Atypical

Seasons

2017

USA

8.2

TV-MA

Sam, an 18-year-old on the autism spectrum, decides it's time to find a girlfriend, which sets Sam's mom on her own life-changing path as her son seeks more independence.

Episode List

S1 • E1

Antarctica

Interested in having a girlfriend, Sam researches dating advice and puts it to the test. Meanwhile, his overprotective mom Elsa must learn to let go.

S1 • E2

A Human Female

When Sam learns his crush is already taken, dad Doug helps him woo her. A lost credit card sends Elsa back to the bar. Casey hears rumors about Evan.

S1 • E3

Julia Says

Sam decides to update his look. Casey learns a family secret. Feeling like her family no longer needs her, Elsa seeks attention elsewhere.

S1 • E4

A Nice Neutral Smell

When a classmate shows interest in him, Sam makes a list of pros and cons to see whether she's girlfriend material. Casey gets a prestigious offer.

S1 • E5

That's My Sweatshirt

Sam becomes rattled after Paige invades his bedroom. Casey visits Clayton Prep and gets a taste of what life away from her brother would be like.

S1 • E6

The D-Train to Bone Town

Paige proposes having an autism-friendly school dance to the PTA. Sam makes preparations for losing his virginity. Doug and Julia help each other.

S1 • E7

I Lost My Poor Meatball

When Paige makes a confession to Sam, he creates a checklist to figure how he feels. Things with Nick suddenly get too real for Elsa.

S1 • E8

The Silencing Properties of Snow

After a disastrous dinner with Paige's family, Sam makes amends at the school dance. Casey's fury at her mom affects her relationship with Evan.

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Cast

Jennifer Jason Leigh

Elsa Gardner

Keir Gilchrist

Sam Gardner

Brigette Lundy-Paine

Casey Gardner

Michael Rapaport

Doug Gardner

Nik Dodani

Zahid

Jenna Boyd

Paige Hardaway

Graham Rogers

Evan

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Izzie Taylor

Amy Okuda

Julia Sasaki

Nina Ameri

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