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Comedy about one big happy family and their sometimes awkward, often hilarious and ultimately beautiful milestone moments as told by its various members. Of the three siblings, middle child Matt may have just found

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Life in Pieces Season 3 Episode 8 - The Twelve Shorts of Christmas
    8.4/10(230 votes)

    #1 - The Twelve Shorts of Christmas

    S3:E8

    The holiday spirit is alive, well and wildly different for each member of the Short family.

    Director:Jeffrey Walker
    Writer:Joe Cristalli

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  2. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 8 - Godparent Turkey Corn Farts
    8.2/10(322 votes)

    #2 - Godparent Turkey Corn Farts

    S1:E8

    Joan invites their recently widowed neighbor, Gary Timpkins, to Thanksgiving dinner, during which everyone has a bad reaction to Colleen’s cauliflower dish. Also, Tim and Sophia try to find a last-minute replacement for Heather’s spoiled turkey, Jen and Greg debate who to name as Lark’s godparent and John takes Samantha to the Harvest Festival, where she sneaks into the corn maze with her boyfriend, Aiden.

    Director:Chad Lowe
    Writer:Maggie Mull

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  3. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 22 - Crytunes Divorce Tablet Ring
    8.2/10(265 votes)

    #3 - Crytunes Divorce Tablet Ring

    S1:E22

    The first season concludes with John and Joan revealing a shocking secret they've kept from their kids for 35 years. Also, Greg quits his job after creating a public funding campaign for his own invention. Heather and Tim try to make up for missing Samantha's Student of the Month Ceremony at school, and Matt's plan to make a big announcement at his and Colleen's book party keeps getting delayed.

    Director:Chad Lowe
    Writer:Justin Adler

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  4. Life in Pieces Season 3 Episode 4 - Testosterone Martyr Baked Knife
    8.2/10(244 votes)

    #4 - Testosterone Martyr Baked Knife

    S3:E4

    When Heather, Clementine and Jen offer to save Joan from the stress of preparing the Thanksgiving meal, the free time leaves Joan every more frazzled. Also, Greg has a boost of self-confidence after learning he has high levels of testosterone.

    Director:Jaffar Mahmood
    Writer:Lesley Wake Webster

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  5. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 5 - Babe Secret Phone Germs
    8.1/10(336 votes)

    #5 - Babe Secret Phone Germs

    S1:E5

    Tim and Heather unintentionally make things incredibly awkward for Tyler when he brings his gorgeous new girlfriend, Clementine, to meet the family. Also, Matt and Colleen are caught canoodling at the office by their obnoxious co-worker, Will, Jen and Greg vow not to become germaphobes, and John buys Sophia a cell phone behind her parents' backs.

    Director:Claire Scanlon
    Writer:Rolin Jones

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  6. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 18 - Sexting Mall Lemonade Heartbreak
    8.0/10(246 votes)

    #6 - Sexting Mall Lemonade Heartbreak

    S1:E18

    After realizing that Sophia is growing up faster than he’d like, John buys himself a pet, but it doesn’t get along well with Joan. Also, Heather accidentally sends Tyler a sexy text message, Jen and Greg try to help Samantha win her boyfriend back and Heather and Jen console Colleen and Matt over their break-up.

    Director:Rebecca Asher
    Writer:Maggie Mull

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  7. Life in Pieces Season 2 Episode 1 - Annulled Roommate Pill Shower
    8.0/10(276 votes)

    #7 - Annulled Roommate Pill Shower

    S2:E1

    In the second season opener, Heather and Tim ask Clementine's parents to convince Clementine and Tyler to get a marriage annulment; Matt moves in with Colleen, much to the dismay of her roommate; John takes the wrong dose of his daily pill, which leads to complications.

    Director:Jason Winer
    Writer:Justin Adler

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  8. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 9 - Hospital Boudoir Time-Out Namaste
    7.9/10(278 votes)

    #8 - Hospital Boudoir Time-Out Namaste

    S1:E9

    When Jen cuts her finger and Greg takes her to the hospital, they finally have the first quality alone time they’ve had in months. Also, John takes Samantha and Sophia to a restaurant where everything is named after feelings, Heather gives Tim a sexy anniversary gift, and Sophia is punished after Heather hears her swearing.

    Director:Fred Goss
    Writer:Alec Sulkin

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  9. Life in Pieces Season 4 Episode 5 - Sonogram Frog Rub Family
    7.9/10(185 votes)

    #9 - Sonogram Frog Rub Family

    S4:E5

    After Tim has a heart attack, he becomes super clingy and annoys the entire family. Also, Greg and Jen make a pact to keep their baby's gender a secret; Sophia's new pet frog turns out to be a dangerous species; and Matt and Colleen receive news about their impending adoption.

    Director:Linda Mendoza
    Writer:Jordan Young

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  10. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 3 - Sleepy Email Brunch Tree
    7.8/10(345 votes)

    #10 - Sleepy Email Brunch Tree

    S1:E3

    When Matt invites Colleen to brunch with the family, he coaches her through the difficult task of connecting with them. Also, John, Matt and Greg try to prove their masculinity by cutting down a tree in Greg's backyard, Tim has an adverse reaction to espresso, and a sleep-deprived Greg has a run-in with the cops.

    Director:Jeremy Garelick
    Writer:Brad Copeland

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  11. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 7 - Nanny Tent Earrings Cheeto
    7.8/10(305 votes)

    #11 - Nanny Tent Earrings Cheeto

    S1:E7

    When Jen and Greg interview potential nannies for Lark, they find it difficult to find one they trust. Also, Tim, Matt and Greg go camping, Heather suspects Matt bought Colleen earrings with money she loaned him, and John makes a wooden puppet for Lark that the family has more fun playing with than she does.

    Director:Jason Winer
    Writer:Elizabeth Tippet

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  12. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 10 - Burn Vasectomy Milkshake Pong
    7.8/10(272 votes)

    #12 - Burn Vasectomy Milkshake Pong

    S1:E10

    Greg is still bitter over an accident that sidelined a competitive game of ping-pong he and Matt had started years ago, so they decide to finally settle the score. Also, Heather questions herself after urging Tim to get a vasectomy, Jen is stressed about returning to work, and Joan learns her credit card has been stolen after strange packages start arriving.

    Director:Jason Winer
    Writer:Greg Malins

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  13. Life in Pieces Season 2 Episode 3 - Eyebrow Anonymous Trapped Gem
    7.8/10(227 votes)

    #13 - Eyebrow Anonymous Trapped Gem

    S2:E3

    When Tim accidentally shaves off a huge chunk of eyebrow before an important photoshoot, he hopes Jen and Colleen's grooming expertise can fix it. Also, when Gigi passes away, Greg makes an anonymous donation with the money she left him, but later realizes he wants to be recognized for it; John learns firsthand what Gigi's life was like at the nursing home; and Joan honors her mother's memory with unusual jewelry.

    Director:Chad Lowe
    Writer:Barbara 'Barbie' Adler

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  14. Life in Pieces Season 4 Episode 8 - X Box Glimpse Spotlight
    7.8/10(170 votes)

    #14 - X Box Glimpse Spotlight

    S4:E8

    Heather and Tim try not to freak out when they get an emergency text from Samantha to pick her up in the middle of the night; Tim endures an embarrassing public situation; John accidentally walks in on Jen while she's breastfeeding the baby.

    Director:Natalia Anderson
    Writer:Nadiya Chettiar

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  15. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 16 - Tattoo Valentine Guitar Pregnant
    7.7/10(245 votes)

    #15 - Tattoo Valentine Guitar Pregnant

    S1:E16

    When Tyler and Clementine go to a guitar store, Tyler gets uncomfortable when the attractive salesman, Ian, repeatedly hits on her. Also, Tim’s tattoo artist, Lois makes a spelling error on a tattoo he got as a Valentine’s Day surprise for Heather, Matt’s plan to celebrate Valentine’s Day with Colleen doesn’t go as well as he hoped, and Greg and Jen discuss whether they should have another baby

    Director:Jason Winer
    Writer:Alec Sulkin

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  16. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 17 - Hair Recital Rainbow Mom
    7.7/10(254 votes)

    #16 - Hair Recital Rainbow Mom

    S1:E17

    When John starts feeling old, he attempts to make himself look younger, much to the dismay of his family. Also, Heather worries that Sophia’s piano recital will be a disaster; Jen, Greg and Lark go to an over-the-top birthday party full of overachieving parents who make them panic about getting Lark into a good preschool; and Matt meets Colleen’s mother, Mia, for the first time.

    Director:Ken Whittingham
    Writer:Elizabeth Tippet

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  17. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 20 - Prank Assistant Gum Puppy
    7.7/10(237 votes)

    #17 - Prank Assistant Gum Puppy

    S1:E20

    Greg feels threatened by Jen's handsome assistant; Tim and Heather plan a prank.

    Director:Chad Lowe
    Writer:Barbara 'Barbie' Adler

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  18. Life in Pieces Season 1 Episode 21 - Cinderella Fantasy Prom Dougie
    7.7/10(244 votes)

    #18 - Cinderella Fantasy Prom Dougie

    S1:E21

    Tim thinks wearing a Cinderella dress during March Madness is good luck, so he refuses to take it off in hopes his alma mater will win. Also, Greg fantasizes about what to write in a birthday card for his boss, Tyler goes to prom and must withstand unsolicited advice from his parents and grandparents, and Jen sets Matt up on a blind date with her coworker, Dougie.

    Director:Phil Traill
    Writer:Joe Cristalli

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  19. Life in Pieces Season 2 Episode 6 - Boxing Opinion Spider Beard
    7.7/10(217 votes)

    #19 - Boxing Opinion Spider Beard

    S2:E6

    John's plan to encourage Samantha to skip her ballet class and take up boxing with his trainer, Troy, behind her mother Heather's back has unexpected consequences. Also, Jen tries to discreetly seek a second opinion when Tim tells her she needs tonsil surgery; Joan constantly scares Matt by hiding spiders around him; and Greg grows a wiry beard that irritates Jen.

    Director:Jason Winer
    Writer:Lesley Wake Webster

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  20. Life in Pieces Season 2 Episode 7 - Swim Survivor Zen Talk
    7.7/10(215 votes)

    #20 - Swim Survivor Zen Talk

    S2:E7

    When John decides to try out for "Survivor," Tim gets jealous and attempts to undermine his audition tape. Also, Colleen confesses she can't swim when she and Matt discuss Hawaii as a honeymoon destination; Jen pretends to get hooked on meditation so she can use the time to play cell phone games; and Heather gives Sophia the "sex" talk.

    Director:Jude Weng
    Writer:Joe Cristalli

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  21. Life in Pieces Season 2 Episode 9 - #TBT: Y2K Sophia Honeymoon Critter
    7.7/10(231 votes)

    #21 - #TBT: Y2K Sophia Honeymoon Critter

    S2:E9

    The Shorts take a trip down memory lane with a #TBT to Y2K, when John and Joan throw a party to celebrate the turn of the century. Also, #TBT to Heather and Tim's parenting styles before they had Sophia.

    Director:Jason Winer
    Writer:Marcos Luevanos

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  22. Life in Pieces Season 3 Episode 1 - Settlement Pacifier Attic Unsyncing
    7.7/10(208 votes)

    #22 - Settlement Pacifier Attic Unsyncing

    S3:E1

    When the entire Hughes family moves into John and Joan's home after their kitchen is destroyed, their presence creates chaos for Joan. Also, Matt and Colleen are set to receive a huge monetary settlementfrom Colleen's fall off the motel balcony on their wedding night; John tries to get Sophia back on track when she starts misbehaving; Tyler and Clementine make a surprise announcement to the family; and Jen and Greg attempt to persuade Lark to get rid of her pacifier.

    Director:John Riggi
    Writer:Justin Adler

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  23. Life in Pieces Season 3 Episode 5 - Meal Potty Cart Middle
    7.7/10(207 votes)

    #23 - Meal Potty Cart Middle

    S3:E5

    When Tim and Heather go to an expensive dinner to celebrate their anniversary, they are determined to finish every bite of their pricey 20-course meal. Also, Jen and Greg try to quickly potty-train Lark before her first day of preschool; Tyler gets jealous of the attention Clementine is getting at work; and Matt and Samantha team up for a “Middle Child Day” and go to a trapeze school.

    Director:Jonathan Judge
    Writer:Jordan Young

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  24. Life in Pieces Season 3 Episode 19 - #TBT: House Destiny Introduction Retirement
    7.7/10(170 votes)

    #24 - #TBT: House Destiny Introduction Retirement

    S3:E19

    The Short family's quirky history is revealed with stories of when Tim met Heather's family for the first time; when Jen and Greg bought their dream home; when Matt got sidetracked after he saw Colleen while waiting for a blind date; and John's last flight before retiring.

    Director:Chad Lowe
    Writer:Sarah Tapscott

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  25. Life in Pieces Season 3 Episode 21 - Video Piercing Model Hangover
    7.7/10(171 votes)

    #25 - Video Piercing Model Hangover

    S3:E21

    Jen and Greg find out a surprising piece of news. Also, Sophia wants to get a second piercing in her ear, to the dismay of Heather and Tim; Colleen and Matt send out a video thank you message for their wedding gifts that irritates the family; and John takes a modeling job but is horrified when he finds out his image is used alongside a product for the elderly.

    Director:James Alan Hensz
    Writer:Kyle Mack

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Twelve Shorts of Christmas" is the best rated episode of "Life in Pieces". It scored 8.4/10 based on 230 votes. Directed by Jeffrey Walker and written by Joe Cristalli, it aired on 12/21/2017. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Godparent Turkey Corn Farts".