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Season 1 – Chasing Life

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Things are looking good for aspiring journalist April. Not only has the 20-something received an opportunity to impress her editor at the Boston newspaper where she works, but she also has a budding romance with attractive co-worker Dominic. Unfortunately that's when a big challenge starts. She is admitted to hospital and learns from her oncologist uncle that she has cancer. Thus begins April's journey to beat the disease while following her dreams for both her personal and professional lives.

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Chasing Life — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Though the show would benefit from a sharper focus on its overall theme, Italia Ricci's believable leading performance makes Chasing Life worth following.

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Neal Justin Minneapolis Star Tribune 06/12/2014
Ricci, an Alyssa Milano look-alike, is engaging and strong-willed, but it will take more than girl power for this to be worth chasing. Go to Full Review Mary McNamara Los Angeles Times 06/12/2014
When it's not being completely ridiculous, Chasing Life is very good. Go to Full Review Matthew Gilbert Boston Globe 06/11/2014
The ABC Family show... holds it all together nicely enough. Go to Full Review Michelle Alexandria Eclipse Magazine 12/09/2014
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Headed up by series star Italia Ricci, Chasing Life does a nice job of walking the fine line between hope and drama while giving every character a reason to be there. It's a journey worth going on. Go to Full Review Emily Ashby Common Sense Media 06/18/2014
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Conversation-starter drama has hopeful message. Go to Full Review Roger Catlin rogercatlin.com 06/12/2014
Ricci is a pleasant enough presence, though she talks more like a 40 something woman. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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02/21/2022 A great show ideal that is greatly diminished by jarringly bad casting . At times a glimpse of the better show that might have been shines through. Of course, sometimes the best actors for some roles lack prerequisites required by today's Hollywood. See more 04/05/2021 I like this show for a few reason. My number one was because it reminded me of what I'm going through. I don't have cancer. However, when I was diagnosed with epilepsy my mom treated me the same way April's mom treated her. So it made me feel like I wasn't alone. Like April, I try to think if I didn't have it. I wouldn't have learned great things. See more 10/05/2019 Fantastic podcasts from life worth Chasing. You won't be disappointed, with lots of great guest speakers See more 06/08/2015 Amazing. The acting by all cast members (with the exception of the little sister) is hilarious, emotional, and simply fantastic. The story line keeps you engaged in every episode, making it one of the better ABC Family shows in a long time. See more 08/05/2014 A heartfelt, inspiring TV series, Chasing life has taught me not to regret my decisions and to live my life to the fullest because I'm not going to be here forever. This show, shows me what "Chasing Life" really means. See more 07/22/2014 I like the show but it is stretched out too long. I think there needs to be resolutions and then new problems. I don't like the fact that Dominic still doesn't know. I feel like its been too much waiting. I also think there are too many tracks that are being followed to slowly and so people aren't absorbing the whole episode but trying to keep track of everything. See more Read all reviews
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Italia Ricci

April Carver

Mary Page Keller

Sara Carver

Aisha Dee

Beth Kingston

Richard Brancatisano

Dominic

Haley Ramm

Brenna Carver

Scott Michael Foster

Leo Hendrie

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jun 10, 2014 Pilot An aspiring journalist working at a Boston newspaper receives life-changing news following a hospital visit. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 17, 2014 Help Wanted April hides the news of her cancer and prospective treatment as she works on a profile piece about a gubernatorial candidate; Sara learns the truth about Brenna's "extracurricular" activities. Details Episode 3 Aired Jun 24, 2014 Blood Cancer Sex Carrots April has second thoughts about her relationship with Dominic after learning of his reputation as the office playboy; April finds a confidant during an assignment; Sara introduces her new boyfriend to the family. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 1, 2014 I'll Sleep When I'm Dead April becomes overwhelmed as she tries to balance home and career responsibilities; Leo has suspicions about April's motives; Brenna forms a surprising bond with a popular girl at school. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 8, 2014 The Family That Lies Together Dominic and April share family secrets following an unnerving visit to a psychic; George gives April an official diagnosis; Sara's worries about April's health lead to a confrontation. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 15, 2014 Clear Minds, Full Lives, Can't Eat! April agrees to some recklessness with Leo after he challenges her to take control of her future; Brenna's uncertain relationship with Kiernan causes tension with Greer. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 22, 2014 Unplanned Parenthood April learns about fertility options prior to starting chemotherapy, and seeks advice from her support group about breaking the news; George tries to help Sara cope. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 29, 2014 Death Becomes Her April blows off work to spend time with members of her support group; a school trip to Miami offers Brenna the opportunity to meet Natalie. Details Episode 9 Aired Aug 5, 2014 What to Expect When You're Expecting Chemo April tries to keep her busy life under control as she prepares to check into the hospital for aggressive chemotherapy; Brenna attempts to balance time with both Kieran and Greer. Details Episode 10 Aired Aug 12, 2014 Finding Chemo April's resolve to battle her situation wanes as her chemotherapy treatments begin to take a toll; Dominic returns to find that April has changed. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 9, 2014 Locks of Love April's grandparents stir up trouble during their visit; the Carvers have an early Christmas celebration; April receives a special makeover from Beth. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 19, 2015 Next April April faces the aftermath of Leo's surgery; a new boss intends to shake things up at the paper; Sara reaches out to Natalie's mother; Brenna eagerly awaits Greer's return to school. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 26, 2015 Guess Who's Coming to Donate Natalie has second thoughts about donating bone marrow for April; April takes on a soft news assignment in an attempt to regain her boss's trust; Beth finds herself in an awkward position with Dominic. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 2, 2015 Cancer Friends With Benefits April tries to make a new start with Leo; Dominic and April spend an awkward evening together covering the same news event; George and Natalie share unexpected news with the Carvers. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 9, 2015 April Just Wants to Have Fun April decides to cut loose at Beth's house party; Brenna teams up with an old friend to take down a common enemy at school; Leo's new job is more challenging than he expected. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 16, 2015 The Big Leagues April must make a tough decision when she breaks a story involving a baseball player; Leo grows uncomfortable living in the shadow of his wealthy family; Brenna is intrigued by Greer's change in behavior. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 23, 2015 Model Behavior April is forced to defend herself when her controversial article becomes national news; Beth recruits Brenna and Greer for a fashion show; Sara suspects that Emma is hiding something. Details Episode 18 Aired Mar 2, 2015 Rest in Peace April fears the worst following a recurrence of her cancer symptoms; Brenna feels pressured by Sara's expectations regarding her academic future; Beth's busy work schedule impacts her personal life. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 9, 2015 Life, Actually Tension arises when Beth and April discuss the shortcomings of each other's boyfriends; Dominic and Natalie share a sentimental connection; Sara learns shocking information about her latest fling. Details Episode 20 Aired Mar 16, 2015 No News Is Bad News April rethinks her priorities when the newspaper's new editor-in-chief pressures her to put her career first; Sara tries to reach out to Natalie and George; Dominic and Natalie decide to tell April about their secretive relationship. Details Episode 21 Aired Mar 23, 2015 One Day April fights to stay strong after receiving unwelcome news; sweeping changes at the newspaper put April's job in jeopardy; Brenna learns she is a bone marrow match for an unknown patient. Details

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Chasing Life — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Janice Cooke, Andy Wolk, Michael Grossman, Melanie Mayron, Joanna Kerns, Wendey Stanzler, Steve Miner, Patrick R. Norris
Executive Producer
Patrick Sean Smith, Susanna Fogel, Joni Lefkowitz, Aaron Kaplan
Screenwriter
Ann Cherkis, Linda Burstyn, Josh Senter, Susanna Fogel, Patrick Sean Smith, Benjamin C. Jones, Joni Lefkowitz, Jeanne Leitenberg
Network
Freeform
Rating
TV-14 (D|L|S)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 10, 2014