TV series
Nailing sophomore year.
Follow four college roommates as they arrive at New England's prestigious Essex College. A bundle of contradictions and hormones, these girls are equal parts lovable and infuriating as they live out their new, free lives on campus.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Follow four college roommates as they arrive at New England's prestigious Essex College. A bundle of contradictions and hormones, these girls are equal parts lovable and infuriating as they live out their new, free lives on campus.
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Episode 1
As they come to terms with their new status on campus, Bela creates an all-female humor magazine, Whitney copes with the off-season, and Kimberly tries to find money with Leighton's unexpected help.
Directed by Daniella EismanWritten by Caroline GoldfarbGuest stars Christopher Meyer, Ilia Isorelýs Paulino, Isabella Roland, Sierra Katow, Mekki Leeper, Lauren 'Lolo' Spencer, Rob Huebel, Nicole Sullivan
Episode 2
Bela and Leighton organize a fundraiser to help Zeta so they can get back to their parties. Kimberly tries to find collateral for her loan and Whitney feels threatened by Canaan's new partner.
Directed by Daniella EismanWritten by Rupinder GillGuest stars Christopher Meyer, Ilia Isorelýs Paulino, Mekki Leeper, Nicole Sullivan, Scott Lipman, Mitchell Slaggert, Aketra Sevillian, Spencer Neville
Episode 3
While Leighton enjoys the perks of being out, Bela focuses on a short king. Whitney attempts to expand her horizons with a difficult class, and Kimberly considers a new fix for her money problems.
Directed by Lila NeugebauerWritten by Sarah TapscottGuest stars Mekki Leeper, Lauren 'Lolo' Spencer, Sherri Shepherd, Betti, Mitchell Slaggert, Charlie Hall, Gedde Watanabe, Jamie Denbo
Episode 4
Bela scrambles to expand The Foxy's reach ahead of its release. Jackson invites Kimberly to a study session. Canaan asks Whitney to be his girlfriend… but she already thought they were dating. Leighton gets called out.
Directed by Lila NeugebauerWritten by Rheeqrheeq ChaineyGuest stars Christopher Meyer, Ilia Isorelýs Paulino, Isabella Roland, Sierra Katow, Mekki Leeper, Lauren 'Lolo' Spencer, Cheyenne Perez, Francesca Xuereb
Episode 5
Leighton helps Kimberly administer her hormone injections. Whitney considers how to handle being repeatedly mistaken for the only other Black girl in class. Bela clashes with her Catullan replacement.
Directed by Thembi BanksWritten by Justin Noble, Sheridan WatsonGuest stars Donielle Nash, Mekki Leeper, Betti, Mitchell Slaggert, Charlie Hall, Gracie Dzienny, Gedde Watanabe, Spencer Neville
Episode 6
Bela seizes an opportunity when a late-night comic visits campus. Kimberly attempts to prove she hasn't been “med-zoned” by Jackson. Whitney fights to contribute to a group assignment. Leighton pursues a junior… who reminds her of herself.
Directed by David StassenWritten by Mindy KalingGuest stars Christopher Meyer, Ilia Isorelýs Paulino, John Reynolds, Gillian Vigman, Mekki Leeper, Mitchell Slaggert, Charlie Hall, Gracie Dzienny
Episode 7
Leighton grapples with "dating up" for the first time. Kimberly appeals to an unlikely source for help with the food workers' strike. Whitney sets out to crush her final lab. Bela's faces blowback from a misstep.
Directed by Tazbah ChavezWritten by Beth AppelGuest stars Christopher Meyer, Ilia Isorelýs Paulino, Isabella Roland, Sierra Katow, Mekki Leeper, Lauren 'Lolo' Spencer, Sherri Shepherd, Cheyenne Perez
Episode 8
For Pre-Frosh Weekend, Bela hosts her nerdy childhood friend Priya, who's had a surprise glow-up. Leighton prepares to come out to her dad. Kimberly seeks commonalities with Jackson, while Whitney finds chemistry with her lab partner.
Directed by Tazbah ChavezWritten by Modupe Thompson, Sarah TapscottGuest stars Christopher Meyer, Ilia Isorelýs Paulino, Donielle Nash, Lauren 'Lolo' Spencer, Rob Huebel, Betti, Scott Lipman, Mitchell Slaggert
Episode 9
Whitney and Andrew attempt to bring their chemistry into the real world. Bela over-curates The Foxy’s big spotlight. Kimberly accompanies Canaan to the Econ department’s awards banquet. Leighton visits the women’s center – and Alicia.
Directed by Rupinder GillWritten by Caroline Goldfarb, Rupinder GillGuest stars Christopher Meyer, Ilia Isorelýs Paulino, Isabella Roland, Will Hines, Sierra Katow, Cheyenne Perez, Midori Francis, Amanda Ripley
Episode 10
When Leighton is elected Kappa’s campus social chair, the roommates must figure out what sophomore year will look like.
Directed by Justin NobleWritten by Justin Noble, Beth AppelGuest stars Christopher Meyer, Ilia Isorelýs Paulino, Isabella Roland, Sierra Katow, Gillian Vigman, Lauren 'Lolo' Spencer, Rob Huebel, Betti
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
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