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Sam, an 18-year-old on the autism spectrum, takes a funny, yet painful, journey of self-discovery for love and independence and upends his family.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Sam, an 18-year-old on the autism spectrum, takes a funny, yet painful, journey of self-discovery for love and independence and upends his family.
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Episode 1
Sam's frustration at being unable to find a therapist and Casey's anxiety about going to a new school spark a blowup between the two.
Directed by Joe KesslerWritten by Robia Rashid, Bob SmileyGuest stars Nina Ameri, Wendy Braun, Jenna Boyd, Graham Rogers, Nik Dodani, Dan Levy, Cornelius Peter, Kue Lawrence
Episode 2
Casey feels less than welcome at Clayton. Sam asks Paige to spell out the rules of their "casual relationship," while Doug sets boundaries with Elsa.
Directed by Ryan CaseWritten by Robia Rashid, Bob SmileyGuest stars Nina Ameri, Wendy Braun, Jenna Boyd, Christina Offley, Graham Rogers, Michelle Farrah Huang, Nik Dodani, London Kim
Episode 3
A peer group meeting leads Sam to an important decision. Detention with Izzie shows Casey they have more in common than she thought.
Directed by Silver TreeWritten by Bob Smiley, Theresa MulliganGuest stars Michael Rady, Casey Wilson, Donna Pieroni, Angel Laketa Moore, Kimmy Gatewood, Jenna Boyd, Graham Rogers, Layla Weiner
Episode 4
Zahid teaches Sam to lie, while Elsa practices being honest. Evan helps Casey get over an embarrassment. A doctor visit forces Julia out of denial.
Directed by Geeta PatelWritten by Michael Oppenhuizen, Bob SmileyGuest stars Casey Wilson, Nina Ameri, Jenna Boyd, Graham Rogers, Nik Dodani, Joanne Lara, Asher Rosen, Elena Campbell-Martinez
Episode 5
In peer group, Sam realizes he needs to manage his own money. Doug gets advice from Megan on dealing with Elsa. Evan meets Casey's new friends.
Directed by Wendey StanzlerWritten by Bob SmileyGuest stars Casey Wilson, Angel Laketa Moore, Graham Rogers, Nik Dodani, Graham Phillips, Major Curda, Kue Lawrence, Chiquita Fuller
Episode 6
To prepare for college life, Sam sleeps over at Zahid's. Sam's $700 loss reunites Doug and Elsa with Arlo's parents, former friends of theirs.
Directed by Silver TreeWritten by Robia Rashid, Bob SmileyGuest stars Jenna Boyd, Nik Dodani, Graham Phillips, Mina Badie, West Liang, Sanjay Chandani, Rashmi Rustagi, Sandra Rosko
Episode 7
Casey tells Izzie what Nate did. Sam tries to figure out which colleges to apply to. Doug discovers a need to educate first responders about autism.
Directed by Pam ThomasWritten by Robia Rashid, Dennis Saldua, Bob SmileyGuest stars Casey Wilson, Jenna Boyd, Graham Rogers, Nik Dodani, Graham Phillips, Jeremiah Birkett, Christopher Chen, Layla Weiner
Episode 8
Sam loses his portfolio for his art school application and panics. Megan gets flirty with Doug, who makes a decision about Elsa. Julia calls Miles.
Directed by Pete ChatmonWritten by Jen Regan, Bob Smiley, Theresa MulliganGuest stars Michael Rady, Casey Wilson, Angel Laketa Moore, Kimmy Gatewood, Graham Rogers, Nik Dodani, Layla Weiner, Grace Ritchey
Episode 9
Ignoring Casey's wishes, Elsa throws her a big birthday party, while Sam insists on following a decade-old birthday ritual. The bartender haunts Doug.
Directed by Ryan CaseWritten by Michael Oppenhuizen, Bob Smiley, D.J. RyanGuest stars Raúl Castillo, Nina Ameri, Jenna Boyd, Christina Offley, Graham Rogers, Michelle Farrah Huang, Nik Dodani, Ariela Barer
Episode 10
Cruel yearbook comments show Sam who's got his back, a favor he repays at graduation. Feelings for Izzie confuse Casey. Elsa asks Doug a key question.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Robia Rashid, Bob SmileyGuest stars Raúl Castillo, Casey Wilson, Angel Laketa Moore, Jenna Boyd, Graham Rogers, Nik Dodani, Britney Ortiz, Eddie Montiel
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Keir GilchristSam Gardner
Jennifer Jason LeighElsa Gardner
Jack HavenCasey Gardner
Michael RapaportDoug Gardner
Raúl CastilloNick
Casey WilsonMs. Whitaker
Amy OkudaJulia Sasaki
Angel Laketa MooreMegan
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Sony Pictures TelevisionUnited States
