old daughter Tessa in the big city. When he discovers a box of condoms in her bedroom, though, he decides the time has come to move her to a more wholesome and nurturing environment: the suburbs. But behind the beautiful homes and perfect lawns lurk the Franken-moms, spray tans, nose jobs, and Red Bull-guzzling teens who have nothing in common with Tessa. It’s a whole new world, one that makes George wonder if they haven’t jumped out of the frying pan and into the fire.

Themes

suburb single father teen comedy sitcom

Episodes

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E1 PilotNext upSep 28, 2011 · 22 min · ★ 7.5
Synopsis
Tessa and her father experience culture shock when they move out of New York and into a house in the suburbs.
Guest stars: Maestro Harrell (Malik), Parker Young (Ryan Shay), Arden Myrin (Jocelyn), Rylend Grant (Livid Waiter)
E2 The BarbecueOct 5, 2011 · 22 min · ★ 6.9
Synopsis
Surprised Tessa realizes she is attracted to her jock suburban neighbor; George feels pressured to throw the perfect barbecue.
Guest stars: Chris Parnell (Fred Shay), Sam Lerner (Evan), Parker Young (Ryan Shay), Abbie Cobb (Kimantha), Alex Boling (Alex), Edward Padilla (Javier), Justin Prentice (Joey), Todd Sherry (Tom)
E3 The ChattererOct 12, 2011 · 22 min · ★ 6.5
Synopsis
When George joins the PTA, he becomes well-liked by all the moms, which has Shelia (Ana Gasteyer) feeling threatened. Meanwhile, Tessa joins the school newspaper and with some help, turns it into a tabloid-style paper.
Guest stars: Dana Powell (Rhonda), Katelyn Pacitto (Kaitlin), Kara Pacitto (Kenzie), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Abbie Cobb (Kimantha), Arden Myrin (Jocelyn), Jamie Denbo (Deena Doogan), Darlene Hunt (Connie Kushell)
E4 Don't Call Me ShirleyOct 19, 2011 · 22 min · ★ 6.9
Synopsis
When Shelia's Shirley Temple doll collection is stolen, Tessa can't help but be amused, until she faces the consequences. Meanwhile, afraid of being burglarized, Dallas and Dalia stay at the Altman's house.
Guest stars: Katelyn Pacitto (Kaitlin), Kara Pacitto (Kenzie), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Abbie Cobb (Kimantha), Edward Padilla (Javier), Terry Savage (Officer Johnston)
E5 HalloweenOct 26, 2011 · 22 min · ★ 7.4
Synopsis
Tessa channels her inner "suburban girl" for a Halloween costume, but it ends up spooking her friends and everyone at school since she reminds them of a recently "departed" resident of Chatswin. And George is determined to prove to Halloween-hater Dallas that being scared can be fun, but gets a scare of his own when Steven Royce (guest star Jay Mohr), Dallas' husband, finally comes home from one of his many business trips.
Guest stars: Katelyn Pacitto (Kaitlin), Kara Pacitto (Kenzie), Chloe Bridges (Misty), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Abbie Cobb (Kimantha), Jay Mohr (Steven Royce), Bruno Amato (Police Officer), Deena Dill (Bliss)
E6 Charity CaseNov 2, 2011 · 22 min · ★ 6.5
Synopsis
Irritated by all the cafeteria waste at school, Tessa motivates the student body to get involved with giving back. Unfortunately their charity of choice involves helping residents of Florida improve their complexions. When Tessa introduces a homeless transsexual to the student body as part of a lesson, they decide that Tessa is really the person in need. Meanwhile George receives a large dental bill from Noah, which puts a strain on their relationship.
Guest stars: Katelyn Pacitto (Kaitlin), Kara Pacitto (Kenzie), Jake Borelli (Student), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Abbie Cobb (Kimantha), Julie Berlin (PTA Mom), Griffin Matthews (Gladys), Kate Micucci (Cindy)
E7 Sweet SixteenNov 16, 2011 · 22 min · ★ 7.2
Synopsis
When Tessa tells Dallas that she wants a simple get together for her sixteenth birthday, Dallas convinces her to let Dalia plan the ultimate birthday extravaganza at the country club, complete with a live performance by her favorite band, specialty drinks and go-go cages. Meanwhile George throws his back out and Sheila Shay takes it upon herself to care for him, even though George is terrified of her.
Guest stars: Dana Powell (Rhonda), Katelyn Pacitto (Kaitlin), Kara Pacitto (Kenzie), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Abbie Cobb (Kimantha), Jamie Denbo (Deena Doogan), Deena Dill (Bliss), Jake Richardson (Frontman)
E8 ThanksgivingNov 23, 2011 · 22 min · ★ 7.2
Synopsis
Depressed that she has to spend Thanksgiving in the suburbs, Tessa convinces Dallas to take her to the city for a girls' day out. During their fun day, they run across George making out with a woman while he was supposed to be "working." Angry with George for lying to her, Tessa confronts him during the Royces' Thanksgiving dinner. Meanwhile Lisa refuses to wear a special dress Sheila picked out for her, so Sheila decides to literally turn up the heat.
Guest stars: Chris Parnell (Fred Shay), Gillian Vigman (Jill Werner), Evan Arnold (Chef Alan), Parker Young (Ryan Shay), Jay Mohr (Steven Royce), Mo Collins (Trish Shay), Courtney Merritt (Jenna Werner), Gloria Votsis (Zoe)
E9 The NutcrackerDec 7, 2011 · 22 min · ★ 7.0
Synopsis
When Tessa overhears George break up with his girlfriend, Zoe, on Skype, she blames herself for his failed relationship and decides that she's going to get them back together. Unbeknownst to her, though, George is really enamored with Tessa's cute art teacher, Aimee. He admits to Mr. Wolfe that he's over dating crazy city women, and that he's looking for love in the burbs. George decides to embrace the holiday spirit with a tree trimming party complete with ex-girlfriend, potential new girlfriend and the Royces, and he soon finds himself under the mistletoe with a special someone.
Guest stars: Abbie Cobb (Kimantha), Jay Mohr (Steven Royce), Deena Dill (Bliss), Gloria Votsis (Zoe), Ellen Woglom (Aimee Ainsley), Alice Lo (Mrs. Yee), Raymond Ma (Mr. Yee)
E10 Driving Miss DaliaJan 4, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 7.3
Synopsis
When Tessa gets her driver's license, Dalia hires her to drive her around to stalk her crush, Scott Strauss. As a result Tessa realizes that she and Scott might have feelings for each other. Meanwhile George and Noah's relationship is put to the test when George decides he wants to join the local country club.
Guest stars: Chris Parnell (Fred Shay), Thomas McDonell (Scott Strauss), Katelyn Pacitto (Kaitlin), Kara Pacitto (Kenzie), Abbie Cobb (Kimantha), Arden Myrin (Jocelyn), Edward Padilla (Javier), Hayes MacArthur (Walter)
E11 Out in the BurbsJan 11, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 7.6
Synopsis
When Tessa is asked to show new guy Josh Sherman around school, she becomes convinced that he's gay, when in fact he's an undercover narcotics officer. Lisa becomes deeply infatuated with Josh, and Tessa inadvertly convinces Mr. Wolfe to make special announcement to the student body. Meanwhile George re-evaluates his relationship with Dallas.
Guest stars: Chris Parnell (Fred Shay), Dan Byrd (Josh Sherman), Evan Arnold (Chef Alan), Parker Young (Ryan Shay), Chad Dashnaw (Dave Donsky), Kristine Angela (Student)
E12 The Casino TripJan 18, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 7.1
Synopsis
When George wins an all expenses paid trip to Atlantic City, he enlists Noah, Fred, Tom and Alex, and it turns into a getaway with the guys. During their trip they run into Steven Royce (who is supposed to be in Singapore), and they help Fred cope with his gambling problem. Meanwhile Tessa tries to get some alone time with Scott Strauss.
Guest stars: Chris Parnell (Fred Shay), Evan Arnold (Chef Alan), Thomas McDonell (Scott Strauss), Katelyn Pacitto (Kaitlin), Kara Pacitto (Kenzie), Anastacia McPherson (Bambi), Alex Boling (Alex), Todd Sherry (Tom)
E13 Sex and the SuburbsFeb 8, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 7.2
Synopsis
Tessa enjoys rubbing it in Dalia's face that Scott Strause chose her over Dalia. However the closer Tessa gets to Scott, the more nervous George becomes. When George discovers a box of XXL condoms that Lisa has given Tessa, he becomes obsessed and starts planning game night with her friends in hopes of keeping her at home more. Meanwhile Tessa soon discovers that the more time she spends with Scott, the less attracted to him she is.
Guest stars: Chris Parnell (Fred Shay), Thomas McDonell (Scott Strauss), Katelyn Pacitto (Kaitlin), Kara Pacitto (Kenzie), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Parker Young (Ryan Shay), Abbie Cobb (Kimantha), Arden Myrin (Jocelyn)
E14 The BodyFeb 15, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 6.6
Synopsis
When Tessa realizes that she's failing gym class, she decides to run for student body president in hopes of changing Chatswin High's obsession with sports. During the election, Lisa steps in as Tessa's campaign manager against Kenzie and Kaitlyn. Meanwhile, Ryan is injured during a wrestling match and finds himself mourned by his family, and George takes Ryan under his wing and introduces him to people who have moved forward from setbacks.
Guest stars: Chris Parnell (Fred Shay), Evan Arnold (Chef Alan), Katelyn Pacitto (Kaitlin), Kara Pacitto (Kenzie), Sam Lerner (Evan), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Parker Young (Ryan Shay), Bryan Gentry (Jock)
E15 Fire with FireFeb 22, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 6.6
Synopsis
When Jill turns to the newly single Dallas for inspiration and support, her marriage to Noah goes on the rocks. Meanwhile Dallas begins spending a lot of time with her hot younger boyfriend, Yoni, which causes tension with George, and Dalia befriends Lisa to get back at Tessa for dating Scott Strauss -- so Tessa decides to take action and recruits Kimantha to make Dalia jealous.
Guest stars: Gillian Vigman (Jill Werner), Katelyn Pacitto (Kaitlin), Kara Pacitto (Kenzie), Wilmer Valderrama (Yoni), Sam Lerner (Evan), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Abbie Cobb (Kimantha), Edward Padilla (Javier)
E16 Poetic InjusticeFeb 29, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 6.7
Synopsis
When Fred and Sheila strike up a croquet match with Dallas and George, Fred misreads Sheila's interest in George. Fred tells George that Sheila is fantasizing about him and asks him to seduce her. Meanwhile Tessa desperately wants to impress the new poetry teacher, Ms. Evans, but she seems to prefer Dalia's prose.
Guest stars: Chris Parnell (Fred Shay), Jamie Denbo (Deena Doogan), Jackie Geary (Ms. Evans), Luiggi Debiasse (Ernesto), Pamela Lundquist (Chatswin Blonde Mom)
E17 Independence DayMar 14, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 6.7
Synopsis
When George picks Tessa up late from school she decides to get a job working for Dallas in order to buy her own wheels. Meanwhile Dallas invites her sorority sisters to stay with her in order to celebrate the opening of her store, A Crystal Cup of Crystals; however her rival sorority sister, Tulsa, decides to crash the party.
Guest stars: Robin Givens (Tulsa), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Bunnie Rivera (Carmen), Alex Boling (Alex), Todd Sherry (Tom), Miriam Flynn (Helen), Sharon Brathwaite (Teeny), Rachel Leah Cohen (Waitress)
E18 Down TimeApr 11, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 6.7
Synopsis
When Dallas's divorce is finalized, George becomes concerned and includes her in a shopping trip with Noah to buy a new mattress. Meanwhile Dalia makes a breakthrough in therapy with her psychiatrist, Dr. Richard Rohl (James Lipton), Lisa and Malik try to set up Tessa, and Ryan takes Tessa on a date.
Guest stars: Sam Lerner (Evan), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Parker Young (Ryan Shay), Bunnie Rivera (Carmen), Jonathan Slavin (Store Manager), James Lipton (Dr. Richard Rohl), Michael Adler (Dr. Roger), Joey Naber
E19 Entering EdenApr 18, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 6.8
Synopsis
George begins dating Eden (Alicia Silverstone), a woman he met at the town's farmer's market. Tessa helps Dalia find her missing dog.
Guest stars: Gillian Vigman (Jill Werner), Evan Arnold (Chef Alan), Katelyn Pacitto (Kaitlin), Kara Pacitto (Kenzie), Bryan Coffee (Frank), Alicia Silverstone (Eden), Bunnie Rivera (Carmen), Abbie Cobb (Kimantha)
E20 Hear No EvilMay 2, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 6.8
Synopsis
As George and Eden's relationship gets serious, he decides to introduce her to Tessa, who is preoccupied with her job at Crystal Cup of Crystals. Meanwhile, George and Noah make a deal regarding George's relationship boundaries with Eden, and Eden is overwhelmed by Sheila's meddling and the Werners' overprotective behavior.
Guest stars: Chris Parnell (Fred Shay), Gillian Vigman (Jill Werner), Maria Russell (Ibiza), Alicia Silverstone (Eden), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Parker Young (Ryan Shay), Kurt Ela (Technician)
E21 The Great CompromiseMay 9, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 7.0
Synopsis
While Tessa tries to adjust to living with Eden, George takes issue with Eden's parenting; Lisa and Malik consider which camp they should attend.
Guest stars: Alicia Silverstone (Eden), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Armen Weitzman (Troy)
E22 The MotherloadMay 16, 2012 · 22 min · ★ 7.0
Synopsis
Tessa feels a void as Chatswin celebrates mothers; Dalia goes to Israel without Dallas; Eden reacts to a baby shower's theme.
Guest stars: Chris Parnell (Fred Shay), Gillian Vigman (Jill Werner), Dana Powell (Rhonda), Alicia Silverstone (Eden), Maestro Harrell (Malik), Parker Young (Ryan Shay), Bunnie Rivera (Carmen), Darlene Hunt (Connie Kushell)