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Season 1 – Bob Hearts Abishola

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Bob, a middle-aged compression sock businessman from Detroit, unexpectedly falls for his cardiac nurse while recovering from a heart attack and sets his sights on winning her over. Undaunted by Abishola's lack of initial interest or the vast differences in their backgrounds -- she's originally from Nigeria -- Bob is determined to win Abishola's heart in this comedic examination of immigrant life in America. From award-winning creator, executive producer and writer Chuck Lorre.
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Critics Consensus

Groundbreaking, but unfortunately grating, Bob (Hearts) Abishola undermines its own progressive premise with underwhelming humor that relies too heavily on outdated stereotypes.

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Kelly Lawler USA Today Oct 8, 2019
3/4
Although the jokes are broad and the studio audience laughter as loud and long as any other Lorre show, there's something quiet, simple and satisfying about "Abishola" that makes it stand out among the producer's canon Go to Full Review Caroline Framke Variety Sep 24, 2019
The show probably can't keep them from a relationship for too long without stretching its premise too thin, but for now, their dynamic is a refreshingly unique one for a broadcast network sitcom. Go to Full Review Mike Hale New York Times Sep 23, 2019
Olowofoyeku and Gardell work diligently, but they're not given much to play besides good intentions. Go to Full Review Bill Brioux Brioux.tv Oct 28, 2022
For a series about a sock king, the premise doesn’t have legs. Go to Full Review Kristi Turnquist Oregonian Nov 7, 2019
The show is well-intentioned, but so far walks an unsteady line between the canned-laughter sound of a run-of-the-mill sitcom, and an attempt at something more ambitious. Go to Full Review John Griffiths AARP Movies for Grownups Sep 27, 2019
If you got chuckles and awws out of Mike & Molly, cuddle up with this twist on that 2010-2016 hit. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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cnco W @RT94201745 Sep 15, 2026 It's a warm, funny, not a lot of conflict series. It's the type of show you can watch while having a meal or smt. See more Tiffani A @Gizmo777 Dec 7, 2025 It would be bad … which is an upgrade from where it sits .. if it wasn’t so PAINFULLY obvious what the angle is here. No stars boo .. I hate it can’t get through the "previously on" with out rolling my eyes and changing the station See more Greta G @ArizonaGirl Nov 1, 2025 Horrible show. Could barely get through one episode. Tried another. Just as bad. It’s Mike and Molly with a slimmed down Mike and a Nigerian Molly. The leads have absolutely no chemistry. It isn’t funny or interesting. Surprised it lasted beyond one season. See more Rich L @RT46776424 Feb 16, 2025 Not very funny old stereotype show..... Bring back along wit Archie Bunker. Terrible show... A waste of time See more Mason K @RT52552942 Jul 20, 2023 This show is fantastic and one of the best pieces of media I've seen in a long time. It has an extremely accurate depiction of Nigerian culture, as well as a hilarious and heartwarming relationship, especially bringing Bob and his family Into it . The show is truly spectacular, emphasizing the differences while also finding the similarities to build a very strong society and relationship. The show encapsulates melting pot, ideologies and bringing everyone together. Those that gave this a terrible review are nothing more than woke extremist that are upset, because the show is genuine and heartfelt and not about politics. I strongly encourage everyone to give the show a try as it is inspirational to what modern media could look like. The show works very hard to bring people together and that is what our focus should be. See more Jan V @RT50475020 Oct 25, 2022 First few episodes didn't do it for me: Racist jokes, fat shaming, bad stereotypes, doxing... Could not see how a show like that was OK. However half way the first season I got hooked. It's a good show that needed to find it's pace. See more Read all reviews
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Beth McCarthy-Miller

Director

Billy Gardell

Bob

Folake Olowofoyeku

Abishola

Christine Ebersole

Dottie

Matt L. Jones

Douglas

Maribeth Monroe

Christina

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 23, 2019 Pilot Bob, a middle-aged compression-sock salesman, unexpectedly falls for his cardiac nurse, Abishola, a Nigerian immigrant, while recovering from a heart attack and sets his sights on winning her over. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 30, 2019 Nigerians Don't Do Useless Things While Bob waits for Abishola to make the next move, her Auntie Olu and Uncle Tunde make it hard for her by stalking him. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 7, 2019 A Bird May Love a Fish Bob attempts to learn more about Nigerian customs; Abishola has to contend with gossip spreading about her relationship with Bob. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 14, 2019 Square Hamburger, Round Buns After Abishola calls off things with Bob, her Auntie Olu sets her up with a Nigerian pharmacist; Bob tries online dating. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 21, 2019 Whacking the Mole After Abishola has a romantic dream about Bob, she tries to suppress her feelings for him and pays the price. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 28, 2019 Ralph Lauren and Fish Bob and Abishola finally go on a proper date, which is interrupted by Dottie's medical emergency. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 4, 2019 Tough Like a Laundromat Washing Machine Bob hires Abishola to take care of Dottie in his home while she recovers; Dottie has a hard time dealing with her limitations and takes it out on Abishola. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 18, 2019 Useless Potheads With Abishola only helping part-time, Bob, Douglas and Christina struggle to take care of Dottie. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 25, 2019 We Were Beggars, Now We Are Choosers After Abishola gives her previous suitor a second chance, Uncle Tunde goes behind Auntie Olu's back to warn Bob about the other man who's courting his niece. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 9, 2019 Ice Cream for Breakfast Bob must gain the confidence to fight for Abishola when she goes on another date with Chukwuemeka; Uncle Tunde finds an unlikely friend in Dottie in the aftermath of his fight with Auntie Olu. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 16, 2019 Splitting the Hairs Bob, Douglas and Christina try to get Dottie to make a will; Abishola and Kemi's friendship is tested after Abishola catches Kemi in a lie. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 6, 2020 There's My Nigerians While Bob and Abishola struggle to pull Dottie out of her depression, Auntie Olu and Uncle Tunde come over to lift her spirits. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 20, 2020 The Canadians of Africa Abishola doesn't appreciate it when Bob gives her unsolicited parenting advice about her "unhappy son." Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 3, 2020 Full-Frontal Dottie Excited by her physical therapy progress, Dottie insists she is ready to return to MaxDot, much to Bob, Douglas and Christina's dismay. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 10, 2020 Black Ice On Valentine's Day, when it comes to showing affection, Bob and Abishola have to find a way to meet each other in the middle. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 17, 2020 Where's Your Other Wives, Tunde? Dottie, Auntie Olu and Uncle Tunde must find a way to reconcile when they're forced to eat dinner together; Bob and Abishola have differing opinions on the progress of their relationship. Details Episode 17 Aired Mar 9, 2020 A Big, White Thumb Abishola invites Bob to an intimate part of her life -- church; Kemi fights with Ogechi to be Chukwuemeka's favorite. Details Episode 18 Aired Mar 16, 2020 Sock Wife! Bob's past and present collide when his ex-wife is admitted to Abishola's hospital; Christina recruits Kofo for a project to rename the sock colors. Details Episode 19 Aired Apr 6, 2020 Angry, Happy, Same Face Abishola must draw the line when Bob's ex-wife tries to maneuver her way back into Bob's life; Goodwin is concerned when Christina sets her romantic sights on Kofo. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 13, 2020 Randy's a Wrangler Dottie makes an unexpected connection when she meets a fellow stroke survivor at physical therapy; Bob and Douglas try to keep tabs on Christina while she's away at an emotional wellness spa. Details

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Season Info

Director
Beth McCarthy-Miller
Executive Producer
Chuck Lorre, Eddie Gorodetsky, Alan J. Higgins, Beth McCarthy-Miller
Screenwriter
Chuck Lorre, David Goetsch, Matt Ross, Eddie Gorodetsky, Alan J. Higgins, Carla Filisha, Ibet Inyang, Gina Yashere, Gloria Bigelow, Marla DuMont
Network
CBS
Rating
TV-PG (D|L)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 23, 2019
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