Lessons in Chemistry
In the 1950s, Elizabeth Zott’s dream of being a scientist is challenged by a society that says women belong in the domestic sphere. She accepts a job on a TV cooking show and sets out to teach a nation of overlooked housewives way more than recipes.
- Metascore68
- 2023-2023
- 1 season
- Apple TV+
- Drama
- TV-MA
In the 1950s, Elizabeth Zott’s dream of being a scientist is challenged by a society that says women belong in the domestic sphere. She accepts a job on a TV cooking show and sets out to teach a nation of overlooked housewives way more than recipes.
Season 1 Episode Guide
8 Episodes 2023
Episode 1
Little Miss Hastings
Fri, Oct 13, 2023 46 mins
Elizabeth, a brilliant but frustrated lab technician in the 1950s, is punished after she's caught conducting her own research after hours.
Episode 2
Her and Him
Fri, Oct 13, 2023 50 mins
In pursuit of a prestigious grant, Elizabeth and Calvin join forces in the lab. Their partnership yields unexpected results.
Episode 3
Living Dead Things
Fri, Oct 20, 2023 47 mins
A surprising discovery leaves Elizabeth feeling isolated and alone, but she finds comfort in her new friendship with Harriet.
Episode 4
Primitive Instinct
Fri, Oct 27, 2023 48 mins
Struggling with the hardships of motherhood, Elizabeth finds herself in a new direction when given an opportunity.
Episode 5
CH3COOH
Fri, Nov 3, 2023 43 mins
Elizabeth butts heads with her new boss as she works to make Supper at Six her own. Mad meets a new friend while working on her family tree.
Episode 6
Poirot
Fri, Nov 10, 2023 42 mins
Flashbacks reveal that Elizabeth's father was a preacher who faked miracles; his abuse and homophobia eventually drove her gay brother John to suicide. Mad continues looking for information on Calvin. Elizabeth invites Fran to a taping and hires her as chief of staff. Inspired by the burgeoning civil rights movement, Harriet organizes a protest along the freeway. Elizabeth initially caves to Phil's attempts at product placement after he leverages the pay of her crew, but after a talk with Harriet, Elizabeth invites her audience to the protest and pays the crew over the course of the suspension out of her own pocket. At the protest, the police brutalize protesters and arrest Harriet. Elizabeth finally discusses John and Calvin with Mad.
Episode 7
Book of Calvin
Fri, Nov 17, 2023 45 mins
The chapters of Calvin's life shed light on the mysteries of his past.
Episode 8
Introduction to Chemistry
Wed, Nov 22, 2023 41 mins
With the fate of Supper at Six uncertain, Elizabeth makes a decision about her future. Harriet prepares for the city council vote.
