Baskets
Overview
Chip Baskets pursues his aspiration of becoming a French clown, but life has other plans. Struggling with money and a daunting language barrier, he returns to Bakersfield, brimming with ambition. Back home, Chip grapples with unresolved family dynamics while taking on a job as a rodeo clown. His journey is complicated by the rivalry with his siblings, all vying for their mother’s love and attention. Amid the chaos, Chip’s comedic and heartfelt attempts to navigate his dreams and family ties create a uniquely entertaining narrative.
Episodes
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1
Renoir
To truly thrive at French Clown School, a solid grasp of the French language is essential, a lesson that Chip Baskets learns the tough way.
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2
Trainee
Chip mentors a rookie clown at the rodeo, leading to a whirlwind of chaotic and unexpected romance. As their antics unfold, a wild and comical love st...
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3
Strays
When one of Martha's closest friends is killed, she finds herself in a state of shock and grief. Chip steps in to support her during this difficult ti...
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4
Easter in Bakersfield
Tension simmers during the Easter brunch gathering in Bakersfield as family dynamics come to the forefront.
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5
Uncle Dad
While Dale tries to score a great deal on furniture, he entrusts his daughters to Chip, ensuring they’re in good hands during his shopping trip.
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6
DJ Twins
No amount of complimentary bottled water can ease the pain of rejection felt during a family gathering.
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7
Cowboys
Eddie convinces Chip and Martha to join him on a road trip where they set out to serve some cowboy-style justice.
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8
Sugar Pie
Chip takes a sugar pie to his book club meeting.
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9
Picnic
Chip wanders through the streets of Paris, intrigued by a turtle he decides to follow. During his adventure, he crosses paths with Penelope, who adds ...
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10
Family Portrait
Mom navigates her new reality with diabetes, while Dale discovers that cacti require watering just once a year. Meanwhile, Chip finds himself at his l...
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1
Freaks
Chip has to decide between a tarp and snacks.
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2
Reverie
Chips uses the cowboy toilet.
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3
Bail
When Chip is taken into custody, it throws a wrench into Christine's water aerobics routine.
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4
Ronald Reagan Library
Chip expresses his disappointment over Ronald Reagan's decision to leave behind his acting career.
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5
Fight
Dale's time of carefree living comes to an end as Chip and Christine make their long-awaited return to Bakersfield.
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6
Marthager
Martha books Chip a gig at a car crash.
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7
Denver
In Denver, Colorado, Christine samples a classic Denver omelette, immersing herself in the local culinary scene.
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8
Funeral
In an unexpected turn of events, a person aiming to land a punch on Logan mistakenly strikes Cody instead. Chip steps in to mediate the situation and ...
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9
Yard Sale
Martha learns to haggle.
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10
Circus
When Chip aligns himself with the Russians, Christine finds solace at Arby's.
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Wild Horses
Chip learns how to transfer a call.
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2
Finding Eddie
Christine eats a carrot.
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3
Crash
Christine brings the celery
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4
A Night at the Opera
Chip blends the rustic charm of the San Joaquin Valley into his clown performance.
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5
Sweat Equity
Bakersfield gets a frozen yogurt machine.
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6
Thanksgiving
Martha serves tilapia for Thanksgiving.
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7
Women's Conference
While enjoying brunch, Christine and Martha relax to the soothing sounds of harp music.
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8
Commercial
Chip sees a homeless person in a library.
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9
Basque-ets
Chip expresses his disappointment about turning into someone who prefers artificial Christmas trees.
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10
New Year's Eve
What starts as a fun family game of Hungry Hungry Hippos takes a dark turn when tensions rise. As the competition heats up, playful banter turns into ...
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1
Cat People
Susan nearly kills Ronald Reagan.
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2
Baby Chip
Chip picks up Pedialyte.
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3
Homemakers
Martha overindulges in sherry and ends up destroying the pot roast.
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4
Affirmations
Dale decides to order a cheeseburger while at a Chinese restaurant.
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5
Denver Revisited
Ken and Christine find themselves in a tough situation when the carpets in their home turn out to be highly flammable.
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6
Common Room Wake
While attempting to repair the TV antenna, Martha's father loses his balance and tumbles off the roof.
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7
Housewarming
Christine's wedding preparations are thrown into chaos when a carpet crisis arises.
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8
Grandma's Day
Chip wants a life plan.
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9
Mrs. Baskets Goes to Sacramento
Christine's apple pie gets rejected at the security checkpoint.
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10
Moving On
Martha decides to take off her cast, while the others find their own paths to move forward in life.
