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American Housewife — Season 1
#Episode nameAir dateRuntimeRating
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21mPilotKatie made an effort to ease Anna-Kat into the school's social circles. Meanwhile, Taylor and Oliver embraced the affluent lifestyle of Westport with an easy familiarity.Oct 11, 20167.3Oct 11, 201621m7.302
21mThe NapA sudden fever laid Greg low with the flu, and Katie found herself adrift in a sea of exhaustion, striving to care for him and the children. The strain began to fray her patience, culminating in a sharp exchange with the school’s relentlessly officious crossing guard.Oct 18, 20168.0Oct 18, 201621m8.003
21mWestport ZombiesA shadow of envy fell upon Katie when she learned Taylor would be participating in the Westport Halloween “Zombie Run,” and with a sigh, she found herself reluctantly joining the competition. Meanwhile, Greg and Anna-Kat, caught up in the spirit of the event, perhaps lingered a little too long in their roles as undead participants navigating the run’s obstacle course.Oct 25, 20167.8Oct 25, 201621m7.804
21mArt ShowAnna-Kat's depiction of Katie for the school art show was intended to be unflattering, and Katie resolved to acquire the piece before its public unveiling. With Katie absent, Doris found herself responsible for Oliver and Taylor.Nov 1, 20167.3Nov 1, 201621m7.305
21mThe SnubKatie found herself striving for acceptance among the Westport mothers, hoping it would pave the way for Anna-Kat to be included in a coveted birthday celebration. Despite her efforts, Anna-Kat remained uninvited, prompting Katie to confide in Angela and Doris. In that conversation, she began to understand that her daughter desired not a multitude of acquaintances, but rather a small circle of genuine friends. Meanwhile, Greg attempted to impress upon Taylor the limitations of relying solely onNov 15, 20168.3Nov 15, 201621m8.306
21mThe Blow-UpKathryn (Wendie Malick), Katie’s mother, arrives for Thanksgiving with her customary desire for the spotlight. Before her arrival, Katie had spoken with Anna-Kat’s teacher, who reported the child’s heightened anxiety. This realization dawns on Katie: her own anxieties surrounding her mother are subtly impacting her daughter. Adding to the familial discord, an unwelcome guest, Viv, unexpectedly joins the Otto family for the holiday.Nov 22, 20167.3Nov 22, 201621m7.307
21mPower CoupleThe news that Anna-Kat's dedicated special needs teacher, Dr. Ellie, was slated for budget cuts ignited a fierce determination in Katie and Greg. They plunged headfirst into the world of PTA politics. Greg’s election to the PTA offered a glimmer of hope, but the path to victory demanded careful navigation. Could Katie maintain her composure and strategic silence long enough to secure the votes they so desperately needed?Nov 29, 20167.7Nov 29, 201621m7.708
21mWestport CotillionOliver was pursuing a clandestine regimen of dance and etiquette lessons, driven by the hope of persuading the girl he admired to accompany him to the Westport Cotillion. He sought his father's assistance in maintaining this endeavor's secrecy from Katie, fearing her well-meaning but potentially disruptive intervention. However, discretion proved a more elusive goal than he’d anticipated.Dec 6, 20167.5Dec 6, 201621m7.509
21mKrampus KatieKatie’s holiday cheer, which was often lacking, diminishes further when Viv persuades her into assisting with the school Christmas pageant. Meanwhile, Greg, intent on imparting the true spirit of Christmas to Taylor and Oliver, leads them to a nearby nursing home hoping to uplift the residents; however, his plans encounter unforeseen difficulties.Dec 13, 20168.0Dec 13, 201621m8.010
21mThe PlaydateKatie and Greg are overjoyed that Anna-Kat has finally arranged a playdate with a girl who seems ordinary. However, Anna-Kat harbors a secret: she’s developing a tendency to take things, and has already pilfered an object from her new friend Penny's house. Greg urges her to return the item and confess, but Katie hesitates, particularly because Penny's mother, Chloe Brown Mueller, is known throughout Westport for her sharp tongue and penchant for gossip.Jan 3, 20177.7Jan 3, 201721m7.711
21mThe SnowstormA relentless snowstorm has confined the Ottos to their house, plunged into darkness by a power outage. The quiet monotony of being indoors, cut off from the outside world, presents a challenge to their usual rhythm.Jan 10, 20177.5Jan 10, 201721m7.512
21mSurprise"I'm mortified by our house," Oliver confessed to his parents, "I'd rather not have a birthday party at all." Katie resolved to give him a taste of his own medicine. She planned a surprise celebration at home, inviting all of Oliver’s affluent friends.Jan 17, 20177.7Jan 17, 201721m7.713
21mThen and NowWith the impending sale of their home, the Ottos are contemplating a departure from Westport. Everyone but Katie feels the pull to leave; she appears resolute in her desire to move forward, even as she holds onto cherished recollections of her family's time there.Feb 7, 20177.5Feb 7, 201721m7.514
21mTime for LoveValentine's Day consistently ranks as Katie's least favorite holiday, yet her yearning for a quiet celebration is consistently swept aside by Greg's extravagant displays of affection. Elsewhere, Oliver has acquired an expensive gift for the girl he admires, while Taylor plots a subtle deception to secure permission from her parents to attend a Valentine's Day party.Feb 14, 20177.5Feb 14, 201721m7.515
21mThe Man DateGreg found a kindred spirit in Stan, another devotee of history. However, Katie regarded this new friendship with disapproval, a sentiment amplified by the fact that Stan was married to Chloe Brown Mueller, a woman who held a certain animosity towards her.Feb 21, 20177.3Feb 21, 201721m7.316
21mBag LadyKatie has a tendency to leave people to their own devices, and she's somewhat taken aback when they appear capable of managing without her assistance.Mar 7, 20178.3Mar 7, 201721m8.317
21mOther People's MarriagesKatie's urging emboldened Viv to confront her husband, a decision that ultimately led to her departure from their home.Mar 14, 20178.3Mar 14, 201721m8.318
21mThe Otto MottoGreg holds Katie responsible for influencing Taylor’s decision to withdraw from her extracurricular pursuits, viewing her actions as a negative example.Apr 4, 20177.0Apr 4, 201721m7.019
21mThe Polo MatchDoris is insistent that Katie come to the charity polo match she is putting together.Apr 11, 20177.3Apr 11, 201721m7.320
21mThe WalkFor her birthday, Anna-Kat requested only one thing of her parents: permission to walk to the library by herself.Apr 18, 20177.7Apr 18, 201721m7.721
21mThe ClubAs Anna-Kat’s apprehension toward water deepens, leading her to avoid bathing altogether, her therapist proposes a swimming excursion with the Ottos. But can Katie conquer her own discomfort with public swimwear at the Westport Country Club, all to assist her daughter? Separately, Oliver embarks on a sartorial transformation for his father after a decidedly unfavorable assessment from his college classmates earns Greg a low rating.May 1, 20177.0May 1, 201721m7.022
21mDude, Where's My Napkin?A night out in the city unfolded for Katie and Greg, shared with Angela’s ex-wife, a celebration sparked by Celeste, an editor, securing Greg his first book deal. However, Angela, having explicitly asked Katie to avoid contact with her former partner, was consumed with fury, accusing Katie of a betrayal of friendship.May 9, 20177.0May 9, 201721m7.023
21mCan't hide It AnymoreAll year, Katie had evaded the required volunteer hours at her children’s schools. However, when the other mothers began to apply pressure, she concocted a clever excuse. This involved wearing a convincing fake pregnancy bump, an act that led everyone to believe she was expecting. But the situation quickly spiraled beyond her control when her former rivals arranged a baby shower in her honor.May 16, 20178.0May 16, 201721m8.0
