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Escape is not an option.
Single father George Altman is doing his best to raise his sixteen-year-old daughter Tessa in the big city. When he discovers a box of condoms in her bedroom, though, he decides the time has come to move her to a more wholesome and nurturing environment: the suburbs. But behind the beautiful homes and perfect lawns lurk the Franken-moms, spray tans, nose jobs, and Red Bull-guzzling teens who have nothing in common with Tessa. It’s a whole new world, one that makes George wonder if they haven’t jumped out of the frying pan and into the fire.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Single father George Altman is doing his best to raise his sixteen-year-old daughter Tessa in the big city. When he discovers a box of condoms in her bedroom, though, he decides the time has come to move her to a more wholesome and nurturing environment: the suburbs. But behind the beautiful homes and perfect lawns lurk the Franken-moms, spray tans, nose jobs, and Red Bull-guzzling teens who have nothing in common with Tessa. It’s a whole new world, one that makes George wonder if they haven’t jumped out of the frying pan and into the fire.
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Episode 1
George hopes to rebuild his relationship with Tessa; upset about George and Dallas' breakup, Dalia shuns her mother.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Emily KapnekGuest stars Natasha Leggero, Phil Abrams, Bunnie Rivera, Megan Stevenson, Melanie Hutsell, Bob Glouberman, Gary Rubenstein
Episode 2
Affected by empty-nest syndrome, Fred and Sheila take in a foster child; Tessa tries to disrupt George and Dalia's friendship.
Directed by Amy HeckerlingWritten by Andrew GuestGuest stars Maestro Harrell, Todd Sherry, Ely Henry, Jackie Collins, Bryson Barretto, Brittany Marie Batchelder, Demoze Talbot
Episode 3
When George lets himself go after the breakup, a worried Tessa calls on George's dad for help; Tessa learns Ryan will be bringing his new girlfriend home.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Patricia BreenGuest stars Natasha Leggero, Parker Young, Joey Naber, Bryson Barretto, Geoff Pierson, Lindsey Shaw, René Ashton, Andrea Bogart
Episode 4
When Dallas sees George at the dog park, she recruits Dalia to negotiate her territory in Chatswin, while Tessa has to represent George’s interests. Tessa notices that Lisa is spending a lot of time with Ryan’s girlfriend, June, and Fred is worried that Sheila is distancing herself.
Directed by Claire ScanlonWritten by Brian RubensteinGuest stars Natasha Leggero, Fernando Rivera, Gary Rubenstein, Bryson Barretto, Lindsey Shaw, Bruno Alexander, Laura Hunter Drago
Episode 5
When Noah is released from a court mandated anger management program, George is shocked to find a docile Noah has replaced his former hot-headed friend. Shaken by the change, George decides to put the new Noah to the test. Meanwhile, Tessa ditches “senior tanning” and meets a cool new age band hanging out at the park. The free spirited music group isn’t exactly what they appear
Directed by Stuart McDonaldWritten by Brian ChamberlayneGuest stars Alan Tudyk, August Maturo, Mae Whitman, Edward Padilla, Zabeth Russell, Cody Chappel, Shane Kaufman, Ryan Kolbe
Episode 6
When George becomes enamored with Chatswin’s latest hotspot…a juice bar, Tessa reminds him of their pact to not get sucked into Chatswin culture. This inspires George and Fred to take a trip to New York, which doesn’t turn out the way George had planned. Meanwhile, Tessa is pressured into attending Evan’s birthday party and reveals what she really thinks of him.
Directed by Rodman FlenderWritten by Annie WeismanGuest stars Kaylee Kaneshiro, Sam Lerner, Maestro Harrell, Ryan Carnes, Samantha Futerman, Cooper Barnes, Brittany Marie Batchelder, Alan Heitz
Episode 7
When Tessa drags Malik and Lisa to a college party, she meets a male version of herself and becomes enamored. They see eye-to-eye on everything and it's almost the perfect relationship. Meanwhile, Dallas enlists a matchmaker to set her and Dalia up, but the matchmaker convinces Dallas to date herself and she decides to get back to basics with a new look.
Directed by Claire ScanlonWritten by Andrew GuestGuest stars Maestro Harrell, Chase Fein, Lee Garlington, Brian Huskey, Andrew J. West, Kelsey Darragh, Guerrin Gardner, Jeanne Carr
Episode 8
When Lisa decides to propose to Malik, Tessa isn’t sure how to support her friend and turns to George for advice. After Lisa’s proposal doesn’t go as planned, Tessa steps up and is inspired to fight for Ryan. Meanwhile, George believes his girlfriend Nora might be rude to her employees
Guest stars Natasha Leggero, Sam Lerner, Maestro Harrell, Paula Newsome, Ely Henry, Lindsey Shaw, Brent Jennings, Lilan Bowden
Episode 9
When Dallas’s mother passes away, she recruits Tessa to take a trip to the South with her to attend the funeral. During the trip, Dallas confronts her rivalry with her sister and her feelings toward her mother. Meanwhile, George, Noah and Fred go on a grouper that results in a stalker for Fred
Guest stars Alan Tudyk, Joey Naber, Bryson Barretto, Julia Duffy, Jenn Lyon, Brett Rice, Amanda Schull, Deborah Baker Jr.
Episode 10
Tessa decides to mentor young social outcast in the Miss Chatswin pageant to make a statement; Victor goes missing while on a camping trip with George, Noah and Fred.
Guest stars Alan Tudyk, Emily Alyn Lind, Melanie Hutsell, Bryson Barretto, Caitlin Carmichael, Hollie Meyer, Edie Mothersbaugh, Sky Bliss
Episode 11
When Dalia is rejected from the only college she applied to, Dallas is determined to help her daughter find her calling; George and Tessa go on a double date.
Directed by Tricia BrockGuest stars Bil Dwyer, Bunnie Rivera, Abbie Cobb, Javin Reid, Patrick de Ledebur, Christina Moore, Tig Notaro, Jack Donner
Episode 12
Tessa struggles with the budget while planning Lisa and Malik's wedding; June warns Tessa to stay away from Ryan; Malik turns to George when his family decides to boycott the wedding; Sheila gives Lisa advice.
Directed by Alex HardcastleWritten by Emily KapnekGuest stars Hartley Sawyer, Maestro Harrell, Parker Young, Tim Meadows, Paula Newsome, Natalija Nogulich, Gary Rubenstein, Bryson Barretto
Episode 13
When Tessa joins a knitting circle, the age of her new friends surprises George; George writes a song dedicated to his muse; Malik and Lisa bicker.
Guest stars Maestro Harrell, Parker Young, Bryson Barretto, Lindsey Shaw, Kay D'Arcy, Judith Drake, Gloria LeRoy, Norma Michaels
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Jane LevyTessa Altman
Jeremy SistoGeorge Altman
Carly ChaikinDalia Royce
Allie GrantLisa Shay
Cheryl HinesDallas Royce
Alan TudykNoah Werner
Rex LeeMr. Wolfe
Ana GasteyerSheila Shay
ABCUnited States
Warner Bros. TelevisionUnited States
