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Eleanor Shellstrop, an ordinary woman who, through an extraordinary string of events, enters the afterlife where she comes to realize that she hasn't been a very good person. With the help of her wise afterlife mentor, she's determined to shed her old way of living and discover the awesome (or at least the pretty good) person within.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Eleanor Shellstrop, an ordinary woman who, through an extraordinary string of events, enters the afterlife where she comes to realize that she hasn't been a very good person. With the help of her wise afterlife mentor, she's determined to shed her old way of living and discover the awesome (or at least the pretty good) person within.
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Episode 1
Michael intervenes in the near-death accidents of Eleanor, Chidi, Tahani and Jason on Earth, in hopes that a second chance at life allows them to become better versions of themselves.
Directed by Dean HollandWritten by Jen Statsky, Michael SchurGuest stars Dominic Burgess, Lisandra Tena, Taryn Leggett, Andrew Bering, Harvey Guillén, Moshe Kasher, Whitmer Thomas, Johnny McKeown
Episode 2
Michael's grand scheme hits an unexpected snag and forces him to take drastic measures.
Directed by Jude WengWritten by Daniel SchofieldGuest stars Adam Scott, Antoniette Iesue, Ben Lawson, Maya Rudolph, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Mike O'Malley
Episode 3
A surprising announcement from one of the humans threatens to dissolve the group.
Directed by Beth McCarthy-MillerWritten by Joe MandeGuest stars Ben Lawson, Adam Groves, Maya Rudolph, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, John Leary, Ilka Urbach
Episode 4
The group explores the three main branches of ethical thought.
Directed by Trent O'DonnellWritten by Megan AmramGuest stars Ben Lawson, Ben Geurens, Olivia Mackenzie-Smith, Seychelle Brown, Judah Simard, Nathan Lovejoy, Paul Tassone, Liza Fernandez
Episode 5
Jason visits with some people from his past while Chidi gets help in resolving a problem.
Directed by Rebecca AsherWritten by Matt MurrayGuest stars Eugene Cordero, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Mitch Narito, Flula Borg, Emily O'Meara
Episode 6
Eleanor makes a startling discovery that tests her resolve, Tahani looks to make amends and Janet does some bonding.
Directed by Beth McCarthy-MillerWritten by Kassia MillerGuest stars Leslie Grossman, Andy Daly, Peter Katona, Anna Khaja, Ajay Mehta, Rebecca Hazlewood, Stella Edwards, Janet Song
Episode 7
Eleanor recalls some forgotten events from her past.
Directed by Claire ScanlonWritten by Cord JeffersonGuest stars Marc Evan Jackson, Tiya Sircar, Todd Aaron Brotze, Lynette DuPree, Bambadjan Bamba, Jama Williamson, Josh Siegal
Episode 8
Michael and Janet visit the person they believe to be the blueprint for how to live a good life on Earth; Eleanor turns to Tahani for advice.
Directed by Dean HollandWritten by Andrew LawGuest stars Michael McKean, Nicolas Cantu, Marc Evan Jackson, Tiya Sircar, Bambadjan Bamba, Luke Guldan, Jama Williamson, Josh Siegal
Episode 9
While Eleanor and the gang contend with an intense out-of-body experience, Michael hatches a plan with Janet's help.
Directed by Morgan SackettWritten by Josh Siegal, Dylan MorganGuest stars Stephen Merchant, Eugene Cordero, Monica Padman, Michael Hagiwara, Mac Jarman, Carol Herman, Lauryn Speights, Sean Riley Smith
Episode 10
Michael's resolve is put to the test. Meanwhile, Jason wrestles with his feelings and Chidi surprises Eleanor.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Kate GerstenGuest stars Nicole Byer, Paul Scheer, Mike O'Malley, Phil Augusta Jackson, Takato Yonemoto, Tatiana Carr, Dana Powell, Denise G. Sanchez
Episode 11
Michael arranges an important meeting and Janet makes a reconnection.
Directed by Jude WengWritten by Joe Mande, Christopher EncellGuest stars Marc Evan Jackson, Maya Rudolph, Jason Mantzoukas, Maribeth Monroe, Brandon Scott Jones, Aasia LaShay Bullock
Episode 12
Michael's crisis forces Eleanor to assume the title of the neighborhood architect. Tahani makes a discovery about the new humans.
Directed by Michael SchurWritten by Megan Amram, Jen StatskyGuest stars Marc Evan Jackson, Maya Rudolph, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Brandon Scott Jones
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Kristen BellEleanor Shellstrop
Ted DansonMichael
William Jackson HarperChidi Anagonye
Jameela JamilTahani Al-Jamil
Manny JacintoJason Mendoza
D'Arcy CardenJanet
Amy OkudaJessica
Seth MorrisWallace
NBCUnited States
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3 Arts EntertainmentUnited States
Universal TelevisionUnited States
