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Season 1 – Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist

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After an unusual event, whip-smart computer coder Zoey Clarke magically begins to hear people's innermost wants and desires through popular songs. Suddenly, strangers, friends, co-workers and family are unknowingly singing their feelings -- just to her. At first, Zoey questions her own sanity,but after some guidance from Mo, her musically attuned neighbor, and making a breakthrough with her ailing father, Zoey soon realizes this unwanted curse may just be an amazing and wonderful gift --as she now connects with the world like never before.
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Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist — Season 1

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Though it hits the occasional sour note, Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist manages to carry a pretty enjoyable tune, thanks in large part to the always charming Jane Levy.

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Vicky Kalpaxis Observer These can be all-encompassing social issues, but rather than develop them within an episode or season, the show argues that their solutions should be easy to find... It resolves this cliffhanger fairly quickly. Nothing extraordinary about that, right? Mar 19, 2020 Full Review Brian Tallerico RogerEbert.com "Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist" is at its most charming when it allows itself to be silly. The musical numbers aren't overly polished or elaborate but have just enough potential for a visual surprise. Mar 10, 2020 Full Review Lucy Mangan Guardian But the actors - every one of them, every minute - work like Trojans to hold it all together. That they come so close to succeeding [it] deserves recognition. An award, perhaps. Or, ideally, better parts in a better show next time. Rated: 2/5 Mar 9, 2020 Full Review Mae Abdulbaki Pajiba The music simultaneously elevates and complements the material seamlessly. Dec 15, 2020 Full Review CJ Sheu Critics at Large [T]he merits of the show: the singing and dancing, the characters' emotional bonds, and - its greatest strength - writing that takes complicated human emotions seriously. Jul 25, 2020 Full Review Maria Lattila Film Inquiry Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist guarantees laughs, bops, and tears and season 1 serves as a perfect musical treat for the fans of the genre. May 30, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Carin J Why I did this show not make it? It's really fun and different and cute and the only negative thing I can say about it is that sometimes one of the less interesting songs to me might go a little long but I mean that's it like I completely binge watched this and man I wish I had when it first came out. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/05/25 Full Review Vicki M This show is cute, charming, funny, and heart wrenching. Such a unique concept pulled off by a charming cast. Around episode 10/11 they had an arc that I didn't vibe as much with, but it wasn't horrible. I'm looking forward to watching season 2, and will recommend Season 1 to many! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/27/25 Full Review Charlotte M This is the most wonderfully bittersweet and heartbreaking show I have ever seen. It leaves viewers crying and laughing so hard that they keep watching the show episode after episode. Watching this show with my family was such an emotional whirlwind, the characters and writers have gone above and beyond to make this such an incredible show for families. A truly breathtaking show. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/03/23 Full Review Steven W A interesting premise Of jane levy as Zoey in Zoey's extraordinary playlist a show that has a young programmer being after a cat scan during a earthquake can hear peoples inner thoughts in music and dance that's a interesting plot for you the show has some good ideas that keeps you hooked for the next episode I'm not going to say anymore but its a musical joyride for those fans of music or even musical fans will get a kick out of this thanks to jane levy's performance charming and witty cute. personality Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/30/21 Full Review Audience Member Was fun enjoyable watch. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review sarah j Such a beautiful show. I love a musical, but this one has such amazing storylines attached, I laughed and cried throughout the whole season. An amazing cast and all around production. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Austin Winsberg

Creator

Jane Levy

Zoey Clarke

Skylar Astin

Max

Peter Gallagher

Mitch Clarke

Alex Newell

Mo

Mary Steenburgen

Maggie Clarke

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 7, 2020 Pilot Zoey, an introverted computer programmer living in San Francisco, begins to hear the innermost desires of the people around her through song. Details Episode 2 Aired Feb 16, 2020 Zoey's Extraordinary Best Friend Zoey tries to figure out how to control her new abilities while navigating her best friend's romantic feelings for her; a new medical victory for Mitch gives the family hope. Details Episode 3 Aired Feb 23, 2020 Zoey's Extraordinary Boss Zoey must decide whether or not to get involved in her boss Joan's troubled marriage after she hears Joan sing a heart song; Zoey creates a new program for the family to communicate with Mitch, but his first word is not what they expected. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 1, 2020 Zoey's Extraordinary Neighbor Zoey is forced to address her own faith and why she was given these powers as she attempts to help Mo feel comfortable expressing his true self; David creates a "big moment" for Mitch. Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 8, 2020 Zoey's Extraordinary Failure After hearing her first duet, Zoey gets a little too involved in her brother's marriage; Leif receives negative feedback at work; Maggie is offered an enticing work opportunity. Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 15, 2020 Zoey's Extraordinary Night Out Things get complicated for Zoey at Simon's engagement party; Maggie has a night out alone, but it doesn't go as planned. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 22, 2020 Zoey's Extraordinary Confession Zoey is forced to admit some hard truths to Max; Tobin worries his friendship with Leif is on the rocks; Mo struggles to communicate with the new man in his life. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 29, 2020 Zoey's Extraordinary Glitch After receiving heartbreaking news, Zoey suffers a mysterious "glitch" in her powers. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 5, 2020 Zoey's Extraordinary Silence Zoey tries to help Mitch's caregiver, Howie, reconnect with his estranged daughter; Max must make a decision about his future at SPRQ Point. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 19, 2020 Zoey's Extraordinary Outburst Zoey surprisingly finds herself getting into major conflict with Simon, Max, Mo, and Howie; tensions arise at SPRQ Point when the fourth and sixth floors compete over an important piece of code; Mitch and Maggie try to celebrate their anniversary. Details Episode 11 Aired Apr 26, 2020 Zoey's Extraordinary Mother Zoey has to figure out a clever way to help her mother with an impossible decision; Max unexpectedly bonds with Leif; Mo hits a rough patch with Eddie. Details Episode 12 Aired May 3, 2020 Zoey's Extraordinary Dad After hearing an ominous song, Zoey does everything in her power to stop something bad from happening. Details

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Season Info

Director
Adam Davidson, Richard Shepard, Jon Turteltaub
Creator
Austin Winsberg
Executive Producer
Austin Winsberg, Kim Tannenbaum, Eric Tannenbaum, Paul Feig, Jessie Henderson, David Blackman, Daniel Inkeles, Gretchen J. Berg, Aaron Harberts, Adam Davidson, Richard Shepard
Screenwriter
Austin Winsberg, Gretchen J. Berg, Sam Laybourne, Matthew Irving Epstein, Aaron Harberts
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-14 (L)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 7, 2020
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