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Season 1 – Life Sentence

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When Stella Abbott receives a diagnosis of terminal cancer, she decides she will not go gentle into that good night and throws caution to the wind by living like there is no tomorrow. Unfortunately, that decision comes back to bite her when her doctors inform her that her illness has miraculously been cured, leaving that good news tainted by the fact she now needs to deal with the fallout from all of the things she did when she thought she was dying.
Life Sentence — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Life Sentence avoids asking tough questions about serious issues, settling instead for a cloying sweetness.

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Steve Greene IndieWire 03/09/2018
C-
Life Sentence picks one of the least dramatically satisfying paths, one that doesn't leave room for much truth either. Go to Full Review Daniel Fienberg The Hollywood Reporter 03/07/2018
Life Sentence comes from that vein of CW shows that echo programming from the old WB, sentimental and amusing dramedies that generally haven't succeeded. Go to Full Review Kelly Lawler USA Today 03/07/2018
2.5/4
The relentless cheer can be annoying, but Hale's charms, and the appeal of the wider cast mostly smooths it over. Go to Full Review Jenny Nixon Common Sense Media 03/13/2018
2/5
Sweet but shallow dramedy about life after cancer. Go to Full Review Ariana Romero Refinery29 03/09/2018
Life Sentence is not that show. It's a whimsical family drama with an unexpected, poignant jumping-off point. Go to Full Review Kevin Yeoman Screen Rant 03/08/2018
Life Sentence only seems to want to laugh at life's propensity for head-kicking. That, in turn, makes the series' investigation of second chances overly saccharine. And that feels like a disservice to the cast, which is really quite enjoyable. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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10/16/2020 This was an enjoyable show and had potential. It's a shame it was canceled. See more steve d 08/03/2020 Poor Lucy Hale. She just can't find a tv show worthy of her. She is the only thing that works in this unfunny mess. See more 03/13/2019 This is the most AMAZING show ever, it changed my life. It inspired me to move on with the wonderful things of my life and not just the bad. It inspired me be positive and never lose hope even when things are bad. I am incredibly sad and disappointed that it was cancelled and I am extremely hopeful that The CW will start it again. Please!!!!!!!! See more 02/24/2019 SPOILERS*** Sad to hear it was cancelled. I binged the first season on Netflix and wanted to watch Stella���s journey as a single woman getting to know herself/come into her own. I identify so much with that storyline and really think that���s a narrative 18-40 yo women could���ve used. Plus, the parents��� story is something the 40+ demo could use, as well as entertaining for everyone else. I wish Netflix had picked it up for season 2. It���s still worth a watch as a stand-alone season, though. See more 10/01/2018 Sad to see this one cancelled. The show wasn't perfect but had many things going for it. Hopefully Netflix can pick it up and heal her once again. See more 09/24/2018 This show has helped me through a really tough time. I hate to hear that it won't be renewed. Maybe in the future someone will realize the full potential this show has to thrive. See more Read all reviews
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Lucy Hale

Stella Abbott

Dylan Walsh

Peter Abbott

Gillian Vigman

Ida Abbott

Jayson Blair

Aiden Abbott

Brooke Lyons

Elizabeth Rojas

Elliot Knight

Wes Charles

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 7, 2018 Pilot Stella learns her cancer has been cured, which means she must face the consequences of living like she was dying for the past eight years. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 14, 2018 Re-Inventing the Abbotts Stella and Wes must defend their marriage to the INS; Peter and Ida decide to sell the house; Stella tries to help Aiden face reality; Elizabeth's husband is not thrilled with Stella's plan to deal with her sister's writer's block. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 21, 2018 Clinical Trial and Error In her new role as patient advocate, Stella suggests Sadie try the clinical trial that worked for her; one of Diego's kids gets sick while Wes is baby-sitting; Aiden pushes his father to have a night out. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 28, 2018 How Stella Got Her Groove On Stella learns another secret about her past, forcing her to figure out what she really wants to do with her life; Wes starts secretly working on a project, which upsets Stella; Peter and Aiden find themselves in an interesting living situation. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 4, 2018 Wes Side Story Stella feels like she and Wes need to get back into a romantic rhythm; Aiden is torn over whether or not he should tell his father the truth about the woman he is dating; Ida struggles with Peter's new relationship. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 27, 2018 Who Framed Stella Abbott? Stella and Wes agree to always tell each other the truth; Wes struggles when it comes to Dr. Grant; Stella helps Aiden get a job at her coffee shop; Lizzie and Diego try to get things back to normal with the kids. Details Episode 7 Aired May 4, 2018 Our Father the Hero Aiden's problems grow, but he keeps the faith that Peter will keep him out of trouble; Stella struggles with not telling Aiden the truth about who really tipped of the police; Wes is not happy when he sees Dr. Grant performing at the bar. Details Episode 8 Aired May 11, 2018 Sleepless Near Seattle Stella finds herself on a road trip with Dr. Grant and Sadie to help get Sadie into a clinical trial; Wes gets a call from his ex about a job opportunity; Peter and Aiden try to find a new normal between them; Lizzie's son is bullied at school. Details Episode 9 Aired May 18, 2018 What to Expect When You're Not Expecting Stella and Wes discuss their future and learn something unexpected; Aiden realizes he has feelings for a girl at his community service job; Diego's plan to impress his new boss at brunch turns awkward when both Ida and Peter are interested in her. Details Episode 10 Aired May 25, 2018 The Way We Work When Stella and Wes realize that their issues are bigger than they thought, they seek professional help; Aiden starts looking for a job; Lizzie and Ida work together; Peter has to make a tough decision. Details Episode 11 Aired Jun 1, 2018 Frisky Business Stella is given the opportunity to help plan an event for the hospital, which touches a nerve for Dr. Grant; Aiden spends money without consulting Wes, forcing Wes to find an investor that no one is happy about; Peter learns about Ida's dream. Details Episode 12 Aired Jun 8, 2018 Love Factually Stella is desperate to talk to Wes, but a problem at the bar keeps getting in the way; Stella discovers some concerning information about Wes; Peter and Ida celebrate their last anniversary in an unusual way. Details Episode 13 Aired Jun 15, 2018 Then and Now Stella and Wes find themselves defending their relationship after Stella puts details about their life on social media; Peter realizes who he wants to be with; Aiden refuses to give up on his dream. Details

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Season Info

Director
John T. Kretchmer, Arlene Sanford, Viet Nguyen, Lee Toland Krieger, Michael Grossman, Tessa Blake, Norman Buckley, Janice Cooke
Executive Producer
Erin Cardillo, Richard Keith, Bill Lawrence, Jeff Ingold, Lee Toland Krieger
Screenwriter
Erin Cardillo, Nelson Soler, Margaret Easley, Oliver Goldstick, Richard Keith, Laura Putney, Richard Keith
Network
The CW
Rating
TV-PG (L|D)
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 7, 2018