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Season 1 – 9JKL

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Newly divorced Josh is an actor between projects who moves home to New York to regroup -- and into an apartment sandwiched between his parents and his brother's family. As he gets back on his feet, he's faced with his most challenging role yet: being a good son and brother while keeping his relatives at bay. As they literally come at him from both sides, he realizes he desperately needs to establish some ground rules, because his loving family is always going to be there for him. "9JKL" is based on the real-life experiences of executive producer and star Mark Feuerstein.
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9JKL — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Irritatingly uninspired, 9jkl leaves its talented cast out in the cold.

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Margaret Lyons New York Times Oct 12, 2017
Everyone is far too involved in each other's business, because that's how sitcoms work, but the show's screechy self-loathing makes that seem damning and toxic rather than just antic and fun. Go to Full Review Lorraine Ali Los Angeles Times Oct 5, 2017
The pilot promises a competent if familiar sitcom comedy that's more comfortable than daring - and that's OK. Go to Full Review Maureen Ryan Variety Oct 2, 2017
Just about every plot turn on 9JKL can be seen coming, and the parents are so gratingly oblivious and interfering that it's hard to get invested in the plight of Josh, or any other character. Go to Full Review Alberto Carlos Espinof Aug 8, 2019
Perhaps the best of '9JKL' is its cast. And yet their performances are exaggerated and exempt from any hint of subtlety. [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Rob Owen Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Oct 25, 2017
The show's one-joke premise - parents can be such buttinskis! - wears thin fast despite the likability of Ms. Lavin and Mr. Gould. Go to Full Review Kevin Fallon The Daily Beast Oct 25, 2017
9JKL is the kind of show that could have existed in the '90s, early '00s, or today, and still been panned no matter when it debuted. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Stephen C @bob25009 Jul 13, 2025 16 funny episodes!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated TV-PG for Some Suggestive Dialogue (D)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more Aug 27, 2018 What a shame. I can't remember when a show made me laugh hysterically. I howled! Through /every episode. I was stunned when it was cancelled. Fortunately, after a few episodes, I stopped deleting them from my DVR. I seriously regret that I didn't save the first 4. What is wrong with people that they didn't like it? The writing was as clever as the delivery by a very talented cast. So sorry for the cast and crew who certainly deserved better. Guess funny isn't good enough anymore. I'm still shaking my head is disbelief. What can you expect from a bunch of folks who think sitting on an island eating bugs is entertainment? Sadly, quality doesn't count for much anymore. Critics aren't in touch with reality either. See more Mar 8, 2018 So far, this is my favourite show, it is they continue the show,,, I can't wait for the new episodes... See more Feb 27, 2018 Love the show very funny! See more Feb 26, 2018 CUTE SHOW WOULD LIKE TOO SEE MORE See more Feb 19, 2018 My favorite sitcom this season. Linda Lavin just knocks me out. See more Read all reviews
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Victor Gonzalez

Director

Jeff Greenstein

Director

Michael J. Shea

Director

Pamela Fryman

Director

Mark Feuerstein

Josh

David Walton

Andrew

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 2, 2017 Pilot A newly divorced, out-of-work actor moves home to New York, where he lives in an apartment between his doting, meddlesome parents and his brother, sister-in-law and their new baby. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 9, 2017 Relationship Guy Josh's mission to have his first successful one-night stand is derailed when his date bonds with his parents the following morning. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 16, 2017 Cool Friend Luke Judy forces Josh to choose between her and his new best friend when she finds out his pal is the upstairs neighbor she claims caused water damage; Andrew asks Nick the doorman to help him assemble Wyatt's new playpen. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 23, 2017 High Steaks Josh begs to join Andrew and Harry's monthly racquetball game; Eve and Judy begrudgingly spend their free evening together. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 30, 2017 The Key to Life Josh is caught in a bind after he refuses to give Judy a new spare key to his apartment; Eve tries to avoid being cropped out of the family holiday card. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 6, 2017 TV MD Harry and Judy shower Andrew with attention after he lands a local TV job as a medical correspondent; Eve is frustrated by the lack of boundaries between her in-laws and Andrew. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 13, 2017 Nanny Wars Eve and Josh vie for the attention of Wyatt's new nanny until Josh realizes she is better with babies than adults; Harry and Judy get a new TV and remember why they prefer to watch television in separate rooms. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 20, 2017 Make Thanksgiving Great Again Nick mistakenly brings home the wrong woman from the nursing home when Josh sends him to pick up Nana Roberts; Judy begins to realize her own critical tendencies; Andrew prepares for a sexy calendar photoshoot. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 27, 2017 Lovers Getaway After Harry gets sick, Josh goes with Judy on a pre-planned anniversary spa getaway where everyone thinks the two are a couple; Josh alternates between "dates" with his mother and a woman he meets at the spa. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 4, 2017 The Family Plot After learning that Josh and Eve don't want their gifted burial plots, Harry and Judy try to find a compatible couple to spend eternity with; Josh hooks up with Nick's sister. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 11, 2017 Set Visit Josh is horrified when the director of his new film hires his parents as background actors in his most important scene; Nick tries to teach Andrew how to dance. Details Episode 12 Aired Dec 18, 2017 It Happened One Night Josh and Nick coach their friend Luke on how to amicably break up with his girlfriend; Judy and Harry invite their rivals over to play bridge; Andrew and Eve celebrate their anniversary with their own gift-giving tradition. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 15, 2018 Heavy Meddling After Josh hits it off with Lauren, they realize their meeting is linked to their mothers' meddling; Eve and Andrew are weary of letting Harry baby-sit Wyatt, so they rope in Nick to baby-sit both of them. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 22, 2018 Fridays With Harry After Harry scales back to a four-day work week, Josh suggests he take acting class on Fridays to avoid spending the day together; Josh is frustrated by Harry's refusal to break character at home; Judy is called back to her doctor for another test. Details Episode 15 Aired Jan 29, 2018 Stalker Status Josh learns that his former stalker has lost interest in him, and he is obsessed with winning her back; Andrew and Eve try to connect intellectually by reading the same book. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 5, 2018 Tell All While digesting the dirty laundry that's aired in Josh's ex-wife's tell-all book about their family, the Roberts are flabbergasted to learn that Josh is considering reconciling with her. Details

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Season Info

Director
Victor Gonzalez, Jeff Greenstein, Michael J. Shea, Pamela Fryman
Executive Producer
Dana Klein, Mark Feuerstein, Pamela Fryman, Aaron Kaplan, Dana Honor, Wendi Trilling
Screenwriter
Lacey Marisa Friedman, Austin Winsberg, Gracie Glassmeyer, Tom Hertz, Dana Klein, Stephanie Furman Darrow, Austen Earl, Jim Reynolds, Stephanie Darrow, Mark Feuerstein
Network
CBS
Rating
TV-PG (D)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 2, 2017
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