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Pilot

Episode 1
Wednesday, August 23, 2023 (ABC)
441,000 viewers (13th)
Written by Matt Okine
Directed by Neil Sharma

When Maggie sets fire to the kitchen, her recently-single son, Arthur, moves back into the family home where eccentric Maggie calls all the shots.

Starring: Denise Scott as Maggie, Matt Okine as Arthur

With: Angela Nica Sullen as Robbie, Catherine Văn-Davies as Maya, Andrea Demetriades as Dee, Virginia Gay as Liz, Krew Boylan as Simone, Joseph Althouse as Lolo, Blaiyze Barksdale as Keelan, Zara Tate as Melody, Maureen Shepherd as Aged Care Resident

Donation

Episode 2
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
344,000 viewers (14th)
Written by Sarah L. Walker
Directed by Neil Sharma

Maggie tries to inspire a visit from her grandchildren. Arthur practices for an online game tournament with a troublesome young teammate. Robbie seeks a sperm donation from Arthur for her friends, Priya and Jasmine.

With: Angela Nica Sullen as Robbie, Catherine Văn-Davies as Maya, Andrea Demetriades as Dee, Virginia Gay as Liz, Andrew McFarlane as Mr Worstin, Maria Thattil as Priya, Veronica Milsom as Jasmin, Emma Jones as Mrs Trodgson, Blaiyze Barksdale as Keelan, Zara Tate as Melody, Ezekiel Miko as Tao, Anja Oborn as Sweet Child

Tracking Maggie

Episode 3
Wednesday, September 06, 2023
304,000 viewers (17th)
Written by Matt Okine & Tristram Baumber
Directed by Neil Sharma

Maggie keeps going missing, so Arthur and Robbie get creative in their attempts to keep track of her while Arthur goes on a date.

With: Angela Nica Sullen as Robbie, Catherine Văn-Davies as Maya, Ferdinand Hoang as Tony, Jenna Owen as Rose, Lex Marinos as Kenneth

The Lodger

Episode 4
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
282,000 viewers (17th)
Written by Matt Okine
Directed by Neil Sharma

Arthur battles with his identity when Maggie takes in a Ghanaian lodger at her house. Maggie and her new 'son' decide to run a Ghanaian food stall at the local markets. Arthur helps Dee pack for her move to Canberra.

With: Angela Nica Sullen as Robbie, Catherine Văn-Davies as Maya, Andrea Demetriades as Dee [uncredited], Ferdinand Hoang as Tony, Justin Amankwah as Ernest, Tim Spencer as Father Tim, Neil Sharma as Councillor Sharma

Bodies

Episode 5
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
265,000 viewers (17th)
Written by Sarah L. Walker
Directed by Kriv Stenders

Arthur and Maggie both engage in sexual misadventures with disastrous results. Maggie is horrified to learn that Leo's restaurant has been leased. Robbie tries to convince Maggie to sign over her Power of Attorney.

With: Angela Nica Sullen as Robbie, Catherine Văn-Davies as Maya, Ferdinand Hoang as Tony, Contessa Treffone as Blodwyn, Blaiyze Barksdale as Keelan, Zara Tate as Melody

Test

Episode 6
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
258,000 viewers (17th)
Written by Sarah L. Walker
Directed by Kriv Stenders

Maggie and Arthur aren't speaking to each other after Arthur finds out Maggie's plans to take her health into her own hands.

With: Angela Nica Sullen as Robbie, Catherine Văn-Davies as Maya, Tiriel Mora as Dr Wilkins, Camille Gerrard as Margaux, Rob Hodgson as Angry Cyclist

Roadtrip

Episode 7
Wednesday, October 04, 2023
Written by Matt Okine & Tristam Baumber
Directed by Kriv Stenders

Arthur is determined not to take Maggie to Canberra with him to visit his ex, Dee, but Maggie has other plans. Maggie fears she is becoming 'invisible'. Arthur comes to terms with the nature of his relationship with Dee.

With: Angela Nica Sullen as Robbie, Catherine Văn-Davies as Maya, Andrea Demetriades as Dee, Alistair Bates as Panel Beater, Kriv Stenders as Officer Stenders, Matlida Price as Claudia, Caity O'Meara as Elouise, Margaret Rowe as Older Woman Marcher, Gary McGuire as Marcher, Tommy Ropati as Wagon Officer #1, Nadim Accari as Wagon Officer #2

Bad Influence

Episode 8
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Written by Tristam Baumber & Matt Okine
Directed by Kriv Stenders

Arthur is concerned that Maggie's friend Heather may be a bad influence. Robbie's marriage faces a crisis after Arthur unwittingly gets involved. Maggie and Heather cause chaos at Tony and Maya's new restaurant.

With: Angela Nica Sullen as Robbie, Catherine Văn-Davies as Maya, Virginia Gay as Liz, Ferdinand Hoang as Tony, Jean Kitson as Heather, Concetta Caristo as Yaunch Boss #1, Bryce Mills as Yaunch Boss #2, Allan Lim as Chong