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Season 1 – One Day at a Time

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This comedy-drama is inspired by Norman Lear's 1975 series of the same name. This time around, the series follows the life of Penelope, a newly single Army veteran, and her Cuban-American family, as they navigate the ups and downs of life. Now a nurse, Penelope is raising two strong-willed children. When faced with challenges, Penelope turns to her "old-school" mother, and her building manager, who has become an invaluable confidant. The series offers a contemporary take on what life looks like in both good and bad times, and how loved ones can help make it all worthwhile.
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One Day at a Time — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

One Day at a Time breathes fresh life into the classic Norman Lear original with a lively, sharp, and proudly old-school sitcom bolstered by a surfeit of heart and terrific performances from Rita Moreno and Justina Machado.

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Carmen Phillips Autostraddle 10/27/2021
They may be a fictional family - but they feel like home. What could be higher compliment than that? Go to Full Review
Yvonne S. Marquez Autostraddle 10/05/2021
The shows that resonate, that feel authentic, that get inside our hearts and minds and work that magic only stories can do, are shows that hire writers who share identities with the characters they're bringing to life. Go to Full Review
Inkoo Kang MTV 01/10/2017
One Day at a Time may try too hard to offer something for everyone, but it embraces what matters when it most counts. Go to Full Review
Simrun Nijjar Mediaversity Reviews 08/18/2019
A+
Not only does One Day at a Time snatch the winning crown for the most inclusive show at Mediaversity, it blows its competition out of the water. Go to Full Review
Alan French AwardsCircuit.com 10/10/2018
4/4
With amazing performances, incredible writing, and genuine dialogue, One Day at a Time is a triumph for Netflix. Go to Full Review
María Garduño Geeks of Color 08/14/2018
I can tell you with absolute certainty that this show is an emotional roller coaster, one where this minute you're crying your eyes out and the next one you're laughing so hard your stomach hurts. Go to Full Review
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Manasi D Dec 2 I’ll be the first to admit that I watched the entire series & waited for the new season, but it just isn’t a show I would call my favorite. I started the journey expecting a heartfelt sitcom with humor, emotional depth, and an honest look at real struggles. And the show delivers exactly that. It tackles important topics like identity, mental health, trauma, addiction, and family relationships with sincerity and courage. Elena’s coming-out arc, the portrayal of anxiety, and conversations around culture and belonging are truly some of the most beautiful and powerful moments. The show never shies away from vulnerability, and that’s something I deeply respect. But as much as I appreciate its intentions, I also felt the weight of how much it tries to handle. At times, it feels like every major social issue is placed on the shoulders of this one family, and it becomes overwhelming. Instead of letting certain themes breathe and unfold naturally, the storytelling sometimes rushes from one crisis to the next. I wish the show found more balance between everyday joy and heavy conversations and more space to laugh without bracing for the next heartbreak. Still, despite its flaws, One Day at a Time is incredibly heartfelt and human. It’s a show that tried to speak loudly for people who don’t often feel seen, and that alone is something worth appreciating. I may not have loved every choice it made, but I’m grateful for the stories it dared to tell and for the comfort it brought to many. See more Peter K @Vacadoug Sep 5 Well-balanced cast and excellent writing delivers with hilarious results! Rita Moreno is at her best and is the 'pimienta' to the salsa. See more Anna K 09/21/2024 It's funny, it's witty & the characters feel so real! See more isa d 03/02/2024 My comfort show, characters, fictional family... Watching this series in a very specific period of my life was one of those moments that altered the chemistry of my brain. For the better! See more DS F @deepfern 06/18/2023 Funny yet insightful. It is hard to pull off even one of these, yet One day at a time manages to effortlessly do both together. The writing us tight, morally in the dit yet not preachy. The acting is wonderful especially Rita Moreno and Stephen Topolowski. A mist watch, make more See more Nycolle V 03/01/2022 Sem dúvidas uma das melhores séries de comédia já criadas. O núcleo narrativo é muito bem desenvolvido e o roteiro nos insere em um ambiente muito acolhedor. As relações são cada vez mais exploradas a cada episódios, e os problemas pessoais são destrinchados com uma pitada de humor e drama. Ao assistir a sério o telespectador fica imediatamente feliz ao ver esse elenco maravilhoso trabalhando em uma série absolutamente maravilhosa. See more Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Jan 6, 2017 This Is It Penelope wants her feminist daughter, Elena, to have a traditional quinceanera for her 15th birthday, in honor of her Cuban roots. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 6, 2017 Bobos and Mamitas When Elena and Penelope complain that they are not taken seriously at work and school, Lydia shares advice from her generation. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 6, 2017 No Mass When Lydia disappears after a heated argument about religion, household operations deteriorate in her absence. Details Episode 4 Aired Jan 6, 2017 A Snowman's Tale When Schneider shows Penelope how to meet people through an online app, she finds herself back in the dating game. Details Episode 5 Aired Jan 6, 2017 Strays When Carmen and Elena become inseparable, Lydia is suspicious; Penelope learns that the friends are hiding a big secret. Details Episode 6 Aired Jan 6, 2017 The Death of Mrs. Resnick Penelope is forced to trade in her faithful car when it finally breaks down for good; Penelope meets a kindred spirit in an unexpected place. Details Episode 7 Aired Jan 6, 2017 Hold, Please Penelope reaches her breaking point while navigating endless obstacles with Veterans Affairs. Details Episode 8 Aired Jan 6, 2017 One Lie at a Time When Penelope says she is going on a date and Lydia claims to be going to church, both women really have secret agendas; Elena decides to test an attraction. Details Episode 9 Aired Jan 6, 2017 Viva Cuba Elena has mixed feelings about a congratulatory letter; when Alex interviews Lydia for a school project, a secret is revealed. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 6, 2017 Sex Talk When Penelope makes a discovery on Alex's laptop, she struggles to talk to him about sex. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 6, 2017 Pride & Prejudice Penelope wants to have an open mind about Elena's revelation, but feels uncomfortable; while seeking advice, Penelope makes a surprising connection. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 6, 2017 Hurricane Victor As Penelope begins to date again, her estranged husband visits unexpectedly, rekindling old feelings. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 6, 2017 Quinces Everyone participates in preparations for Elena's quinceanera; Elena reveals something about herself to her father. Details
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Season Info

Director
Pamela Fryman, Phill Lewis
Creator
Whitney Blake, Allan Manings
Executive Producer
Norman Lear, Mike Royce, Gloria Calderon Kellett, Michael Garcia
Screenwriter
Sebastian Jones, Gloria Calderon Kellett, Becky Mann, Mike Royce, Audra Sielaff
Network
POPSD
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 6, 2017
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