The read
A Balasaur Score of 80 out of 100, drawn from IMDb 8.1/10. 3 seasons across 33 episodes so far, still running. Streaming on Apple TV+.
Synopsis
Jimmy is struggling to grieve the loss of his wife while being a dad, friend, and therapist. He decides to try a new approach with everyone in his path: unfiltered, brutal honesty. Will it make things better—or unleash uproarious chaos?
Ratings
IMDb8.1/10
713 audience votes
Seasons
| 1 | Season 1 | 10 ep2023 |
| 2 | Season 2 | 12 ep2024 |
| 3 | Season 3 | 11 ep2026 |
Key crew
- Tom HoweOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Jason SegelJimmy
- Harrison FordDr. Paul Rhodes
- Jessica WilliamsGaby
- Luke TennieSean
- Michael UrieBrian
- Lukita MaxwellAlice
- Christa MillerLiz
- Ted McGinleyDerek
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Themes
therapistgrieving widowerpsychologistteenage daughternext door neighbormentor protégé relationshipgrievingdramedydeath of wifeworkplace comedygrieving daughterfather daughter relationship
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