Atypical

Season 1

TV-14

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"Atypical" is a coming-of-age story that follows Sam, an 18-year-old on the autistic spectrum, as he searches for love and independence. While Sam is on his funny yet emotional quest of self-discovery, the rest of his family must grapple with change in their own lives as they all struggle with the central theme: what does being normal really mean?

Where to Watch Season 1

8 Episodes

Antarctica
E1
AntarcticaWithin the Autism spectrum, Sam tries handling desires most of his high school colleagues and sister have - dating, being accepted for who he is. Navigating strained relationships, his parents try to face the changes in Sam's life and pursue their interests.
A Human Female
E2
A Human FemaleWhen Sam learns his crush is already taken, dad Doug helps him woo her. A lost credit card sends Elsa back to the bar. Casey hears rumors about Evan.
Julia Says
E3
Julia SaysSam decides to update his look. Casey learns a family secret. Feeling like her family no longer needs her, Elsa seeks attention elsewhere.
A Nice Neutral Smell
E4
A Nice Neutral SmellWhen a classmate shows interest in him, Sam makes a list of pros and cons to see whether she's girlfriend material. Casey gets a prestigious offer.
That’s My Sweatshirt
E5
That’s My SweatshirtSam becomes rattled after Paige invades his bedroom. Casey visits Clayton Prep and gets a taste of what life away from her brother would be like.
The D-Train to Bone Town
E6
The D-Train to Bone TownPaige proposes having an autism-friendly school dance to the PTA. Sam makes preparations for losing his virginity. Doug and Julia help each other.
I Lost My Poor Meatball
E7
I Lost My Poor MeatballWhen Paige makes a confession to Sam, he creates a checklist to figure how he feels. Things with Nick suddenly get too real for Elsa.
The Silencing Properties of Snow
E8
The Silencing Properties of SnowIn the conclusion to the first season, Sam talks to Paige, Casey tries to figure out her relationship with Evan, and family members begin to work through some issues that have been building up. How many secrets will be revealed and how many stay hidden?

Cast of Season 1

Jennifer Jason LeighElsa Gardner / Producer
Keir GilchristSam Gardner
Jack HavenCasey Gardner
Michael RapaportDoug Gardner
Amy OkudaJulia Sasaki

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Watch Season 1 Videos

Atypical: Season 1
Atypical: Season 1Trailer
Atypical: Online Dating
Atypical: Online DatingScene
Atypical: Shopping Trip
Atypical: Shopping TripScene
Atypical: I Kissed A Boy
Atypical: I Kissed A BoyScene
Atypical: Penguins Mate For Life
Atypical: Penguins Mate For LifeScene
Atypical: And That's How You Do It
Atypical: And That's How You Do ItScene
Atypical: I 100 Percent Don't Care
Atypical: I 100 Percent Don't CareScene
Atypical: Sam's Going to Start Dating
Atypical: Sam's Going to Start DatingScene
Atypical: Research on How to Steal a Woman
Atypical: Research on How to Steal a WomanScene