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Season 1 – It's Not Like That

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Freshly divorced Lori and recently widowed minister Malcolm navigate singlehood while questioning if their longstanding bond hints at a romantic future.
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Aramide Tinubu Variety 3d
A thoughtful show about parenting, friendship and love, “It’s Not Like That” is a breath of fresh air without feeling like religious propaganda. Go to Full Review Dustin Rowles Pajiba Jan 29
It's not earth-shattering. It's pleasant, gentle, and very much Parenthood-lite. Go to Full Review Joel Keller Decider Jan 28
It’s Not Like That is a multigenerational family drama that shines due to fine writing and acting and fantastic chemistry between Scott Foley and Erinn Hayes. Go to Full Review Brittany Frederick TVBrittanyF.com Jan 26
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Wonder Project’s It’s Not Like That is the rare TV series that brings people together. Not in the sense of this trend or that ship, but the kind of show that almost anyone can connect with. Go to Full Review Ricky Valero Geek Vibes Nation Jan 25
7/10
The ability to not only tackle grief but also to be inclusive of this idea of a relationship and kids being involved was so relatable. The creators do an impressive job of sucking you into this world and investing in these characters. Go to Full Review Brett McCracken The Gospel Coalition Jan 23
I’ve not seen a show that takes sincere Christian life and ministry seriously as a focal point for drama. Until now. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Andrei D @RT74856639 Mar 14 Not too religious, a little underwritten, but it's weirdly compelling when the relationships shift See more Dustin J @ThedleFin Feb 2 Truly so touching and phenomenally made. Some really incredible performances and a surprising amount of artistic integrity. The faith side of things is, for once, not annoying or forced; it just feels genuine and like it’s part of these peoples’ lives. Highly invested early on and even more so each episode so far. See more Read all reviews
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Tyner Rushing

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Cary Christopher

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J.R. Ramirez

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Michaela Russell

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Caleb Baumann

Actor

Rosemary Rodriguez

Director

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 25, 2026 Pilot Pastor Malcolm, recently widowed, and Lori, his late wife's best friend-newly divorced, are longtime friends who hold fast to family, faith and friendship while grieving their losses and raising their children; under the strains of single parenthood and grief will their friendship turn into romance? Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 25, 2026 New Voices Malcolm and Lori must decide how to move forward in light of their impulsive, rainy night kiss; Malcolm wrestles with his pastoral calling and the congregation's growing concern, while Lori enjoys her first date since her divorce; Flora resists therapy, Casey battles for respect on the wrestling team and Pen fails when Justin needs her. Details Episode 3 Aired Feb 1, 2026 Transition Townhomes With Grace Community Church's rummage sale approaching, Malcolm encourages his family to donate Jenny's belongings; loneliness and blurred lines complicate everything when Lori and David take a different approach to parenting; Lori looks to Malcolm for emotional support in a lonely moment; Merritt resents his dad, takes Flora for a drive and spots Malcolm in an unexpected place. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 8, 2026 The Space I Keep for You Lori and David partner on a shared client, pop star Claire Leslie, but his jealousy of Malcolm festers, causing David to make a bad decision; Casey blocks Pen from concert tickets, shaking Pen's fragile popularity at school; Flora explores songwriting and grows closer to Merritt; Malcolm goes on his first date in decades, then discovers a spark while navigating a challenge with Justin. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 15, 2026 Cold Salami Malcolm leans on Lori as he steps back into dating, finding sparks with Grace; Joe's silence leaves Lori unsettled, while David repairs the consequences of his actions and Casey's trust; Penelope and Casey grow more estranged while Merritt and Flora go to a high school party and grow even closer. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 22, 2026 Love Baskets Casey's victory at a wrestling meet makes her an icon, while Pen seethes; Malcolm and Lori chaperone the Grace Community Church youth lock-in, where Pen and Casey's feud finally erupts and boils over; alone at Lori's, Flora and Merritt test the romantic boundaries of their new relationship. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 1, 2026 The Lori Thing With their families separated, Malcolm and Lori deepen their new relationships with fun date nights; Grace considers Malcolm's faith-inspired boundaries around sex, while Lori leans on David during Monument Charter Gala prep; Flora reacts to Merritt's actions through songwriting, while Dakota gets between Pen and Casey; it all comes to a head on the night of the school Gala. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 8, 2026 Hope and Peace and Joy and Love After an accident shakes both families, they face hard truths as Christmas nears; the season of giving brings with it all kinds of unexpected gifts and surprises and healing, leaving one big question unanswered, will Malcolm and Lori find their way back to each other? Details
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Season Info

Director
Rosemary Rodriguez, Brad Silberling, Peter Sollett, Valerie Weiss
Network
Prime Video
Genre
Drama, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 25, 2026