In this sequel to The L Word, we continue to follow the intermingled lives of Bette Porter, Alice Pieszecki and Shane McCutcheon, along with a new generation of diverse, self-possessed LGBTQIA+ characters experiencing love, heartbreak, sex, setbacks and success in L.A.
In this sequel to The L Word, we continue to follow the intermingled lives of Bette Porter, Alice Pieszecki and Shane McCutcheon, along with a new generation of diverse, self-possessed LGBTQIA+ characters experiencing love, heartbreak, sex, setbacks and success in L.A.
Season 1 episodes
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Ten years after we last left them, we find Bette running for mayor of Los Angeles; Shane as she returns to the city after a setback; and Alice learning to balance co-parenting with her fiancée Nat and Nat’s ex-wife Gigi and the rising success of her talk show. We meet PR exec Dani Núñez, her girlfriend and TV producer Sophie Suarez, their best friend and roommate Micah Lee, and the charming former Olympic swimmer-turned-assistant, (Sarah) Finley.
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Directed by Steph GreenWritten by Ilene ChaikenGuest stars Ashley Gallegos, Victoria Hall, Latarsha Rose, Brian Michael Smith, Stella Edwards, Julian Edwards, Stephanie Allynne, Freddy Miyares
Bette weathers continued fallout as she prepares for an LGBTQIA Center talk. Shane helps Finley, while Alice is annoyed when the network forces her to bring on a new staff member. Dani and Sophie celebrate good news as Dani begins a new job. Micah pursues a new crush.
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Directed by Allison Liddi-BrownWritten by Ilene Chaiken, Marja-Lewis RyanGuest stars Mercedes Mason, Latarsha Rose, Brian Michael Smith, Jamie Clayton, Julian Edwards, Jillian Mercado, Laura Patalano, Sofie Calderon
Bette prepares for an important mayoral debate. Alice lands a huge guest and encourages Nat to branch out. Shane visits a bar and gets embroiled in the lives of two of its employees. Dani and Sophie's families clash, Micah is unsure of where he stands with his crush, and a budding relationship forces Finley to confront some complicated aspects of her past.
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Directed by Sarah Pia AndersonWritten by Ilene Chaiken, Marja-Lewis RyanGuest stars Megan Rapinoe, Alexandra Doke, Wayno Sanchez, Connie Jackson, Mercedes Mason, Rex Linn, Shyaam Karra, Latarsha Rose
Dani is forced to get involved in Bette’s personal life, Shane grapples with a big decision, Alice is profiled by a newspaper, Sophie worries that Dani is pulling back, Finley struggles with her growing feelings for Rebecca, and Micah still doesn't know where things stand with José.
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Directed by Steph GreenWritten by Ilene Chaiken, Marja-Lewis RyanGuest stars Mercedes Mason, Rex Linn, Shyaam Karra, Yvonne Valadez, Latarsha Rose, Stella Edwards, Jamie Clayton, Julian Edwards
Bette feels guilty about lying to Angie; some unexpected news throws Shane for a major loop. Alice, Gigi and Nat find common ground. Dani and Sophie deal with a bombshell dropped on them by Dani's father. Finley bonds with Tess and Micah grows closer to José.
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Directed by Erica A. WatsonWritten by Ilene Chaiken, Marja-Lewis RyanGuest stars Latarsha Rose, Jamie Clayton, Julian Edwards, Jillian Mercado, Stephanie Allynne, Freddy Miyares, Carlos Leal, Jordan Hull
Bette and Dani reckon with the fallout of a recent scandal. Shane spends the day with Angie. Alice, Gigi, and Nat have conflicting ideas about their family life. Sophie and Finley spend a raucous night out in an effort to get their mind off of things.
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Directed by Logan KibensWritten by Ilene Chaiken, Marja-Lewis RyanGuest stars Brian Michael Smith, Stella Edwards, Salome Azizi, Adrian Snow, Jamie Clayton, Julian Edwards, Laurel Holloman, Stephanie Allynne
Bette is conflicted about old feelings, Shane is tested by her relationship with Quiara, and Alice gets blindsided at home and work. Meanwhile, with Dani busy with the election, Sophie feels relieved to have Finley around. Micah introduces José to his mother.
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Directed by Jennifer ArnoldWritten by Ilene Chaiken, Marja-Lewis RyanGuest stars Jamie Clayton, Rosalind Chao, Julian Edwards, Jillian Mercado, Laura Patalano, Sofie Calderon, Stewart Skelton, Laurel Holloman
Tensions run high on election night as Bette and Dani await the results, Shane and Quiara go through their most difficult challenge yet, and Alice takes a big swing on her show. Meanwhile, Sophie and Dani consider another big step in their relationship, Finley is forced to stop running from her past and confront her feelings, and Micah is dealt an unexpected bombshell about José. Season finale
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Directed by Marja-Lewis RyanWritten by Ilene Chaiken, Marja-Lewis RyanGuest stars Stephanie Allynne, Freddy Miyares, Tamara Taylor, Carlos Leal, Jordan Hull, Fortune Feimster, Lex Ryan, Olivia Thirlby
Marja-Lewis Ryan, Ilene Chaiken, Melody Derloshon, Maisha Closson, Julia Hannafin, María Renée Prudencio, Jonell Lennon, Nancy C. Mejia, Thomas Page McBee, Lisa Quintela, Christina Brosman, Allie Romano, NOVA CYPRESS BLACK, Courtney Edwards, Scout Comm, Nina Kim
Production details
Status
Canceled
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
28
Original language
English
Networks & production
ShowtimeUnited States
MLR
Showtime NetworksUnited States
Themes
female friendshiplesbianlesbian relationshiplgbtlos angeles, california
