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Season 1 – DMV

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"DMV" is a comedy set in the place everyone dreads going most -- the Department of Motor Vehicles -- where employees are making minimum wage dealing with customers who are annoyed before they even walk in the door. Working at the East Hollywood DMV office are: Colette, a driving examiner with a big heart and bad boundaries; Gregg, a misanthropic former English teacher; Vic, a former bouncer who loves putting difficult drivers in their places; Barbara, a newly promoted manager who tries hard but often misses the mark; Noa, a charming surfer who seems destined for much greater things; and Ceci, a scrappy photographer who isn't afraid to speak her mind. Fortunately, this quirky crew has each other to navigate the twists and turns of the DMV together.
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DMV — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

While DMV still has some kinks to work out before it passes inspection, it's already a lot more fun than visiting the genuine article.

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Chris Vognar Boston Globe Oct 20
DMV has a snappy pace, and Meadows, Dyer, and Kearney all pass with flying colors. The sitcom is becoming an antiquated form, but there’s still a place for it, a place of quick escapism and broad comic strokes. Go to Full Review
Kelly Lawler USA Today Oct 13
2.5/4
The jokes are funny but not hilarious, and the characters are likable but not memorable. Go to Full Review
Robert Lloyd Los Angeles Times Oct 13
Its perfect averageness makes it easy to dismiss, but it’s a painless, pleasant half-hour, with a smattering of genuine laughs. And like every such show, it can be expected to ripen with age, if age comes. Go to Full Review
Ty'Kira Smalls Common Sense Media Nov 4
3/5
This series is a chaotic and unserious look into one of the U.S.'s most dreaded but necessary government agencies. Go to Full Review
Meredith Loftus Collider Oct 21
7/10
DMV is a sitcom that largely succeeds at its premise thanks to its strong ensemble of characters. Go to Full Review
Dustin Rowles Pajiba Oct 16
The writing will need to sharpen, and the jokes will need to land faster if it hopes to stick around. Still, I’ll be watching every week. Go to Full Review
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Vanessa P Nov 30 My husband and I started watching this show recently and breezed through the entire season 1. I can’t wait for season 2! See more Peter P Nov 30 good fun! enjoyed it. looking forward to seeing season 2 when they make it! See more Phil C. @BootyCheeks420-69 Nov 22 The first season so far is definitely not perfect, however I do believe the series holds potential not shared by its contemporaries. I am excited to see where they take this crew of misfits! See more Tom G Nov 19 Predictable and formulaic characters, plus a lack of comedic wit. Although there are some humorous moments, the show will lower your IQ by 10 points per episode! Most of the characters play like they dropped out of high school, and personality wise, never grew up. If you are looking for smart and engaging comedy and characters like MASH, Friends, Big Bang, and the like, THIS IS NOT IT! See more Chelle H Nov 18 This show is awful. Boring, poor acting, not funny at all. It’s amazing this made it to prime time. Terrible writing. Painful to sit through. Sheesh. I am not sure it can get any worse. See more Allie V. @alliev8888 Nov 13 Surprisingly witty, touching and relatable. This is a truly great office comedy comfort show. See more Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 13, 2025 Pilot Colette pines for her coworker Noa while enduring teasing from colleagues Gregg, Vic and Ceci; new manager Barb rallies the crew to save their branch from government shutdown. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 20, 2025 Stay in Your Lane When the insanity at the DMV causes a new hire to quit, Colette worries Noa will follow and tries to make things better; employees and customers struggle through a sweltering day with a barely functional air conditioner. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 27, 2025 Easy Pass Colette is tasked with giving Noa his driving test; Ceci helps Barb get camera-ready for her new manager portrait. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 3, 2025 Don't Kill the Job When Colette runs into an old friend at the DMV, she pretends to be a fellow customer rather than an employee in order to save face. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 10, 2025 Stick Shift When Ceci accuses Colette of only being kind for the credit, Colette anonymously gives Noa the perfect gift. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 17, 2025 Blindspot Colette is crushed to learn that Noa is dating someone; Barb tries to find out who is defacing DMV property with childishly inappropriate drawings. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 24, 2025 There Is No I in DMV Barb takes the team on a field trip to the rival North Hollywood branch to learn the secrets of their success; Barb begins to doubt herself after meeting their charismatic manager, Beau. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 1, 2025 Splash Fountain Colette's effort to redirect holiday plans takes an unexpected turn when it lands her trapped in a car; a surprising new friendship stirs up jealousy among the team. Details Episode 9 Airs Dec 8 The Next Window At the Big Sac holiday party, Colette tries to impress Noa before his single window closes; Barb's effort to save the East Hollywood DMV backfires when she accidentally tackles the director, but assistant Sally steps in to help. Details

Season Info

Director
Trent O'Donnell, Katie Locke O'Brien, Christine Gernon
Executive Producer
Dana Klein, Aaron Kaplan, Wendi Trilling, Robyn Meisinger, Trent O'Donnell
Screenwriter
Dana Klein, Joshua Corey, Keith Heisler, Miles Woods, Ira Ungerleider, Sasha Stroman, Sam Laybourne, Matt Kuhn, Brian Kratz
Network
CBS
Rating
TV-14 (V|L)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 13, 2025