Episode 1
The Pork Special
30m5.0 / 10
Howard takes his staff to learn where their food comes from. Tess learns information that makes her wonder whom she can trust.
Episode credits
Directed by Augustine FrizzellWritten by Stephanie Danler
TV series
Sweetbitter
2018TV-MA2 seasons6.9 / 10
Shortly after arriving in New York City, 22-year-old Tess lands a job at a celebrated downtown restaurant. Swiftly introduced to the world of drugs, alcohol, love, lust, dive bars, and fine dining, she learns to navigate the chaotically alluring, yet punishing life she has stumbled upon.
Availability
Not streaming in United States
Sweetbitter premiered May 6, 2018. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
Shortly after arriving in New York City, 22-year-old Tess lands a job at a celebrated downtown restaurant. Swiftly introduced to the world of drugs, alcohol, love, lust, dive bars, and fine dining, she learns to navigate the chaotically alluring, yet punishing life she has stumbled upon.
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Episode 2
Equifax & Experian
30m7.2 / 10
Tess’ bad credit score reveals something about her past, and he gang tries to help. Sasha is accused when Santos’ new shoes go missing.
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Directed by Augustine FrizzellWritten by Stuart Zicherman
Episode 3
Last of the Season
30m7.2 / 10
Maddie Glover, the restaurant's head chef, returns for a surprise menu tasting. Tess connects with a handsome guest. Will receives a surprising offer.
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Directed by Marta CunninghamWritten by Kenneth Lin
Episode 4
Sec or Demi-Sec
30m7.0 / 10
Tess has a mortifying sexual encounter with Omar. Sasha receives terrible news from home. A table makes a racist comment to Heather.
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Directed by Marta CunninghamWritten by Charise Castro SmithGuest stars Niko Terho
Episode 5
Entropy
30m7.0 / 10
There's a retaliation when Howard decides to restructure the restaurant's tip structure. Tess learns more about Simone and gets closer to Jake.
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Directed by Geeta PatelWritten by Sharr WhiteGuest stars DeLance Minefee
Episode 6
Truffles and Champagne
30m7.0 / 10
Simone's ex-husband shows up in the restaurant and dredges up old feelings. Tess tries to figure out what, and whom, she really wants.
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Directed by Geeta PatelWritten by Christopher Oscar Pena
Episode 7
Peach Treats
30m7.0 / 10
Tess and Jake take their relationship to the next level, causing tension with Simone. Ari feels abandoned. Will uses his power for a questionable purpose.
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Directed by Stuart ZichermanWritten by Lucy Thurber
Episode 8
Bodega Cat
30m7.0 / 10finale
Tess learns the truth about Jake and Simone's past. She forms a plan to get everything she wants in the restaurant.
Episode credits
Directed by Stuart ZichermanWritten by Azie Mira Dungey, Luke Sand
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Cast
Ella PurnellTess
Tom SturridgeJake
Evan JonigkeitWill
Eden EpsteinAriel “Ari”
Jasmine MathewsHeather
DaniyarSasha
Paul SparksHoward
Caitlin FitzGeraldSimoneCredits
- Created by
- Stephanie Danler
- Written by
- Stuart Zicherman, Kenneth Lin, Stephanie Danler, Liz Tuccillo, Azie Mira Dungey, Christopher Oscar Pena, Charise Castro Smith, Sharr White, Lucy Thurber, Luke Sand, Stephanie Danler
Production details
- Status
- Canceled
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 14
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
STARZUnited States
Plan B EntertainmentUnited States- Sleeping IndianUnited States
Themes
based on novel or booknew york city