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The Carmichael Show: Season 1

6 episodes Premiered Aug 26, 2015 Updated Oct 23, 2026

Season 1 Episodes

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Mytharc (4): Crucial lore & season climaxes

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S1·E1 Mytharc

Pilot

Aug 26, 2015 · 22 min

Jerrod moves in with his girlfriend, yet he's reluctant to tell his opinionated parents about the new living arrangement.

S1·E2 Core

Protest

Aug 26, 2015 · 22 min

A protest breaks out in the community, causing divisions in the family over social activism and complicating Jarrod's birthday celebration.

S1·E3 Core

Kale

Sep 2, 2015 · 22 min

Jerrod encourages his parents to lead healthier lifestyles, but his efforts backfire and cause a family debate about health, aging and death.

S1·E4 Mytharc

Gender

Sep 2, 2015 · 22 min

Jerrod mentors a teen, who reveals a secret about his sexuality, leading to a family discussion about gender roles. Meanwhile, Bobby is served with divorce papers.

S1·E5 Mytharc

Prayer

Sep 9, 2015 · 22 min

A visit from Reverend Carlson leads to eye-opening conversation about religion, especially within Jerrod and Maxine's relationship.

S1·E6 Mytharc

Guns

Sep 9, 2015 · 22 min

Maxine finds a gun that belongs to Jerrod, triggering a family debate about gun control and power dynamics in relationships.