7.3

Phony•Season 1•Episode 1

Pilot

7.3/10 · 218 votesOct 20, 202636 min

Ranked #4 of 5 in Season 1•−0.3 vs season avg

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Sonny awakens from a car accident to find his mom, Ellen, looks slightly different.

Directed byNick Paley

Written byNick Paley

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Seasons1

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Season 1 Episodes5

E1 7.3Now viewing

Pilot

E2 7.4

Crosby, Stills and Nash

E3 7.4

Reverse Cuckoo Situation

E4 6.4

Vibes Are Rancid

E5 9.5

House of Dog

Cast7

Connie Britton

Ellen

Sam Nivola

Sonny

Grace Brennan

Mallory

Maliq Johnson

Vogel

Meera Syal

Sharla

Colter Lee

Weldon

Mahaela Park

Chloe

Crew2

Nick Paley

Writer

Nick Paley

Director

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Episode Summary

"Pilot" is episode 1 of Phony season 1. It scored 7.3/10 from 218 votes, ranking #4 of 5 episodes this season (season average 7.6). Directed by Nick Paley and written by Nick Paley, it aired on October 20, 2026.

Next: E2 · Crosby, Stills and Nash Best of Season 1