Sydney to the Max
Overview
Thirteen-year-old Sydney is eager to embrace independence, much to the chagrin of her well-meaning father, Max, who is determined to protect his little girl. As Sydney navigates the challenges of adolescence, Max struggles to balance his instincts to safeguard her with her desire for freedom. Meanwhile, Sydney's grandmother, Judy, reflects on Max's own youthful escapades, leading to humorous flashbacks that reveal the similarities between past and present. This charming blend of nostalgia and comedy captures the bittersweet essence of growing up while highlighting the generational challenges of parenting.
Episodes
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1
Can't Dye This
Excited for her first day of 7th grade, Sydney decides it's time for a dramatic new hairstyle. Her dad, Max, isn't on board with the idea, but with Ol...
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2
Who Let the Dogs In
Title: Who Let the Dogs In Plot: Sydney is eager to bring a dog into her life, but Max doubts her preparedness for such a commitment. In a nostalgic ...
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3
The Parent Track
Max becomes concerned when he suspects Sydney has sneaked out to a concert with Olive, despite his objections, so he decides to track her phone. This ...
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4
Adventures in Babe-Sitting
Sydney and Olive face challenges with their babysitting gig when they discover that the child they're looking after is the sibling of one of the most ...
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5
Shaved by the Bell
Sydney receives an invitation to a pool party, but she feels insecure about her hairy legs and considers shaving them. This situation brings to mind h...
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6
I Know What You Did Last Sleepover
Sydney and Olive can’t wait for their week-long sleepover, but they soon discover that spending every moment together comes with its own set of diff...
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7
Good Grade Hunting
Sydney is puzzled when she struggles to earn an A in her poetry class, especially since her dad received top marks in the same class with the same tea...
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8
You've Got Female
Sydney takes the initiative to rally her classmates for a protest aimed at making school clubs more welcoming to girls. Meanwhile, young Max strikes u...
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9
The Lyin' King
Sydney and Olive's friendship faces a challenge when they both befriend the new girl at school, leading them to keep their connection hidden from each...
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10
Caved & Confused
Judy recruits Grandma Judy to assist her in transforming the basement into their personal “girl cave.” Meanwhile, Max begins to feel excluded afte...
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11
Can't Hardly Date
Concerned that her father might be feeling isolated, Sydney suggests that he try dating again. Meanwhile, after Young Max damages his skateboard once ...
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12
Little Shop of Reynolds
Sydney and Olive offer their assistance to Max during the bike shop's most significant sale of the year. Meanwhile, when Leo’s father brings in a ne...
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13
Dude, Where's My Car Wash Money?
After Olive is elected class treasurer, she inadvertently misplaces the funds meant for the ice cream truck she promised her classmates. To help her r...
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14
As Bad as She Gets
Title: A Birthday Reunion Plot: Sydney decides to give her father Max a special birthday surprise by inviting his lifelong friend Leo and Leo's son t...
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15
There's Something About Zach
Title: A Twist of Fate with Zach Plot: Max finds himself overwhelmed at the bike shop's smoothie counter and decides he could use some help. Encourag...
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16
Nuthin' but a Dance Thang
Title: Just a Dance Thing Plot: Syd feels she has outgrown the father-daughter dance, yet she worries about disappointing her dad. Meanwhile, young M...
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17
Never Been Pierced
Grandma Judy feels a bit hurt when Sydney decides to get her ears pierced during a trip with Mrs. Harris.
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18
Nightmare on Syd Street
Title: Syd Street Horror Plot: After a humiliating incident at school, Sydney retreats to her room, shutting herself off from the world. There, she f...
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19
Mo' Grandmas, Mo' Problems
Sydney is thrilled when Grandma Maya arrives for a visit, enjoying every moment they share together. This leaves Grandma Judy feeling a bit neglected ...
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20
Dancin' the Vida Loca
As Sydney faces challenges with ballet, a skill her mother excelled in, she begins to sense a growing distance from her mother’s memory.
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21
How Sydney Got Her Phone Back
As the Parent School Committee prepares to vote on a policy banning cell phones during school hours, Sydney is confident her dad will oppose it.
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How the Syd Stole Christmas
Title: How the Syd Stole Christmas Plot: The season 2 premiere of Sydney to the Max, "How the Syd Stole Christmas," highlights Sydney, played by Ruth...
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2
Father Of The Bribe
Title: The Price of Victory Plot: Sydney is thrilled to be selected for her school's inaugural girls' fencing team. However, her excitement quickly t...
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3
Sister Pact
Title: Sister Pact Plot: Sydney and her friends decide to attend the dance as a group, opting to forgo dates. Meanwhile, Max reminisces about his ini...
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4
Night Not At The Museum
Max's frustration grows as Sydney continually fails to make her curfew, leading her to ground her just before the exclusive one-night Pop-Up cake muse...
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5
Going the Green Mile
Title: Taking the Eco Stand Plot: In a bid to promote environmental awareness, Sydney and her friends organize a student protest urging the cafeteria...
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6
Girlz II Women
Sydney experiences her first period and, after a mishap at school, feels overwhelmed and distressed. As a result, she decides she doesn't want to perf...
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7
Baby One More Rhyme
Sydney decides to participate in a songwriting competition for a pop artist, only to discover that the producers at the record label have plans to sig...
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8
Mrs. Harris' Opus
After Sydney and Olive inadvertently ruin a highly acclaimed exhibit at the museum, their teacher, Mrs. Harris, faces the threat of losing her job as ...
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9
The Lunch Club
Sydney is caught in a dilemma as she juggles her time between her friends and her fencing teammates. She wonders if it's possible to maintain friendsh...
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10
Boy Meets Dad
Max is thrilled to receive The Heart of Portland award for his charitable contributions. However, his excitement takes a turn when his estranged fathe...
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11
Slurping with the Enemy
Max feels anxious when a new smoothie shop opens nearby, posing a threat to Reynolds Rides with their colorful flamingo drink.
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12
What's My Grade Again
Title: What's My Grade Again Plot: As seventh grade nears its end, Sydney and her three best friends are buzzing with excitement. However, their enth...
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13
Crush Hour
Title: Yearbook Secrets Plot: As the school year comes to a close, Syd flips through her yearbook, reminiscing about the memories captured within. Am...
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14
Bummer Rental
Title: Disappointing Getaway Plot: During the Fourth of July weekend, Max decides to treat Sydney, Olive, and Sophia by booking the lakeside cabin wh...
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15
My Best Friends' Ending
Sydney throws a sleepover for her friends, but things take an unexpected twist when a group selfie ignites a conflict between Emmy and Sophia. As tens...
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16
Sing It On
Sydney is eager to go to a Rock 'n Roll summer camp, but she struggles to find the right moment to share her wish with her dad. This is especially cha...
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17
Rock the Float
Syd, Olive, Sophia, and Emmy are thrilled that their float celebrating courageous women has been selected for the annual Portland Parade. However, the...
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18
The Big Rozalski
While attempting to support Olive in confronting her brothers, Sydney discovers that the relationships between siblings are far more intricate than sh...
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19
When Harry Met Sydney
Syd discovers that her childhood best friend, Harry, is returning to Portland. When Olive meets him, she believes he would be an ideal partner for Syd...
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20
Look Who's Rocking
Grandma Judy finally has the chance to meet her beloved rock star, Davey Rogers.
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21
Thirteen Candles
Title: Thirteen Candles Plot: As Sydney approaches her 13th birthday, she embarks on organizing an elegant celebration. Her detailed preparations tri...
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Tearin' Up My Room
Syd comes back from music camp with a newfound sense of maturity and independence.
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2
A Few Good Mentors
In keeping with their annual tradition, Syd and Olive find themselves teamed up with a couple of sixth graders to provide mentorship.
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3
He's All That
Harry is relocating back to Portland, and Sydney finds it hard to come to terms with the prospect of a long-distance relationship.
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4
Three Amigas and a Harry
Syd hopes to strengthen the bond between the amigas and Harry, but she ends up feeling overwhelmed by the expectations she places on herself.
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5
Boy Story
Sydney is struggling to juggle her friendships, extracurriculars, and academic responsibilities.
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6
My Own First Enemies
Title: My Own First Enemies Plot: Sydney makes the bold choice to share one of her original songs on the internet, hoping to reach a wider audience.
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7
The Hair Switch Project
Title: The Hair Transformation Initiative Plot: A young girl in middle school and her caring single dad discover unexpected similarities in their liv...
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8
The Bat Mitzvah Planner
A young girl in middle school and her devoted single dad discover unexpected similarities between themselves that strengthen their bond.
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9
Man! I Feel Like a Genius
A middle school girl and her devoted single dad discover they share deeper connections than they ever thought possible.
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10
What's Eating Olive Rozalski?
Max, Syd, and Grandma Judy sit down with Olive to share their experiences and feelings surrounding the divorce in their family. They discuss the chall...
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11
Do the Write Thing
Syd begins to wonder if her teacher has chosen historical figures for each student in her class based on their racial backgrounds.
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12
Cool Intentions
Sydney is thrilled when Max heads out of town, leaving her Grandma Judy in charge.
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13
A Crush Of Their Own
Title: Unexpected Connections Plot: A young girl in middle school navigates the complexities of her first crush while her devoted single dad grapples...
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14
The Hunt for the Rad October
Sydney and her friends are thrilled about their Halloween plans, all decked out in their peanut butter and jelly group costume. However, their excitem...
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15
Jingled Out
Max brings Sydney on board to create a catchy jingle for Reynolds Rides, but Sydney quickly discovers that balancing her roles as both a daughter and ...
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16
Honey, You Shrunk The Fit
Sydney faces a dilemma when she’s invited to promote a trendy clothing brand on social media, grappling with their restrictive "one size fits all" a...
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17
Family Buy
Title: Family Purchase Plot: The Reynolds family is thrilled when they come into some unexpected money, but they quickly find themselves at an impass...
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18
My Cousin Lexi
Sydney can hardly contain her excitement when her lively 7-year-old cousin, Lexi, comes to stay with the Reynolds for the summer.
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19
Praise Your Voice
After Lexi signs Syd up to sing at church for Youth Day, Sydney begins to doubt her ability to handle gospel music. Meanwhile, in the ’90s, Max moti...
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20
Pie Hard
Lexi decides to whip up their family's beloved sweet potato praline pie, a cherished recipe passed down through generations. Meanwhile, Sydney attempt...
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21
Any Given Sunday Brunch
When Sydney teams up with another member of the congregation to host the Sunday brunch after church, a friendly rivalry begins to develop between them...
