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Season 1 – Common Law

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TV has had its share of odd couples through the years, and odd couple is the best way to describe LAPD detectives Travis Marks and Wes Mitchell. Marks is a former juvenile delinquent and a maverick ladies man while Mitchell is a former lawyer who sacrificed his marriage to become a cop. The pair has a seven-year track record as two of the finest detectives in the department's Robbery-Homicide Division, but the two have a problem -- each other. When their bickering starts to have an impact on their work, their new-age captain sends them to couples' therapy in an attempt to reignite the flame in their "work marriage." Enter Dr. Ryan, a tough-as-nails therapist tasked with helping Marks and Mitchell understand and resolve their conflicts in order to enhance their ability to continue solving crimes.
Common Law — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

In spite of fine work from its leads, Common Law lives up to its title -- it's too weighted down by tired police procedural formulas to truly resonate.

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David Hiltbrand Philadelphia Inquirer The result is distinctly forced, but a standout cast manages to put a breezy top spin on some leaden material. May 11, 2012 Full Review Mary McNamara Los Angeles Times Seems content to hit well-worn marks, though more than occasionally with welcome style. May 11, 2012 Full Review Linda Stasi New York Post This isn't ground-breaking TV, but if you're looking for a few good laughs and a lot of action without the commitment of marriage, Common Law is the way to go. Rated: 2.5/4 May 11, 2012 Full Review Ed Bark Uncle Barky Looks to be a halfway decent alternative on a night that's not exactly brimming with first-rate viewing options. Rated: B- May 11, 2012 Full Review Matt Roush TV Guide Easy on the eyes, untaxing to the brain, a formula that pays off in show after show. May 11, 2012 Full Review Jenna Busch Zap2it.com For a summer dram-com, this has potential. May 11, 2012 Full Review Read all reviews
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Michael Ealy

Travis Marks

Warren Kole

Wes Mitchell

Sonya Walger

Dr. Emma Ryan

Jack McGee

Capt. Phil Sutton

Elizabeth Chomko

Guest Star

Vanessa Cloke

Guest Star

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired May 11, 2012 Pilot Partners are enrolled in couples counseling; Wes and Travis search for the murderer of a federal judge's son. Details Episode 2 Aired May 11, 2012 Pilot Partners are enrolled in couples counseling; Wes and Travis search for the murderer of a federal judge's son. Details Episode 3 Aired May 18, 2012 Ride-Along Wes and Travis investigate a woman's fall from the balcony of her honeymoon suite. Details Episode 4 Aired Jun 1, 2012 Soul Mates Following a woman's murder, Wes and Travis investigate a dating Web site. Details Episode 5 Aired Jun 8, 2012 Ex-Factor The return of Travis' ex-partner causes a rift between the guys. Details Episode 6 Aired Jun 15, 2012 The T Word A suspect in a string of home invasion robberies is one of Travis' foster brothers. Details Episode 7 Aired Jun 22, 2012 Performance Anxiety Wes and Travis start to suffer performance anxiety while hunting "Bonnie and Clyde" copycats. Details Episode 8 Aired Jun 29, 2012 Role Play Wes and Travis are tasked with a role-playing exercise in order to stand each other better. Details Episode 9 Aired Jul 13, 2012 Joint Custody Wes and Travis investigate the shooting of a fellow officer. Details Episode 10 Aired Jul 20, 2012 Odd Couples Wes and Travis stake out the apartment of a novelist suspected of helping in a prison break. Details Episode 11 Aired Jul 27, 2012 In-Laws vs. Outlaws When their mentors are called in, Wes and Travis see each other differently. Details Episode 12 Aired Aug 3, 2012 Hot for Teacher Wes admits he has been having erotic dreams about Dr. Ryan; Dr. Ryan's fiancé may have information about a dead body. Details Episode 13 Aired Aug 10, 2012 Gun! Wes and Travis try to get back into Dr. Ryan's good graces by telling their full story. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Jon Turteltaub, Craig Sweeny, Cormac Wibberley, Marianne Wibberley
Network
USA
Genre
Crime, Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
May 11, 2012