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A behind-the-scenes look at a fictional sketch-comedy TV show.
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A behind-the-scenes look at a fictional sketch-comedy TV show.
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Episode 1
When the Executive Producer of sketch show 'Studio 60' has an on-air meltdown, new network president Jordan McDeere hires Danny Tripp and Matt Albie to replace him and save the show.
Directed by Thomas SchlammeWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Amy Honey, Diana Maria Riva, Judd Hirsch, Jayma Mays, Donna Murphy, Wendy Phillips, Ed Asner, Michael Stuhlbarg
Episode 2
Now that they're on board, Matt and Danny try not to crumble under the pressure of putting on their first big show, where the stakes are outrageously high. Also high are the number of complaints the network is getting over the "Crazy Christians" sketch, which Jordan defends to Jack.
Directed by Thomas SchlammeWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Ben Murphy, Diana Maria Riva, Margaret Easley, Wendy Phillips, Ayda Field, Parisa Fitz-Henley, Simon Helberg, Merritt Wever
Episode 3
A scare is sent through the company by a focus group that Matt and Danny's first show rating success might not carry on during the rest of the season.
Directed by Christopher MisianoWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Lucy Davis, Wendy Phillips, Ayda Field, Simon Helberg, Evan Handler, Carlos Jacott
Episode 4
Matt fabricates a response to a gift sent by one of Harriet's fans while the show attempts to recover from 90 seconds of questionable material. An article about the show is approved by Jordan.
Directed by Thomas Schlamme, Timothy BusfieldGuest stars Amy Honey, Diana Maria Riva, Telisha Shaw, Cyia Batten, Teddy Sears, Lucy Davis, Christine Lahti, Ayda Field
Episode 5
During cast rehearsals with Lauren Graham and Sting, a reporter attempts to get the real story on Matt and Harriet. Meanwhile Jordan passes on a tasteless new reality series.
Directed by David PetrarcaWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Diana Maria Riva, Amanda Tepe, Sting, Lauren Graham, Christine Lahti, Ayda Field, Simon Helberg, Merritt Wever
Episode 6
A drunken Jordan makes friends with the cast during an after-show party, Danny tries to get Matt's mind off Harriet with the help of three sexy women, Simon makes a plea to hire more black writers and Cal deals with a mysterious man backstage.
Directed by David SemelWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Mystro Clark, Diana Maria Riva, Eli Wallach, Columbus Short, Teddy Sears, Lauren Graham, Ayda Field, Nancy Lenehan
Episode 7
Studio 60 staff must travel to Nevada to free Tom from jail in time for the show. Meanwhile, a judge who doesn't care for the show complicates matters.
Written by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Michael Kostroff, Diana Maria Riva, John Goodman, Columbus Short, Lucy Davis, Julia Ling, Ayda Field, Simon Helberg
Episode 8
Jack pleads with the local Nevada judge to free Tom so he can make it back to the Friday night show. Meanwhile, tension heats up between Matt and Harriet on the set.
Directed by Timothy BusfieldWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Michael Kostroff, Diana Maria Riva, John Goodman, Columbus Short, Lucy Davis, Julia Ling, Ayda Field, Simon Helberg
Episode 9
Word of Ricky and Ron planning to leave the show along with the writing staff causes trouble at Studio 60. Meanwhile, Harriet considers doing a sexy lingerie spread in a magazine and Jordan and Danny wrestle with pending budget cuts.
Directed by John FortenberryWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Evan Handler, Columbus Short, Lucy Davis, Ayda Field
Episode 10
A virus threatens the staff while Matt has to cope with a reduced writing staff. Jordan tells Danny a little secret which could affect the whole NBS network.
Directed by Bryan GordonGuest stars Amy Honey, Todd Stashwick, Corinne Bailey Rae, Columbus Short, Lucy Davis, Christine Lahti, Wendy Phillips, Ayda Field
Episode 11
With a holiday show on the horizon, Matt is determined to bring the Christmas spirit to Studio 60. Which works romantic wonders for him. Meanwhile, Danny has to confront his true feelings for Jordan.
Written by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Josh Stamberg, Columbus Short, Lucy Davis, Mark McKinney, Merritt Wever
Episode 12
Danny continues his pursuit of Jordan while Matt competes on an online bid for a date with Harriet. Jack and Wilson must deal with their pending situation about Macau, while Jordan meets with Hallie Gallway regarding a new reality show pitch.
Directed by Lawrence TrillingWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Columbus Short, Lucy Davis, Kurt Fuller, Julia Ling, Mark McKinney, Kelvin Yu, Merritt Wever
Episode 13
Danny and Jordan cannot get down from the roof of the theater; staff members attend a dinner honoring Harriet; Harriet and Matt's relationship begins to unravel.
Directed by Timothy BusfieldWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Josh Stamberg, Christian Camargo, Columbus Short, Lucy Davis, Casey Sander, Julia Ling, Mark McKinney, Masi Oka
Episode 14
Danny and Jordan cannot get down from the roof of the theater; staff members attend a dinner honoring Harriet; Harriet and Matt's relationship begins to unravel.
Directed by John FortenberryWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Molly Price, Cyia Batten, Elizabeth Sung, Columbus Short, Lucy Davis, Natalie Cole, Casey Sander, Julia Ling
Episode 15
Matt takes a stroll down memory lane and recalls how he met Harriet.
Directed by Thomas SchlammeWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Josh Stamberg, Diana Maria Riva, Stephen Tobolowsky, Joseph Lyle Taylor, Mark McKinney
Episode 16
Matt is stuck on a Wednesday night with writer's block and also has to contend with a young lawyer who's investigating a sexual harassment claim while Harriet continues shooting her movie. In addition, Jordan and Danny enter into a contest to see who'd make the better parent.
Directed by Laura InnesWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Josh Stamberg, Kari Matchett, Columbus Short, Lucy Davis, Mark McKinney, Merritt Wever
Episode 17
Allison Janney, as herself, is the guest host of a show that goes haywire when the propmasters and cue card workers stage a last minute wildcat strike.
Directed by Thomas SchlammeWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Macy Gray, Amy Honey, Tamala Jones, Lucy Davis, Ayda Field, Allison Janney, Shawn Michael Patrick, Austin Basis
Episode 18
During a live show, Jordan has problems with her pregnancy while an even bigger problem is in store for Tom. Meanwhile, Matt's rampant pill use is discovered by a member of staff.
Directed by Andrew BernsteinGuest stars Brian Markinson, Kari Matchett, Lucy Davis, Simon Helberg, Merritt Wever, Jenna Fischer, Annika P. Smith
Episode 19
Jordan is rushed into surgery as the situation with Tom's brother grows more grim.
Directed by Timothy BusfieldWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Josh Stamberg, Kari Matchett, Ayda Field, Mark McKinney, James Lesure, Simon Helberg
Episode 20
Tom's Brother is still captive; Simon talks to the press; the lawyer talks to the ransom liaisons. Matt flashes back to 9/11 censorship. Jordan has her baby.
Written by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Amy Hill, Josh Stamberg, Matt McCoy, Tom Virtue, Kari Matchett, Lucy Davis, Ayda Field, Mark McKinney
Episode 21
The long day's journey into night continues as we learn more, in flashback, about how Matt and Danny came to be fired. Jack tries to convince Simon to apologize for his statement to the press. Matt continues to explore paying a ransom to free Tom’s brother over the objections of Captain Boyle. Harriet sits with and act as a distraction for Danny who is keeping vigil for Jordan at the hospital.
Directed by Timothy BusfieldWritten by Aaron SorkinGuest stars Martin Sheen, Kari Matchett, Ayda Field, James Lesure
Episode 22
Danny, Jordan, Tom, and Simon's long day finally comes to an end. Meanwhile, Matt and Harriet have a new start in their relationship.
Directed by Bradley WhitfordGuest stars Lucy Davis, Ayda Field, Mark McKinney, James Lesure, Simon Helberg, Merritt Wever
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Matthew PerryMatt Albie
Amanda PeetJordan McDeere
Bradley WhitfordDanny Tripp
Steven WeberJack Rudolph
D.L. HughleySimon Stiles
Sarah PaulsonHarriet Hayes
Nate CorddryTom Jeter
Timothy BusfieldCal Shanley
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