The Best Episodes of Special Season 1

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.1/10(370 votes)

   #1 - Chapter Three: Free Scones

   S1:E34/12/2019

   Karen reluctantly agrees to help Ryan find an apartment while Kim eagerly volunteers to help him check another big milestone off his list.

   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell

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   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell
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   7.8/10(321 votes)

   #2 - Chapter Eight: Gay Gardens

   S1:E84/12/2019

   Conflicted by how he's being defined, Ryan decides to come clean at work and with his friends. But focusing on himself leaves Karen feeling left out.

   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell

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   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell
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   7.7/10(326 votes)

   #3 - Chapter Five: Vagina Momologues

   S1:E54/12/2019

   Karen's shopping trip is cut short as she tends to pressing matters for her mother and Ryan, fueling frustrations with her role as dual-caregiver.

   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell

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   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell
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   7.7/10(310 votes)

   #4 - Chapter Six: Straight Potential

   S1:E64/12/2019

   While Ryan attends a dudes' poker night, Karen lets loose with Phil at home, basking in her affection for him -- and for grilled cheese.

   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell

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   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell
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   7.6/10(364 votes)

   #5 - Chapter Two: The Deep End

   S1:E24/12/2019

   Kim encourages a daunted Ryan to be more comfortable with his body at Olivia's pool party, where they both make some surprising new friends.

   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell

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   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell
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   7.6/10(323 votes)

   #6 - Chapter Four: Housechilling Party

   S1:E44/12/2019

   Ryan's underwhelming attempt at a housewarming party leads to a bonding session with Kim. Karen's nest doesn't stay empty for long.

   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell

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   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell
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   7.4/10(395 votes)

   #7 - Chapter One: Cerebral LOLzy

   S1:E14/12/2019

   In the wake of being hit by a car, Ryan begins a coveted internship and finds an opportunity to redefine himself based on his recent run-in.

   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell

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   Writer:Ryan O'Connell
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   7.4/10(305 votes)

   #8 - Chapter Seven: Blind Deaf Date

   S1:E74/12/2019

   An unconventional blind date leads Ryan to examine his own biases and insecurities. Friction develops in Karen and Phil's burgeoning romance.

   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell

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   Director:Anna Dokoza

   Writer:Ryan O'Connell