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A surreal take on transitioning from 20-something to 30-something centering on a married couple juggling such everyday challenges as parenthood, friendship, ham theft, stripper clowns and choosing the right day care.
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Checked Sep 2, 2026
Close Enough premiered July 9, 2020. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
A surreal take on transitioning from 20-something to 30-something centering on a married couple juggling such everyday challenges as parenthood, friendship, ham theft, stripper clowns and choosing the right day care.
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Episode 1
While working on Candice's class quilt, Josh and Emily get trapped in the underbelly of the Los Angeles fabric district, while Alex and Bridgette prove to be incompetent babysitters.
Directed by Sean SzelesWritten by Minty Lewis, Madeline Queripel, Ryan PequinGuest stars John Early, Fred Tatasciore, Grey DeLisle
Episode 2
Emily becomes addicted to visiting open houses as an escape from her chaotic home life.
Directed by Sean Szeles, Calvin WongWritten by Minty LewisGuest stars Ken Marino, Diamond White, Roger Craig Smith
Episode 3
In a last-ditch attempt to prove they can still party, Emily, Josh, and Alex follow Bridgette to a hot new nightclub.
Directed by J.G. Quintel, Calvin WongWritten by Chris KulaGuest stars Max Mittelman
Episode 4
When Josh volunteers at Candice's school, Emily becomes suspicious that another parent is trying to seduce him.
Directed by J.G. Quintel, Calvin WongWritten by Aaron BurdetteGuest stars Judy Greer, John Early
Episode 5
Struggling to bond with Candice, Josh goes all out to become the world's best skate dad.
Directed by Calvin WongWritten by Minty Lewis, J.G. Quintel, Owen DennisGuest stars Whitmer Thomas
Episode 6
The roommates work together to give Emily a stress-free day but are promptly sidetracked by shady characters from Alex's past.
Directed by Sean SzelesWritten by Bill Oakley, Marlena Rodriguez, Owen DennisGuest stars Cheri Oteri, John Early, George López
Episode 7
Bridgette and Emily are put in danger when Josh attempts to prove he's the king of pranks.
Directed by Sean SzelesWritten by Minty Lewis, Matt Price, Madeline Queripel, Ryan Pequin, Owen DennisGuest stars Cheri Oteri, Eugene Cordero, Seth Morris, Matt Besser
Episode 8
Emily tries to roll with the "cool moms" at Candice's school, while Josh and Alex help Randy find his mom.
Directed by Sean SzelesWritten by Alison Agosti, Matt Price, Owen DennisGuest stars Mo Collins, Grey DeLisle, Jordan Black
Episode 9
The roommates' tropical vacation is derailed by Candice's tutoring needs.
Directed by Sean SzelesWritten by Matt PriceGuest stars John Early, Lennon Parham, Roger Craig Smith, James Urbaniak
Episode 10
When Josh attempts to finish a video game, he must confront an inner demon. Alex tries to win his students' respect.
Directed by Calvin WongWritten by Matt PriceGuest stars Brent Weinbach, Rich Sommer
Episode 11
When Emily has a pregnancy scare, Josh considers a vasectomy as Alex embraces fatherhood.
Directed by Calvin WongWritten by Matt Price, Deepak Sethi, Owen DennisGuest stars Skyler Gisondo, Kate Micucci, Dave Foley, Seth Morris
Episode 12
Josh finally sells a video game and gets to experience how the other half lives, while birthday girl Bridgette is forced to get a real job.
Directed by Calvin WongWritten by Deepak Sethi, Owen DennisGuest stars James Adomian, Lauren Lapkus, David Hasselhoff, Roger Craig Smith
Episode 13
While Josh and Emily try to rekindle their relationship, Alex acts as Bridgette's wingman on a horrifying double date.
Directed by Calvin WongWritten by Marlena Rodriguez, Kristy GrantGuest stars Chris Parnell, Jessica St. Clair
Episode 14
Overwhelmed with work, Emily goes to extreme lengths to make time for Candice.
Directed by Sean SzelesWritten by Minty LewisGuest stars Fred Stoller, John Early, Noel Fielding
Episode 15
After a fight with Alex, Josh befriends a talking dog. Meanwhile, Emily and Bridgette receive inspiration from "Weird Al" Yankovic on a songwriting retreat in the forest.
Directed by Calvin WongWritten by Andres Salaff, Deepak Sethi, Owen DennisGuest stars 'Weird Al' Yankovic, William Salyers, Rachel Dratch
Episode information updated Sep 14, 2026
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Jason MantzoukasAlex Dorpenberger (voice)
Danielle BrooksPearle Watson (voice)
J.G. QuintelJG Quintel (voice)
Gabrielle WalshEmily Ramirez (voice)
Jessica DiCiccoJessica DiCicco (voice)
Kimiko GlennKimiko Glenn (voice)
James AdomianRandy Watson (voice)
Kevin Michael RichardsonBlind Willy McBlinderson (voice)
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