Storyline

This 1970s period dramedy inspired by the real life Kyle Richards and set amid the sexual revolution and the rise of second-wave feminism follows Bonnie, an unconventional mother struggling to raise her two daughters after leaving her husband. With the help of her two best friends, Kathleen and Diana, these three women will each discover their own brand of independence in a world reluctant to give it.

First Aired

2018-06-07
Last Aired

2018-08-23
Creator

John Riggi
Genre

Comedy, Drama
Seasons

1
Episodes

11
Status

Canceled
Language

English
Network

Paramount Network

Keywords:

1970s feminism sexual revolution single mother period drama

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Season 1

1. Liberation

Bonnie’s life is changed forever when she discovers her husband Steve is having an affair. With the he...More

Bonnie’s life is changed forever when she discovers her husband Steve is having an affair. With the help of her best friends Diana and Kathleen, Bonnie figures out how to make it on her own.Less

22mins 2018-06-07

2. Changes & The New Normal

Suddenly responsible for her own finances for the first time, Bonnie enlists the help of Diana and Kat...More

Suddenly responsible for her own finances for the first time, Bonnie enlists the help of Diana and Kathleen in her search for stability. Kathleen & Greg start a new business venture and work through personal issues. Diana chases a promotion.Less

22mins 2018-06-14

3. The Party

Desperate to connect with her role model Lori, Kathleen drags Bonnie and Diana to a party in the hills...More

Desperate to connect with her role model Lori, Kathleen drags Bonnie and Diana to a party in the hills, but when Diana tries to cut loose, things get out of hand. Meanwhile, Bonnie finds herself in an exciting new position.Less

22mins 2018-06-21

4. The Cost of Living

Jessica’s big break comes as Bonnie struggles with her new routine as a single mother. Diana gets set ...More

Jessica’s big break comes as Bonnie struggles with her new routine as a single mother. Diana gets set up on a date. Kathleen & Greg work through their issues.Less

22mins 2018-06-28

5. Adam

While her relationship with Adam moves full-speed ahead, Bonnie's connection with her daughters is fal...More

While her relationship with Adam moves full-speed ahead, Bonnie's connection with her daughters is faltering; Kathleen emphasizes the importance of self-love; Diana and Alan have a big night out.Less

22mins 2018-07-12

6. The Heat Wave

Bonnie invites her coworker Louise to join her and her friends at her pool; Diana asks for a promotion...More

Bonnie invites her coworker Louise to join her and her friends at her pool; Diana asks for a promotion at work, while she struggles to get along with her overbearing mother.Less

22mins 2018-07-19

7. The Agreement

A mysterious man from Greg's past puts a strain on Kathleen and Greg's relationship; two visitors disr...More

A mysterious man from Greg's past puts a strain on Kathleen and Greg's relationship; two visitors disrupt Jessica's birthday party; Diana embraces her sexuality.Less

22mins 2018-07-26

8. Jack

Kathleen grapples with some new information she's learned about Greg. Bonnie has a health scare. Diana...More

Kathleen grapples with some new information she's learned about Greg. Bonnie has a health scare. Diana gets some disappointing news at work.Less

22mins 2018-08-02

9. The Breakthrough

After attending an EST meeting, Kathleen discovers some answers to the problems in her life. Bonnie ch...More

After attending an EST meeting, Kathleen discovers some answers to the problems in her life. Bonnie chooses a wild adventure with Adam over an important work assignment. Diana makes a new friend.Less

22mins 2018-08-09

10. Obstacles and Assets

After a mistake at work, Bonnie deals with the repercussions. Kathleen has a major win at her casting ...More

After a mistake at work, Bonnie deals with the repercussions. Kathleen has a major win at her casting office and feels reinvigorated by her burgeoning career. Diana makes a connection with her boss.Less