Difficult People
Overview
Julie Kessler and Billy Epstein navigate the harsh realities of life as aspiring comedians in New York City. In their thirties, they watch as friends achieve success and romance, while they remain mired in professional and personal challenges. Their relentless pursuit of comedy is often overshadowed by mounting frustration and cynicism, leading to a humorous yet poignant exploration of friendship and ambition in a city that never sleeps. As they grapple with their dreams, their shared experiences deepen their bond, even as bitterness threatens to overshadow their aspirations.
Episodes
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1
Library Water
Billy and Julie devise a unique business idea to market bottled water sourced from library fountains. However, things take a turn when Julie faces bac...
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2
Devil's Three-Way
Julie reconnects with a former high school crush, inviting him to spend the night with her and Arthur. Meanwhile, Billy discovers a fatherly bond with...
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3
Pledge Week
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4
The Courage of a Soldier
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5
The Children's Menu
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6
Even Later
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7
Premium Membership
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8
Difficult Christmas
Julie and Billy secure a performance at The Cutting Room, but Billy's recent family commitments begin to jeopardize their chance at success.
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Unplugged
Julie tries to win over a group of Jewish television writers, while Billy aims to embrace his role as his wealthy boyfriend’s trophy partner. At the...
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2
Kessler Epstein Foundation
Billy and Julie come up with a new twist on the Ice Bucket Challenge, hoping to grab some attention online.
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3
Italian Pinata
Believing they won't be accepted for who they truly are, Julie and Billy each construct secret lives in New Jersey. Misunderstandings about their cult...
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4
Blade Stallion
Julie finds her private moments slipping away when she gets discovered watching porn, leading to an awkward situation. Meanwhile, Billy's brother move...
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5
Patches
After Billy's apartment is deemed uninhabitable, he relocates to Marilyn's place. Meanwhile, a mix-up leads to Julie landing a part on a television se...
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6
36 Candles
As Julie’s birthday draws near, she discovers how much she appreciates spending time with her mother while sharing drinks. Meanwhile, Billy embarks ...
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7
Carter
Julie and Billy decide to ride the wave of Hamilton's popularity by creating and performing their own historical musical.
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8
Hashtag Cats
Billy and Julie attract their very first celebrity admirer, who steps in to assist them in pitching their sketch show to a television network.
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9
Cedar Cove
Julie and Billy put their aspirations of becoming fashion icons at risk when Julie falls ill and Billy is offered the starring role in a kids' televis...
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10
High Alert
Julie pens an essay that catches the eye of a film producer, while Billy lends a hand with Matthew’s wedding preparations. Julianne Moore takes on t...
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Passover Bump
After exhausting her options with antidepressants, Julie prepares for a family Passover Seder, relying solely on a meditation app for support. At the ...
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2
Strike Rat
Title: Strike Rat Plot: Julie grapples with an ethical conflict after landing a role in Woody Allen’s latest television series. Meanwhile, Billy an...
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3
Code Change
Julie comes to the realization that she’s dependent on her mother and seeks help by attending an AA meeting. Meanwhile, Billy assists his sister-in-...
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4
Rabbitversary
With the weekend to herself, Julie decides to bring in a rather unsettling handyman who ends up lingering longer than she expected. At the same time, ...
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5
Cindarestylox
When a cheap facial filler leaves Julie with a permanently frozen smile, she unexpectedly enjoys the perks that come with it. Meanwhile, Billy bumps i...
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6
Bernie and Blythe
Julie and Arthur accidentally dive into the world of sexual roleplay, while Billy frets that he’s been incorrectly typecast as the doting partner at...
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7
Fuzz Buddies
Julie’s lifelong ambition is realized when she lands a writing job on a television show. Meanwhile, Micky Dolenz surprises Billy by responding to a ...
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8
Criminal Minds
Title: Criminal Minds Plot: Julie finds herself trapped by her past improv colleagues as her habit of excessive agreement leads to a tangled web of d...
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9
Sweet Tea
Julie contemplates giving up her aspirations in show business to pursue a life filled with crafting. Meanwhile, Billy grows increasingly weary of life...
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10
The Silkwood
Title: The Silkwood Plot: With Julie's support, Billy relocates to Los Angeles, seeking a fresh start. Meanwhile, Marilyn pens a successful memoir, a...
