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Season 1 – Nashville

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After two decades as the reigning queen of country music, Rayna Jaymes (Connie Britton) is faced with pressure to adapt and reinvent herself to stay relevant. Juliette Barnes (Hayden Panettiere) is a sassy, sexy singer with a troubled past who is determined to steal Rayna's place at the top. Other characters in Nashville's music scene include a beautiful and gifted songwriter, Scarlett O'Connor, up-and-coming musician Gunnar Scott, conflicted country star Will Lexington, and Deacon Claybourne, a guitar player who has worked with Rayna since the beginning of her career.
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Nashville — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Nashville promotes catchy pop-western tunes and plays to non-fans of the genre with its sharp atmosphere and its stellar narratives.

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Kelsey Wallace Bitch Media 01/13/2021
All loves and shoves considered, I found the pilot episode fun to watch and I always like to see a network show created by a woman starring women. Go to Full Review Mary McNamara Los Angeles Times 10/10/2012
Nashville is big, bold, wildly ambitious and great fun. Go to Full Review Maureen Ryan HuffPost 10/10/2012
The supporting cast is uniformly terrific, a series of political and personal dilemmas are depicted with thoughtful nuance, and this show isn't so much about country music as it is about a desire to communicate, be loved and be heard. Go to Full Review Serena Seghedoni Loud and Clear Reviews 11/04/2023
Nashville's strength resides not just in what happens in it, but in how it happens. The story matters, but it's the way its characters evolve that really makes the difference. Go to Full Review Randy Dankievitch Processed Media 02/20/2020
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Disappointingly, Nashville makes the mistake of trying to Big Talk and Big Event us to death, rendering everything ineffective in the process. Go to Full Review Tara Thorne The Coast (Halifax, Nova Scotia) 11/16/2018
Creator Callie Khouri won an Oscar for Thelma & Louise but has since struggled in films---this feels like the right scale for her sharp, observant writing. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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isa e @RT65594135 04/11/2023 was fun, not great, but a promising start for a series See more Dee @RT31609917 10/31/2022 Reminds me of Carrie Underwood & Reba McEntire in the beginning of Carrie‘s career! See more 06/25/2017 Nashville is defenitly well-acted and has amazing original songs performed by a terrific cast. The narrative isn't very original and there weren't any moment in this season that made me stay surprised because of some twist, but I found it interesting anyway. See more 03/04/2017 Wow that was a whirlwind! So many things happened and most of them worked effectively. Unlike other shows I've seen that talk about the music industry this one explores the business of it quite a bit more accurately and I love the different artists at various points in their careers because we get a change of atmosphere. The music is good not great but there is a lot of variety. Overall this show is very relatable and emotional and I really really loved the first season. 4.5/5 See more 11/03/2016 <@ if (review) { @><@= review @><@ } @> See more 06/12/2015 Provides viewers with great pop/country tracks while immersing the viewers in a whirlwind of beautifully acted drama. See more Read all reviews
Nashville — Season 1

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Callie Khouri

Creator

Connie Britton

Rayna Jaymes

Hayden Panettiere

Juliette Barnes

Clare Bowen

Scarlett O'Connor

Eric Close

Teddy Conrad

Charles Esten

Deacon Claybourne

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 10, 2012 Pilot Rayna is upset when her record label asks her to tour as the opening act for a popular newcomer; Rayna's father, Lamar, disregards her wishes when he backs her husband in a run for mayor of Nashville. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 17, 2012 I Can't Help It (If I'm Still in Love With You) As Teddy's campaign progresses, Rayna must endure an investigation that reveals family secrets; Juliette sees Deacon perform with Rayna; Scarlett is torn between her dream and her commitment to Avery. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 24, 2012 Someday You'll Call My Name Rayna learns her family is facing financial ruin; Juliette asks Deacon to write and tour with her exclusively; Juliette's mother re-enters her life. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 31, 2012 We Live in Two Different Worlds The arrival of a woman from Teddy's past tests his marriage; Rayna and Deacon perform at Teddy's fundraiser; Juliette appears on "Good Morning America"; Gunnar connects with his publisher's assistant. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 7, 2012 Move It on Over Rayna thinks about moving on when Deacon sets boundaries in their relationship; as Juliette struggles with her mother's addictions, Deacon is reminded of difficult moments in his past; tension between Gunnar and Avery puts pressure on Scarlet. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 14, 2012 You're Gonna Change (Or I'm Gonna Leave) Rayna seeks the help of a music producer to change her sound; Juliette goes on a date with an NFL player in an attempt to repair her image; Lamar's plan to delay Coleman's arrival at a photo op works too well. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 28, 2012 Lovesick Blues Marshall Evans pushes for Juliette and Rayna to collaborate at an event at the Ryman theater; when Peggy's desperation escalates, Teddy is forced to tell Rayna the truth; Scarlett gets closer to Gunnar. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 5, 2012 Where He Leads Me Rayna reconsiders things after hearing Teddy's side of the story; Juliette finds an unexpected sense of belonging with Sean's family; Gunnar confesses his feelings; Deacon and Avery are each offered opportunities. Details Episode 9 Aired Jan 9, 2013 Be Careful of Stones That You Throw When Rayna suggests bringing her girls on tour, she learns that Lamar is willing to blackmail her; Juliette and Sean's elopement surprises everyone; Deacon reconnects with an ex; Avery follows a music producer's advice. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 16, 2013 I'm Sorry for You, My Friend Rayna and Juliette prepare for their first concert together in San Diego; Rayna has an interesting proposal for Liam; Gunnar and Scarlett go on a road trip. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 23, 2013 You Win Again To celebrate the success of "Wrong Song," Edgehill Records throws a lavish party; things get awkward for Juliette, who brings her mother to the party; Teddy asks Rayna about her relationship with Liam. Details Episode 12 Aired Feb 6, 2013 I've Been Down That Road Before As Rayna settles into the tour, she learns that Deacon has joined Juliette's band; Juliette wants to make a change but her team disagrees; Scarlett receives an offer from Gunnar. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 13, 2013 There'll Be No Teardrops Tonight Rayna is comforted by an old friend after telling Maddie and Daphne about her plans to divorce; Juliette reinvents herself; Avery considers an attractive offer. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 27, 2013 Dear Brother Juliette plans a surprise birthday party for Deacon; as Teddy and Rayna's divorce moves forward, speculation about Rayna's fidelity ramps up; Scarlett is charmed by Gunnar's brother. Details Episode 15 Aired Mar 27, 2013 When You're Tired of Breaking Other Hearts Rayna tries to set the record straight about her failed marriage during an appearance on Katie Couric's talk show; Maddie tells a lie that leads to dangerous consequences; Deacon is drawn to a pretty veterinarian. Details Episode 16 Aired Apr 3, 2013 I Saw the Light Rayna brings her kids and sister on tour, but doesn't like the effect Juliette is having on her girls; Juliette starts to look at Dante differently; Deacon reconsiders life on the road; a handsome new neighbor befriends Gunnar and Scarlett. Details Episode 17 Aired Apr 10, 2013 My Heart Would Know A personal crisis forces Rayna to head back to Nashville and miss a sold-out show in New York; Deacon shares criticism with Juliette; Gunnar wants to celebrate Scarlett's success; Avery becomes Juliette's roadie. Details Episode 18 Aired May 1, 2013 Take These Chains From My Heart When Liam asks Rayna to run away with him and finish her album, Deacon has an unexpected reaction; Jolene questions Dante's loyalty; Teddy confronts Peggy about the leaks. Details Episode 19 Aired May 8, 2013 Why Don't You Love Me Edgehill Records throws a party for Rayna and Juliette when they are both nominated for CMA awards; Juliette is faced with new challenges; Scarlett worries about Gunnar. Details Episode 20 Aired May 15, 2013 A Picture From Life's Other Side Lamar turns out to be an unexpected ally for Rayna; Jolene tries to help when she sees Juliette struggling; Will and Avery each get a shot to shine with bigger stars. Details Episode 21 Aired May 22, 2013 I'll Never Get Out of This World Alive Juliette finds a letter from her mother; Deacon confronts Rayna about a secret; Brad Paisley performs with Rayna and Deacon; Gunnar tries to win Scarlett's heart back. Details

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Nashville — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
R.J. Cutler, Paul McCrane, Sanaa Hamri, Stephen Cragg, Eric Stoltz
Creator
Callie Khouri
Executive Producer
Callie Khouri, Dee Johnson, R.J. Cutler, Steve Buchanan
Screenwriter
Callie Khouri, Liz Tigelaar, Todd Ellis Kessler, Meredith Lavender, David Marshall Grant, Wendy Calhoun, Jason George, David Gould, Dana Greenblatt, Marcie Ulin
Network
ABC
Rating
TV-PG (L)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 10, 2012