Parenthood

2009 • NBC
4.8
1.45K reviews
TV-14
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Season 3 episodes (18)

1 I Don't Want to Do This Without You
9/13/11
Sarah (Lauren Graham) celebrates a milestone birthday and leans on Mr.Cyr (guest-star Jason Ritter) for emotional support , while Amber (Mae Whitman) makes an independent move from her family. Unemployed, Adam (Peter Krause) feels the stress of providing for his pregnant wife and family and ponders a new business venture with Crosby (Dax Shepard). Julia (Erika Christensen) becomes frustrated with the adoption process and dreams up a bizarre scenario. Meanwhile Haddie's (Sarah Ramos) boyfriend Alex (guest-star Michael B. Jordan) reveals hidden information to Julia.Also starring Monica Potter, Craig T. Nelson, Max Burkholder, Sam Jaeger, Miles Heizer, Savannah Paige Rae and Joy Bryant.
2 Hey, If You're Not Using That Baby...
9/20/11
Kristina (Monica Potter) is concerned over Max's (Max Burkholder) well-being as he attends a mainstream public school. Sarah (Lauren Graham) and Mark Cyr (guest-star Jason Ritter) define and grow their relationship while Haddie (Sarah Ramos) and Alex (guest-star Michael B. Jordan) may be drifting apart. Meanwhile, the stress of the adoption process causes Julia (Erika Christensen) to act irrationally, and Adam (Peter Krause) changes his career plans. Also starring Dax Shepard, Craig T. Nelson, Sam Jaeger, Miles Heizer, Savannah Paige Rae, Tyree Brown and Joy Bryant.
3 Step Right Up
9/27/11
Amber (Mae Whitman) revels in her new independence, while Sarah (Lauren Graham) strives to remain a part of her life. Crosby (Dax Shepard) is unsure how he feels about Jasmine (Joy Bryant) dating and she wonders if she now fits in the Braverman family. Meanwhile, Kristina (Monica Potter) is concerned about Crosby and Adam's (Peter Krause) new business venture. Also, Alex (guest- star Michael B. Jordan) receives good news and Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) imparts relationship advice to Drew (Miles Hiezer). Also starring Sam Jaeger, Savannah Paige Rae, Erika Christensen , Sarah Ramos, Tyree Brown and Bonnie Bedelia.
4 Clear Skies from Here on Out
10/4/11
Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) lands his first commercial, prompting Camille (Bonnie Bedelia) to reflect on her own achievements. Sarah (Lauren Graham) and Mark (guest star Jason Ritter) take their friendship to a new level while Haddie (Sarah Ramos) and Alex (guest star Michael B. Jordan) grow apart. Meanwhile, Crosby (Dax Shepard) and Adam (Peter Krause) disagree over a minor parenting crisis, Drew's (Miles Heizer) first date with Amy (guest star Skyler Day) doesn't go as planned and Jabbar (Tyree Brown) and Max (Max Burkholder) hit a rough patch in their friendship.
5 Nora
10/11/11
Kristina (Monica Potter) is rushed to the hospital by an unlikely accomplice, while Julia (Erika Christensen) and Joel (Sam Jaeger) receive positive news on a possible addition to their family. Jasmine's (Joy Bryant) choice of suitors begins to affect Crosby (Dax Shepard), while Sarah's (Lauren Graham) ex, Seth (guest star John Corbett), threatens to disrupt her relationship with Mark (guest star Jason Ritter). Meanwhile, Amber (Mae Whitman) begins to understand Max's (Max Burkholder) mind and helps him mend his friendship with Jabbar (Tyree Brown). Also starring Craig T. Nelson, Peter Krause, Bonnie Bedelia, Miles Heizer, Sarah Ramos and Savannah Paige Rae.
6 Tales From the Luncheonette
10/18/11
Kristina (Monica Potter) exhausts herself by diving back into supermom mode while Adam (Peter Krause) and Crosby (Dax Shepard) prepare their new music studio, in hopes of impressing their first potential client, Cee Lo Green. Meanwhile, Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) plants doubts in Julia (Erika Christensen) and Joel's (Sam Jaeger) adoption plan and Drew (Miles Heizer) takes advice from Amber (Mae Whitman) to move forward with Amy (Skyler Day). Meanwhile, Mark Cyr (guest-star Jason Ritter) continues to feel uneasy with Seth's (guest-star John Corbett) involvement in Sarah's (Lauren Graham) life. Also starring Savannah Paige Rae, Bonnie Bedelia and Sarah Ramos.
7 Forced Family Fun
11/1/11
Sensing her family growing apart , Kristina (Monica Potter) demands a family night that doesn't go as she had expected. Crosby (Dax Shepard) fears Jasmine's (Joy Byrant) new date will replace him as Jabbar's (Tyree Brown) father. Julia (Erika Christensen) oversteps her boundaries with Zoe (Rosa Salazar) and Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) continues to have mixed emotions about Sarah's (Lauren Graham) involvement with Seth (guest star John Corbett). Also starring: Bonnie Bedelia, Peter Krause, Mae Whitman, Savannah Paige Rae, Sarah Ramos and Max Burkholder.
8 In-Between
11/8/11
After offering to let Seth (guest star John Corbett) stay at her apartment once he is released from rehab, Amber (Mae Whitman) begins to understand what Sarah (Lauren Graham) has been going through all these years; Meanwhile, Adam (Peter Krause) attempts to get intimate with Kristina (Monica Potter) for the first time since Nora's birth; Elsewhere, Crosby (Dax Shepard) struggles with the prospect of a new father figure in Jabbar's (Tyree Brown) life; and Drew (Miles Heizer) and Amy (Skyler Day) take their relationship to a new level. Also starring: Sarah Ramos, Max Burkholder, Joy Bryant, Craig T, Nelson and Bonnie Bedelia.
9 Sore Loser
11/15/11
During an intense game of Braverman charades, Joel (Sam Jaeger) and Julia (Erika Christensen) come to the realization they may have spoiled Sydney (Savannah Paige Rae). Meanwhile, Adam (Peter Krause) and Crosby (Dax Shepard) celebrate a new client at The Luncheonette and Adam experiences an awkward moment with Rachel (guest star Alexandra Daddario). Also, Kristina (Monica Potter) is concerned about Max's (Max Burkholder) new friends at school, and Drew (Miles Heizer) reaps the consequences of disobeying Sarah's (Lauren Graham) rules. Also starring: Craig T. Nelson, Bonnie Bedelia, Mae Whitman, Sarah Ramos, Joy Bryant and Tyree Brown.
10 Mr. Honesty
11/22/11
An inappropriate moment at work disrupts Adam (Peter Krause) and Kristina's (Monica Potter) marriage. Meanwhile, Crosby (Dax Shepard) and Jasmine (Joy Byrant) reconnect after clearing up Jabbar's misunderstanding of their relationship. In an attempt to boost his college applications, Drew (Miles Heizer) seeks out extracurricular activities and Amber (Mae Whitman) is uncertain about her future. Also, a meeting with Zoe's boyfriend may jeopardize Julia (Erika Christensen) and Joel's (Sam Jaeger) adoption plan. Also starring: Lauren Graham, Max Burkholder, Savannah Paige Rae, Craig T. Nelson, Bonnie Bedelia and Sarah Ramos.
11 Missing
11/29/11
Kristina (Monica Potter) and Adam (Peter Krause) become overwhelmed with their work schedules and put Max's (Max Burkholder) well being in danger. Also, Kristina offers Amber (Mae Whitman) a new opportunity, and Crosby (Dax Shepard) and Jasmine (Joy Bryant) struggle to deal with their complicated relationship. Meanwhile, Julia (Erika Christensen) tries to keep her distance from Zoe; Sarah (Lauren Graham) and Mark (guest-star Jason Ritter) think deeper into their future. Also starring: Sarah Ramos, Miles Heizer, Craig T. Nelson, Bonnie Bedelia, Savannah Paige Rae, Sam Jaegar and Tyree Brown.
12 Road Trip
1/3/12
Seeking his mother's approval, Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) demands the entire family caravan on a road trip where they encounter many road blocks along the way.While spending time on the road, Adam (Peter Krause) connects with Haddie (Sarah Ramos), Sarah (Lauren Graham) confronts an embarrassing issue with Drew (Miles Heizer) and Julia (Erika Christensen) learns to appreciate Crosby's (Dax Shepard) odd personality. Meanwhile, Kristina (Monica Potter) struggles to enforce a harsh punishment she gave to Max (Max Burkholder) for acting out. Also starring: Sam Jaeger, Savannah Paige Rae Tyree Brown, Bonnie Bedelia, Mae Whitman and Joy Bryant.
13 Just Smile
1/10/12
Crosby (Dax Shepard) is frustrated when Adam (Peter Krause) becomes the focus for a local newspaper's piece on the Luncheonette. Meanwhile, Amber (Mae Whitman) struggles to find her place in a new job and Sarah (Lauren Graham) becomes overwhelmed with thoughts of having a baby. Also, Julia (Erika Christensen) and Joel (Sam Jaeger) try to resist interfering in Zoe's personal life.
14 It Is What It Is
1/17/12
Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) receives startling news from his doctor while Crosby (Dax Shepard) moves toward a new relationship. Amber (Mae Whitman) excels at her job, but becomes confused over her boss' actions; Adam (Peter Krause) and Kristina (Monica Potter) worry over the costs to send Haddie (Sarah Ramos) to the college of her choice, and Julia (Erika Christensen) grows concerned Zoe (guest star Rosa Salazar) is beginning to change her mind about giving up her baby for adoption. Also starring Lauren Graham, Miles Heizer, Bonnie Bedelia, Sam Jaeger, Max Burkholder, Savannah Paige Rae and Tyree Brown.
15 Politics
2/7/12
Mark (Jason Ritter) invites Sarah (Lauren Graham) to a friend's engagement party which stirs up a serious conversation about a baby in their future. Meanwhile, Amber (Mae Whitman) receives a job promotion but questions her own qualifications, Adam (Peter Krause) and Crosby (Dax Shepard) clash over business strategy for The Luncheonette and Zoe's (Rosa Salazar) behavior causes Julia and Joel to question their adoption agreement.
16 Tough Love
2/14/12
Julia (Erika Christensen) struggles to detach herself from getting too involved in Zoe's (Rosa Salazar) life, Kristina (Monica Potter) reacts to Amber (Mae Whitman) and Bob Little's (Jonathan Tucker) plans to go off on a weekend business trip together and Max (Max Burkholder) tries to use his Asperger's as an excuse to get out of P.E. Meanwhile, Sarah (Lauren Graham) and Mark's (Jason Ritter) plan to have a baby elicits an unexpected reaction from Drew (Miles Heizer). Also starring: Dax Shepard, Craig T. Nelson, Sarah Ramos, Peter Krause, Sam Jaeger, Savannah Paige Rae, Tyree Brown and Bonnie Bedelia.
17 Remember Me, I'm the One Who Loves You
2/21/12
Julia (Erika Christensen) and Joel (Sam Jaeger) head to the hospital for the birth of their son. Meanwhile, Sarah (Lauren Graham) considers the possibility of a new life in New York with Mark (Jason Ritter), Adam (Peter Krause) and Crosby (Dax Shepard) receive an extraordinary offer to sell The Luncheonette, and Jasmine (Joy Bryant) and Crosby reconcile their past during a camp out with Jabbar (Tyree Brown). Also starring: Craig T. Nelson, Savannah Paige Rae, Bonnie Bedelia, Max Burkholder, Sarah Ramos, Mae Whitman and Monica Potter.
18 My Brother's Wedding
2/28/12
The Bravermans come together to celebrate a momentous event while Julia (Erika Christensen) and Joel (Sam Jaeger) strive to overcome the emotional rollercoaster adopting a child has put them through. Also, Crosby (Dax Shepard) and Adam (Peter Krause) decide on the fate of The Luncheonette and Sarah (Lauren Graham) makes a difficult decision about her future. Also starring: Craig T. Nelson, Bonnie Bedelia, Sarah Ramos, Max Burkholder, Miles Heizer, Mae Whitman, Monica Potter, Joy Bryant and Tyree Brown.

About this show

This is the story of the Bravermans - Sarah, Adam, Crosby, and Julia - four grown siblings sharing the headaches, heartaches and unexpected joys of being a parent. From Academy Award-winning executive producers Ron Howard and Brian Grazer, and writer/executive producer Jason Katims comes this contemporary re-imagining of the international hit feature film. Focusing on the everyday challenges that modern families face while raising children and starting over, Parenthood grounds its drama and its comedy in the celebration of the beautiful mess of life.

Ratings and reviews

4.8
1.45K reviews
A Google user
March 31, 2015
Ok, first of all, my rating. I'm only giving this one 3 stars. And it deserves every bit of them and more I'm sure from others'. This one will make you cringe one minute and then something else altogether will make you smile cheek to cheek. Actors really hit their spots. I think the writing gave way when they hit the whole selling of the house dilemma. Great thing about this show is there aren't really plot giveaways. Each show is an experience and if your best pal tells you everything that happens, it just doesn't compare to watching it yourself. Try this one out and you won't regret it.
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A Google user
May 16, 2014
I like how this show does not have the violence,sex and such as every show has now days. I am disappointed that the writer's felt the need to add a lesbian with Hattie. The way the writer's introduced the whole college experimentation phase takes away from the seriousneness guy couples truly face. I do not feel we need this in every show made these days. I hope next season they right this wrong or I may have another show I wont watch. There are not many shows left that are truly wholesome these days.
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Sandi Jones
January 29, 2015
Wonderful moving show. Amazing all around. Suggest it to anyone with a family or even having a family isn't an issue trust me. I'm not easily moved. I'm a widow..single mom of four , it's Inspirational. Ray Ramano in later seasons will blow you away with his serious believable acting of such a complex award.He is not just a comedian or Ray from Everonelovesray....Deserves an award the performance warrants one
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