The Best Episodes of Home Economics

Tom attempts to keep Connor grounded after he announces his plans to go to space then falls into a rough patch himself after learning some bad news. Meanwhile, Marina gets stuck while trying to transform their attic into a writing space for Tom.

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Michael Colton, John Aboud

The family is in for a wild night out when they accompany Connor to a club to help him jump-start his dating life.

Director: Matt Sohn

Writer: Julieanne Smolinski

Tom feels threatened when Marina's father visits, but it's Marina who has a hard time making peace with her Papi; Connor helps Sarah and Denise declutter their small apartment.

Director: Betsy Thomas

Writer: Jason Belleville

As Tom struggles to finish his book before his 40th birthday, his dad, Marshall, hijacks his writing seminar. Meanwhile, Denise convinces Marina that she needs to do something special for Tom's 40th and talks her into doing boudoir photos. In addition, Sarah and Denise go overboard to impress a potential sperm donor.

Director: Michael McDonald

Writer: Julieanne Smolinski

Tom spirals when Connor dates a woman who broke his heart at summer camp. Then, family game night becomes an all-or-nothing competition between Marina and Denise.

Director: Ryan Case

Writer: Kriss Turner Towner

As Christmas approaches, Tom finally receives his first advance check from the Sofia Salazar book, leaving him and Marina to decide what to do with the money; Sarah receives an extravagant gift from the parents at her new school.

Director: Ryan Case

Writer: Tasha Henderson

Connor and JoJo's Valentine's Day takes an awkward turn when his ex-wife and daughter crash their romantic evening; a pregnancy scare derails Tom, Marina, Sarah and Denise's dinner.

Director: Michael McDonald

Writer: Kriss Turner Towner

While Tom and Marina attempt to relive their youth at a college party, Connor and Denise deal with JoJo potentially leaving when she gets an offer to go on a reality show. Meanwhile, Sarah considers casting her niece in the school musical.

Director: Betsy Thomas

Writer: Tasha Henderson

Tom's potential new publisher invites himself to the Hayworth family brunch which sends him into a nervous frenzy. Meanwhile, Sarah and Marina give conflicting advice to Connor about his relationship with Windmount's vice principal, Lauren.

Director: Helena Lamb

Writer: Lynn Sternberger

The family gathers to try and celebrate their parents’ anniversary without spoiling it — like every other year. However, after everyone learns what Tom’s new novel is about, the celebration may just be the worst one yet.

Director: Rebecca Asher

Writer: Ashly Perez

Trick or treat is not the only question on the Hayworths' minds as they debate the best neighborhood for a spooktacular Halloween. Meanwhile, Connor navigates sharing the holiday with his ex-wife, Emily.

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Melissa Hunter

Marina convinces Connor to dance with Lupe in a salsa competition to get to know her better. Meanwhile, Sarah and Denise take care of Tom as he recovers from a medical procedure.

Director: Matt Sohn

Writer: Damir Konjicija, Dario Konjicija

Connor invites the Hayworth clan to a San Francisco 49ers game as he tries to close his latest business deal. Tom gets a chance to showcase his football skills, Denise tries to get Sarah to come to terms with Shamiah's new interest in cheerleading.

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Michael Colton, John Aboud

Tom and Marina must make a difficult choice after they uncover a bombshell revelation about Sofía Salazar; Connor and JoJo's secret relationship is complicated by Denise and Sarah's matchmaking efforts.

Director: Kimmy Gatewood

Writer: Tucker Cawley

While Connor looks to Tom for advice on how to come clean with Denise about a sensitive matter, Marina is surprised to learn that Sarah didn't like her when they first met.

Director: Ryan Case

Writer: Julieanne Smolinski

Sarah very reluctantly asks Tom to help her write the Windmount Academy Musical. Meanwhile, in preparation to get pregnant, Denise starts a workout routine with Marina and Connor.

Director: Giovani Lampassi

Writer: Paola Tapia-Limon

Tom and Sarah crash a poker night that Connor is hosting for some rich and famous friends. Meanwhile, when Camila mentions she thinks there is a ghost in the house, Marina and Denise clash over their very different beliefs.

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Melissa Hunter

The entire Hayworth family goes to attend the Windmount Academy musical to support Gretchen and Sarah. Meanwhile, in an effort to help calm Tom's nerves as he awaits news about his book, Marina proposes they take the edge off and relax by taking edibles.

Director: Dean Holland

Writer: Jason Belleville

Things get a little hot in the kitchen when Tom considers ghostwriting a memoir for a celebrity chef. Connor starts dating a woke friend of Sarah and Denise's who makes a surprising impact on him.

Director: Randall Keenan Winston

Writer: Tucker Cawley

Tom and Connor vie to prove who would make a better sperm donor to Denise. Meanwhile, Sarah tries to prove to Alison that she has what it takes to direct the spring musical by throwing a successful fundraiser at Connor's house.

Director: Gail Mancuso

Writer: Tucker Cawley

Connor invites the siblings to a party he’s throwing for his ex-wife, Emily. While he feels the need to prove that he is cool with their divorce, he is not the only one in the competitive spirit. Tom and Marina try to prove to each other that they still have game, while Sarah finds the perfect solution to the fact that she’s a bad gift-giver.

Director: Gail Mancuso

Writer: Jess Pineda

Sofia brings out Tom's adventurous side which ignites Marina's jealous side. Meanwhile, Sarah and Denise learn that Shamiah has been confiding in Connor instead of them, leaving them no choice but to take action.

Director: Kabir Akhtar

Writer: Damir Konjicija, Dario Konjicija

Tom, Sarah and Connor are determined to prove that they can host a successful Thanksgiving dinner when they switch up their annual holiday tradition to gather at Connor's place. Denise has some sibling drama of her own when her sister joins the Hayworth family celebration.  

Director: Kabir Akhtar

Writer: Ashly Perez

Marina worries Camila’s lost touch with her Mexican heritage, so she enlists Tom and the rest of the family to help reconnect with her roots. Prompted by Denise, Sarah interviews for a job at Gretchen’s school but receives some unwanted assistance from Connor.

Director: Jude Weng

Writer: Jason Belleville

After upsetting Marina, Tom tries to help out more around the house. While Sarah tries to find temporary employment, she and Denise worry their son will be corrupted after Kelvin decides he wants to learn all about Uncle Connor's business.

Director: Randall Keenan Winston

Writer: Julieanne Smolinski