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Explore a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old.

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Season 1

10 episodes

S1 E1 · There Is No Line

An entitled young writer and a waning comedy legend must put aside their differences to save their careers.

S1 E2 · Primm

Deborah tests Ava's limits.

S1 E3 · A Gig's A Gig

Ava gains insight into Deborah's past.

S1 E4 · D'Jewelry

At DJ's jewelry expo, Ava comes to better understand Deborah and DJ's complicated mother-daughter relationship. Deborah receives an unexpected piece of ammunition against Marty.

S1 E5 · Falling

Deborah blackmails Marty. Ava has a wild night to remember in Vegas that puts everything in perspective.

S1 E6 · New Eyes

While Deborah recovers from surgery, she and Ava have a unique bonding experience when Deborah dispels a major misperception about her past.

S1 E7 · Tunnel of Love

DJ's birthday party becomes a surprise dual function. Meanwhile, Deborah and Marty reconnect.

S1 E8 · 1.69 Million

With a little encouragement from Ava, Deborah’s unpolished set sparks a career-defining moment.

S1 E9 · Interview

Ava tries to keep a secret from Deborah, but someone in Deborah’s inner-circle leverages the truth. Meanwhile, Deborah stares down the barrel of her first radically honest show.

S1 E10 · I Think She Will

For her final performance at the Palmetto, Deborah must decide between playing it safe and putting her entire career on the line. Meanwhile, Ava deals with a family crisis.

Season 2

8 episodes

The dark mentorship between legendary Las Vegas comedian Deborah Vance and her young, entitled writer Ava continues to evolve as the two travel across the country workshopping Deborah’s new stand-up act.

S2 E1 · There Will Be Blood

Deborah eagerly anticipates trying out her new material on the road, while Ava dreads the fallout of an explosive email.

S2 E2 · Quid Pro Quo

Deborah embraces tour life. Ava grapples with the value of honesty. Jimmy learns the harsh realities of Hollywood dealmaking.

S2 E3 · Trust the Process

Deborah continues to workshop her material on the road, as Ava adapts to a new lifestyle. Marcus is overwhelmed by life without Wilson.

S2 E4 · The Captain's Wife

While Deb struggles to connect with her audience on a cruise, Ava finds herself an unexpected hit.

S2 E5 · Retired

An impromptu detour finds Deborah reckoning with long-held guilt while reconnecting with a former comedian friend.

S2 E6 · The Click

A girls’ night out finds Ava attempting to connect with her mother – and Deborah embracing some unexpected company.

S2 E7 · On the Market

Deborah and her team head to LA to pitch her new set as a comedy special.

S2 E8 · The One, The Only

Deborah prepares to take the stage for her taping as Ava deals with a new opportunity.

Season 3

9 episodes

A year after parting, Deborah Vance is riding high off the success of her standup special while Ava pursues new opportunities back in Los Angeles.

S3 E1 · Just for Laughs

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S3 E2 · Better Late

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S3 E3 · The Roast of Deborah Vance

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S3 E4 · Join the Club

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S3 E5 · Episode 5

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S3 E6 · Episode 6

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S3 E7 · Episode 7

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S3 E8 · Episode 8

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