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American Housewife

2016TV-PG5 seasons7.7 / 10

Still the wife of the party.

A family comedy narrated by Katie, a strong-willed mother, raising her flawed family in a wealthy town filled with perfect wives and their perfect offspring.

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Checked Jul 22, 2026

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Synopsis

A family comedy narrated by Katie, a strong-willed mother, raising her flawed family in a wealthy town filled with perfect wives and their perfect offspring.

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Episode 1

Mom Guilt

21m6.5 / 10

After spending years as a full-time mom, Katie goes back to work as a party planner, which brings new challenges of balancing home and work life into the mix.

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Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Donald DiegoGuest stars Sara Rue, Tom Lenk, Kelly Ripa, Cesili Williams, Amy Workman, Austin Boyce, Samantha Sonnett, Jason Dolley

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Episode 2

Here We Go Again

21m7.0 / 10

With her new job taking up more of her time, Katie and Greg try to split up parenting duties. Katie over-involves herself in Taylor's social life by trying to keep some distance between Taylor and her boyfriend, Trip, to make sure Taylor is her own person aside from him. Meanwhile, Greg tries to convince Oliver to be honest after overhearing Oliver lie to his friends about his less-than-luxurious summer vacation.

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Directed by Helen HuntWritten by Rick Wiener, Kenny SchwartzGuest stars Jerry Lambert, Logan Pepper, Peyton Meyer, Kelly Ripa, Jason Dolley, Aris Alvarado

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Episode 3

Cheaters Sometimes Win

21m6.5 / 10

When Katie's mom, Kathryn, comes to town, Katie and Kathryn encourage the kids to make less than favorable decisions: Oliver cheats in shop class and Katie helps him try to get out of it, while Kathryn reassures Taylor that she doesn't need to go to college.

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Directed by Michael McDonaldWritten by Brian Donovan, Ed HerroGuest stars Jerry Lambert, Wendie Malick

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Episode 4

Enemies: An Otto Story

21m6.0 / 10

Anna-Kat runs for the Green Chair position in the school election against Chloe Brown Mueller's daughter, which results in Katie and Chloe turning their kids' election into a feud of their own. Meanwhile, Greg becomes concerned that Taylor's new friend Pierce is trying to steal her away from Trip, causing Greg to intervene and scheme to prevent it.

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Directed by Melissa KosarWritten by Jonathan FenerGuest stars Milo Manheim, Evan O'Toole, Jerry Lambert, Logan Pepper, Peyton Meyer, Jessica St. Clair, Julie Meyer, Sydney Brower

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Episode 5

Trust Me

21m6.0 / 10

When Taylor decides she wants to go to a Halloween party, Greg and Katie disagree on whether or not Taylor can be trusted. Oliver and Cooper anxiously try to prepare for playing a game of Seven Minutes in Heaven with their dates at a separate Halloween event. A pregnant Viv follows Katie around, trying to get help preparing for her baby before it arrives.

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Directed by Paul MurphyWritten by Taylor HamraGuest stars Logan Pepper, Leslie Bibb, Nikki Hahn, Bruno Amato, Kamala Jones, Brielle Barbusca, Justin Ellings, Lance Valentine Butler

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Episode 6

Body Image

21m6.5 / 10

After the previous “fattest housewife” in Westport gets plastic surgery to lose weight, Chloe Brown Mueller rubs it in Katie’s face that Katie has now assumed that title. In order to get revenge on Chloe, Katie goes through great lengths to dig up bad photos of Chloe from high school.

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Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Sarah Dunn, Rick Wiener, Kenny SchwartzGuest stars Evan O'Toole, Wendie Malick, Kirstin Eggers, Jessica St. Clair, Ravi Patel, Nikki Hahn, Lauren Plaxco, Beth Curry

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Episode 7

The Code

21m5.5 / 10

After discovering that the four digit pin code the Otto family uses for everything spells out Greg’s ex-girlfriend’s name, Katie gets upset and retaliates by dragging out old gifts from past boyfriends. Meanwhile, the kids’ current love lives take a hit as Taylor and Trip argue over her relationship with Pierce; and Oliver and Gina’s relationship goes south when they both apply for a ballet scholarship that only one of them gets.

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Directed by Chris KochWritten by Anthony LombardoGuest stars Milo Manheim, Peyton Meyer, Wendie Malick, Nikki Hahn, Bruno Amato, Sacha Carlson, Debbie Fan

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Episode 8

Trophy Wife

21m7.0 / 10

Katie lands the perfect pawn to play on the insecurities of the Westport housewives when she convinces a hot young trophy wife named Harper to volunteer as room mom for Anna-Kat’s class, but she quickly shifts gears when Harper rejects Anna-Kat’s idea for movie night. Meanwhile, Greg enlists the help of the kids to get Katie’s mom, Kathryn, to take an interest in someone other than herself.

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Directed by John PutchWritten by Lindsey StoddartGuest stars Evan O'Toole, Jerry Lambert, Victoria Justice, Wendie Malick, Carly Craig, Barret Swatek, Kamala Jones, Perrey Reeves

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Episode 9

Highs and Lows

21m6.5 / 10

As Oliver and Taylor stumble through their love lives, Katie begins to miss the spontaneity and unpredictability of being young and in love. Meanwhile, Kathryn’s plan to soothe Oliver’s heartbreak backfires when she tracks down an old boyfriend, Dan, and he is not as she remembers. At the same time, Anna-Kat makes strides at school when Franklin is stuck at home with the chickenpox, forcing her to make a new friend.

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Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Lauren CaltagironeGuest stars Noelle E Parker, Evan O'Toole, Wendie Malick, Gregory Harrison, Hala Finley, Tatum Kensington Bailey

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Episode 10

Saving Christmas

21m7.0 / 10

Katie strives to keep her long-separated parents apart when her father, Marty, arrives in time to surprise the Otto family for Christmas. Anna-Kat does her best to help Trip win Taylor back but has a hard time getting past a very persistent Pierce. Meanwhile, Oliver thinks no one will remember him as the mask-wearing villain in the school’s production of “The Nutcracker” but quickly takes center stage when a series of mishaps damages his costume.

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Directed by Jennifer ArnoldWritten by Jeremy HallGuest stars Milo Manheim, Peyton Meyer, Wendie Malick, Patrick Duffy, Jayme Bell, Nicole Dele, Jennifer L. Marshall

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Episode 11

The Things You Do

21m7.0 / 10

Greg’s insistence on doing the family’s taxes prompts Katie to take matters into her own hands. Meanwhile, Oliver and Anna-Kat join forces in an attempt to win a popular radio contest; and when Taylor finally sees Pierce’s true colors, the family bands together to help her pull off an over-the-top apology for Trip.

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Directed by Rebecca AsherWritten by Taylor HamraGuest stars Luke Mullen, Milo Manheim, Peyton Meyer, Todd Sandler, Aidan Harman, Andy Taylor Kim, Drew Massey, Alice Dinnean

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Episode 12

Disconnected

21m7.0 / 10

Katie plans a “friend date” in hopes of reconnecting with Taylor and encourages Greg to attend self-help guru Johnny Diamond’s seminar with Oliver. Meanwhile, Anna-Kat takes extreme measures to secure her place as Katie’s favorite child.

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Directed by Melissa KosarWritten by Jonathan FenerGuest stars Evan O'Toole, Cheyenne Jackson, Adam Bartley, Danielle Demski, Lindsay Caschak

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Episode 13

Mo' Money, Mo' Problems

21m7.0 / 10

After coming to terms with the fact that she must share her work bonus with Greg, Katie encourages him to live a little and the two decide to splurge on an overnight getaway. Meanwhile, Oliver's attempt at a rebellious streak ends in disaster; and after letting Anna-Kat down, Taylor comes to the realization that she needs to step up and be a better big sister.

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Directed by Anya AdamsWritten by Donald DiegoGuest stars Logan Pepper, Bruno Amato, Reylynn Caster, Jessica Belkin

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Episode 14

Baby Crazy

21m6.5 / 10

Viv asks Katie to take Violet for the night so she and Alan can discuss reconciling but is caught off guard when Greg is hit with a bout of baby fever. Meanwhile, Taylor tricks Oliver into helping her when Luther eats an expensive pair of earrings.

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Directed by David L. BertmanWritten by Brian Donovan, Ed HerroGuest stars Leslie Bibb, Jay Mohr

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Episode 15

American Idol

21m6.5 / 10

While Greg enlists Oliver and Anna-Kat’s help to drum up new recruits for the Westport Historical Guild, Katie does her best to support Taylor’s dreams of becoming the next American Idol.

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Directed by John PutchWritten by Jordan RoterGuest stars Jeannette Sousa, Carly Craig, Miyako, Barret Swatek, Sara Rue, Kelly Ripa, Jason Dolley, Ryan Seacrest

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Episode 16

Insta-Friends

21m7.0 / 10

Katie feels left out and slightly jealous when Greg becomes fast friends with the newest member of the Westport Historical Guild. Meanwhile, Oliver fears Cooper is ditching him when he sees on social media that Cooper lied about his weekend plans.

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Directed by Chris KochWritten by Lindsey Stoddart, Anthony LombardoGuest stars Evan O'Toole, Logan Pepper, Peyton Meyer, Joshua D Logan, Tim Baltz, Thomas Lennon, Andrew Thacher

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Episode 17

Liar Liar, Room on Fire

21m6.5 / 10

When Katie forgets Greg’s birthday, she attempts to make up for it by pulling together a last-minute dinner party; but when the evening falls flat, Katie gets caught up in a series of lies, leading her friends to believe that she and Greg are in marriage counseling.

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Directed by Betsy ThomasWritten by Donald DiegoGuest stars Eddie Shin, Vanessa Lachey

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Episode 18

Phone Free Day

21m6.5 / 10

In order to avoid buying Anna-Kat a cellphone, Katie makes a pact with the girls that she and Taylor can go an entire day without using their phones. Meanwhile, disappointed with Greg’s advice, Oliver seeks the guidance of an old friend.

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Directed by Nirvana AdamsWritten by Taylor HamraGuest stars George Hamilton, Logan Pepper, Katy Colloton, Gil Ozeri, Ryan Alvarez, Leah McCormick, Robert Belushi

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Episode 19

Grandma's Way

21m7.0 / 10

When Katie gets sick, Greg enlists Kathryn's help in taking care of the kids, but Kathryn leaves the kids to fend for themselves while she entertains an old high school boyfriend. Meanwhile, Taylor gets a taste of her own medicine when she tries to help an unruly Katie.

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Directed by Paul MurphyWritten by Jeremy Hall, Lauren CaltagironeGuest stars Peyton Meyer, Wendie Malick, Ravi Patel, Scarlett Fernandez, Nikki Hahn, Gregory Harrison, Reylynn Caster, Presley Reese

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Episode 20

Field Trippin'

21m6.5 / 10

Fearing she’s spending too much time at the office and away from the family, Katie volunteers to chaperone Anna-Kat’s school field trip to make up for lost time. Meanwhile, Greg takes a creative approach to parenting when he catches Taylor and Oliver in a lie.

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Directed by John PutchWritten by Jonathan FenerGuest stars Jerry Lambert, Logan Pepper, Peyton Meyer, Scarlett Fernandez, Presley Reese, Richard Riehle

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Episode 21

Locked in the Basement

21m6.5 / 10

Much to Katie’s dismay, Anna-Kat becomes best friends with Chloe Brown Mueller’s daughter, Penny. When Katie takes extreme measures to avoid Chloe and keep the girls apart, Anna-Kat and Penny are forced to take matters into their own hands. Meanwhile, Greg encourages Oliver to be honest with his girlfriend and not hide his passion for ballet.

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Directed by Chris KochWritten by Brian Donovan, Ed HerroGuest stars Jessica St. Clair, Sydney Brower, Reylynn Caster

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Episode 22

The Dance

21m7.0 / 10

With the kids away at the school dance, Katie and Greg look forward to a romantic evening alone; but Anna-Kat is crushed when the boy she likes doesn’t ask her to the dance, and Oliver begins to panic when the town psychic’s predictions begin to come true.

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Directed by Melissa KosarWritten by Sarah Dunn, Rick Wiener, Kenny SchwartzGuest stars Evan O'Toole, Peyton Meyer, Reylynn Caster, Christine Lakin, Loretta Fox, Callum Joyce

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Episode 23

A Mom's Parade

21m6.5 / 10finale

Frustrated by the lack of appreciation for all she does, Katie decides to go “full Westport” and leaves the family to fend for themselves. Katie’s plan quickly backfires when the kids seem to be doing just fine, leaving Greg to suffer the brunt of her absence.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul MurphyWritten by Kat Likkel, John Hoberg, Kenny Schwartz, Rick WeinerGuest stars Logan Pepper, Christian Weissmann, Reylynn Caster, Kurt Braunohler, Luis Selgas, Dylan Summerall, Ian Wolf

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Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026

More about American Housewife

Cast

Katy MixonKatie Otto
Diedrich BaderGreg Otto
Meg DonnellyTaylor Otto
Giselle EisenbergAnna-Kat Otto
Julia ButtersAnna-Kat Otto
Daniel DiMaggioOliver Otto
Carly HughesAngela
Ali WongDoris

Credits

Created by
Sarah Dunn
Written by
Kenny Schwartz

Production details

Status
Canceled
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
103
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • ABCUnited States
  • Kapital EntertainmentUnited States
  • ABC StudiosUnited States
  • ABC SignatureUnited States
  • Wiener & Schwartz ProductionsUnited States
  • Eight Sisters ProductionsUnited States

Themes

familysitcomsuburbia