Episode 1
Cookie Jar
30m
Maggie hosts a game night to welcome Bruce’s new girlfriend. Emma learns that “This is 40!”
Episode credits
Guest stars Brad Morris, Lauren Weedman, Anthony King
TV series
Playing House
2014TV-143 seasons6.5 / 10
A single-camera buddy comedy about what happens when two best friends come back together, just when they need each other most. Inspired by the ultra-close friendship between the series' creators and stars, "Playing House" centers on mother to-be Maggie who asks her single and career-driven best friend Emma to return home from her job overseas to attend her baby shower, having no idea what’s truly in store.
Availability
Not streaming in United States
Playing House premiered April 29, 2014. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
A single-camera buddy comedy about what happens when two best friends come back together, just when they need each other most. Inspired by the ultra-close friendship between the series' creators and stars, "Playing House" centers on mother to-be Maggie who asks her single and career-driven best friend Emma to return home from her job overseas to attend her baby shower, having no idea what’s truly in store.
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Episode 2
None of Your Business
30m
Emma tries to rescue Tina from a makeup pyramid scheme. Maggie starts a nursing rotation with a doctor who is cold as ice.
Episode credits
Guest stars Ben Willbond, Sandy Martin, Lindsay Sloane, June Diane Raphael, Jeff Hiller, Alice Lo, Pam Murphy
Episode 3
Gwen or Lose
30m
Mark coaches a women’s basketball team and Emma is horrified when she realizes who his star player is. Maggie takes reffing very seriously.
Episode credits
Guest stars Brad Morris, Gerry Bednob, Sandy Martin, Jane Kaczmarek, Del Brown
Episode 4
Paging Doctor Yes Please
30m
Maggie is invited to act in a nursing promo video and Emma gets involved. Zach teaches Bruce how to ride a bike.
Episode credits
Guest stars Brad Morris, Ben Willbond, Zach Woods, Jeff Hiller, Jon Daly, Madeline Walter, Jake Boswell
Episode 5
You Wanna Roll With This?
30m
Maggie and Emma face their biggest challenge yet. Mark sends back-up.
Episode credits
Guest stars Brad Morris, Ben Willbond, Ian Roberts, Tony Rodriguez, Paul Welsh, Ryan Rosenberg, Laurie Metcalf, Michaela Watkins
Episode 6
Ride The Dragon
30m
Emma crashes Maggie’s owl-themed craft night. Zach brings Emma a treat and the gang goes on a real ride...
Episode credits
Guest stars Zach Woods, Lindsay Sloane, Jane Kaczmarek, Lauren Weedman
Episode 7
Game of Tweens
30m
Emma and Tina plan a birthday party for their most demanding client yet, a 13 year old girl. Maggie goes on a date, but frosty feelings abound.
Episode credits
Guest stars Ben Willbond, Stone Eisenmann, Lindsay Sloane, Jeff Hiller, Cathy Shim, Oscar Montoya, Daija Owens
Episode 8
Reverse The Curse
30mfinale
On their way to a fancy dinner, Maggie and Emma get into trouble in the best way possible. Some new and old friends come to their rescue.
Episode credits
Directed by Bob RoeGuest stars Ben Willbond, Gerry Bednob, Diedrich Bader, Jack McBrayer, Bob the Drag Queen, Katya Zamolodchikova, Jiggly Caliente, Detox
Episode information updated Sep 10, 2026
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Cast
Lennon ParhamMaggie Caruso
Jessica St. ClairEmma Crawford
Keegan-Michael KeyMark Rodriguez
Brad MorrisBruce Caruso
Marissa Jaret WinokurCandy
Julie BristerNurse Ramona
Dot-Marie JonesBiker chick
Major CurdaJoffreyCredits
- Created by
- Jessica St. Clair, Lennon Parham
Production details
- Status
- Canceled
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 26
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
USA NetworkUnited States- American Work
- Raskal ProductionsUnited States
Themes
babybest friendfemale friendshiphometownreturn homesitcom