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A gay man with mild cerebral palsy decides to rewrite his identity as an accident victim and finally go after the life he wants.
Season 1
5.0/101 votesChapter One: Cerebral LOLzy
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/12/2019
In the wake of being hit by a car, Ryan begins a coveted internship and finds an opportunity to redefine himself based on his recent run-in.
Director: Anna Dokoza
Writer: Ryan O'Connell
6.0/101 votesChapter Two: The Deep End
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/12/2019
Kim encourages a daunted Ryan to be more comfortable with his body at Olivia's pool party, where they both make some surprising new friends.
Director: Anna Dokoza
Writer: Ryan O'Connell
4.0/102 votesChapter Three: Free Scones
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/12/2019
Karen reluctantly agrees to help Ryan find an apartment while Kim eagerly volunteers to help him check another big milestone off his list.
Director: Anna Dokoza
Writer: Ryan O'Connell
7.0/101 votesChapter Four: Housechilling Party
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/12/2019
Ryan's underwhelming attempt at a housewarming party leads to a bonding session with Kim. Karen's nest doesn't stay empty for long.
Director: Anna Dokoza
Writer: Ryan O'Connell
7.0/101 votesChapter Five: Vagina Momologues
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/12/2019
Karen's shopping trip is cut short as she tends to pressing matters for her mother and Ryan, fueling frustrations with her role as dual-caregiver.
Director: Anna Dokoza
Writer: Ryan O'Connell
8.0/101 votesChapter Six: Straight Potential
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 4/12/2019
While Ryan attends a dudes' poker night, Karen lets loose with Phil at home, basking in her affection for him -- and for grilled cheese.
Director: Anna Dokoza
Writer: Ryan O'Connell
3.5/102 votesChapter Seven: Blind Deaf Date
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 4/12/2019
An unconventional blind date leads Ryan to examine his own biases and insecurities. Friction develops in Karen and Phil's burgeoning romance.
Director: Anna Dokoza
Writer: Ryan O'Connell
4.5/102 votesChapter Eight: Gay Gardens
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 4/12/2019
Conflicted by how he's being defined, Ryan decides to come clean at work and with his friends. But focusing on himself leaves Karen feeling left out.
Director: Anna Dokoza
Writer: Ryan O'Connell