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Russian Dolls

Reality series following the fast-paced comings and goings of eight larger-than-life men and women who live fully, love passionately and work hard as only they can in Brooklyn's historic Russian-American neighborhood, Brighton Beach.

Season 1 Episode Guide

12 Episodes 2011

Episode 1

Mama Dearest

Thu, Aug 11, 2011 21 mins

Marina's mother-in-law enters the Your Highness Grandmother Pageant and threatens to embarrass the entire family. Meanwhile Diana struggles to tell her mother that she is dating a "Spanish.

Episode 2

From Ukraine with Love

Thu, Aug 18, 2011 21 mins

Anna puts together her first fashion show and alienates her friends in the process.

Episode 3

Tough Russian Love

Thu, Aug 25, 2011 21 mins

Anastasia clashes with her mom over a new life direction. Renata and Boris rehearse to perform at a new restaurant opening.

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Episode 4

Ruski Business

Thu, Sep 1, 2011 21 mins

Marina hosts Sveta's Jewelry Show at Rasputin with disastrous results. Anastasia debates giving her ex-boyfriend Vlad another chance.

Episode 5

Calendar Girls

Thu, Sep 8, 2011 20 mins

Diana and Anastasia enter the Brighton Beach Calendar Girl contest. Renata deals with insecurities about her varicose veins.

Episode 6

New Year, Old Grievances

Thu, Sep 15, 2011 21 mins

A tarot reading ignites conflict between Diana, Anastasia, and Anna leading to a blow out at Russian New Years. Marina is forced to deal with Russian girls fighting in her home and in her restaurant.

Episode 7

Cold Wars

Thu, Sep 22, 2011 21 mins

Diana goes against her parents wishes and has lip liner tattooed onto her mouth. Meanwhile Marina refuses to go to the cemetery with Michael and Eva.

Episode 8

It Takes DVA to Tango

Fri, Oct 7, 2011 21 mins

Anna cheats on her new boyfriend Anthony with an old flame. Renata begs Boris to join her for tango lessons.

Episode 9

Single Russian Female

Fri, Oct 7, 2011 21 mins

Diana begins dating her perfect match. Eva troubles the family by dating a much younger man.

Episode 10

Eastern Promises

Fri, Oct 7, 2011 21 mins

Anna helps Eddie get into the modeling business. Michael pressures Marina about having another child.

Episode 11

Perestroika

Fri, Oct 7, 2011 21 mins

The feud between Marina and Sveta escalates at Renata's play. A party at Diana and Anastasia's reveals romantic secrets.

Episode 12

Russian Dolls

Fri, Oct 7, 2011 20 mins

Brighton Beach celebrates International Women's Day. Eddie and Albert come to blows over Anna's affection.

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