TV series
A coming of middle age story.
Sam is a true Kansan on the surface but beneath it all struggles to fit the hometown mold. As she grapples with loss and acceptance, singing is Sam’s saving grace and leads her on a journey to discover herself and a community of outsiders that don’t fit in but don’t give up, showing that finding your people, and finding your voice, is possible. Anywhere. Somewhere.
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Checked Sep 3, 2026
Somebody Somewhere is available to stream on HBO (Via Hulu), HBO Max, HBO Max (Via Amazon Prime), and YouTube TV in United States. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Sam is a true Kansan on the surface but beneath it all struggles to fit the hometown mold. As she grapples with loss and acceptance, singing is Sam’s saving grace and leads her on a journey to discover herself and a community of outsiders that don’t fit in but don’t give up, showing that finding your people, and finding your voice, is possible. Anywhere. Somewhere.
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Episode 1
When the devastation of her sister Holly’s death trickles into her workplace, Sam finds an unexpected connection with her coworker Joel. Later, just as a fight with her other sister Tricia leaves Sam feeling further unmoored, Joel offers her a lifeline.
Directed by Jay DuplassWritten by Hannah Bos, Paul ThureenGuest stars Kailey Albus, Meighan Gerachis, Annie Munch, Joe Dempsey, John Charles Bell, Peter DeFaria, Ava Morse, Meredith Johnston
Episode 2
Sam begins to bond with fellow members of Choir Practice, but her burgeoning friendship with Joel is threatened over competing outlooks on their future in Kansas. After a disappointing job review and a concerning visit to her parents’ house, an increasingly distraught Sam seeks help from someone close to Holly.
Directed by Robert CohenWritten by Hannah Bos, Paul ThureenGuest stars Heidi Johanningmeier, Brian King, Meighan Gerachis, Annie Munch, Ava Morse, Meredith Johnston, Josh Bywater, Tyla Abercrumbie
Episode 3
Sam and Joel embark on a covert mission to uncover the source of her brother-in-law Rick’s sudden windfall. Then, choir practice provides Sam with the courage and clarity to share mounting concerns about her mother Mary Jo with her father Ed.
Directed by Robert CohenWritten by Patricia BreenGuest stars Ora Jones, Heidi Johanningmeier, Kailey Albus, Brian King, Joe Dempsey, Jeannie Affelder, Amro Salama, Alec Coles Perez
Episode 4
After Pastor Deb asks for an impromptu meeting, Joel prepares for the worst, and promptly breaks out in a vicious neck rash. With money tight, Sam gets creative in sourcing a solution for the upcoming corn harvest, and later, confronts Rick.
Directed by Robert CohenWritten by Patricia BreenGuest stars Ora Jones, Heidi Johanningmeier, Kailey Albus, Joe Dempsey, Josh Bywater, H.B. Ward, Rasika Ranganathan, Drew Shirley
Episode 5
With a tornado looming, Sam prepares for a different kind of storm as she shares the truth about Rick with Tricia. After impulsively adopting a dog, Joel realizes he wants more out of life.
Directed by Jay DuplassWritten by Hannah Bos, Paul ThureenGuest stars Heidi Johanningmeier, Sean Patrick Fawcett, Mercedes White
Episode 6
After a surprising update concerning her recent job performance, Sam must evaluate her next step. Meanwhile, Tricia and Charity’s working relationship grows complicated, and a visit to Mary Jo in rehab brings some difficult family truths to light.
Directed by Robert CohenWritten by Patricia BreenGuest stars Heidi Johanningmeier, Meighan Gerachis, Annie Munch, Josh Bywater, Tim Mason, Christine Bunuan, Rammel Chan, Jennifer Glasse
Episode 7
In her quest to reinspire Joel, Sam recruits a small team to help and reveals a new potential location for Choir Practice. Later, on a purple party bus, Sam realizes just how far she’s come. Season finale.
Directed by Jay DuplassWritten by Hannah Bos, Paul ThureenGuest stars Heidi Johanningmeier, Meighan Gerachis, Josh Bywater, Rasika Ranganathan, Mercedes White, Lucinda Johnston, Jimmy Chung, Leigh Foster
Episode information updated Sep 19, 2026
Bridget EverettSam Miller
Mike HagertyEd Miller
Jeff HillerJoel
Mary Catherine GarrisonTricia Miller
Danny McCarthyRick
Murray HillFred Rococo
Jane BrodyMary Jo Miller
Jon Hudson OdomMichael
HBOUnited States
Duplass Brothers ProductionsUnited States
