Riley Parks delicately balances two starkly different lives -- one as a single mom in a conservative town struggling to provide for her family and the other as a savvy and ambitious businesswoman working with a rowdy, sexy and unpredictable group of women.
Riley Parks delicately balances two starkly different lives -- one as a single mom in a conservative town struggling to provide for her family and the other as a savvy and ambitious businesswoman working with a rowdy, sexy and unpredictable group of women.
Cast, crew and production details
About The Client List
Cast
Jennifer Love HewittRiley Parks
Loretta DevineGeorgia Cummings
Colin EgglesfieldEvan Parks
Rebecca FieldLacey Jean
Alicia LaganoSelena Ramos
Naturi NaughtonKendra
Brian HallisayKyle Parks
Kathleen YorkJolene
Credits
Created by
Suzanne Martin, Jordan Budde
Written by
Suzanne Martin, Hollie Overton, Michael Reisz, Natalie Chaidez, Laurie Arent, Shaina Fewell, Nikki Schiefelbein, John Tinker, Barbara Nance, Billy Pols, Tawnya Bhattacharya, Ali Laventhol, Marc Halsey
Production details
Status
Canceled
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
25
Original language
English
Networks & production
LifetimeUnited States
ITV Studios AmericaUnited States
Jaffe / Braunstein Entertainment
Fedora Films
Howard Braunstein FilmsUnited States
Themes
based on true storybroken familydebtserotic massageinspirationalmassage girlmassage parlormassage therapistparent child relationshipsingle motherwomen empowerment
Season 1 episodes
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After being deserted by her husband, Texas housewife Riley Parks takes a job at a seemingly traditional day spa only to learn that sexual favors are being offered there on the side. Conflicted at first, she seizes the opportunity and takes the job.
Directed by Wendey StanzlerWritten by Jordan BuddeGuest stars Brian Hallisay, Elisabeth Röhm, Desi Lydic, David Starzyk, Lea Coco, Mimi Rogers, Hazel Sepenuk, Cassidy Guetersloh
Riley stumbles upon the phone number of a mystery woman from her husband's past, leaving her to wonder if he was having an affair before he deserted her. Meanwhile, Riley's mom, Linette, embarks on a new romance with fellow churchgoer, Garrett.
Directed by Allan ArkushWritten by Barbara NanceGuest stars Brian Hallisay, Elisabeth Röhm, Desi Lydic, Sam Page, Colleen Foy, Matthew Florida, Cassidy Guetersloh, Daniel Sobieray
Riley's new career starts to take off when she gets promoted at The Rub. But when her daughter, Katie, starts acting up at school. Riley struggles to find the balance of being a responsible single mom and a newly minted manager.
Directed by John BehringWritten by Laurie ArentGuest stars Cindy Pickett, Jon Prescott, Matt Battaglia, Anthony Montgomery, David Gautreaux, Brian Kerwin, Cassidy Guetersloh, Adam Taylor
When Linette is made co-chair of a Beaumont social event, Riley balks at facing the community and the rumors about Kyle. Meanwhile, a law student comes to The Rub looking for extras, and Riley delivers—only to discover his connection to one of her co-workers. putting their secret in jeopardy.
Directed by Patrick R. NorrisWritten by Efrem SeegerGuest stars Brian Hallisay, Elisabeth Röhm, Desi Lydic, Lea Coco, Jonathon Trent, Brian Kerwin, Arlen Escarpeta, Bart Johnson
A massage mishap breaks the ice with a sexy. eligible client, leaving Riley to wonder if she's ready to start dating. Meanwhile, Linette's relationship with Garrett seems headed for the long haul until damaging secrets from Garrett's past force Riley to intervene.
Directed by Timothy BusfieldWritten by Dawn DeKeyserGuest stars Desi Lydic, Brian Kerwin, Michael Nardelli, Matthew Del Negro, Carlos Gómez, Harrison C. Thomas, Daniel Sobieray, Amanda Gist
Georgia puts Riley and the Spa Girls on high alert after she begins to suspect the police may be planning a raid at The Rub of Sugar Land. Meanwhile, Riley's two worlds collide when a friend finds Riley's hidden stash of cash. Dale encourages Evan to come dean about his feelings for Riley, just as she starts to bond with a fellow single dad from school.
Directed by Norman BuckleyWritten by Marc HalseyGuest stars Lea Coco, Jon Prescott, Greg Grunberg, Trevor St. John, Jack Conley, Evan Helmuth, Cassidy Guetersloh, Adam Taylor
A co-workers announcement to elope leads Riley to wonder about the imperfections of her marriage with Kyle. Meanwhile, the Curl Up & Dry Salon is up for sale, but Linette and Lacey balk at the prospective new buyer. Lacey reveals she has also been hiding a secret from Riley. Riley is concerned about a new girl in Evan's life. Riley coaches an insecure client on some basic dating techniques.
Directed by Bethany RooneyWritten by John TinkerGuest stars Brian Hallisay, Elisabeth Röhm, Jon Prescott, Bart Johnson, Kirby Heyborne, McKinley Freeman, Daniel Sobieray, Amanda Gist
Tensions grow between Riley and her co-worker, Selena, when Selena and Evan begin dating. Meanwhile, Riley considers the lack of a male role model in the house when her son, Travis, gets caught in a "curious situation" with Taylor's daughter. Riley lends advice to one of her clients, a rodeo cowboy. when his relationship hits a wall. Linette tries to compete with Taylor when she applies for a loan to buy the salon.
Directed by Patrick R. NorrisWritten by Laurie ArentGuest stars Brian Hallisay, Erin Cardillo, Elisabeth Röhm, Desi Lydic, Eric Lively, Ignacio Serricchio, Richard Riehle, Hazel Sepenuk
Riley gives romance a try with the very charming and ever persistent Dr. Mark. But what starts as an elegant date at a country club event, ends with her past coming back, turning Riley's world upside-down. Meanwhile, Dee Ann lands in hot water when she gets involved with a high-powered client. And Linette and Lacey face their first day of the "Reign of Taylor" at the Curl Up & Dry.
Directed by Wendey StanzlerWritten by Hollie OvertonGuest stars Brian Hallisay, Elisabeth Röhm, Desi Lydic, Jon Prescott, Jack Conley, Eric Mabius, Christopher J. Hanke, Robert Ri'chard
Kyle returns to find Riley and the family he abandoned anything but welcoming. Meanwhile, Riley is entrusted with the reins of The Rub of Sugar Land after Georgia is tipped off that authorities have her on their radar. This added new authority, however, puts Riley's secret life in jeopardy of being exposed.
Directed by Jennifer Love HewittWritten by Jennifer Love Hewitt, Barbara Nance, Barbara NanceGuest stars Brian Hallisay, Elisabeth Röhm, Desi Lydic, Greg Grunberg, Trevor St. John, Paul Dooley, Betty White, Hazel Sepenuk
