Single father George Altman is doing his best to raise his sixteen-year-old daughter Tessa in the big city. When he discovers a box of condoms in her bedroom, though, he decides the time has come to move her to a more wholesome and nurturing environment: the suburbs. But behind the beautiful homes and perfect lawns lurk the Franken-moms, spray tans, nose jobs, and Red Bull-guzzling teens who have nothing in common with Tessa. It's a whole new world, one that makes George wonder if they haven't jumped out of the frying pan and into the fire.
When Tessa returns to Chatswin after spending the summer in NYC with her grandmother, her burgeoning interest in her mom leaves George feeling threatened. In an effort to feel more connected to her mom's musical side, Tessa takes up the guitar and signs up to sing in the Fall Follies. Meanwhile, Noah decides he wants Carmen to come back and work for him, and he gets into an all out competition with Dallas over her.
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s02e02The Witch of East Chatswin2012-10-2501:31⌄
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The Witch of East Chatswin
s02e02 ·
2012-10-25 ·
01:31
When Tessa convinces Dalia and the KKK to come up with feminist inspired Halloween costumes, she finds herself the interest of the infamous East Chatswin witch, played by guest star Rachel Dratch. As it turns out Paula isn't exactly what she seems. Meanwhile George and Noah dress up as each other, and Dallas invites George to be "Ken" to her "Barbie" -- but he declines, not realizing that she is asking him out -- .
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s02e03Ryan's Song2012-11-0101:31⌄
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Ryan's Song
s02e03 ·
2012-11-01 ·
01:31
When Lisa feels guilty for not telling Ryan that he's adopted, she agrees to help him pursue Tessa. Lisa's generosity leaves Ryan believing that he must be dying of "Ryan disease." Meanwhile George and Dallas go on their first date, but in her nervousness she invites her life coach, Tabitha, to join them -- which puts George off -- and Tessa agrees to babysit for Opus while Noah and Carmen attend an opera.
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s02e04Foam Finger2012-11-0802:31⌄
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Foam Finger
s02e04 ·
2012-11-08 ·
02:31
When Dalia decides that her dad's fiancée is her new best friend, the KKK are lost without their leader and turn to Tessa and Lisa. As Dalia struggles with her emotions over her dad's elopement, she turns to Evan for support, and it's up to Tessa to help her regain her confidence and friends. Meanwhile, George and Dallas get intimate, but it's not really what George envisions.
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s02e05The Wishbone2012-11-1502:31⌄
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The Wishbone
s02e05 ·
2012-11-15 ·
02:31
When Tessa decides she wants to spend Thanksgiving in the city with her grandmother and birth mom, Dallas decides to fire Chef Alan and have George host Thanksgiving to keep him occupied. But when George finds his cooking skills inadequate, he winds up schilling out cash to Chef Alan to help make the meal edible. Meanwhile, after missing Alex in NYC, Tessa returns home to find a surprising Thanksgiving dinner.
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s02e06Friendship Fish2012-11-2902:31⌄
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Friendship Fish
s02e06 ·
2012-11-29 ·
02:31
When Dallas gives George a Chatswin makeover, he decides he likes his new look and begins to feel at home in the suburbs. But as soon as some of George's friends from New York visit, they start poking fun at his girlfriend and new life. In an effort to get back at them, George and Dallas make a pitch for the Scarsdale Performing Arts Center job that his friends are after. Meanwhile, Malik leaves Lisa for two days, so she decides to spend every minute with Tessa. Part of their girl bonding time involves them eating some smoked fish, which leaves Tessa in the hospital with food poisoning.
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s02e07Krampus2012-12-0602:31⌄
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Krampus
s02e07 ·
2012-12-06 ·
02:31
When George sends Tessa to NY for a Christmas excursion with her mom, he assumes that he's given her the best present ever. Tessa soon learns to be careful what you wish for, and she finds herself missing George and Chatswin. Meanwhile Ryan finds out that he was adopted -- throwing the Shay family in turmoil -- and Carly asks for Carmen for Christmas.
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s02e08Black Thai2013-01-1002:31⌄
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Black Thai
s02e08 ·
2013-01-10 ·
02:31
When Tessa and Dalia get their PSAT results, Dalia receives a new car and Tessa gets ice cream as a reward. Tessa is miffed that Dalia got a car, and becomes obsessed with finding out Dalia's score. The rift between the girls leads to an argument between George and Dallas, and the only thing that can help them is an old fashioned hip hop dance off. Meanwhile Noah and Jill hire Mr. Wolfe to tutor their baby after he's rejected by the finest day care in Chatswin.
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s02e09Junior Secretary's Day2013-01-1702:31⌄
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Junior Secretary's Day
s02e09 ·
2013-01-17 ·
02:31
When Tessa has her wisdom teeth removed, George struggles to manage both her recovery and the hysterics of their neighbor, Fred Shay, who has taken up residence in their basement after a career set-back. Sheila suspects George of harboring rats, and Dallas feels insecure about her relationship with George.
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s02e10Chinese Chicken2013-01-2402:31⌄
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Chinese Chicken
s02e10 ·
2013-01-24 ·
02:31
When Dallas goes overboard making flyers for George's business, he begins to feel stifled and convinces Noah and Fred to start a dad band as a way to escape their significant others. Sheila catches the band during practice and impresses George with her singing, so he votes her into the band. Meanwhile Tessa discovers what it means to be a football player's girlfriend and incites a revolt.
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s02e11Yakult Leader2013-01-3102:31⌄
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Yakult Leader
s02e11 ·
2013-01-31 ·
02:31
When Yakult becomes depressed, Dallas invites Yoni back into their lives to help remove her negative energy. Everyone becomes enamored with Yoni except George, who believes Yoni really just wants Dallas back. Meanwhile the Shays convince Tessa to help set Lisa up so she can get back in the dating game. The girls end up on a double date with Ryan and Tessa's ex, Scott Strauss.
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s02e12Body Talk2013-02-0702:31⌄
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Body Talk
s02e12 ·
2013-02-07 ·
02:31
When Dallas realizes a portion of her property is located in East Chatswin, her life is thrown into a tailspin after she's kicked out of the country club and Dalia is forced to attend East Chatswin High. Meanwhile, Tessa becomes a producer of the Chatswin High TV show, "Teen Talk," but struggles with her new role when Ryan becomes the host of the show.
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s02e13Blowtox and Burlap2013-02-1402:31⌄
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Blowtox and Burlap
s02e13 ·
2013-02-14 ·
02:31
When Tessa convinces Ryan to attend an art house movie with her on Valentine's Day, their reactions to the movie surprise her. Sheila's mother, Gam Gam, pays the Shays a visit, causing friction between Fred and Sheila. Her visit also spurs Sheila to try to get Malik back together with Lisa. Meanwhile, Dallas has a bad reaction to a cosmetic procedure, and George has to enjoy an 18-course meal from renowned Chef Julio solo.
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s02e14T-Ball & Sympathy2013-02-2102:31⌄
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T-Ball & Sympathy
s02e14 ·
2013-02-21 ·
02:31
When Tessa becomes a relationship expert, she gives advice to everyone. She decides to help Mr. Wolfe, and this leads to a sad realization about his relationship with Chef Alan. Meanwhile Noah and Dallas are still at odds, and George helps Dallas coach a T-Ball team.
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s02e15Leaving Chatswin2013-02-2802:31⌄
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Leaving Chatswin
s02e15 ·
2013-02-28 ·
02:31
When Marty passes away, George is deeply affected and Noah and George have to figure out what to do with his ashes. Meanwhile, Tessa learns that Ryan hasn't been honest with her, and she has to examine the future of their relationship, as well as her plans for college.
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s02e16How to Be a Baby2013-03-0702:31⌄
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How to Be a Baby
s02e16 ·
2013-03-07 ·
02:31
Dalia takes Mr. Wolfe under her wing to help him get over his breakup with Chef Alan. She convinces him to try a new look and plots to help Mr. Wolfe get revenge for his broken heart. Meanwhile, Noah is convinced Carmen is the love of his life and George and Dallas find themselves caught in the crossfire, while Tessa interns for Jill.
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s02e17Eat, Pray, Eat2013-03-2101:31⌄
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Eat, Pray, Eat
s02e17 ·
2013-03-21 ·
01:31
When George forgets the birthday gift that Dallas gives him, Dallas feels as if she'll never compare to his ex, Alex, and she seeks solace in carbs and Jill Werner. Meanwhile, Tessa believes that she has lost her youthful vigor, and Noah makes a shocking discovery about his psychiatrist, Bob.
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s02e18Brown Trembler2013-03-2801:31⌄
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Brown Trembler
s02e18 ·
2013-03-28 ·
01:31
Post-divorce Noah and Opus take up residence in a high end hotel until the Chatswin moms corner George and force him to intervene. Luckily George allows Noah and Opus to move in with him until they get back on their feet. Meanwhile, Dallas discovers that Dalia is a hoarder, and Fred enlists Tessa to school him on what's hip so he can land the job of his dreams.
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s02e19Decemberfold2013-04-0400:30⌄
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Decemberfold
s02e19 ·
2013-04-04 ·
00:30
When George agrees to participate in the "Dads of Chatswin" calendar, he becomes obsessed with his body image and alienates Dallas. Meanwhile Dalia buddies up to Tessa, and Lisa discovers her true motives.
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s02e20Go, Gamblers2013-04-1100:30⌄
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Go, Gamblers
s02e20 ·
2013-04-11 ·
00:30
When it comes time for Ryan to choose a college, Tessa endeavors to remain neutral even though Ryan begs her to decide for him. Tessa ultimately rigs his decision-making process, and Dalia uses this to her advantage. Meanwhile, George asks Dallas to move in with him in the most unromantic way, and as a newly licensed realtor, Sheila sells George's house before it hits the market.
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s02e21Apocalypse Meow2013-04-1800:00⌄
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Apocalypse Meow
s02e21 ·
2013-04-18 ·
00:00
The bitingly iconic single-camera comedy, "Suburgatory," concludes the season with a one-hour finale event.
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s02e22Stray Dogs2013-04-1800:00⌄
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Stray Dogs
s02e22 ·
2013-04-18 ·
00:00
Sheila launches a chastity campaign in Chatswin and convinces Mr. Wolfe to throw a Chastity Ball at the high school, assuming that Lisa will be crowned queen of the ball. Meanwhile George buys a house for Dallas and receives a visit from her ex-husband, and Tessa sets up residence in her bathroom stall at school.
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