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A standup comic discovers that his wife is unfaithful, leading him to reevaluate his life amidst the New York City comedy scene.
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A standup comic discovers that his wife is unfaithful, leading him to reevaluate his life amidst the New York City comedy scene.
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Pete HolmesPete
Artie LangeArtie Lange
Lauren LapkusJess
T.J. MillerT.J. Miller
George BasilLeif
Julia ShiplettJulia
Gary GulmanGary
Jaboukie Young-White
HBOUnited States
Apatow ProductionsUnited StatesHBOUnited StatesWatch options above are for the show and may vary by season or episode.
Episode 1
As his successful two-month college comedy tour comes to an end, Pete, donning a new look and confidence to match, takes a college-age aspiring comedian, Jaboukie, under his wing. But Pete's return to New York finds him having an awkward reunion and a big audition at the Comedy Cellar that could change everything.
Directed by Ryan McFaulWritten by Pete Holmes, Judd ApatowGuest stars Jaboukie Young-White, Jamie Lee
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Episode 2
Feeling like his time away from New York has taken him out of the scene, Pete accepts an offer to perform at a Jewish show, where Elon Gold and Modi question his impulsive behavior with a woman he met earlier that day.
Directed by Ryan McFaulWritten by Pete Holmes, Yoni Weinberg, Judah MillerGuest stars Elon Gold, Greg Fitzsimmons, Jermaine Fowler, Solomon Georgio, Modi, Jamie Lee, Madeline Wise
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Episode 3
Pete falls headfirst into a relationship with a new girlfriend, Kat, who encourages him to be more aggressive in his career. On the night of their three-week anniversary, things amp up after a visit to a sex shop and a comedy show that morphs into a night all about Pete.
Directed by Gillian RobespierreWritten by Pete HolmesGuest stars Ray Romano, Dave Attell, Jessica Kirson, Mike Lawrence, Dan Naturman, Madeline Wise, Joyelle Nicole Johnson
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Episode 4
Pete travels to New Jersey with Jason to do a weekend of shows at a big corporate comedy club and is surprised to find Ali, his ex, staying with them at the comedy condo. Jason’s misogynistic act and point of view cause Pete to question his path in comedy.
Directed by Oren BrimerWritten by Pete Holmes, Dave King, Mike LawrenceGuest stars Dov Davidoff, Ross Bryant, Jamie Lee, Madeline Wise
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Episode 5
During a tour stop, Pete pays a visit to his parents and introduces them to Kat, who notices the uncomfortably close relationship he has with his overbearing mom. As he tries to keep the peace, Pete grows increasingly trapped between the two most important women in his life.
Directed by Gillian RobespierreWritten by Pete Holmes, Judd ApatowGuest stars Fred Applegate, Audrie Neenan, Kate Avallone, John Rickenbacker Jr., Madeline Wise
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Episode 6
Pete and Kat attend a viewing party for Ali’s late-night spot on Seth Meyers’ show. Tensions mount as Ali is nervous about how her set went and Kat becomes jealous of Pete’s friendship with his ex.
Directed by Judd ApatowWritten by Pete Holmes, Jamie LeeGuest stars Jamie Lee, Seth Meyers, Madeline Wise, Wayne Federman, Colin Quinn, Zach Cherry, Marissa Jaret Winokur, Aparna Nancherla
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Episode 7
While enjoying the perks of being on a Christian comedy tour, Pete feels busted when he runs into NY Cellar comic Jessica Kirson in Charleston. After ghosting Kat while on the road, Pete finally sits down to talk about their relationship.
Directed by Gillian RobespierreWritten by Pete Holmes, Greg FitzsimmonsGuest stars Joyelle Nicole Johnson
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Episode 8
Pete jumps at the opportunity of a lifetime to open for John Mulaney at New York’s Town Hall, but the gig leaves him in an awkward situation.
Directed by Gillian RobespierreWritten by Judd Apatow, Judah MillerGuest stars John Mulaney
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