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Season 1 – Alpha House

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When their house mate is hauled off to prison, three Republican senators sharing a row house in Washington, D.C., find themselves in need of a new boarder. Enter Florida freshman Andy Guzman, who joins the guys as they battle primary challenges, party filibusters and the possibility of a junket to Afghanistan. Gil John Biggs suddenly finds himself facing a real opponent in a primary, which means he may actually have to do something -- like go to Kabul, where a group of soldiers from his North Carolina district has just been deployed. Louis Laffer is facing a challenge of his own, but his opponent is questioning Louis' manhood while playing up his own rugged outdoorsman persona in Nevada. Robert Bettancourt, the gentleman from Pennsylvania, suddenly finds he's about to be indicted. Meanwhile Andy brings a gorgeous "contributor" to check out his new bedroom. This Amazon original is the brainchild of Doonesbury cartoonist Garry Trudeau, who also executive produces.
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Alpha House — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

A hodgepodge of subtle humor, indifferent characters and an unfocused comedy style, Alpha House contains realistic themes and concrete performances that wrangle sporadic chuckles.

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Brad Newsome Sydney Morning Herald 05/17/2019
There are chuckles to be had -- some grim, some quite light -- as John Goodman plays a Republican senator in the new satire from Doonesbury creator Garry Trudeau. Go to Full Review Bradford Evans New York Magazine/Vulture 05/17/2019
The laughs are sometimes too few and far between. Still, there's a specificity here that's impressive as Garry Trudeau is deeply familiar with the minutiae of the American political landscape and it shows. Go to Full Review Verne Gay Newsday 05/17/2019
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Alpha House is profane, bitter, hard-edge and often funny. The opening Murray bit is flawless, while Goodman is Goodman throughout -- exactly how you'd want him to be. Go to Full Review Tom Gliatto People Magazine 05/17/2019
John Goodman, in fine form, is a rumpled, shuffling, barely awake senator. Go to Full Review Jean Bentley Mashable 05/17/2019
It's amusing, visually appealing and has a great cast. The quality is there, though it might not be groundbreaking enough to make you cancel your Netflix subscription. Go to Full Review David Freedlander The Daily Beast 05/17/2019
In an era of episodic, thoughtful television... Alpha House feels like you programmed the VCR to tape so you can watch it after the kids have gone to bed. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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12/13/2019 Ken Jacowitz was in the pilot for this series, so as a person of moral conscience, I must give it 1/2. See more 06/24/2019 Humorous view of DC politics See more 01/22/2016 It isn't West Wing, but it's a lot funnier and more savvy than the critics have given it credit for. If you like political humor, give Alpha House a try. See more 03/13/2015 Way too inconsistent in both plot and comedic effect, the show only rises on the legs of John Goodman's inherent likability. See more rini h @Rini6 12/06/2013 My husband and I both crack up over this. If you are at all into any sort of politics or interested in human foibles, Washington D.C. or that particular species of human... "Republican" you should watch. If you like John Goodman... ditto. Watch for Bill Murray's cameo in the opening scene of the pilot... hilarious :-) See more 11/16/2013 Nothing ruins the suspension of disbelief like political dialog that was too-obviously written by those who disagree with it. I likely share the writers' politics, but this show would be much funnier if it took some rhetorical cues from it's dramatic Netflix analog, House of Cards. See more Read all reviews
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Garry Trudeau

Creator

John Goodman

Gil John Biggs

Clark Johnson

Robert Bettencourt

Matt Malloy

Louis Laffer Jr.

Mark Consuelos

Andy Guzman

Yara Martinez

Adriana de Portago

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 19, 2013 Pilot Re-election battles, looming indictments, parties, their Party ... these senators need a drink. And a new housemate. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 15, 2013 No Shame The senators adjust to their new roommate and his girlfriend; preparations for the Congressional delegation to Afghanistan continue. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 15, 2013 All Weapons Red As the re-election battles heat up the four senators travel to Afghanistan as part of a Congressional delegation. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 22, 2013 Triggers After a surprise explosion in Afghanistan leaves Louis recovering from an injury, Adriana makes controversial private arrangements for the group to return home. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 29, 2013 Hippo Issues Gil John's wife prepares him for his debate; Louis recovers in the hospital; Senator Armiston leads an ethics investigation. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 6, 2013 Zingers Louis continues to gain constituent support as Shelby chronicles his recovery; Gil John faces Digger Mancussi in a town hall where he struggles to keep up with his polished and well-liked opponent. Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 13, 2013 Prayer Brunch To celebrate Louis' homecoming from the hospital, Rosalyn organizes a prayer brunch; the senators and their colleagues across the aisle find it difficult to set aside their differences; Aaron and Tammy's relationship continues to grow. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 20, 2013 Ruby Shoals While on the campaign trail through North Carolina, Gil John blows off a meeting with the governor; Robert's pro-fracking visit to a constituent's home in Pennsylvania does not go as planned. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 27, 2013 The Rebuttal Robert proves to the ethics committee that he would never take a mohair suit while Andy prepares to deliver a rebuttal after the State of the Union; James mistakenly tweets a photo intended for Lola from the wrong account. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 3, 2014 Showgirls Louis helps the showgirls organize; a video of Glen hitting a soldier with a chair in Afghanistan goes viral; Andy's Vanity Fair cover shoot takes an unexpected turn. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 10, 2014 In the Saddle When a senator dies unexpectedly, Gil John is asked to organize the funeral arrangements; Louis wins the Nevada primary; Robert takes part in a Pennsylvania debate. Details

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Alpha House — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Adam Bernstein, Michael Mayer, Bob Balaban, Jake Schreier, Clark Johnson, Jann Turner, Andrew McCarthy
Creator
Garry Trudeau
Executive Producer
Garry Trudeau, Jonathan Alter, Elliot Webb
Screenwriter
Garry Trudeau
Network
Prime Video
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 19, 2013