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The Carmichael Show Season 1 Episodes
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2015 - 2015
In Season 1 of "The Carmichael Show," Jerrod (Jerrod Carmichael) struggles to tell his parents he has moved in with Maxine (Amber Stevens West), his therapist-in-training girlfriend. Meanwhile, Cynthia (Loretta Devine) and Joe (David Alan Grier) refuse to change their ways despite a worrying trip to the hospital; and Maxine confronts Joe when she discovers he gave Jerrod a gun. Elsewhere, Jerrod's birthday is put on hold as Cynthia and Maxine join a Black Lives Matter protest. And when Jerrod volunteers for the Big Brother program, he finds himself unsettled by the words of his ward.
Episode 1
Pilot
Wed, Aug 26, 2015 30 mins
Jerrod moves in with his girlfriend, yet he's reluctant to tell his opinionated parents about the new living arrangement, in the series premiere of this sitcom, which charts comic Jerrod Carmichael's relationships with his family and his girlfriend.
Episode 2
Protest
Wed, Aug 26, 2015 30 mins
A protest breaks out in the community, causing divisions in the family over social activism and complicating Jerrod's birthday celebration.
Episode 3
Kale
Wed, Sep 2, 2015 30 mins
Jerrod encourages his parents to lead healthier lifestyles, but his efforts backfire and cause a family debate about health, aging and death.
Episode 4
Gender
Wed, Sep 2, 2015 30 mins
Jerrod mentors a teen, who reveals a secret about his sexuality, leading to a family discussion about gender roles. Meanwhile, Bobby is served with divorce papers.
Episode 5
Guns
Wed, Sep 9, 2015 30 mins
Maxine finds a gun that belongs to Jerrod, triggering a family debate about gun control and power dynamics in relationships.
Episode 6
Prayer
Wed, Sep 9, 2015 30 mins
The family's reverend is hit by a car, igniting passionate family discourse about religion and spirituality. In addition, Jerrod and Maxine must face deeper aspects of their relationship. The Season 1 finale.
