Season 1

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  5.5/10122 votes

  Putting Out Fires

  Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 12/17/2012

  Following a public mishap, Skip, the First Son of President Gilchrist, is ushered back to the White House so he can be kept under careful watch. Meanwhile, Dale attempts to keep a cool atmosphere when South American leaders visit to discuss a trade agreement. Elsewhere, Emily tries to make peace with her stepdaughter Becca, who has a surprise in store for everybody.

  Director: Jason Winer

  Writer: Unknown

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  6.0/1084 votes

  The Skiplantic Ocean

  Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/10/2013

  When the media reveals Becca’s surprising news, Skip attempts to take her mind off the situation while President Gilchrist has a group therapy session with his generals to help cope with things. Meanwhile, hoping to gain Becca’s trust and keep the secret safe from Marigold and Xander, Emily gets tangled in a web of lies.

  Director: Jason Winer

  Writer: Mike Royce

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  6.2/1075 votes

  So You Don't Want to Dance

  Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 1/17/2013

  A presidential ball careens out of control when Skip brings a date.

  Director: Jason Winer

  Writer: Joe Wiseman, Joe Port

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  6.6/1078 votes

  Meet the Parent

  Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 1/24/2013

  A determined President Gilchrist uses his clout to track down someone that just might prove to be someone of major importance to the First Family. Meanwhile, the Gilchrist’s host the Austrian Chancellor and his wife, but when Emily questions proper protocol and tries to do things her own special way, she lands herself in quite a difficult situation.　 Elsewhere, Skip realizes his true calling in life.

  Director: Jason Winer

  Writer: Peter Knight

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  6.8/1065 votes

  Frosting Nixon

  Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/7/2013

  Skip attempts to placate a group of protesters who are upset about his dad's transportation policies, but his efforts only make things worse. Elsewhere, Emily helps Xander with his campaign for student-body president; and Becca struggles to come to grips with her future.

  Director: Jennifer Getzinger

  Writer: Sanjay Shah

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  6.4/1056 votes

  Skip the Tour

  Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/21/2013

  President Dale Gilchrist’s brother Doug stops by the White House, initiating a long-standing rivalry which threatens their relationship and prompts Emily to take on the role of peacemaker. Meanwhile, Becca prepares for an interview and Skip decides to offer his own special version of the White House tour after witnessing one from an official tour guide.

  Director: Jason Winer

  Writer: Laura Gutin

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  6.8/1060 votes

  To the Ranch

  Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 2/28/2013

  When unable to make a decision about who to nominate to the Supreme Court, President Dale Gilchrist decides to take a family trip to their ranch to clear his head. During their getaway, Skip finds himself moping over his failed relationship, while Becca contemplates major flaws in her own relationship. Meanwhile, Emily attempts to spend some quality time with Marigold and Xander, who both struggle with their loss of technology while at the ranch.

  Director: Ken Whittingham

  Writer: Bridget Bedard

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  6.7/1049 votes

  Live from the Lincoln Bedroom

  Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 3/7/2013

  Skip starts a podcast and makes a surprising discovery about himself; Becca interferes with one of Emily's parenting decisions, leaving them at odds.

  Director: Jason Winer

  Writer: Ryan Raddatz

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  7.1/1057 votes

  Game Theory

  Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 3/14/2013

  Emily tries to ensure Skip's date with Stacey is perfect; Becca and D.B. try to paint a mural; Dale and Xander play a passionate game of Risk.

  Director: Jason Winer

  Writer: Dan Hernandez, Benji Samit

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  6.6/1055 votes

  The Short Happy Life of Reba Cadbury

  Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 3/21/2013

  Emily finds out that Skip is only one assignment shy of graduating college, so she promises to help him finish. Meanwhile, Becca wants to make her voice heard after her ideas are ignored at a committee meeting; and Marshall goes to extremes to get some alone time

  Director: David Grossman

  Writer: Joe Wiseman, Joe Port

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  6.8/1049 votes

  Dinner, Bath, Puzzle

  Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 3/21/2013

  Dale and Emily try to put the spark back in their romance after a meeting with the French president and his wife. Meanwhile, Skip babysits the kids; and Marshall and D.B. bond unexpectedly.

  Director: Gail Mancuso

  Writer: Sanjay Shah, Jon Lovett

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  6.9/1060 votes

  Bursting the Bubble

  Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 3/28/2013

  A foreign princess visits the White House to attend an annual peace gala and asks Skip to be her escort. Meanwhile, Becca tests D.B.'s parenting skills; and Emily looks to reconnect with old friends.

  Director: Jason Winer

  Writer: Peter Knight, Laura Gutin

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  6.8/1062 votes

  Marry Me, Baby

  Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 3/28/2013

  President Gilchrist accidentally calls the legality of his marriage into question during an interview with Larry King (playing himself), so Skip tries to resolve the situation. Meanwhile, Becca and D.B. receive surprising news.

  Director: Jason Winer

  Writer: Mike Royce, Jon Lovett