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s05e13 · 2021-04-01
Ended · US
American Housewife
ABC Scripted
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Katie Otto, a confident, unapologetic wife and mother of three, raises her flawed family in the wealthy town of Westport, Connecticut, filled with "perfect" mommies and their "perfect" offspring. Katie's perfectly imperfect world is upended when her neighbor's decision to move notches her up from her ideal social standing and sets her on a path to ensure that doesn't happen, regardless of the consequences.Luckily, her husband, Greg Otto, supports her in every way possible, but with a dash of reality thrown in as they work to ensure their children do not end up like everyone else. However, that isn't going to be easy when her oldest teenage daughter, Taylor, is already set on the "perfect" path; middle son Oliver has one goal in life: to be rich; and her youngest, Anna Kat, needs a little extra help navigating life. Then there are her friends, Angela and Doris, who help Katie keep it all in perspective and are the allies she needs in a town where "keeping it real" is not a compliment.Despite her flaws and unconventional ways, Katie ultimately only wants the best for her kids and will fight tooth-and-nail to instill some good old-fashioned values in them, if it's the last thing she does.
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20 this season · 103 totals04e01 The Minivan 2019-09-28 00:00
The Minivan
As the Otto family ushers in a new era, Katie and Greg make the emotional decision to sell the family minivan. Meanwhile, Oliver suffers a setback that forces him to rethink how to accomplish his goals.
s04e02 Bed, Bath & Beyond Our Means 2019-10-05 00:00
Bed, Bath & Beyond Our Means
Katie's life is turned upside down when her notoriously elusive boss, Whitney, pops into town and promotes Katie to VP of Events. Meanwhile, a colleague's death pushes Greg towards an existential crisis.
s04e03 Bigger Kids, Bigger Problems 2019-10-12 00:00
Bigger Kids, Bigger Problems
When Anna-Kat's school lunch lady refuses to make simple eco-friendly changes in the school cafeteria, Greg enlists the help of his friend and fellow environmentalist Bill Doty. In an attempt to win over the lunch lady, they put on a show at the school highlighting the importance of recycling; but when those efforts fail, Greg is forced to call in reinforcements: 'Mr. Green'! Meanwhile, Katie discovers that Taylor went behind her back to obtain a prescription for birth control; things quickly go from bad to worse when Katie learns that Angela is the one who took her to get the prescription.
s04e04 Lasagna 2019-10-19 00:00
Lasagna
Greg hosts a meeting for the Westport Historical Guild to welcome back Stan, and Katie's homemade lasagna is a huge hit with the guys. After Stan makes several trips back for seconds and begins spending an inordinate amount of time at the Otto house, Chloe Brown Mueller becomes convinced that Katie and Stan must be having an extra-marital affair. Meanwhile, Angela and Doris step in to help Oliver with his Teen Help Line Interview.
s04e05 The Maze 2019-10-26 00:00
The Maze
Katie ignores Greg's warning and takes Anna-Kat through a terrifying zombie-themed maze at the annual Halloween carnival. Once inside, Katie quickly regrets her decision and sends Anna-Kat to find help. Meanwhile, Greg has entered a pumpkin carving contest and is ready to go head-to-head against the previous year's winners.
s04e06 Girls' Night Out 2019-11-02 00:00
Girls' Night Out
With Katie's 40th birthday fast approaching, her self-esteem starts to wane. So Greg encourages her to go out and enjoy a night on the town with the girls, even suggesting she leave her wedding ring behind for a night of faux-single, silly fun. Meanwhile, Angela receives devastating news that will turn Doris' life upside down. While Katie is away, Greg enlists the kids' help to create a birthday present that is a heartfelt reminder of how much she is loved.
s04e07 Flavor of Westport 2019-11-16 01:00
Flavor of Westport
Katie teams up with Oliver in hopes of growing her lasagna-making endeavor from hobby to serious business venture. Meanwhile, a bout of writer's block forces Greg to look at new career opportunities. When a young YouTube sensation enlists Greg's help to ghostwrite his memoir, Greg is pushed out of his comfort zone.
s04e08 Women in Business 2019-11-23 01:00
Women in Business
Katie's feud with Chloe Brown Mueller is reignited when Oliver discovers Chloe's attempts to sabotage Katie's lasagna business. Meanwhile, Anna-Kat and Franklin play matchmaker for Principal Amblin in an attempt to secure more privileges at school.
s04e09 Hip to Be Square 2019-11-30 01:00
Hip to Be Square
In an effort to stay connected, Katie and Greg look into activities that they can enjoy as a couple. Meanwhile, Anna-Kat has her own hurdles to overcome when Franklin shines at square dancing and she fails miserably. Plus, Tripp struggles with the idea of Taylor going away to college.
s04e10 The Bromance Before Christmas 2019-12-14 01:00
The Bromance Before Christmas
Katie looks forward to sharing her favorite childhood Christmas tradition with Taylor, but a surprise visit from her mom, Kathryn, threatens her holiday cheer. Meanwhile, Greg is blindsided by Katie's good intentions; and to make matters worse, Oliver and Anna-Kat break a family heirloom.
s04e11 One Step Forward, Three Steps Back 2020-01-18 01:00
One Step Forward, Three Steps Back
When Anna-Kat begins exhibiting past OCD behaviors, Katie and Greg worry their busy schedules are disrupting the family. Meanwhile, Oliver fields a call at the Teen Help Line center that rattles him. And, Taylor and Trip attempt a trial run at being in a long-distance relationship.
s04e12 Wildflower Girls 2020-01-25 01:00
Wildflower Girls
Katie grows concerned when Anna-Kat is invited to join Westport's elite scout troop, The Wildflower Girls. Meanwhile, Taylor learns her Carnegie Mellon interview is scheduled with famous alumnus and Broadway star Brecken Phillips ; and, Oliver befriends the school recluse, Trevor.
s04e13 The Great Cookie Challenge 2020-02-01 01:00
The Great Cookie Challenge
When Katie learns that the top prize is an all-expense paid vacation, she doubles her efforts to help Anna-Kat win top prize in cookie sales against her fellow troop members, The Wildflower Girls. Meanwhile, Oliver's attempt to help a student he befriends through the Teen Help Line center backfires.
s04e14 A Very English Scandal 2020-03-19 01:31
A Very English Scandal
Against Greg's wishes, Katie sets out to play match maker for British Greg. Meanwhile, Oliver goes along with a rumor at school about his sexual identity to help a classmate feel accepted.
s04e15 In My Room 2020-03-26 01:31
In My Room
Katie finds an old piece of furniture in the basement and sets out to recreate her and Greg's first apartment, reminiscent of a time when life was simpler. Meanwhile, Greg enjoys an unexpected benefit of being the victim of Lonnie's relentless practical jokes.
s04e16 The Battle for Second Breakfast 2020-04-02 01:31
The Battle for Second Breakfast
Katie begins to feel like the third wheel when the topic at second breakfast starts revolving solely around Angela and Doris' new relationships. Meanwhile, Greg struggles with Anna-Kat's newfound independence.
s04e17 All Is Fair in Love and War Reenactment 2020-04-16 01:00
All Is Fair in Love and War Reenactment
Katie reminds Anna-Kat that she is a strong, independent, young woman and encourages her to start standing up for herself when dealing with Taylor. Meanwhile, Oliver feels left out when Greg invites Lonnie, Trip and Franklin to join him at the Historical Guild's latest reenactment.
s04e18 Senior Prank 2020-04-23 01:00
Senior Prank
Against Greg's better judgment, Katie pushes Taylor to lighten up and participate in her school's senior prank; Anna-Kat asks Oliver to give Franklin a makeover so he won't embarrass himself at a classmate's party.
s04e19 Vacation! 2020-05-07 01:00
Vacation!
After Anna-Kat's big win with The Wildflower Girls, the Ottos head to California for an all-expenses paid family vacation. But when her birthday coincides with their trip, Katie is determined to have a relaxing kid-free day, one where she and Greg are free to do whatever they want. Meanwhile, Taylor loses all her money on Hollywood Boulevard and Anna-Kat is forced into busking to get them out of trouble; and after crashing their trip, Cooper surprises Katie by making her birthday wish come true.
s04e20 Prom 2020-05-14 01:00
Prom
Katie confronts a classmate's mom when she suspects Anna-Kat is being bullied at school. Meanwhile, Taylor sets out to complete the final item on her life skills checklist - teaching Greg to shoot a three-pointer - so that she can attend her senior prom. At the same time, Oliver is sympathetic when a caller at the Teen Help Line confides that no one asked her to prom.