365 Days to the Wedding
Overview
Takuya and Rika, two introverted employees at a Tokyo travel agency, find themselves facing an unexpected challenge when the company plans to open a new branch in Alaska. With the requirement that only married staff can stay behind, they concoct a scheme to fake an engagement in order to avoid the move. Despite their previous lack of interaction, the duo must navigate the complexities of pretending to be a couple. Will they be able to pull off their charade without complications, or will their newfound relationship turn out to be more real than they anticipated?
Episodes
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1
Pilot
In the opening episode, we meet Eddie and Joy Stamm, a couple who have been happily married for over 8000 days. Their new neighbors, Steph and Jeff Wo...
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1
Why Don't We Get Married?
Takuya and Rika, introverted employees at a Tokyo travel agency, find themselves facing an unexpected challenge when a new branch opens in Alaska. To...
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2
Sex for Furniture
Joy is anxious about confronting Eddie regarding the patio furniture replacement until Steph shares her unique approach with Jeff to secure the pieces...
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2
What Does It Mean to Get Married?
Someone at work seems to know Takuya and Rika are faking their engagement, so they can't afford to let their guard down at any time. Then, somehow Tak...
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3
The Ring
During a thank-you dinner with the Woodcocks and the Starks, Joy expresses her desire for more romance from Eddie, questioning why she hasn't yet rece...
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3
Can We Share Our Predicaments?
Takuya is set to return to Kumamoto for the weekend to reveal to his family that the wedding is just a ruse. However, before he can do that, he must ...
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4
The Wood Pile
Eddie turns to the newly married couple next door for assistance in storing his woodpile in the garage after Joy advises him to "either use it or lose...
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4
Can We Share Our Lives?
Takuya intends to return home solo to reveal the truth about the marriage deception to his family. However, unexpected events lead Rika to join him on...
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5
The Garage Band
Eddie confides in Joy about rehearsing with his band, thinking he needs to conceal the truth. However, Joy is already aware of what Eddie is really up...
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5
How About We Travel Together?
The trip to Aso largely turns into a comedy of errors, but at least now Takuya's family knows the marriage idea is just a ploy. Afterwards, it begins ...
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Your Mother or Your Wife
Jeff is excited about his mother’s visit, but things get complicated when he prioritizes her over Steph, leading to rising tension between the two. ...
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Are Two People Happy Together?
Upon their return to Tokyo, Rika and Takuya find themselves struggling to connect. Meanwhile, an unforeseen incident involving their colleague Shinsh...
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Dream Getaway
Steph and Jeff manage to persuade Eddie and Joy to take a trip with them to the mountains. However, things take a turn when Steph confides in Jeff abo...
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7
Can I Come Over to Your Place?
On her inaugural day in Tokyo, Nao encounters Rika. As they enjoy each other's company, Rika vents her annoyance about Takuya's indecisive nature. Sei...
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Death Sex
Following an injury, Eddie becomes convinced that his time is limited. In light of this fear, he and Joy reignite their romantic connection. However, ...
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8
Are Declarations of Love Genuine?
Gonda makes a surprise visit and requests Takuya's assistance. He’s gearing up to meet a match from a dating app face-to-face for the first time, a...
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9
The Toaster
Joy tries to convince Eddie that unplugging the toaster can help save on electricity, but Eddie firmly believes she’s wrong. Their stubbornness lead...
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10
Daddy's Girl
Allison, Eddie and Joy's daughter, returns home for the holidays to ring in the New Year with her parents. After receiving troubling news from her boy...
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10
Are You Okay With Dating?
Rika rather abruptly invites Takuya on a date, and what she has in mind is unconventional to say the least. What's her actual goal for the day, and wh...
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11
The Anniversary Party
At Vicki and Stan's 25th anniversary celebration, Joy finds herself grappling with jealousy over the affection Stan shows his wife. Meanwhile, Eddie s...
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11
Are You Serious About Living Under the Same Roof?
Kurokawa gives a new work assignment to Rika and Takuya, one that living together for a time would make it easier to complete. But as they soon discov...
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12
Are You Really Getting Married?
The time has finally come to choose someone for the Alaska transfer. Takuya and Rika might be safe provided everyone believes their fake marriage plan...
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12
The Hockey Lie
Jeff is devastated and furious when Steph announces that she no longer wants to be his Hockey Girl. Later, Eddie reflects on how it’s common for new...
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13
Fight Friend
Joy seeks assistance from her friend Nicole after a clash with Eddie. When Eddie questions Joy about her bond with Nicole, tensions escalate, leading ...
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14
The Colleague
Joy allows Eddie to spend time with a female friend, and they quickly connect over their shared past. Meanwhile, Jeff attempts to fit in with the popu...
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15
The Bachelor Party
After finding out that Jeff never experienced a bachelor party, the guys decide to hit a local club for a boys' night. However, the evening takes an u...
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16
The Italian Affair
After Joy calls Eddie a pack rat, he and Jeff sift through mountains of old belongings from Eddie's past. They discover an old roll of film, and Jeff ...
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17
Clay Date
During parents weekend, Eddie and Joy stay in Allison's dorm, where they encounter a partying single dad. As Allison reveals her new major and plans f...
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18
I Heart Woodcocks
As the Woodcocks grow closer to the Cofelds, the Starks begin to feel neglected. To their astonishment, they realize how much they miss their moments ...
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19
The Coffeemaker
Steph surprises Eddie and Joy with a cappuccino machine originally given to Jeff's mom as a wedding present. Joy is thrilled with the gift, but Eddie ...
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20
That's Ridiculous
During Spring Break in Florida, Joy reunites with Allison (guest star Krysten Ritter), leaving Eddie elated to have the house all to himself. He relis...
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21
Webby's Not Happy
Eddie is starstruck when one of his idols, Webby (guest star Ted McGinley), pays a visit, but Joy isn’t impressed by Webby’s carefree lifestyle fi...
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22
Summer of Love
With summer vacation in full swing, Allison catches her parents off guard by bringing home Doug (guest-star Timm Sharp). As Allison and Doug relish th...
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Performance Anxiety
Eddie believes Joy embarrassed herself at Steph's birthday celebration, so he feels compelled to point out her annoying habits. In response, she turns...
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Four Neighbors and a Funeral
Eddie and Joy experience feelings of exclusion when they discover they are the only neighbors not invited to an elderly neighbor's funeral. When Joy i...
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3
Come Out and Play
Jeff invites Eddie to join the faculty basketball team, but unbeknownst to Jeff, Eddie struggles with the game despite his tall stature. This creates ...
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Tale of the Tape
Steph expresses her desire to watch an adult video with Jeff, who is completely new to the experience. Seeking guidance, Jeff turns to his coworkers a...
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Mixed Doubles
Steph decides to bring Eddie into her yoga world, while Jeff introduces Joy to the game of tennis. As the couples immerse themselves in these new acti...
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Vintage Eddie
Eddie and Joy get ready for Jeff's birthday celebration, but Eddie is reluctant to gift lingerie. Instead, he opts for a personal gift. During the din...
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Bedtime Stories
After Joy buys a pair of new lamps for her bedroom, she discovers that only one is functional while the other is defective. This leads to a heated arg...
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No More Mr. Vice Guy
When Jeff steps in as the acting principal at the school, he believes this is his moment to prove himself. However, when faced with a crucial decision...
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Everybody Digs Doug
Joy finds herself irritated with Steph, whose demeanor has changed since her husband gained a higher profile at the school. Meanwhile, with Eddie out ...
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Really Big Brother
In an effort to escape chores alongside Joy, Eddie decides to volunteer for a "Big Brother" program. However, things take an unexpected turn when he m...
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Raisinette in the Sun
After Kenny feels he has experienced a racist slight at a nearby movie theater, he responds with intense emotion, prompting Eddie to leap to his defen...
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12
Snip/Duck
After Joy and Eddie experience a pregnancy scare, Joy persuades Eddie to consider getting a vasectomy. Feeling anxious about the surgery, Eddie seeks ...
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13
Sob Story
After Joy calls Eddie out for his inability to show his emotions, they decide to attend a couple's seminar aimed at deepening their connection and hel...
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14
Second Marriage Guy
Eddie feels a pang of jealousy when his friend Karl introduces him to his laid-back second wife. Inspired by their easygoing relationship, he persuade...
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15
Swimming with the Starks
Joy surprises Eddie by canceling their typical anniversary celebration and giving him a thoughtful gift. In response, Eddie wants to impress her with ...
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Speed Bumps
After struggling to charm her way out of her first speeding ticket, Joy contemplates purchasing some enticing lingerie and undergoing plastic surgery ...
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Joy Ride
After bringing his car in for repairs, Eddie opts for a fresh start and splurges on a vibrant red convertible sports car. Observing his enthusiasm for...
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3
Dreamguys
After Kenny starts dating Joy, Eddie finds himself feeling excluded and envious of their conversations. Desperate to join in, he decides to show up un...
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4
Sugar Dougie
Allison returns home from college with her hippie boyfriend, Doug, but they quickly have a falling out and decide to split. Eddie is initially indiffe...
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Philadelphia Freedom
Eddie and Joy enjoy a lovely evening in the city, and Joy finds herself captivated by the urban lifestyle, declaring that they should relocate downtow...
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Circumdecision
Kenny panics when his swim trunks go missing at the water park, and his new girlfriend discovers he's not circumcised. In an effort to impress her, he...
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7
Secret Meatball
Joy finds out that Eddie has been keeping his beloved meatball-sandwich spot a secret from her. This revelation leads her to understand that after so ...
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Doug and Ally Return
Ally, the adventurous daughter of Eddie and Joy, comes back from her journey through the Ecuadorian rainforest with her new spouse, Doug. When the cou...
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Separate Beds
After years of tolerating each other's sleeping quirks, Joy and Eddie choose to sleep in separate beds. At the same time, Eddie discovers that his new...
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Eddie's Book
Doug's dad surprises him and Ally with a significant amount of money, leading them to grapple with whether to keep it or return it. At the same time, ...
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No Complaints
Eddie and Joy embark on a challenge to refrain from complaining, but Eddie soon discovers that bottling up his emotions is detrimental to his health. ...
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The Courtship of Eddie's Parents
While visiting his parents in Florida, Eddie learns that they intend to divorce so they can access better medical insurance. Unwilling to accept this ...
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The Ex-Factor
Joy has made a lively and attractive new friend named Eileen, who turns out to be Eddie’s former girlfriend. Initially, their friendship appears har...
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The Buffer
When Kenny's ex-wife throws him out of their home, Eddie offers him a place to stay with himself and Joy. Eddie soon notices that Joy seems much frien...
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Joy's Out of Work
After Joy gets laid off from her position at the travel agency, she realizes she needs to leverage her strengths to secure a new job. At the same time...
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Hi Def TV
After Eddie impulsively purchases a high-definition TV without consulting Joy, she responds by diving into her own shopping spree. At the same time, D...
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The Not-So-Perfect Couple
Joy encourages Eddie to see their doctor, Simona, but instead of just a routine check-up, Eddie finds himself infatuated with Simona and her husband, ...
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Independent Action
Eddie goes to their yearly baseball game date solo, as Joy isn’t there, and they come to the realization that they can lead their own independent li...
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Snore Loser
After discovering that Eddie’s irritability stems from his lack of sleep, he begins to seek treatment. However, this leads to an unexpected twist: J...
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The Break-up
When their friends go through a breakup, Eddie and Joy find themselves taking sides. However, things take a turn when the couple reconciles, leading t...
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The Perfect Couple
Eddie and Joy form a friendship with Stephen and his wife Simona, but Eddie's instant connection with them leaves Joy feeling sidelined. To make it up...
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The Check-up
Joy persuades Eddie to go see Simona for his yearly check-up, but just before his crucial interview with a Hindenburg blimp survivor, he comes down wi...
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Can't Elope
Joy becomes overly involved in the details of Ally and Doug's wedding, prompting Eddie to suggest they elope instead. Kenny steps up to officiate thei...
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Check Mate
During a dinner at the Starks' home, tensions rise when they choose to leave Simona and Stephen to handle the bill, sparking a fierce rivalry between ...
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The Concert
Eddie strikes up a friendship with a new teacher at school, discovering they share many interests. However, Ms. Duffy has her own agenda regarding the...
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Merit Pay
Eddie is determined to secure a raise so that he and Joy can take a much-needed vacation, but he struggles to persuade his principal. At the same time...
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The New Neighbors
Joy and Eddie encounter their quirky new neighbors, Tommy (guest star Gottfried) and April Campbell, which sparks Eddie's obsession with the notion of...
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The Wedding
The eve of Ally and Doug's wedding has everyone on edge, filled with anxiety about the big day ahead. As a result, each person starts to imagine their...
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22
Ally Abroad
Allison hurries to the hospital when her boyfriend Doug is admitted, only to be taken aback when he proposes to her. Eddie and Joy are caught off guar...
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Joy's Mom
Joy's mother drops by for a visit, and her incessant nagging quickly drives Joy to her limits. In an effort to defuse the situation, Eddie steps in wi...
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Dog Fight
Joy and Eddie decide to try role-playing to add some excitement to their relationship, but they discover that being true to themselves is far more app...
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Sell the House
Eddie and Joy are looking to downsize to a cozier home, but Doug and Ally aren’t yet prepared to live independently. At the same time, after Duffy b...
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Family Vacation
While on vacation, Eddie and Joy unintentionally give a newlywed couple the wrong idea about marriage. Determined to set the record straight, Joy trie...
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Ally's Pregnant
When Ally and Doug share the news that they are expecting a baby, Joy has a breakdown at the thought of becoming a grandmother. In a bid to manage the...
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Smart Phone
Eddie grows increasingly frustrated with his students’ constant cell phone usage during class and realizes that he and Joy are the only ones not cap...
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Big Man, Little Man
Eddie becomes insecure when Tommy (guest star Gottfried) and Mr. White (guest star Mull) brag about their attributes, prompting Joy to reassure him th...
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Brother's Keeper
Eddie isn't thrilled about his brother Charlie and his new boyfriend Terence visiting for a weekend filled with wine-tasting and antiquing. To his sur...
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Work Wife
After Joy is let go from her position at Eddie's school, she takes a job as Stephen's executive assistant, played by guest star Nealon. However, the r...
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Baby Steps
Joy gets carried away with organizing Ally's baby shower, fixating on the perfect baby gifts. At the same time, Mr. White struggles to present Ally an...
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Let's Go
Whitey plans a surprise celebration for his cantankerous 93-year-old uncle, but the guests are taken aback to find his home stuffed to the brim with c...
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The Baby
Eddie's long-awaited book hits the shelves, but on the day of his signing event, Ally goes into labor, prompting everyone to gather to celebrate the n...
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The Joy of Learning
Joy struggles with feelings of inadequacy because she never completed college, prompting her to dive into her studies and pursue her degree. While she...
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Coupon Bob
After Joy's frustration with Eddie for neglecting her birthday reaches a peak, she chooses to redeem all the massage, pedicure, and chore coupons he h...
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Cold Case
Feeling uneasy about Eddie hiding something from her, Joy takes it upon herself to dig for the truth. Meanwhile, Eddie seeks counsel from his buddies ...
