TV series
Satirical sketch comedy set and filmed in Portland, Oregon that explores the eccentric misfits who embody the foibles of modern culture.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Satirical sketch comedy set and filmed in Portland, Oregon that explores the eccentric misfits who embody the foibles of modern culture.
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Episode 1
Spyke gets his old band back together. Podcasters investigate a police station. Candace brings Toni to her childhood summer home.
Directed by Carrie BrownsteinWritten by Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karey Dornetto, Graham Wagner, Megan Neuringer, Phoebe Robinson
Episode 2
Toni & Candace get involved in women's healthcare. Peter & Nance deal with a sushi situation. Kathleen becomes the first female partner at her firm.
Directed by Graham WagnerWritten by Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karey Dornetto, Graham Wagner, Megan Neuringer, Phoebe RobinsonGuest stars Andrew Harris
Episode 3
Fred & Carrie help Rachel navigate the world of dating apps. Kath & Dave take on an escape room. Joey tries therapy. Andy & Drew swear off women.
Directed by Carrie BrownsteinWritten by Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karey Dornetto, Graham Wagner, Megan Neuringer, Phoebe Robinson
Episode 4
Nina & Lance tell the story of how they met. A couple uses distraction cancelling glasses. Peter & Nance look forward to breakfast.
Directed by Lance BangsWritten by Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karey Dornetto, Graham Wagner, Megan Neuringer, Phoebe RobinsonGuest stars Ted Douglass
Episode 5
Doug & Claire try an open relationship. A company uses VR for an important meeting. The Mayor waits for a helicopter. Fred steps on a snail.
Directed by Bill BenzWritten by Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karey Dornetto, Graham Wagner, Megan Neuringer, Phoebe RobinsonGuest stars Kyle MacLachlan, Ted Douglass
Episode 6
Sandra discovers she can have it all. Portland adds more lanes to the freeway. Kath & Dave learn the art of taking photo booth pictures.
Directed by Bill Benz, Ali GreerWritten by Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karey Dornetto, Graham Wagner, Megan Neuringer, Phoebe RobinsonGuest stars Kumail Nanjiani
Episode 7
The Mayor sets out to prove Portland's diversity. Text message drama unfolds during a business meeting. Activists on a hunger strike take a cheat day. Drivers communicate via hand signals.
Directed by Bill BenzWritten by Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karey Dornetto, Graham Wagner, Megan Neuringer, Phoebe RobinsonGuest stars Kyle MacLachlan, Samuel Summer
Episode 8
Peter and Nance interact with celebrities on social media. Fred gives Carrie a rock n' roll remodel. James rides his bike to work. Gil and George say hello to Toni and Candace.
Directed by Bill BenzWritten by Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karey Dornetto, Graham Wagner, Megan Neuringer, Phoebe RobinsonGuest stars Ted Douglass
Episode 9
The Weirdos lose their favorite trash can, which takes an unexpected journey throughout the city; Malcolm and Kris visit their pediatrician; Peter and Nance wonder why they've never been hacked; Fred and Carrie just give up.
Directed by Lance BangsWritten by Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karey Dornetto, Graham Wagner, Megan Neuringer, Phoebe Robinson
Episode 10
The Mayor cuts deals all over town to secure the perfect route for the Portland Marathon; Fred and Carrie decide to run to break their addiction to news alerts; Candace's house guest Dolly quickly becomes her new best friend.
Directed by Bill BenzWritten by Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karey Dornetto, Graham Wagner, Megan Neuringer, Phoebe RobinsonGuest stars Kyle MacLachlan, Tessa Thompson, Dolly Wells, Cherry Jones
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Fred ArmisenVarious Characters
Carrie BrownsteinVarious Characters
Chris IhlenfeldtNerd/Hunks
Steve BuscemiMilton
Olivia WildeBrit
Chloë SevignyAlexandra
Kyle MacLachlanMayor
Aubrey PlazaBookstore Customer
IFCUnited States
Broadway VideoUnited States
