A Guy, a Girl: Season 1
Episode Guide
Season 1 Progress Shield
Au lit (1)
Oct 11, 1999 · 6 min
Aside from an intimate moment spent examining their bodies together, Jean and Alex are not on the same wavelength: Jean reveals the killer's identity in the mystery novel Alex is r
Déjeuner chez la belle-mère (1)
Oct 12, 1999 · 6 min
Chouchou and Loulou are at Alex's mother's place. Jean would happily have skipped the visit, as his mother-in-law keeps taking nasty digs at him—though he knows how to give as good
Le shopping
Oct 13, 1999 · 6 min
Shopping isn't Jean's favorite pastime—unlike Alexandra's. He tags along, lets her pick out his clothes, and offers his opinion... all while feeling bored and just wishing it were
Reçoivent Jeannette et Daniel
Oct 14, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex are hosting Daniel and Jeannette for dinner. While talking to Daniel, Jean feels like he is the only guy at the table, whereas Alex appreciates Daniel's "feminine" si
Chez le psy (1)
Oct 15, 1999 · 6 min
It’s our couple’s first therapy session. Alex loves talking about herself—and speaking for Jean—to criticize him and reveal his secrets, even the ones she doesn't tell him... she l
Dans la cuisine (1)
Oct 18, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex are in the kitchen. In certain situations—whether intentional or not—they act like real children: Jean puts Alex’s stuffed animal in the microwave, and it comes out c
Dans la salle de bain (1)
Oct 19, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex are in the bathroom. It’s not easy for Jean to get any peace and quiet in there—what with Alex’s interrogations, the favors she asks for, and her makeup sessions... p
Au chalet (1)
Oct 20, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex are staying in a chalet with their friends, Daniel and Jeannette. The trip begins with a disagreement over who will take which room. That is not the only conflict, ho
Chez le psy (2)
Oct 22, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex find themselves back at the therapist's office. They discuss issues in their relationship and personal lives and try to find solutions, but reaching a compromise is f
Jouent aux cartes
Oct 25, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and his buddies are playing poker, but since her girls' night out has been cancelled, Alex crashes the game. Naturally, she talks more than she plays, gives away Jean's hand,
Dans la salle de bain (2)
Oct 26, 1999 · 6 min
Alex and Jean are in the bathroom, discussing the idea that wanting to be alone in the restroom is ridiculous. Jean wants some peace and quiet in there, but Alex thinks that’s sill
Font de la gym (1)
Oct 27, 1999 · 6 min
Alex and Jean are working out at the gym. Where there’s a workout, there’s a trainer—something Alex is quite happy about. While "Chouchou"—who is bored out of her mind—jumps at any
Aux urgences
Oct 28, 1999 · 6 min
Alex, having injured her ankle, heads to the emergency room accompanied by Jean. The wait is long—something that really irritates Jean—and Alex’s conversation doesn't help matters.
En convalescence
Oct 29, 1999 · 6 min
Alex has her foot in a cast and is taking the opportunity to be pampered by her man. Jean is patient and kind, but he isn't fooled by his wife's little game. However, this won't la
Jouent au golf
Nov 1, 1999 · 6 min
Jean takes Alex golfing. He teaches her the basics of the game, but she doesn't get it at all and is terrible at it. Jean grows exasperated and stops being able to relax. In any ca
Au lit (2)
Nov 2, 1999 · 6 min
When Jean writes a declaration of love to Alex, she is more concerned with his French errors... Likewise, their cuddles are disrupted by Alex's off-the-wall remarks. On the other h
Fêtent le gars
Nov 3, 1999 · 6 min
It’s Jean’s birthday. He is celebrating with Daniel, Jeannette, and—of course—Alex at a Japanese restaurant. However, the conversation is decidedly feminine, as are the gifts, whic
Chez le psy (3)
Nov 5, 1999 · 6 min
Alex and Jean consult several psychologists who use various techniques—such as the "mirror method," designed to resolve their relationship issues by confronting them with their own
Font leur comptes
Nov 8, 1999 · 6 min
Chouchou and Loulou are paying their bills. It’s a good thing Jean is there, because Alex has no idea how to sort through the paperwork and would rather not deal with it at all—pap
Répondent à la porte (1)
Nov 9, 1999 · 6 min
There are frequent knocks at the door of our two lovebirds, and the visitors aren't necessarily trustworthy—cults, religious groups, thugs... but Alex and Jean look out for each ot
À l'animalerie
Nov 10, 1999 · 6 min
Alex wants a pet, whereas Jean does not. But Alex insists; she is even willing to accept any kind of pet just to get Jean to give in. After many discussions, Jean agrees to the dog
Le chien
Nov 11, 1999 · 6 min
It’s official! The dog (Brioche) is home! Alex is absolutely besotted, whereas Jean is annoyed: ever since the dog arrived, Alex has eyes only for him—so much for their private mom
Au camping (1)
Nov 12, 1999 · 6 min
Chouchou and Loulou have gone camping. It’s a treat for Alex but not for Jean, who really isn't the outdoorsy type—in fact, he’s brought along all the comforts of modern life: a co
À la banque
Nov 15, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex are at the bank. Jean keeps a close eye on his accounts, yet there are problems. You don't have to look far for the reason: it's Alex. She doesn't know how to use the
Au lit (3)
Nov 16, 1999 · 6 min
When Jean is in bed, Alex is obsessed with housework—going so far as to wake her man up bright and early, even on weekends. At least it saves him from having nightmares about his m
Déjeuner chez la belle-mère (2)
Nov 17, 1999 · 6 min
The couple is having lunch at his mother-in-law's place. Believe it or not, Jean is making an effort to patch things up with her—though she really ought to make an effort in return
À la librairie
Nov 18, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex find themselves surrounded by books. Alex is particularly drawn to titles about relationships and how to improve them—books with a strong feminist slant that Jean fin
Cocktail au bureau
Nov 19, 1999 · 6 min
The couple attends a cocktail party hosted by Isabelle at Jean’s office—a setup that guarantees bad moods and jealous outbursts from Alex. Jean does nothing to help matters; he doe
Au vidéoclub
Nov 22, 1999 · 6 min
Chouchou and Loulou are going to rent some videos. Since they don't share the same tastes, it's not easy finding movies to watch together—except for X-rated ones, though returning
Au téléphone (1)
Nov 23, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex are each in their respective offices, talking to one another on the phone. Alex calls Jean to ask existential questions about their relationship or even to run tests—
Chez le médecin
Nov 24, 1999 · 6 min
The couple has a doctor's appointment. The wait is long, but the pair keeps busy with magazines. Once they are with the doctor, they each ask their questions. Jean isn't entirely a
Au mariage des amis
Nov 26, 1999 · 6 min
Daniel and Jeannette are getting married. Jean and Alex hold completely opposing views, which sparks a conflict. Alex is a proponent of marriage and hangs on the priest's every wor
À l'hôtel
Nov 29, 1999 · 6 min
Alex and Jean are in a beautiful hotel room to celebrate their first time together. Things don't go quite as Jean had planned: Alex is ovulating, his mother-in-law has the room's p
En voiture (1)
Nov 30, 1999 · 6 min
Alex decides to get behind the wheel with Jean’s help—or rather, his criticism. It has to be said that the couple is very relaxed—perhaps too much so: what with the cigarette, the
Au cinéma (1)
Dec 1, 1999 · 6 min
The couple is at the movies. Although they don't share the same interests, it’s clear that Jean can be moved to tears by a film, while Alex is far from brave when watching a horror
Vont dîner chez Jeannette et Daniel
Dec 2, 1999 · 6 min
Our guy and girl are staying with Jeannette and Daniel. When Jean isn't clashing with Alex, he gets a bit bored. It has to be said that other people's tastes aren't really his thin
Au supermarché (1)
Dec 6, 1999 · 6 min
Jean really isn't used to grocery shopping, and it’s far from being something he enjoys—admittedly, Alex doesn't make it any easier. Still, nothing beats a bit of childish play or
Au resto avec Isabelle
Dec 8, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex are at a restaurant with Isa. Right from the start, Alex grows jealous of Isa and makes it very clear to Jean. She tries hard to show herself off, but it’s a bit of a
Soirée télévision
Dec 9, 1999 · 6 min
It’s a TV night for the couple... well, mostly a night of talking for Alex—something that really gets on Jean’s nerves. They watch everything, but they don't see the shows the same
Au bowling
Dec 10, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex are bowling with Jeannette and Daniel. Alex has absolutely no clue what he's doing and struggles to get the hang of the rules and the game itself—something that reall
Rénovation
Dec 13, 1999 · 6 min
Our couple has a very unique way of handling home improvements. Alex does everything to dodge the work—clothes, phone calls, you name it. As for Jean, true to form, he remains his
La voyante
Dec 14, 1999 · 6 min
Chouchou and Loulou are visiting a fortune teller. It is immediately apparent that their concerns differ: Loulou is more worried about his poorly parked car and the football scores
Le métro
Dec 15, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex are on the subway, and public transport certainly isn't the place where Alex becomes any less of a control freak or any less talkative. On the contrary, she chats wit
Dans un bar
Dec 16, 1999 · 6 min
The couple is at the bar with Daniel and Jeannette. The atmosphere is lively; Alex cracks a joke at Jean's expense, and they even dance—perhaps a bit too much for Jean's liking...
Au spa
Dec 17, 1999 · 6 min
Jean and Alex are enjoying a short thalassotherapy getaway. There’s nothing better for unwinding, even though their schedule is packed with activities. Plus, they have to send post