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The story of Bill Henrickson and his life in suburban Salt Lake City, balancing the needs of his three wives -- Barb, Nicki and Margene-- their seven kids, three new houses and the opening of his newest hardware store. When disturbing news arrives about Bill's father, he is forced to reconnect with his polygamist parents who live on a fundamentalist compound in rural Utah.
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- E1 Big LoveNext upMar 12, 2006 · 57 min · ★ 8.5
Synopsis
As Bill prepares for the opening of a new addition to his hardware store chain, he receives bad news about his father's health, and also deals with trying to balance the needs of his three wives.
Guest stars: Tina Majorino (Heather Tuttle), Matt Ross (Albert 'Alby' Grant), Mary Kay Place (Adaleen Grant), Lyndsy Fonseca (Donna), Margaret Easley (April Blessing), Garrett Fraye (Raymond Henrickson), Keegan Holst (Wayne Henrickson), Lawrence O'Donnell (Lee Hatcher)
- E2 Viagra BlueMar 19, 2006 · 52 min · ★ 6.3
Synopsis
While Bill seeks protection against the religious compound led by Roman Grant, things heat up between the sister-wives over Margene's overtly sexual behavior. Roman "The Prophet" asks Bill's father to act as a go-between to deliver a message to his son, and the Hendricksons get together for a family dinner with Bill's business partner and his three wives. Meanwhile, Margene pressures Bill about buying her a car and Ben goes out on a date with a girl that seems too mature for him.
Guest stars: Tina Majorino (Heather Tuttle), Matt Ross (Albert 'Alby' Grant), Kyle Gallner (Jason Embry), Lyndsy Fonseca (Donna), Wendy Phillips (Peg Embry), Garrett Fraye (Raymond Henrickson), William O'Leary (Ronny), Keegan Holst (Wayne Henrickson)
- E3 Home InvasionMar 26, 2006 · 50 min · ★ 9.0
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Bill gets a new home security system, Nicki throws a birthday party, new neighbours move in, and Margene meets her mother-in-law. Meanwhile, there's a break-in in Bill's hardware store.
Guest stars: Matt Ross (Albert 'Alby' Grant), Mary Kay Place (Adaleen Grant), Van Epperson (Smiley), Jodie Markell (Wendy Hunt), John Lacy (Security-System Installer), Garrett Fraye (Raymond Henrickson), Keegan Holst (Wayne Henrickson), Colby French (Worker Offering Wendy a Ride)
- E4 EclipseApr 2, 2006 · 56 min · ★ 8.8
Synopsis
Bill goes on a hunting trip with his son Ben, Barb tries to get accredited as a full-time teacher, and shopaholic Nicki realizes she can't pay her credit card bills. Meanwhile, Sarah goes to a house party but ends up needing her friend Heather's help.
Guest stars: Tina Majorino (Heather Tuttle), Kyle Gallner (Jason Embry), Larry Sullivan (Trooper), Lyndsy Fonseca (Donna), Suze Orman (Suze Orman), Peter Navy Tuiasosopo (Tui / Big Security Driver), Garrett Fraye (Raymond Henrickson), Keegan Holst (Wayne Henrickson)
- E5 AffairApr 9, 2006 · 56 min · ★ 8.4
Synopsis
Nicki suspects that Bill is having an affair and is considering bringing a fourth wife to the family. Margene, feeling alone in the big house, befriends the new neighbor, Pam Martin. Bill goes after Roman and tries to expose him, but polygamy accusations also fly in the Home Plus. Meanwhile, Ben is trying to cope with his arousing sexuality and being a teenager.
Guest stars: Matt Ross (Albert 'Alby' Grant), Kyle Gallner (Jason Embry), Jodie Markell (Wendy Hunt), Wendy Phillips (Peg Embry), Garrett Fraye (Raymond Henrickson), Keegan Holst (Wayne Henrickson), Sarah Jones (Brynn), Audrey Wasilewski (Pam Martin)
- E6 Roberta's FuneralApr 16, 2006 · 51 min · ★ 8.2
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Bill attends the funeral of Frank's first wife Roberta at Juniper Creek, and strikes a deal with Roman. With Roberta out of the picture, Bill's mother Lois attempts to rise up on the social ladder at the compound, and Barb and Nicki find themselves in a hairy situation at Henrickson Home Plus.
Guest stars: Mary Kay Place (Adaleen Grant), Lindsay Hollister (Sally), Jodie Markell (Wendy Hunt), Wendy Phillips (Peg Embry), Jenny O'Hara (Nita), Garrett Fraye (Raymond Henrickson), Keegan Holst (Wayne Henrickson), Audrey Wasilewski (Pam Martin)
- E7 EvictionApr 23, 2006 · 55 min · ★ 9.0
Synopsis
Bill considers running an expensive advertising campaign, Barb finds out about Nicki's secret, and Margie goes to church with Pam, their neighbor. Meanwhile, Sarah brings home a surprise guest, and Ben goes on a trip with his friends.
Guest stars: Tina Majorino (Heather Tuttle), Matt Ross (Albert 'Alby' Grant), Kyle Gallner (Jason Embry), Matt Lanter (Gibson), Wendy Phillips (Peg Embry), Kevin Alejandro (The Hustler), Matt Knudsen (Del), Garrett Fraye (Raymond Henrickson)
- E8 EasterApr 30, 2006 · 53 min · ★ 8.8
Synopsis
Bill and Roman's disagreements result in lawsuits from both sides as well as unwanted houseguests from the compound. Sarah learns about her family's history from her grandmother and Joey confides in Barb.
Guest stars: Mary Kay Place (Adaleen Grant), Jodie Markell (Wendy Hunt), Jenny O'Hara (Nita), Garrett Fraye (Raymond Henrickson), Keegan Holst (Wayne Henrickson), Lawrence O'Donnell (Lee Hatcher), Lynn Wanlass (Sue Sue), Newell Alexander (Dan Potts)
- E9 A Barbecue for BettyMay 7, 2006 · 51 min · ★ 9.2
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Bill wants to throw a party to celebrate Don's plans of getting a fourth wife but Nicki's massive credit card debt weighs heavily on his mind. Pam's friend attempts to make his moves on Margie, but she is preoccupied with wanting to know more of how she became a part of the Henrickson family.
Guest stars: Tina Majorino (Heather Tuttle), Michael McMillian (Chad), Karly Rothenberg (Waitress), Garrett Fraye (Raymond Henrickson), Keegan Holst (Wayne Henrickson), Gavin Glennon, Carlos Jacott (Carl Martin), Lawrence O'Donnell (Lee Hatcher)
- E10 The BaptismMay 14, 2006 · 54 min · ★ 6.1
Synopsis
The Henrickson's prepare Teenie's baptism with friction and surprises from Barb's judgmental sister. Bill decides to take preemptive action against Roman with his brother. Margene continues to butt heads with Nicki, and her misfortunes pile up. Ben wants to show his affection to Brynn but is surprised when she demands something more.
Guest stars: Matt Ross (Albert 'Alby' Grant), Mary Kay Place (Adaleen Grant), Judith Hoag (Cindy Price), Garrett Fraye (Raymond Henrickson), Keegan Holst (Wayne Henrickson), Sarah Jones (Brynn), Audrey Wasilewski (Pam Martin), John Ingle (Ernest Holloway)
- E11 Where There's a WillMay 21, 2006 · 55 min · ★ 6.3
Synopsis
Both Bill and Barb get social recognition as Barb is selected as a finalist for a "Mother of the Year" award and Bill is asked to become a member of the Salt Lake City Leadership League. Meanwhile, the sister-wives draw up their wills, and Rhonda gets to know what life outside the compound is like for teenage girls when she hangs out with Sarah and Heather.
Guest stars: Tina Majorino (Heather Tuttle), Matt Ross (Albert 'Alby' Grant), Mary Kay Place (Adaleen Grant), Neil Hopkins (Ken Byington), Jodie Markell (Wendy Hunt), Wendy Phillips (Peg Embry), Garrett Fraye (Raymond Henrickson), Keegan Holst (Wayne Henrickson)
- E12 The CeremonyJun 4, 2006 · 49 min · ★ 8.4
Synopsis
To Roman's surprise, Bill and Joey attend the UEB priesthood council meeting. Alby's visit to Wanda brings out her old habits, which could potentially land Bill in a big trouble. Rhonda uses the acting competition as an excuse to leave the compound but she discovers that her family isn't willing to let her go. Finally, Barb attends the Mother of the Year awards ceremony but not all goes as expected.
Guest stars: Matt Ross (Albert 'Alby' Grant), Mary Kay Place (Adaleen Grant), Neil Hopkins (Ken Byington), Cristine Rose (Evelyn Linton), Jodie Markell (Wendy Hunt), Matt Knudsen (Del), Steven Anders (Thug), Carlos Jacott (Carl Martin)
Cast & crew
Created by Will Scheffer, Mark V. Olsen
Bill Paxton
Jeanne Tripplehorn
Chloë Sevigny
Ginnifer Goodwin
Grace Zabriskie
Douglas Smith
Cassi Thomson
Matt Ross
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