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Work can be such a production.
Liz Lemon, the head writer for a late-night TV variety show in New York, tries to juggle all the egos around her while chasing her own dream.
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Liz Lemon, the head writer for a late-night TV variety show in New York, tries to juggle all the egos around her while chasing her own dream.
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Episode 1
Jack demands changes to make TGS both more relatable to average Americans and more cost-conscious and sends Liz and Pete to search for fresh blood. Kenneth organizes a strike by the pages.
Directed by Don ScardinoWritten by Tina FeyGuest stars Lonny Ross, Grizz Chapman, Steve Buscemi, Paula Pell, D.K. Bowser, Liz Holtan, Matt Hubbard, Sue Galloway
Episode 2
Jack tries to protect his job and the company when Devin returns to seek revenge; Tracy and Jenna try to make Liz's life miserable; Kenneth volunteers at an animal shelter.
Directed by Beth McCarthy-MillerWritten by Robert CarlockGuest stars Maulik Pancholy, Savanna Samson, Jon Glaser, Will Arnett, Grizz Chapman, Jason Jurman, Seth Kirschner, Aalok Mehta
Episode 3
Jack and Liz search for new talent as they travel to Kenneth's hometown. Jenna makes an attempt to become friends with the writers. Tracy fears he may die next after a pair of celebrities pass away.
Directed by Don ScardinoWritten by John RiggiGuest stars Betty White, Jimmy Fallon, Jeff Dunham, Sue Galloway, Blaine Horton, Carson Elrod, Nick Sullivan, Jonathan Dickson
Episode 4
Liz and Pete try to rig the audition process; Tracy and Jenna decide they should conduct their own search for the next 'TGS' star.
Directed by Beth McCarthy-MillerWritten by Robert Carlock, Matt HubbardGuest stars Maulik Pancholy, Lonny Ross, Gilbert Gottfried, Martin Scorsese, Christopher Walken, Marceline Hugot, Lisette Oropesa, Grizz Chapman
Episode 5
The crew awaits the arrival of the new cast member. Tracy and Jenna rethink how they treat Kenneth. Jack offers Liz a talk show.
Directed by John RiggiWritten by Ron WeinerGuest stars Padma Lakshmi, Shawn Levy, Stink Fisher, Ken Kensei, Stewart Steinberg, Brian Distance, Cheyenne Jackson, Josh Fadem
Episode 6
When Liz's apartment building is converted to condos she has to make a drastic change to her living arrangements. Meanwhile, Jack and Tracy reevaluate their plans for parenthood and Kenneth is on a mission to make "TGS" greener during NBC's annual "Green Week."
Directed by Gail MancusoWritten by Josh Siegal, Dylan MorganGuest stars Bobb'e J. Thompson, Al Gore, Nate Corddry, Alysia Reiner, Marceline Hugot, Rip Torn, Grizz Chapman, Sue Galloway
Episode 7
The tables are turned when production begins on Liz’s new talk show, “Dealbreakers,” and she experiences what its like to walk a mile in Jenna’s shoes. Jack, dealing with pressure from Devin, calculates to make “Dealbreakers” a success. Meanwhile, Tracy takes on the ultimate Hollywood challenge in order to prove his commitment to his wife. Everyone pitches in to help Tracy reach his goal including Kenneth, Dotcom and Grizz.
Directed by Don ScardinoWritten by Kay CannonGuest stars Maulik Pancholy, Whoopi Goldberg, Peter Reckell, Kristian Alfonso, Will Arnett, Grizz Chapman, Sherri Shepherd, Sue Galloway
Episode 8
Jack’s interest in a new social networking site unexpectedly reconnects him with a high school crush. Kenneth tries to organize a Secret Santa Fun Swap, but not without resistance from some of the staff members. Meanwhile, Liz battles the task of buying a gift that’s good enough for Jack, and Jenna is horrified at the prospect of sharing her annual Christmas solo.
Directed by Beth McCarthy-MillerWritten by Tina FeyGuest stars Maulik Pancholy, Julianne Moore, Larry Wilcox, Teddy Coluca, Cheyenne Jackson, Subhas Ramsaywack, Christine J. Noble, Chris Fischer
Episode 9
Following a wild New Year's Eve, Jack has to try to repair the damage he did after leaving a drunken message on an ex's voicemail. Meanwhile, Jenna tries to get into a relationship with James Franco in order to cover up his secret; and Liz, after accidentally "outing" her cousin to his family, welcomes him to New York City; and Tracy finds new respect for women.
Directed by Gail MancusoWritten by Robert CarlockGuest stars Maulik Pancholy, James Franco, Grizz Chapman, Matt Lauer, Kevin Brown, Jeffery Self, April Perry, Adam Trese
Episode 10
Jack tries to squash the burgeoning relationship between Liz and Danny. Tracy asks Sue to be in his entourage. Jenna tries out for Gossip Girl.
Directed by Don ScardinoWritten by Steve HelyGuest stars Sanjay Gupta, Grizz Chapman, Sue Galloway, Joseph D'Onofrio, Cheyenne Jackson, Jonathan Cohn, Kevin Brown, Christine J. Noble
Episode 11
Hoping to boost staffers' spirits, Liz takes TGS on the road, but Jack takes over for his own reasons, and the staff find reasons to blame Liz for all that's wrong in their lives.
Directed by Beth McCarthy-MillerWritten by Vali ChandrasekaranGuest stars Maulik Pancholy, Julianne Moore, Kevin Meaney, Grizz Chapman, Sue Galloway, Cheyenne Jackson, Kevin Brown, Ray Bokhour
Episode 12
Jenna's mother comes to visit, and she looks to Jack to help. Frank moves in with Liz as a boarder, and they decide to aid one another stop some bad habits.
Directed by Don ScardinoWritten by Ron WeinerGuest stars Jan Hooks, Jodie Lynne McClintock, Athena Ripka
Episode 13
Liz schedules a root canal to avoid feeling lonely on Valentine's Day; Jack woos an attractive and successful TV host; Jenna's stalker loses interest.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Matt HubbardGuest stars Maulik Pancholy, Elizabeth Banks, Jason Sudeikis, Jon Hamm, Horatio Sanz, Jon Bon Jovi, Grizz Chapman, Stewart Steinberg
Episode 14
Liz searches for a man she met in her dentist's waiting room. Jack fears for the future when he learns a cable company may have its sights on NBC. Jenna helps Tracy try to get a Tony award.
Directed by Ken Whittingham, Don ScardinoWritten by Tracey Wigfield, Jon HallerGuest stars Maulik Pancholy, James Rebhorn, Michael Sheen, Elizabeth Banks, Brian Williams, Christine J. Noble, Maechi Aharanwa, Jack Welch
Episode 15
Jack needs to reestablish himself within the new corporate structure. Liz and Wesley continually run into each other, making them consider fate's role in their lives. Tracy's nanny writes an exposé.
Directed by Stephen Lee DavisWritten by Tracey Wigfield, Jack BurdittGuest stars James Rebhorn, Michael Sheen, Marceline Hugot, Dave Finkel, Scott Bryce, John Anderson, Samuel Maupin, Kevin Brown
Episode 16
Liz reevaluates her feelings for an old flame, Floyd, when he returns with big news, and Jack Donaghy teaches Danny Baker the finer points of pranks after the TGS writers play a trick on him. Jenna Maroney and Tracy Jordan see Kenneth Parcell in a disturbing new light after they spend a very long day listening to him tell stories about his childhood.
Directed by Millicent SheltonWritten by Paula PellGuest stars Kathie Lee Gifford, Jason Sudeikis, Hoda Kotb, Meredith Vieira, Lester Holt, Cheyenne Jackson, Kristin McGee, Johnny Pruitt
Episode 17
Liz Lemon starts making an effort to date by attending singles events with Jenna Maroney, and Jack Donaghy feels forced to choose between childhood love, Nancy Donovan and news anchor Avery Jessup. Meanwhile, a racist comment sparks an office-wide debate on affirmative action and leaves Toofer with a big decision to make regarding his future at TGS.
Directed by Don ScardinoWritten by Kay Cannon, Tina FeyGuest stars Will Ferrell, Julianne Moore, Elizabeth Banks, Steve Hely, Grizz Chapman, Kevin Brown, Nancy Lemenager, Jon Prescott
Episode 18
Liz discovers that the TGS staff have been excluding her from their weekly hangouts, and strives to prove that she can be fun. Jack must choose between janitors and the shift time they both want, and Kenneth aids Tracy Jordan in being a good husband.
Directed by Beth McCarthy-MillerWritten by Vali ChandrasekaranGuest stars Maulik Pancholy, Subhas Ramsaywack, Christine J. Noble, Kapil Bawa
Episode 19
Wedding fever hits TGS, leaving Liz to sort out Grizz's dilemma when both Tracy and Dot Com want to be his best man. Jenna's new boyfriend, Paul, raises Liz and Pete's suspicions, while Jack is finally forced to deal with the death of his mentor, Don Geiss, when Geiss leaves him a strange but meaningful inheritance.
Directed by Jeff RichmondWritten by Paula Pell, Dylan MorganGuest stars Burke Moses, Carmen Osbahr, Will Forte, Marceline Hugot, Grizz Chapman, Kevin Brown, Christine J. Noble, Peter Linz
Episode 20
Liz Lemon meets her mother's old flame, while Jack Donaghy's mother, Colleen, gets tangled in his relationships with Avery Jessup and high school love, Nancy Donovan. Jenna's mother, Verna returns, while Tracy learns a lesson from his "mom".
Directed by John RiggiWritten by Kay Cannon, Robert CarlockGuest stars Jan Hooks, Will Ferrell, Buzz Aldrin, Anita Gillette, Patti LuPone, Elizabeth Banks, Elaine Stritch, Cheyenne Jackson
Episode 21
Jack becomes even more entangled in his love triangle between Avery Jessup and Nancy Donovan, and he turns for advice to Liz, who is focusing on her own romantic problems. When Liz can't find a date to Floyd's wedding, she revisits her old boyfriends in hope that a spark will reignite. Meanwhile, Tracy continues his journey to earn his egot.
Directed by Beth McCarthy-MillerWritten by Matt HubbardGuest stars Julianne Moore, Michael Sheen, Elizabeth Banks, Jason Sudeikis, Jon Hamm, Seth Kirschner, Dean Winters, John Anderson
Episode 22
Liz questions fate when she meets the man of her dreams, while Jack's love triangle between high school love, Nancy Donovan, and CNBC anchor, Avery Jessup, comes to a head. Meanwhile, Jenna's boyfriend is confronted with a similar dilemma when his desire for another woman threatens to ruin their relationship, and Kenneth, with the help of Tracy, tries to avoid a promotion that would land him in LA.
Directed by Don ScardinoWritten by Tina FeyGuest stars Julianne Moore, Michael Sheen, Elizabeth Banks, Matt Damon, Jason Sudeikis, Will Forte, Susan Heyward, Grizz Chapman
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Tina FeyLiz Lemon
Alec BaldwinJack Donaghy
Tracy MorganTracy Jordan
Jane KrakowskiJenna Maroney
Jack McBrayerKenneth Parcell
Scott AdsitPete Hornberger
Judah FriedlanderFrank Rossitano
Keith PowellJames 'Toofer' Spurlock
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