Sullivan & Son
Overview
Sullivan & Son is a comedic gem from creators Rob Long and Steve Byrne, airing on TBS. The show features Byrne as Steve Sullivan, who shocks his family by abandoning his corporate law career to manage his father's bar in Pittsburgh. With a blend of humor and heartfelt moments, the series explores family dynamics and the challenges of running a local pub. Executive producers Vince Vaughn and Peter Billingsley lend their expertise, while Long takes the reins as showrunner. The show made its debut on July 19, 2012, capturing audiences with its unique premise and relatable characters.
Episodes
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1
Last, Best, and Final
Steve Sullivan arrives back in Pittsburgh to honor his father, Jack Sullivan, on his birthday. He soon discovers that Jack is retiring and plans to se...
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2
The Bribe
With Steve now the owner of the bar, he realizes he must establish some limits with his parents. When the health inspector arrives, Ok Cha suggests br...
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3
The Bar Birthday
Steve throws a celebration for the bar's 50th anniversary, inviting numerous guests and stirring up a mix of nostalgic memories, some of which are le...
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4
Who's Your Daddy
During the yearly father-son darts competition, personal tensions come to the surface. Owen takes the bold step of searching for his biological father...
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5
The Punch
Tensions rise among colleagues as they confront the mystery of a suspected pantry thief. At the same time, Owen teams up with Ahmed on a quirky busine...
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6
Creepy Love Songs
The guys stumble upon an antique comic book that holds significant worth, prompting them to seek out a collector for a sale. Simultaneously, Owen and...
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7
The Fifth Musketeer
Steve's romantic prospects take off when Ok Cha crafts a phony online dating profile for him. Motivated by his success, the other guys decide to creat...
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8
How Carol Got Her Groove Back
Carol feels down when she realizes she's entering menopause. In an effort to cheer her up, Ahmed steps in to help, but his well-meaning gestures end u...
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9
The Prodigal Sister
Steve’s scheming sister shows up and creates chaos at the bar. At the same time, Doug works on building his self-esteem; and Susan takes a stand aga...
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10
Hank Speech
A colleague lodges a complaint with HR against Hank, accusing him of making "offensive remarks." Simultaneously, Susan enjoys quality time with her mo...
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The Pilot, One More Time
When Jason, Susan's ambitious husband, drops by the bar, he inspires a pivotal choice similar to Steve's—walking away from a thriving career to purs...
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2
Acceptance
Believing he needs to explore more diverse options, Steve begins seeing a woman whose ethics are dubious at best. Meanwhile, Melanie finds herself pa...
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3
Running Mates
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4
Winning Is Everything
Steve takes on the role of coach for the bar's peewee hockey team, but his rivalry with Lyle Winkler, another coach from his childhood, leads him to r...
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5
Rumspringa
Steve faces a moral dilemma when Ruth, a naive Amish girl, steps into the bar during her Rumspringa, hoping to find a man who can provide her with a "...
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6
Hank Hallucinations
The patrons at the bar grow increasingly concerned that Hank may be suffering from Alzheimer's after he begins to see a manifestation of Pat Sajak fro...
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7
Running Mates
The unexpected passing of Councilman Ryan motivates Jack to pursue the vacant council seat, but tensions with Ok Cha escalate into a fierce competitio...
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8
Personal Injury
After Ok Cha gets hurt in a car accident involving her charming yet troublesome neighbor, Gary, Steve begins to unravel a web of deception. Is Gary re...
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9
Over the Edge
A plastic spider concealed in a bowl of peanuts sparks an epic prank war. Meanwhile, Susan lends a hand to Carol as she navigates a challenging audit....
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10
Reunited
The bar’s prospects for victory in the annual karaoke competition take a hit when Carol begins seeing a charming singer, igniting jealousy in Owen. ...
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The Big O
Susan and Jason face challenges in their marriage, putting their relationship to the test. Meanwhile, Jack and Hank find themselves on opposite sides ...
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2
Everybody Loved Frank
A grieving widow visits the bar to share the news that one of their regular patrons has passed away. However, the group struggles to recall any memori...
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3
About a Boy, His Mother, and the Man They're Dating
Carol finds herself drawn to a charming man, but things become complicated when her son, Owen, expresses a desire to bond with him. Meanwhile, Ok Cha...
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4
Sexual Healing
Steve interrogates a man who is seeking redemption for his history of promiscuity.
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5
Luck of the Half-Irish
A widow arrives at the bar to share the news that one of the regular patrons has died. However, the group struggles to recall who the deceased was, le...
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6
Lyle & Son
Steve's old adversary sets up a bar right across the street, intent on settling a score from a childhood wrestling match that left a lasting grudge. A...
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7
Open Mic Night
During open-mic night, things take an unexpected turn, leaving Steve anxious about the outcome. He pins his hopes on Carol and Owen, believing their r...
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8
Hank Goes Black
When Roy's mom returns to town, she starts a relationship with Hank, much to Roy's surprise. Meanwhile, Owen and Ahmed find themselves feeling intimid...
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9
OwenBrau
Steve hesitates to blend his professional life with his friendships when the guys choose to craft their own beer. Meanwhile, the women take a break fr...
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10
Monkey Plate
On OK Cha's birthday, the atmosphere is festive until an unexpected visit from a cousin ignites an old family conflict. Tensions rise as long-buried g...
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11
Sullivan's Travels
Steve contemplates how he should have taken a break from the bar, feeling overwhelmed. Jack steps in to remind him of the positive influence he has ha...
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12
A Kiss Is Never Just a Kiss
Steve is eager to make a good impression on a new woman in his life and seeks help from Melanie to boost his chances. Meanwhile, Hank visits a doctor ...
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13
You, Me and Gary
Melanie's chatty neighbor struggles to keep her lips sealed, creating a challenge for Melanie and Steve, who want to keep their recent kiss under wra...
