TV series

Grosse Pointe

Name: Grosse Pointe
Released: 2000
Cast: Irene Molloy, Al Santos, Lindsay Sloane, Bonnie Somerville, Kohl Sudduth

2000–2001· 1 season· 22 min episodesTV-14★ 7.9Canceled

On The WB — From Darren Star Productions · Artists Television Group (ATG)

ALL THE DIRT BEHIND THE SOAP.

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Synopsis

This "show-within-a-show" comedy from Darren Star takes a satirical look at the action behind the scenes of a teen prime-time soap. It centers on the on and off-camera antics of five actors who star in a fictional high school drama called Grosse Pointe

Themes

romantic rivalry satire parody behind the scenes sexual tension lgbt

Episodes

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E1 PilotNext upSep 22, 2000 · 21 min
Synopsis
The arrival of stage-trained Courtney Scott threatens "Grosse Pointe" leading lady Hunter Fallow and sparks romantic interest in a male castmate.
Guest stars: Bonnie McFarlane (Katie Ellis), Michael Hitchcock (Richard Towers / Ted Johnson), Martin Spanjers (Adam), Michael Mitz (Director), Lisa Mende (Pat Kemp), Michele Dalcin (Mary Johnson), Katie Fountain (Marilyn the Extra), Nicole Nieth (Jessica)
E2 Thieves Like UsSep 29, 2000 · 21 min
Synopsis
Hunter talks a reluctant Marcy into helping her sabotage Courtney's scenes by making faces at her out of camera range. Hunter's ploy backfires, however, when the unsuspecting producers call her on the carpet about her less-than-legal off-duty habit.
Guest stars: Brian Howe (Photographer (uncredited)), Michael Hitchcock (Richard Towers / Ted Johnson), Darcas Macopson (Security Guard), Michele Dalcin (Mary Engel / Mary Johnson), Joely Fisher (Hope Lustig), Jorge Luis Abreu (Jorge), Steve Kramer (Director), Lena Milan (Volleyball Referee)
E3 Prelude to a KissOct 9, 2000 · 21 min
Synopsis
Hunter freaks when next week's script calls for her character's boyfriend, played by Quentin, to kiss Courtney's character. She asks the producers to stop the storyline and tries to get Quentin to support her case. But when both rebuff her, she decides to spread a rumor about Quentin. Meanwhile, Marcy throws a party to lure Johnny into spending time with her.
Guest stars: Tom McCleister (Paul / Crew Guy), Merrin Dungey (Joan), Joely Fisher (Hope Lustig), Jorge Luis Abreu (Jorge), Scottie Epstein (Pizza Guy), Steve Kramer (Director)
E4 Devil in a Blue DressOct 16, 2000 · 21 min
Synopsis
Hunter gets an audition for Oliver Stone but is hesitant when she learns she may have to gain weight to get the part. When she balks, Courtney tells her a real actress would put on the pounds, and Marcy offers to help her beef up. Meanwhile, Dave snags the script and makes copies to auction online.
Guest stars: Joe E. Tata (Joe E. Tata), Michael Hitchcock (Richard Towers / Ted Johnson), David Gautreaux (Director), Michele Dalcin (Mary Engel / Mary Johnson), Lisa Mende (Pat Kemp), Jorge Luis Abreu (Jorge)
E5 HalloweenOct 20, 2000 · 21 min
Synopsis
The show films a lame Halloween fantasy episode in which the characters become vampire slayers. After recovering from an on-set accident, Marcy finally finds her own hot guy when the girls take her out clubbing. Meanwhile, Dave has to find another place to live when Johnny throws him out of the trailer.
Guest stars: Derek Hamilton (Christian), David Gautreaux (Director), Joely Fisher (Hope Lustig), Rus Blackwell (Stunt Rigger)
E6 Mommie DearestOct 27, 2000 · 21 min
Synopsis
Hunter is ecstatic when she talks Rob into hiring her reformed-alcoholic mother Helena for a bit part. But an ambitious Helena isn't satisfied with her one-line character and sets her sights on a steamier role, leaving a dismayed Hunter to rethink her support. Elsewhere, Courtney and Johnny prepare to play a charity volleyball match with cast members of 'Popular'.
Guest stars: Leslie Bibb (Leslie Bibb), Carly Pope (Carly Pope), David Gautreaux (Director), Shareen Mitchell (Helena Sarkissian), Robin Strasser (Lila Van Guilden (uncredited))
E7 Sleeping with the EnemyNov 3, 2000 · 21 min
Synopsis
Tabloid rumors that Helena and Quentin are romantically involved send Hunter fuming—primarily because the rumors are true. Johnny's movie premiere provides an excellent opportunity for the cast to steal some spotlights.
Guest stars: Ted Danson (Jack the Dog (voice)), Shareen Mitchell (Helena Sarkissian), Michele Dalcin (Mary Engel / Mary Johnson), Bob Sattler (Photographer), Ted Casablanca (Ted Casablanca)
E8 SatisfactionNov 10, 2000 · 21 min
Synopsis
Cast and crew revolt when the new producer aims to shoot a graphic sex scene. Protesters include Marcy, who says she's too inexperienced; Johnny, who hates being nearly naked most of the time; and fellow producer Rob, who decides to take action.
Guest stars: Shannon Cochran (Julie's Mom), Michael Hitchcock (Richard Towers / Ted Johnson), Lisa Edelstein (Shawn Shapiro), Merrin Dungey (Joan), Kady Cole (Julie)
E9 Boys on the SideNov 19, 2000 · 21 min
Synopsis
Courtney's hotshot boyfriend causes a stir on the set, and Johnny has to go out with the winner of a fan contest, who turns out to be a 14-year-old boy named Leslie.
Guest stars: Thomas Dekker (Leslie Chupak), Ryan Scott Greene (Deegan), David Gautreaux (Director), Lisa Amsterdam (Roberta)
E10 Puppet MasterNov 26, 2000
Synopsis
Hunter and Courtney vie for the attention of Hunter's ex-boyfriend Jonah, who's on the set to direct an episode, while Dave and Marcy realize they have something in common--their underwear.
Guest stars: Julia Schultz (Melanie), Jeniffer Brooke (Judy), Binky van Bilderbeek (Jonah Mumford), Elisa Leonetti (Ursula)
E11 Star WarsDec 17, 2000 · 21 min
Synopsis
After making a big stink on the set, Hunter takes out a restraining order against Quentin; Courtney does a Japanese commercial, not realizing what her overseas nickname is; a studly guest star sets his sights on Marcy.
Guest stars: Michael Hitchcock (Richard Towers / Ted Johnson), Jonathan Del Arco (Greg), Ann Ryerson (Director), Hamilton von Watts (Brady Wagner), Judy Kain (Angie), Nina Cho (Jacqueline), George Takei (Japanese Ad Executive (uncredited))
E12 Barenaked in AmericaJan 7, 2001 · 21 min
Synopsis
A magazine publishes nude photos of Courtney without her permission, causing a big hubbub among the cast and crew. Meanwhile, Dave prepares to tell Marcy how he really feels about her.
Guest stars: Michael Hitchcock (Richard Towers / Ted Johnson), Judy Kain (Angie), Eric Fleeks (Rutherford), Margot Rose (Director), Ray Proscia (Announcer)
E13 Secrets and LiesJan 14, 2001 · 21 min
Synopsis
While Hunter and Dave embark on an intimate but decidedly unromantic relationship, Marcy embraces her Jewish heritage—and a nice Jewish guy with it. A denial-ridden Quentin is obsessed with his impending birthday.
Guest stars: Ann Ryerson (Director), Nina Cho (Jacqueline), Michael Hagerty (Eli Goldberg), Stephen Silberkraus (Bartender)
E14 The End of the AffairFeb 4, 2001 · 21 min
Synopsis
Dave prepares to break up with Hunter, who only makes things more difficult for him.
Guest stars: Scott Thompson Baker (Dr. Martin), Eric Fleeks (Rutherford), Kristin Davis (Kristin Davis), David Starzyk (Ken)
E15 Opposite of SexFeb 11, 2001 · 21 min
Synopsis
Jason Priestley sponsors the latest member of Sex Addicts Anonymous – Quentin. Marcy frets over a phone-in campaign to kill her character.
Guest stars: Jason Priestley (Jason Priestley), Merrin Dungey (Joan), Eric Fleeks (Rutherford), Margot Rose (Director), Mike Grief (Fat Man), Suzanne Kent (Nurse), Gordon Thomson (Dr. Evangelitis), Justine Priestley (Woman)
E16 Passion FishFeb 16, 2001 · 21 min
Synopsis
Sarah Michelle Gellar agrees to appear on the show--but only if her character can kiss Marcy's. Now rumors are flying about whether Gellar's gay, and Marcy's considering 'experimenting' with her. Quentin, meanwhile, takes credit for rushing to the aid of a hit-and-run victim whom, unbeknownst to the rest of the world, he actually hit in the first place.
Guest stars: Katie Wagner (TV Guide Reporter), Michael Hitchcock (Richard Towers / Ted Johnson), Mark Schwed (TV Guide Reporter), Dona Hardy (Lucille Wolf), Merrin Dungey (Joan), Rachael Harris (Reporter), Sarah Michelle Gellar (Sarah Michelle Gellar), Margot Rose (Director)
E17 My Best Friend's WeddingFeb 18, 2001 · 21 min
Synopsis
Hunter shocks everyone by announcing her engagement to Dweezil Zappa, whom she has known for only a day. They plan to marry that Saturday. Hunter's agent arranges for a Spanish magazine to cover the wedding. In order to make the event seem more newsworthy, Hunter pays former Saved by the Bell star Elizabeth Berkley $25,000 to pose as her old friend and serve as a celebrity bridesmaid.
Guest stars: Stryker (Best Man), Dweezil Zappa (Dweezil Zappa), DeeDee Rescher (Gayla Nethercott), Nina Cho (Jacqueline), Elizabeth Berkley (Elizabeth Berkley), Tac Fitzgerald (Tom Hodges), Randall Rapstine (Priest), Estelle Reyna (Ludmilla)