The Kominsky Method: Season 1
2018 · 8 episodes · ★ 7.6
What Season 1 of The Kominsky Method
Season 1 of The Kominsky Method has 8 episodes and premiered on November 16, 2018. Here's the complete episode guide with air dates, runtimes and ratings.
Season 1 Episodes
1x01 Chapter 1. An Actor Avoids
As Sandy gets to know a new student better, he puts off visiting an old friend who wants to see him. Norman copes with a difficult issue at home.
Directing: Chuck Lorre · Writing: Chuck Lorre · Starring: Becky O'Donohue, Cedric Begley, Emily Osment, Susan Sullivan
1x02 Chapter 2. An Agent Grieves
Sandy helps Norman organize an event with complicated arrangements and invites Lisa on an unusual date. Norman is a hit with Sandy's class.
Directing: Andy Tennant · Writing: Chuck Lorre · Starring: Jay Leno, Patti LaBelle, Jason Kravits, Emily Osment
1x03 Chapter 3. A Prostate Enlarges
While Sandy contends with a worsening prostate problem and conflict between his students, Norman deals with his troubled daughter, Phoebe.
Directing: Donald Petrie · Writing: Chuck Lorre, Alan J. Higgins · Starring: Elizabeth Sung, Corbin Bernsen, Raymond Ma, George Wyner
1x04 Chapter 4. A Kegel Squeaks
Sandy and Norman turn to each other for support as Sandy waits for his test results and tension between Norman and Phoebe ramps up.
Directing: Beth McCarthy-Miller · Writing: Chuck Lorre, Alan J. Higgins, David Javerbaum · Starring: Rex Linn, Cedric Begley, Emily Osment, Susan Sullivan
1x05 Chapter 5. An Agent Crowns
Norman worries he may have made the wrong decision about Phoebe. Sandy wants to take his relationship with Lisa to the next level.
Directing: Beth McCarthy-Miller · Writing: Chuck Lorre · Starring: Elliott Gould, Danny DeVito, Lauren Weedman, Amanda Perez
1x06 Chapter 6. A Daughter Detoxes
Norman and Sandy drive Phoebe to rehab, then spend the night at a casino. Sandy faces a financial quandary and learns he's angered Lisa.
Directing: Andy Tennant · Writing: Chuck Lorre, Alan J. Higgins, David Javerbaum · Starring: Eddie Money, Jully Lee, Jen Drohan, Lisa Edelstein
1x07 Chapter 7. A String Is Attached
Norman contemplates a financial arrangement with Sandy. Sandy tries to smooth things over with Lisa. Mindy helps her father with his tax situation.
Directing: Donald Petrie · Writing: Chuck Lorre, Alan J. Higgins, David Javerbaum · Starring: Cedric Begley, Jeffrey D. Sams, Susan Sullivan, Ashleigh LaThrop
1x08 Chapter 8. A Widow Approaches Season Finale
Norman has lunch with a widowed friend of Eileen's. Sandy and Norman attend a Parkinson's fundraiser. Norman is haunted by women from his past.
Directing: Andy Tennant · Writing: Chuck Lorre, Alan J. Higgins, David Javerbaum · Starring: Willam Belli, Ann-Margret, Lainie Kazan, Kirstin Eggers
Season 1 Cast
Alan ArkinNorman Newlander8 episodes
Sarah BakerMindy Kominsky8 episodes
Ashleigh LaThropBreana7 episodes
Graham RogersJude7 episodes
Melissa TangMargaret7 episodes
Casey Thomas BrownLane7 episodes
Jenna Lyng AdamsDarshani7 episodes
Cedric BegleyMatthew3 episodes
Becky O'DonohueCar GPS (voices)Episode 1
Patti LaBelleSelfEpisode 1
Elizabeth SungMrs. LiuEpisode 1
Corbin BernsenHimselfEpisode 1
Raymond MaMr. LiuEpisode 1
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes are in Season 1 of The Kominsky Method?
Season 1 of The Kominsky Method has 8 episodes.
When Did Season 1 of The Kominsky Method Premiere?
Aired on November 16, 2018.
Where to Watch Season 1 of The Kominsky Method?
Available by subscription on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads (availability may vary by country).
What is the best episode of Season 1?
According to the audience score on TMDB, episode 1x05, «Chapter 5. An Agent Crowns», has a 7.8.