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Season 1

Life happens between takes.

Where to Watch Season 1

17 Episodes

The Pilot
E1
The PilotStudio City follows the life of Hollywood actor Sam Stevens and the cast of Hearts on Fire, America's number two daytime drama, as they navigate the chaotic world of soap operas and their own messy personal lives.
Everything It Looks Like
E2
Everything It Looks LikeLaurie's concern for Doc continues to grow. Sam reluctantly meets up with Delilah to hear her story.
My Authentic Life
E3
My Authentic LifeSam's Hearts on Fire character gets a new storyline, but he gets a dose of reality when he goes to a meeting with Max.
Oh, Bella
E4
Oh, BellaA surprise guest star stirs up trouble on the set of Hearts on Fire.
No More Doctors
E5
No More DoctorsLaurie decides to help Delilah and knows just the person to call. Doc gives Laurie some sobering news.
A Girl from Oklahoma
E6
A Girl from OklahomaThe tension between Sam and Gloria grows as he looks for new opportunities but a conversation between Sam and his mother could derail it all.
Walk Away
E7
Walk AwayAfter weeks of unrest, Laurie ( Sarah Joy Brown ) reaches out to her step-brother Sam ( Sean Kanan ) for help with Doc ( Emmy award winner Tristan Rogers ). Gloria ( Carolyn Hennesy ) keeps the cast and crew on edge wile laying out some new demands.
Babies Are Everything
E8
Babies Are EverythingSam's ( Sean Kanan) new commercial airs on national television while his agent, Bryan (Michael James Lazar ) visits an old friend in hopes of getting something going. Laurie ( Sarah Joy Brown ) reaches out to her dad, Doc ( Tristan Rogers ) in hopes of changing his mind.
The Audience Loves Drama
E9
The Audience Loves DramaTensions rise on the set of Hearts on Fire as Gloria Winton ( Carolyn Hennesy ) and Sam Stevens ( Sean Kanan ) clash over the latest script revisions. Bryan Michaels ( Michael James Lazar ) receives important news that sends him into overdrive.
The Audition
E10
The AuditionSam Stevens ( Sean Kanan ) has a run-in with an old friend while auditioning for a new film set up by his agent, Bryan Michaels ( Michael James Lazar ). Sam reconsiders his opinion about his career choices after walking through another set.
Decisions
E11
DecisionsDifficult decisions are made as reflections come to light. Max Carter ( Scott Turner Schofield ) relates some tragic news to his co-worker, Christina Pavlova ( Erin Michele Soto ). Doc ( Emmy winner Tristan Rogers ) makes his wishes known in Violet's ( Patrika Darbo ) absence.
Here's Your Coffee
E12
Here's Your CoffeeSam struggles to strike a balance between work and life now that he is filming his dream role as an action hero in addition to starring in Hearts on Fire. Doc, hiding his opiate addiction, argues with Sam in an attempt to push him away.
America's Abs
E13
America's AbsGloria goes up against the network to keep Hearts of Fire from being canceled. Sam blows up when his first interview for Maximum Velocity II goes sideways. Jacob Y makes a shifty move to take control.
Maximum Velocity
E14
Maximum VelocitySam gets blasted after taking bad advice from his action film co-star, Shelby. Shelby feels trapped when Dennis makes it clear that she's got to pay to play. Delilah puts Sam in check about her paternity.
Stick to the Script
E15
Stick to the ScriptSam's past and present intertwine in an unexpected way. Nick uses Sam's absence from Hearts on Fire to his advantage.
The Real Me
E16
The Real MeSam faces the harsh reality of what it means to be an actor in Hollywood. An emotional Shelby confides in Sam about the ultimate sacrifice she's made for fame.
Chin Up Buttercup
E17
Chin Up ButtercupGloria and Jacoby Y form an alliance to save Hearts on Fire, and themselves. While facing Doc's mortality, Sam and Doc find a peaceful co-existence. Seeking to right his past wrongs, Sam gets vulnerable with Delilah.