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Season 1 – The Starter Wife

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Hollywood wife Molly Kagan is stunned when her movie executive husband tells her he wants a divorce just before their 10-year anniversary, leaving her with limited income and few loyal friends. Determined to redefine herself and begin a transition from her mortifying role as a "starter wife," Molly moves to Malibu and tries to make a fresh start, complete with new friends.

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The Starter Wife — Season 1

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Debra Messing

Molly Kagan

Joe Mantegna

Lou Manahan

Judy Davis

Joan McAllister

Miranda Otto

Cricket Stewart

Anika Noni Rose

Lavender

Peter Jacobson

Kenny Kagan

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired May 31, 2007 Hour 1 Life for Molly Kagen, wife of a Hollywood mogul, changes dramatically when he demands a divorce. Details Episode 2 Aired May 31, 2007 Hour 2 A near-death experience brings an encounter with a handsome stranger. Details Episode 3 Aired Jun 7, 2007 Hour 3 Molly finds out that Lou has gone missing and Sam is homeless; Joan must leave rehab. Details Episode 4 Aired Jun 14, 2007 Hour 4 Sam declares his innocence; Joan's drinking spirals out of control. Details Episode 5 Aired Jun 21, 2007 Hour 5 Molly's relationship with Sam hits a new level; divorce proceedings become complex; Molly's bids to help Joan get sober cause a rift. Details Episode 6 Aired Jun 28, 2007 Hour 6 Molly tells Pappy that Joan was kicked out of rehab; Molly must decide between Lou and Sam; the divorce is final. Details Episode 12 Aired Mar 13, 2025 Hollywood wife Molly Kagan is stunned when her movie executive husband tells her he wants a divorce just before their 10-year anniversary, leaving her with limited income and few loyal friends. Determined to redefine herself and begin a transition from her mortifying role as a "starter wife," Molly moves to Malibu and tries to make a fresh start, complete with new friends. Details

Season Info

Director
Jon Avnet
Executive Producer
Jon Avnet, Howard Klein, Stephanie Davis, Debra Messing, Molly Madden, Josann McGibbon, Gigi Levangie, Sara Parriott
Screenwriter
Josann McGibbon, Sara Parriott
Network
USA
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Comedy, Drama, Entertainment
Original Language
English
Release Date
May 31, 2007