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TV series

Special

2019TV-G2 seasons6.3 / 10

Living. Laughing. Limping.

A gay man with mild cerebral palsy decides to rewrite his identity as an accident victim and finally go after the life he wants.

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Synopsis

A gay man with mild cerebral palsy decides to rewrite his identity as an accident victim and finally go after the life he wants.

Season 1 episodes

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Episode 1

Chapter One: Cerebral LOLzy

14m5.0 / 10

In the wake of being hit by a car, Ryan begins a coveted internship and finds an opportunity to redefine himself based on his recent run-in.

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Directed by Anna DokozaWritten by Ryan O'Connell

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Episode 2

Chapter Two: The Deep End

15m6.0 / 10

Kim encourages a daunted Ryan to be more comfortable with his body at Olivia's pool party, where they both make some surprising new friends.

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Directed by Anna DokozaWritten by Ryan O'ConnellGuest stars Jason Michael Snow, Samantha Lee, Sean Koetting, Brady Box

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Episode 3

Chapter Three: Free Scones

17m4.0 / 10

Karen reluctantly agrees to help Ryan find an apartment while Kim eagerly volunteers to help him check another big milestone off his list.

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Directed by Anna DokozaWritten by Ryan O'ConnellGuest stars Brian Jordan Alvarez

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Episode 4

Chapter Four: Housechilling Party

15m7.0 / 10

Ryan's underwhelming attempt at a housewarming party leads to a bonding session with Kim. Karen's nest doesn't stay empty for long.

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Directed by Anna DokozaWritten by Ryan O'ConnellGuest stars Devin Bonnée

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Episode 5

Chapter Five: Vagina Momologues

12m7.0 / 10

Karen's shopping trip is cut short as she tends to pressing matters for her mother and Ryan, fueling frustrations with her role as dual-caregiver.

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Directed by Anna DokozaWritten by Ryan O'ConnellGuest stars Garrett Graham

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Episode 6

Chapter Six: Straight Potential

15m8.0 / 10

While Ryan attends a dudes' poker night, Karen lets loose with Phil at home, basking in her affection for him -- and for grilled cheese.

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Directed by Anna DokozaWritten by Ryan O'Connell

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Episode 7

Chapter Seven: Blind Deaf Date

15m3.5 / 10

An unconventional blind date leads Ryan to examine his own biases and insecurities. Friction develops in Karen and Phil's burgeoning romance.

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Directed by Anna DokozaWritten by Ryan O'Connell

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Episode 8

Chapter Eight: Gay Gardens

17m4.5 / 10finale

Conflicted by how he's being defined, Ryan decides to come clean at work and with his friends. But focusing on himself leaves Karen feeling left out.

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Directed by Anna DokozaWritten by Ryan O'Connell

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Episode information updated Sep 16, 2026

More about Special

Cast

Ryan O'ConnellRyan Hayes
Punam PatelKim Laghari
Jessica HechtKaren Hayes
Augustus PrewCarey
Marla MindelleOlivia
Patrick FabianPhil
Samantha Lee
Brian Jordan AlvarezShay

Credits

Created by
Ryan O'Connell
Written by
Ryan O'Connell, Leila Cohan-Miccio, Mason Flink, Liz Elverenli, Keshni Kashyap

Production details

Status
Ended
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
16
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • Netflix
  • That's Wonderful ProductionsUnited States
  • Stage 13United States
  • Campfire
  • Warner Bros. TelevisionUnited States

Themes

based on novel or bookcerebral palsydance instructorfamily relationshipsgay themeheartfeltirreverentmother son relationship