It’s 1958 Manhattan and Miriam “Midge” Maisel has everything she’s ever wanted - the perfect husband, kids, and Upper West Side apartment. But when her life suddenly takes a turn and Midge must start over, she discovers a previously unknown talent - one that will take her all the way from the comedy clubs of Greenwich Village to a spot on Johnny Carson’s couch.
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- Seasons
- 5
- Episodes aired
- 43
- Latest aired
- S05E09
- Total runtime
- 1d 16h
Timeline when each season aired
- Season 1 March 2017 – November 2017 8 episodes
- Season 2 December 2018 10 episodes
- Season 3 December 2019 8 episodes
- the show was away for 2 years and 2 months
- Season 4 February 2022 – March 2022 8 episodes
- Season 5 April 2023 – May 2023 9 episodes
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S01E01 Pilot
March 16 · 58min find the promo
Show synopsis
In 1958 New York, Midge Maisel's life is on track- husband, kids, and elegant Yom Kippur dinners in their Upper West Side apartment. But when her life takes a surprise turn, she has to quickly decide what else she's good at - and going from housewife to stand-up comic is a wild choice to everyone but her.
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S01E02 Ya Shivu v Bolshom Dome Na Kholme
November 28 · 53min find the promo
Show synopsis
Midge's life is in a tailspin in the wake of Joel leaving. Midge and Joel's parents butt heads while trying to keep their family together. Susie pushes Midge to get back on stage and find her voice.
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S01E03 Because You Left
November 28 · 50min find the promo
Show synopsis
After another arrest, Midge finds herself in legal trouble, forcing her to rely on Susie's street smarts. Abe approaches Moishe with an interesting proposition. Lenny Bruce offers some unconventional inspiration for Midge's act.
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S01E04 The Disappointment of the Dionne Quintuplets
November 28 · 56min find the promo
Show synopsis
Midge begins to move on from her once perfect life. Susie shows Midge the ropes while going on a tour of New York comedy clubs. Rose takes a bit too much pleasure in Midge's new living arrangements.
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S01E05 Doink
November 28 · 49min find the promo
Show synopsis
Midge dives into a new line of work and makes some quirky friends along the way. Susie continues her emphatic quest to keep Midge's career moving forward, but gets hit with a couple setbacks. Both Midge and Joel experience the downsides of their new lifestyles.
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S01E06 Mrs. X at the Gaslight
November 28 · 48min find the promo
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Midge finds a different kind of audience to perform for, much to Susie's chagrin. Abe gets offered the experience of a lifetime. The Weissmans come together for a family dinner. Susie finally shows off her management skills.
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S01E07 Put That on Your Plate!
November 28 · 52min find the promo
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With Susie's help, Midge hones her act at the Gaslight. Abe surprises the women with a dinner guest, sending Rose into an emotional spiral. Working towards a promotion, Joel conjures up a new plan. Midge stirs up controversy after meeting a big-time comedian.
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S01E08 Thank You and Good Night
November 28 · 62min find the promo
Show synopsis
In the Season One finale, Midge and Susie deal with the repercussions of Midge's off-script takedown of a famous comedian. With tensions still high at the Weissman household, Rose makes some bold changes. Midge and Joel reunite for Ethan's birthday party.