Surviving Jack
Overview
Set in the early 1990s, Surviving Jack explores the tumultuous journey of a teenager navigating the trials of adolescence while his father, Jack, struggles to embrace his role as a parent. The father-son duo faces the challenges of growing up, where life's lessons are learned through personal experience rather than online searches. This heartfelt comedy highlights the awkwardness and humor of teenage life, showcasing both the generational gaps and the enduring bond between a father and his son during a transformative era.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
Jack Dunlevy, a no-nonsense former military officer, steps in to care for the kids while his wife goes back to school. His son Frankie is struggling w...
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2
Gonna Make You Sweat
Title: Ready to Sweat Plot: Jack gears up for rigorous training sessions when Frankie, George, and Mikey enlist him to prepare them for the varsity b...
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3
How Do You Talk to an Angel
Frankie bides his time, looking for the perfect opportunity to invite his crush, Lili Reinhart, to the homecoming dance. Meanwhile, Jack has Rachel gi...
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4
Rhythm Is a Dancer
Title: Rhythm Is a Dancer Plot: During homecoming festivities, Frankie faces disappointment when he discovers his crush is attending with someone e...
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5
Something to Talk About
Frankie brings his new girlfriend home to meet his mother, who is still recovering from surgery and under the influence of painkillers. Meanwhile, Mik...
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6
She Drives Me Crazy
To encourage Rachel to take her education seriously and become more involved, Jack secures her a place on the wrestling team, which annoys the wrestli...
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7
Parents Just Don't Understand
Title: Parents Just Can’t Relate Plot: Frankie experiences alcohol for the first time, while Rachel expresses her desire to start birth control, le...
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8
Smells Like Teens Spirit
Jack becomes overly confident in his parenting abilities when he agrees to let Rachel host a sleepover.
