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Three fabulous, eccentric, LA best friends of a certain age have their lives changed forever when their plane unexpectedly lands in Cleveland and they soon rediscover themselves in this new "promised land."
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Three fabulous, eccentric, LA best friends of a certain age have their lives changed forever when their plane unexpectedly lands in Cleveland and they soon rediscover themselves in this new "promised land."
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Episode 1
It is a difficult decision for Joy to make about the man she will be marrying. Victoria's film proves to be very challenging. Elka attempts to bring film jobs to Cleveland.
Guest stars Tom Parker, Craig Ferguson, Dave Foley, Karishma Ahluwalia, Connor Barrett, Craig Robert Young
Episode 2
The ladies meet up with the creator of Victoria's new television show in L.A.. Elka attempts to convince him to have the production of the show moved to Cleveland.
Guest stars Mario López, Andrew J. West, Timm Sharp, Casey Washington, Dio Johnson, Steven M. Gagnon, Kalpana Pot, Ryan Caltagirone
Episode 3
The women decide to try out some new things after reading inspirational coffee sleeves. Joy attempts to help Victoria.
Directed by Andy CadiffWritten by Lisa SlopeyGuest stars Robert Wagner, Ty Mayberry, Will Sasso, Nichola Fynn
Episode 4
Elka throws a party in an effort to sway the vote of a rival politician. Melanie attempts to discover if a cute neighbor saw her naked.
Guest stars Timm Sharp, Bryce Johnson, Tyler Poelle, Rhys Darby
Episode 5
Victoria is taken on a ride-along with Joy and Bob. Elka and Melanie battle against Agnes and Mona.
Guest stars Casey Washington, Dave Foley, Millicent Martin, Bayne Gibby, Stephanie Escajeda, Cesili Williams, Rob Locke
Episode 6
Melanie and Jack try to spice up their relationship. Victoria becomes the spokesperson for a new vodka brand. Joy’s new hairstyle backfires when she meets Owen’s office crush. Elka and Mayor Deacon have a scandalous affair.
Guest stars Ben Vereen, Rhys Darby, Michael McMillian, Carrie Wiita, Mary Buckley, Daryl Crittenden, Brandon Reece
Episode 7
Mortified by an old Christmas movie she made, Victoria tries to get the rights from her ex-husband, Ernie Hudson. Melanie and Sally compete over decorations. Joy spends Christmas without her mother but finds an unlikely proxy.
Guest stars Ernie Hudson, Lesley Nicol, Steve Monroe, Robert Neary, Michael Edwin, Ramone Hamilton, Kelly Schumann
Episode 8
Melanie enlists Joy’s help to convince Jenna to go to medical school. Victoria obsesses over a nude scene for her new show. Elka takes “Councilman for the Day,” Lance, under her wing.
Guest stars Samantha Martin, Adam Korson, River Alexander, Jim Wisniewski, Gary Kraus, Brooke Baumer, Jeff Howard, Keisuke Hoashi
Episode 9
When Melanie feels smothered by Jack, she gets Frankie's help; Victoria's father visits with an announcement; Elka fights off Alex's advances.
Guest stars Will Sasso, Rhys Darby, Stacy Keach, Annie Heller
Episode 10
Joy's younger sister visits; Melanie helps Victoria write a children's book; Elka and Mamie Sue welcome British royalty.
Guest stars Sophie Winkleman, Georgia Engel, Annie Heller, Adam Croasdell, Sunkrish Bala, John Antonini, Michael James Bell, Jason Heymann
Episode 11
When Bob helps Joy's grandson deal with a bully, Joy views him in a new light; Melanie is inspired to reconnect with a woman from her past; Victoria tries to keep pace with her younger boyfriend.
Guest stars Tamara Lynn Davis, Mackenzie Phillips, Missi Pyle, Dave Foley, Adam Korson, Artemis Pebdani, Cooper J. Friedman, Kiva Jump
Episode 12
Joy competes for Bob's affection. Elka enlists Melanie's help when her affair takes an unexpected turn. Victoria hires a bodyguard.
Guest stars Brian Baumgartner, Missi Pyle, Michael Burger, Dave Foley, Juliocesar Chavez
Episode 13
Joy and Bob do damage control to cover up the details surrounding the mayor's death, so Melanie is tasked with keeping the story from the press, while Elka meets one of the mayor's mistresses. Elsewhere, Victoria confronts a woman who panned her show.
Directed by Phill LewisGuest stars Nick Searcy, Amber Valletta, Gladys Knight, William Baldwin, Dave Foley, Karl T. Wright, Celeste Pechous, Jim Grollman
Episode 14
The women take DNA tests to learn about their ancestries; Melanie pretends to be someone else; Victoria learns she is Native American; Joy and Elka make a startling discovery.
Guest stars Timothy Omundson, Andy Milder, Larry Omaha, Jason Grasi, Barry Livingston, Jeremy Rabb, Molly McCook, Karly Rothenberg
Episode 15
Elka believes that Bob has given Joy a voodoo doll; Melanie doses her boyfriend with estrogen by accident; Victoria's agent visits.
Guest stars Garry Marshall, Ray Abruzzo, William Baldwin, Dave Foley
Episode 16
Melanie is jealous when her boyfriend becomes Victoria's love interest in a play; Joy makes Bob watch "Love Actually"; Elka goes on a political talk show.
Guest stars Ray Abruzzo, William Baldwin, Matt Walsh, Dave Foley, Alex Ellis
Episode 17
The gang helps Joy’s son plan the rehearsal dinner for his wedding. An unexpected guest from Joy’s past shows up.
Guest stars Craig Ferguson, Michael McMillian, Kurt Fuller, Kelen Coleman, Dave Foley, George Takei, Giovanni Bejarano, Rebecca Klingler
Episode 18
After taking engagement photos, Joy learns something new about Bob; Melanie dates herself; Victoria wants a new picture on her driver's license; Elka and Mamie pose nude.
Guest stars Yvette Nicole Brown, Jenny O'Hara, Marla Gibbs, Dennis Haskins, Laurel Coppock, Dave Foley, Georgia Engel, Brian Jordan Alvarez
Episode 19
Melanie deals with a temperamental chef; Victoria tries to impress a restaurant critic; Joy meets the mother of the baby he hopes to adopt; Elka goes on a date.
Guest stars Jim O'Heir, Marla Sokoloff, Tate Ellington, John Kassir, John Colella, Reamy Hall, Federico Dordei
Episode 20
Victoria directs her mother and son in a musical. Elka auditions for a part. Joy and Melanie try to fire a touchy-feely waiter.
Guest stars Carol Burnett, Chris Colfer, Todd Grinnell, Marco Martinez
Episode 21
Victoria and Melanie try to cope with Joy moving out. Bob does his best to impress Joy’s mother. Elka has difficulty breaking up with Victoria’s father.
Guest stars Juliet Mills, Stacy Keach, Dave Foley
Episode 22
The cast and crew discuss their favorite episodes, bloopers and behind-the-scenes moments.
Guest stars Sean Hayes, Todd Milliner, Andy Cadiff
Episode 23
Joy and Bob put their Paris wedding plans on hold when they learn a baby is available for adoption in Las Vegas, so the whole gang, including Bob's dad and Mamie, tags along for a trip to Sin City.
Guest stars Tyler Ritter, Dave Foley, Bob Newhart, Thomas Gibson, Darlene Hunt, Huey Lewis, Georgia Engel, Amanda Booth
Episode 24
Joy and Bob put their Paris wedding plans on hold when they learn a baby is available for adoption in Las Vegas, so the whole gang, including Bob's dad and Mamie, tags along for a trip to Sin City.
Guest stars Dave Foley, Bob Newhart, Thomas Gibson, Darlene Hunt, Huey Lewis, Georgia Engel
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Valerie BertinelliMelanie Moretti
Jane LeevesJoy Scroggs
Wendie MalickVictoria Chase
Betty WhiteElka Ostrovsky
Alan DaleEmmet
David StarzykPete
Wayne KnightRick
Buck HenryFred
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