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There Is No Line

An entitled young writer and a waning comedy legend must put aside their differences to save their careers.

Primm

Deborah tests Ava's limits.

A Gig's A Gig

Ava gains insight into Deborah's past.

D'Jewelry

At DJ's jewelry expo, Ava comes to better understand Deborah and DJ's complicated mother-daughter relationship. Deborah receives an unexpected piece of ammunition against Marty.

Falling

Deborah blackmails Marty. Ava has a wild night to remember in Vegas that puts everything in perspective.

New Eyes

While Deborah recovers from surgery, she and Ava have a unique bonding experience when Deborah dispels a major misperception about her past.

Tunnel of Love

DJ's birthday party becomes a surprise dual function. Meanwhile, Deborah and Marty reconnect.

1.69 Million

With a little encouragement from Ava, Deborah’s unpolished set sparks a career-defining moment.

Interview

Ava tries to keep a secret from Deborah, but someone in Deborah’s inner-circle leverages the truth. Meanwhile, Deborah stares down the barrel of her first radically honest show.

I Think She Will

For her final performance at the Palmetto, Deborah must decide between playing it safe and putting her entire career on the line. Meanwhile, Ava deals with a family crisis.

There Will Be Blood

Deborah eagerly anticipates trying out her new material on the road, while Ava dreads the fallout of an explosive email.

Quid Pro Quo

Deborah embraces tour life. Ava grapples with the value of honesty. Jimmy learns the harsh realities of Hollywood dealmaking.

Trust the Process

Deborah continues to workshop her material on the road, as Ava adapts to a new lifestyle. Marcus is overwhelmed by life without Wilson.

The Captain's Wife

While Deb struggles to connect with her audience on a cruise, Ava finds herself an unexpected hit.

Retired

An impromptu detour finds Deborah reckoning with long-held guilt while reconnecting with a former comedian friend.

The Click

A girls’ night out finds Ava attempting to connect with her mother – and Deborah embracing some unexpected company.

On the Market

Deborah and her team head to LA to pitch her new set as a comedy special.

The One, The Only

Deborah prepares to take the stage for her taping as Ava deals with a new opportunity.

Just for Laughs

Better Late

The Roast of Deborah Vance

After learning there’s a Late Night vacancy, Deborah snaps into high gear to make sure everything -- and everyone -- is perfect for her upcoming roast. While Ava consults Kiki about boundary-setting, DJ invites Deborah to speak at her NA meeting.

Join the Club

Deborah is invited to hang with some of her favorite comedians, Jimmy finally lands a general meeting with Winnie, and Marcus recruits Ava for trivia.

One Day

As Deborah contends with writer’s block and Ava with a broken heart, the pair decide to clear their heads in the woods.

Power Play

As Deborah contends with writer’s block and Ava with a broken heart, the pair decide to clear their heads in the woods.

The Deborah Vance Christmas Spectacular

Deborah braces for Kathy’s attendance at her Christmas party, while Jimmy and Kayla refuse to call it quits on the comedian’s Late Night dreams.

Yes, And

A calendar mix-up finds Deborah double booked ... just as an unfortunate supercut of her most problematic early jokes starts circulating.

Bulletproof

As Deborah works to perfect her second run at Late Night, Ava receives a dream offer, and Jimmy and Kayla seek to grow their company.

Big, Brave Girl

Furious with Ava for forcing her way into the head writer position, Deborah stops at nothing to get her removed from Late Night. As Ava attempts to beat her boss at her own game, Marcus prepares for a difficult conversation with Deborah.

Cover Girls

As Deborah and Ava’s feud threatens the future of their show, Jimmy and Kayla have their own struggles.

What Happens in Vegas

Though reeling from their meeting with Winnie, Deborah and Ava continue to clash over creative control on their writers' "retreat" in Vegas – all while pressure mounts to craft the perfect opening sketch.

I Love LA

During a dress rehearsal, Deborah experiences a shocking "first" that stands to throw her off her game. Meanwhile, Ava makes a connection at a sex shop. Then, Deborah takes the stage for her first episode of Late Night.

Clickable Face

After a focus group reveals a weak performance with women, Deborah does whatever it takes to connect with the coveted demo, while Kayla and Jimmy set out to book a suitable guest, and Ava desperately tries to maintain the show's integrity.

Mrs. Table

Deborah receives the "Courage in Comedy" award, while Late Night books a last-minute guest. Meanwhile, Ava reaches her breaking point at the show.

D'Christening

Deborah and Ava continue to try to get Late Night to rise in the ratings. Meanwhile, as Jimmy and Kayla attempt to rein in Dance Mom's newfound success, DJ's son's christening creates some friction between mother and daughter.

Witch of the Week

Deborah pitches a new approach for the show. Nina arrives with a plan for Ava's future. Jimmy struggles to keep up, while Kayla fields an offer.

A Slippery Slope

When Late Night is forced to censor an interview, Deborah and Ava get inadvertently embroiled in controversy. Meanwhile, Jimmy hits rock bottom and Kayla gains clarity on where she belongs.

Heaven

Deborah deals with a difficult contract negotiation.

EGOT

After returning from Singapore to a career further smeared by Bob Lipka, Deborah decides to shift the narrative and focus on achieving EGOT status.

Number One Fan

After she's turned down by Madison Square Garden, Deborah's attempt to reignite her fanbase doesn't go as planned. Meanwhile, Jimmy unexpectedly gets to pitch one of his idols, and Ava meets her first fan.

No New Tricks

Deborah hits it off with the Palmetto's new artist in residence. Marcus sets out to save a historic casino, and Marty has uninvited wedding guests.

Who's Making Dinner?

Ava finds inspiration at a 50th anniversary event for Who's Making Dinner?, while Deborah is reminded of painful memories.

D'Amazing Race

When The Amazing Race announces a celebrity edition, DJ holds Deborah to her longstanding promise of partnering up. After Deborah gives her blessing, Ava attempts to secure the rights for her Who's Making Dinner? reboot.

QuikScribbl

With construction on The Diva heading way over budget, Deborah meets with an AI investor, causing friction between her and Ava. Meanwhile, Jimmy and Kayla head out on a road trip after being tasked with landing the new casino's comic in residence.