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Season 1 – Lessons in Chemistry

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Set in the early 1950s, “Lessons in Chemistry” follows Elizabeth Zott, whose dream of being a scientist is put on hold in a patriarchal society. When Elizabeth finds herself fired from her lab, she accepts a job as a host on a TV cooking show, and sets out to teach a nation of overlooked housewives — and the men who are suddenly listening — a lot more than recipes.
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Lessons in Chemistry — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Touching on several hot button issues while benefitting immensely from a perfect pinch of Brie Larson, Lessons in Chemistry's ambitious ingredients add up to satisfying entertainment.

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Wenlei Ma PerthNow Oct 14, 2023
A solid, prestige drama with a fantastic central performance. Go to Full Review Hugo Rifkind The Times (UK) Oct 13, 2023
One big advantage is that it’s extremely and expensively beautiful in a Mad Men sort of way. Another is Larsen, who can always own a screen, even when her character notes seem to be mainly “she frowns a lot”. Go to Full Review Vicky Jessop London Evening Standard Oct 13, 2023
3/5
Ultimately everything feels just a little bit too polished. That’s not a bad thing, but it won’t rock your world: it’s a tasty enough treat, but unlike Elizabeth’s cooking, it’s a little underdone. Go to Full Review Lindsay Press Culturess Mar 18, 2025
The Buccaneers is a fun enough show, and trying it may offer the chance to enjoy something new. Go to Full Review Ally Ham The Review Geek Oct 7, 2024
8/10
Brie Larson flawlessly embodies the role of Elizabeth Zott, a shrewd, exacting, and endearing chemist who knows just what she wants in life–until unforeseen circumstances throw some curveballs her way. Go to Full Review Dónal Lynch Sunday Independent (Ireland) Feb 5, 2024
Imagine you crossed Mad Men with a Julia Child series and you have something of the flavour of this series. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Lachlan H @LachyH Oct 8, 2026 I thought it had a good story and it was both funny and emotional. Some parts felt a bit slow, but I really enjoyed Brie Larsons acting. See more Rain R @RT82913162 Sep 12, 2026 Not really a compelling watch. Largely disappointed by the whole thing. See more Robbie R @Wobster Sep 8, 2026 This series set out with such great potential. Highlighting and challenging issues of gender equality and race BUT THEN the dog starts talking? Such a strange decision to somehow capture the thoughts of a dog within the dimension of a series dedicated to science? It’s not just that the dog starts talking but tgat really it adds nothing to the narrative other than trying to soften the tension with despairing moments. And such a bad choice of dog. Really this fluffy thing had army trained attack dog potential but chose to find another life? Any way we are now stuck with the annoying decision as to whether we invest anymore time in this series. See more Jodie K @cornelaplum Aug 31, 2026 Great actors, great adaptation of the book. See more Nicole C @RT53562856 Aug 30, 2026 Loved it. One of the best on Apple+ for me. See more armchair-opinion S @armchairopinions Aug 16, 2026 Just press play!! It’s so good. Beautifully done. I didn’t read the book, as i understand it’s different. However, the story is moving, funny and thought provoking. I rewatched the entire thing with my mom, she loved it too. See more Read all reviews
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Lee Eisenberg

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Bert

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Tara Miele

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Sarah Adina Smith

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Millicent Shelton

Director

Bertie Ellwood

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 13, 2023 Little Miss Hastings Elizabeth, a brilliant but frustrated lab technician in the 1950s, is punished after she's caught conducting her own research after hours. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 13, 2023 Her and Him In pursuit of a prestigious grant, Elizabeth and Calvin join forces in the lab; their partnership yields unexpected results. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 20, 2023 Living Dead Things A surprising discovery leaves Elizabeth feeling isolated and alone, but she finds comfort in her new friendship with Harriet. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 27, 2023 Primitive Instinct Struggling with the hardships of motherhood, Elizabeth finds herself pulled in a new direction when faced with an opportunity. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 3, 2023 CH3COOH Elizabeth butts heads with her new boss as she works to make "Supper at Six" her own; Mad meets a new friend while working on her family tree. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 10, 2023 Poirot Newfound fame presents challenges for Elizabeth; Mad continues her covert mission; tensions surrounding the freeway come to a head. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 17, 2023 Book of Calvin The chapters of Calvin's life shed light on the mysteries of his past. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 22, 2023 Introduction to Chemistry With the fate of "Supper at Six" uncertain, Elizabeth makes a decision about her future; Harriet prepares for the city council vote. Details

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Season Info

Director
Amber Finlayson, Tara Miele, Sarah Adina Smith, Millicent Shelton, Bertie Ellwood
Creator
Lee Eisenberg
Executive Producer
Lee Eisenberg, Brie Larson, Jason Bateman, Michael Costigan, Louise Shore, Natalie Sandy, Susannah Grant, Rosa Handelman, Hannah Fidell, Sarah Adina Smith
Network
Apple TV
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 13, 2023
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