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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
Tessa returns to Chatswin after spending summer with her grandmother; George finds Tessa's renewed interest in her mother threatening; Tessa signs up for the Fall Follies; Noah and Dallas compete for Carmen.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamGuest stars Evan Arnold, Sam Lerner, Maestro Harrell, Parker Young, Bunnie Rivera, Joshua Erenberg, Miriam Flynn, Patrick Cox
Episode 2
When Tessa convinces Delia and her friends to think up feminist-inspired Halloween costumes, she attracts the attention of the Chatswin witch; Noah and George dress as each other; George misunderstands when Dallas asks him out.
Directed by Alex HardcastleGuest stars Evan Arnold, Katelyn Pacitto, Kara Pacitto, Maestro Harrell, Parker Young, Abbie Cobb, Natalija Nogulich, Rachel Dratch
Episode 3
Lisa agrees to help him with Tessa; Dallas invites her life coach along on her first date with George; Tessa baby-sits with Opus.
Guest stars Parker Young, Bunnie Rivera, Aiden Weinberg, Brody Weinberg, H. Jon Benjamin, Lennie Loftin, Ryan Churchill, Janet Song
Episode 4
When Dalia abandons her friends Kimantha, Kenzie and Kaitlyn to hang out with her father's fiancee, her former pals turn to Lisa and Tessa; George and Dallas take their relationship to the next level.
Guest stars Dana Powell, Adam Godley, Katelyn Pacitto, Kara Pacitto, Sam Lerner, Bunnie Rivera, Abbie Cobb, Dyana Liu
Episode 5
Tessa decides to spend Thanksgiving in the city with her mom and grandmother; George hosts Thanksgiving dinner for Dallas.
Directed by Uta BriesewitzGuest stars Malin Åkerman, Evan Arnold, Maestro Harrell, Parker Young, Miriam Flynn
Episode 6
George starts to feel comfortable in the suburbs after Dallas gives him a makeover; while Malik is away for a couple days, Lisa decides to spend every minute with Tessa.
Written by Drew HancockGuest stars Maestro Harrell, Miriam Flynn, Reedy Gibbs, Eugene Byrd, Brandon Keener, Cindy Drummond, David L. King, Cletus Young
Episode 7
George assumes that Tessa will be thrilled to go on an excursion with her mother in New York, but Tessa finds herself missing Chatswin and her father; the Shay family is thrown into turmoil when Ryan finds out he was adopted.
Guest stars Gillian Vigman, Malin Åkerman, Maestro Harrell, Parker Young, Bunnie Rivera, Tim Meadows, Paula Newsome, Abbie Cobb
Episode 8
When Dalia receives a new car after PSAT results are released, Tessa becomes obsessed with finding out Dalia's score; Jill and Noah ask Mr. Wolfe to tutor their baby.
Guest stars Gillian Vigman, Maestro Harrell, Parker Young, Tim Meadows, Paula Newsome, Aiden Weinberg, Brody Weinberg, Steve Little
Episode 9
George has to manage Tessa's recovery after her wisdom teeth are removed and deal with Fred Shay, who has moved into their basement after a career setback; Dallas is insecure about her relationship with George.
Guest stars Adam Kulbersh, Sam Lerner, Parker Young, Aiden Weinberg, Brody Weinberg, Emily Happe, Marypat Farrell, Zabeth Russell
Episode 10
George starts to feel stifled when Dallas' efforts to promote his business go overboard; Tessa learns what life is like as a football player's girlfriend.
Guest stars Gilland Jones, Maestro Harrell, Parker Young, Taylor Zakhar Perez, Julie Berlin, Natalie Floyd, Sam Fuller, Lauran Irion
Episode 11
When Yakult feels depressed, Dallas asks Yoni (Wilmer Valderrama) for help; the Shays ask Tessa to set Lisa up on a date.
Guest stars Gillian Vigman, Thomas McDonell, Wilmer Valderrama, Parker Young, Joshua Erenberg, Ely Henry, Matt Kelly
Episode 12
Dallas learns that part of her property is in East Chatswin, meaning she gets kicked out of the country club and Dalia must attend a neighboring high school. Meanwhile, Tessa is tapped to produce a Chatswin High TV show called “Teen Talk,” but worries about her new responsibility when Ryan becomes the show’s host.
Guest stars Sam Lerner, Parker Young, Shanica Knowles, Edward Padilla, Jack Walsh, Ely Henry, Sharon Pierre-Louis, Jazz Raycole
Episode 13
Tessa convinces Ryan to attend an art house movie with her on Valentine's Day; Sheila's mother, Gam Gam causes friction between Fred and Sheila; and when Dallas has a bad reaction to a cosmetic procedure, George has to enjoy an 18-course meal from renowned Chef Julio solo.
Guest stars Sam Lerner, Maestro Harrell, Parker Young, Mary Kay Place, Grey Henson, Michael Voltaggio, Lucas Adams
Episode 14
Tessa begins dispensing romantic advice—whether people ask for it or not—though her attempt to help Mr. Wolfe doesn’t work out so well. Meanwhile, George helps Dallas coach a T-ball team; and Noah and Dallas still can’t see eye to eye.
Guest stars Gillian Vigman, Evan Arnold, Abby Donnelly, Ty Dawson, Maestro Harrell, J.P. Manoux, Destiny Fernandez, Paul Goetz
Episode 15
George is deeply affected when Marty passes away; after learning that Ryan has been dishonest, Tessa considers the future of their relationship and her plans for college.
Written by Drew HancockGuest stars Sam Lerner, Parker Young, Bunnie Rivera, Derek Waters, Edward Padilla, Courtney Merritt, Jack Walsh, Vernee Watson
Episode 16
Dalia tries to help Mr. Wolfe recover from his breakup with chef Alan; George and Dallas are caught in the crossfire when Noah becomes convinced that Carmen is the love of his life.
Guest stars Gillian Vigman, Evan Arnold, Bunnie Rivera, Aiden Weinberg, Brody Weinberg, Julian Stone, Todd Louiso, Chelsea O'Toole
Episode 17
When Dallas fears she will never compare to Alex, George's ex, she seeks solace in Jill Werner -- and carbs; Tessa thinks she has lost her youthful vigor; Noah uncovers a secret about his psychiatrist.
Guest stars Gillian Vigman, Sam Lerner, Bunnie Rivera, Samantha Quan, Todd Louiso, Jillian Clare
Episode 18
After Noah's divorce, George offers him and Opus a place to stay until they get back on their feet; Dallas realizes that Dalia is a hoarder; Fred asks Tessa to help him land his dream job.
Guest stars Dana Powell, Aiden Weinberg, Brody Weinberg, Darlene Hunt, Sean Smith, Patrick Carlyle, Leslie Gunning
Episode 19
George's newfound obsession with his body image alienates Dallas; Lisa figures out why Dalia is being nice to Tessa.
Guest stars Derek Waters, Alex Boling, Edward Padilla, Todd Sherry, Deena Dill, Brooke Baumer, Courtney Merritt, Chase Fein
Episode 20
Tessa helps Ryan choose a college; George asks Dallas to move in with him; Sheila sells George's house.
Guest stars Dana Powell, Parker Young, Bunnie Rivera, Edward Padilla, Brooke Baumer, Miriam Flynn, Ely Henry, Carmen Electra
Episode 21
Dallas helps George tell Tessa that he has sold their house; when Dalia tries to make Tessa miserable, Tessa seeks revenge.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamGuest stars Gilland Jones, Parker Young, Bunnie Rivera, Natalie Floyd, Lilly Roberson, Ely Henry, Todd Louiso, Ryan Walker
Episode 22
Sheila talks Mr. Wolfe into throwing a chastity ball at the high school; George buys Dallas her dream house.
Guest stars Malin Åkerman, Abby Donnelly, Maestro Harrell, Parker Young, Dyana Liu, Jay Mohr, Deena Dill, Brooke Baumer
Episode information updated Jul 24, 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
