Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce

Follows a best-selling author of a self-help book series who hides her recent separation as she starts to navigate her life as a single woman in her 40s in Los Angeles.

Genre: Comedy, Drama

Cast:Lisa Edelstein , Beau Garrett , Necar Zadegan , Alanna Ubach , Conner Dwelly , Dylan Schombing , Paul Adelstein , Brian Markinson , Retta , Alison Thornton , Julianna Guill , Matthew Glave , Maury Sterling , Will Kemp , James Lesure , Aaron Staton , Patrick Heusinger , J. August Richards

1Season 1

S1.E1 ∙ Rule #23: Never Lie to the Kids

Fri, Jan 9, 2015

Newly separated author Abby McCarthy (Lisa Edelstein) takes advice from her divorced friends (Janeane Garofalo, Beau Garrett) and begins to navigate life as a single woman in the premiere of this scripted series.

2Season 1

S1.E2 ∙ Rule #174: Never Trust Anyone Who Charges by the Hour

Tue, Dec 9, 2014

Abby tries to recover from a public breakdown, thereby rescuing her brand. Meanwhile, Abby and Jake try to make the best of their divorce for the sake of the children, and Lyla's former husband seeks revenge for his DUI.

3Season 1

S1.E3 ∙ Rule #47: Always Take Advantage of "Me" Time

Tue, Dec 16, 2014

Abby spends her first night alone without the children, leading to a chaotic ride through Hollywood with the ladies. Meanwhile, Jake seeks a perfect first evening with the kids at his new place.

4Season 1

S1.E4 ∙ Rule #426: Fantasyland: A Great Place to Visit

Tue, Dec 23, 2014

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) starts to date Nate (C. Thomas Howell), a married dad with whom she had an emotional affair during her marriage. Phoebe (Beau Garrett) starts to get close to one of the dads at school. Lyla (Janeane Garofalo) tries to find a new way to release some tension. Max and Ford are honored at the Family Equality Gala and given an award by LGBT activist Adele Northrop (Laverne Cox).

5Season 1

S1.E5 ∙ Rule #21: Leave Childishness to the Children

Tue, Dec 30, 2014

After the disastrous date with Nate, Abby (Lisa Edelstein) goes on a date with her hot, young pursuer, Will (Warren Christie). Meanwhile, Lyla's mother, Annie (Bernadette Peters), comes to Los Angeles to help her make the best impression possible with the visiting caseworker.

6Season 1

S1.E6 ∙ Rule #33: When in Doubt, Run Away

Tue, Jan 6, 2015

A photo shoot for Phoebe's (Beau Garrett) Infant Fabuleax jewelry line takes the ladies on a trip to Vegas. Abby (Lisa Edelstein) is cleansing and is determined to work on her next book. Lyla (Janeane Garofalo) awaits the recommendation of the caseworker in her custody battle.

7Season 1

S1.E7 ∙ Rule #67: Don't Kill the Princess

Tue, Jan 13, 2015

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) throws a birthday party for her daughter Lilly (Conner Dwelly) only to have Jake's (Paul Adelstein) girlfriend, CW actress Becca Riley (Julianna Guill), show up uninvited. Abby wonders if she's pregnant... and entertains what she'd do if she were. Meanwhile, Delia (Necar Zadegan) is handling the divorce of Gordon Beech (Matthew Glave), husband of acclaimed fashion designer Courtney Beech (Virginia Williams).

8Season 1

S1.E8 ∙ Rule #17: Ask the Answer Lady

Tue, Jan 20, 2015

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) prepares to pitch her new brand to her agency when Jo (Alanna Ubach), an old friend from college arrives with her blunt, brassy New York attitude. Things get complicated when Jake (Paul Adelstein) gets a job directing an episode of Becca's (Julianna Guill) TV show "Blood Sisters."

9Season 1

S1.E9 ∙ Rule #32: F-you, Rob Frumpkis!

Tue, Jan 27, 2015

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) gets offered to write a Huffington Post article about her dating experiences as a divorced woman and must go on ten dates in two days. Delia (Necar Zadegan) is fearful that her affair with Gordon Beech (Matthew Glave) will become public knowledge and get her disbarred.

10Season 1

S1.E10 ∙ Rule #3: Don't Stand in the Doorway

Tue, Feb 3, 2015

When Abby's (Lisa Edelstein) Huffington Post piece "Why Aren't You Divorced Yet?" hits the Internet, the moms at school are furious as the article threatens to expose one of their husbands as a cheater. Looking into Jo's (Alanna Ubach) finances, Delia (Necar Zadegan) discovers a shocking secret.

11Season 1

S1.E11 ∙ Rule #46: Keep the Holidays Low Key

Tue, Feb 10, 2015

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) takes advantage of the kids being with Jake (Paul Adelstein) to throw an "Adult Friendsgiving" dinner with new boyfriend Will (Warren Christie). But as strange things begin to happen around the house, Abby and Jo (Alanna Ubach) question whether or not a spirit has decided to join them.

12Season 1

S1.E12 ∙ Rule #92: Don't Do the Crime If You Can't Do the Time

Tue, Feb 17, 2015

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) and Jake (Paul Adelstein) are finalizing their divorce, but getting along better than ever. Delia (Necar Zadegan) is up for partnership at the law firm but her relationship with Gordon Beech (Matthew Glave) threatens her chances.

13Season 1

S1.E13 ∙ Rule #101: Know When It's Time to Move On

Tue, Feb 24, 2015

As the time for Abby and Jake to sign their divorce papers approaches, Jo decides to throw a divorce party for Abby. Meanwhile, we find out about the history between Cory and Phoebe. Jake wants to get back together.

1Season 2

S2.E1 ∙ Rule #58: Avoid the Douchemobile

Tue, Dec 1, 2015

Abby chooses between boyfriend Will and husband Jake, while fielding a job offer from an online magazine called SheShe; Abby faces opposition from a rival editor at SheShe; Phoebe acts out in response to Kori's civil suit against her.

2Season 2

S2.E2 ∙ Rule #77: Don't Blow the Bubble

Tue, Dec 8, 2015

Abby and Jake try to hide their relationship; SheShe's managing editor Barbara pushes Abby to go out on dates to draw attention to her new blog; Delia hires a wedding planner; Jo prepares for the opening of her vegan bakery.

3Season 2

S2.E3 ∙ Rule #8: Timing Is Everything

Tue, Dec 15, 2015

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) goes on a date with TV celebrity Dr. Harris (Mark Valley) to increase traffic to her new blog and please Barbara (Retta). Jake (Paul Adelstein) decides to tell Abby a secret he's been keeping from her. Jo (Alanna Ubach) starts to Tinder date. Phoebe (Beau Garrett) throws Delia (Necar Zadegan) an engagement party.

4Season 2

S2.E4 ∙ Rule #605: You Can Go Home Again

Tue, Dec 22, 2015

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) and Jake (Paul Adelstein) decide to finally define their relationship status by spending a weekend at home without work, friends and the kids. Phoebe (Beau Garrett) reconnects with friends from her modeling days when she is offered a new campaign. Delia (Necar Zadegan) and fiancé Gordon (Matthew Glave) go house hunting, but discover that they both want very different things. Jo's (Alanna Ubach) daughter returns home after a visit with her father and new wife in Kentucky.

5Season 2

S2.E5 ∙ Rule #72: It's Never Too Late to Be a Mean Girl

Tue, Dec 29, 2015

At the news of Phoebe (Beau Garrett) getting her GED, the girlfriends decide to throw her a 90's themed prom sponsored by online magazine SheShe. Abby (Lisa Edelstein) goes on a second date with Dr. Harris (Mark Valley). Jo's (Alanna Ubach) ex-husband, Rob Frumpkis (Maury Sterling), comes to Los Angeles to spend time with his daughter.

6Season 2

S2.E6 ∙ Rule #25: Beware the Second Chance

Tue, Jan 5, 2016

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) goes to New York City to sell her book 'Girlfriends' Guide To Divorce' to publishers and runs into Dr. Harris (Mark Valley) at the same literary convention. Becca (Julianna Guill) tells Jake that TMZ knows about her pregnancy and is about to go public with the news. Jo (Alanna Ubach) finally meets Frumpkis' new wife, Charlene (Megan Hilty), who comes to town with plenty of her own opinions. Phoebe (Beau Garrett) takes a women's studies class.

7Season 2

S2.E7 ∙ Rule #14: No Means... No

Tue, Jan 12, 2016

Abby's (Lisa Edelstein) parents George (Barry Bostwick) and Dina (Lesley Ann Warren) come to town and make a very unusual request just as Jake (Paul Adelstein) is about to leave for Latvia. At the begging of her daughter, Abby reaches out to Becca (Julianna Guill) to have a meeting. Jo (Alanna Ubach) goes on an online dating binge. Phoebe (Beau Garrett) goes on a date with her professor Graeme (Jack Yang).

8Season 2

S2.E8 ∙ Rule #79: Labels Are for Canned Goods

Tue, Jan 19, 2016

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) and Barbara (Retta) head to SplitCon, a convention dedicated to providing services for people who are breaking or broken up. Phoebe (Beau Garrett) gets introduced into the LA art scene by new beau Joaquin (Niall Matter). Jo (Alanna Ubach) fights Charlene (Megan Hilty) for control of her bakery and the attention of her daughter.

9Season 2

S2.E9 ∙ Rule #81: There's No Crying in Porn

Tue, Jan 26, 2016

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) wants to define her relationship with Dr. Harris (Mark Valley) but he isn't ready yet. Abby reconnects with escort Carl (Victor Webster) in Los Angeles. Delia (Necar Zadegan) finds out who sent the photos of her and Albert (Brian Markinson). Phoebe (Beau Garrett) is intrigued by new artist JD's (Aaron Staton) creative process and the inspiration behind his artwork. Scott (Will Kemp) pushes Jo (Alanna Ubach) to fight for what's rightfully hers.

10Season 2

S2.E10 ∙ Rule #36: If You Can't Stand the Heat, You're Cooked

Tue, Feb 2, 2016

As a heat wave overtakes LA, Abby (Lisa Edelstein) is told by her editor Kat (Jean Smart) that her book is in need of a major overhaul. Abby decides that she is going to put Dr. Harris (Mark Valley) to the "boyfriend" test and invites him over to meet her friends and kids. Phoebe (Beau Garrett), with the help of ex-husband Ralf (Charles Mesure), puts up an art show for her new boyfriend JD (Aaron Staton). Delia (Necar Zadegan) tries to mend things with Gordon (Matthew Glave).

11Season 2

S2.E11 ∙ Rule #118: Let Her Eat Cake

Tue, Feb 9, 2016

After collapsing after the birth of Becca's (Julianna Guill) baby, Abby (Lisa Edelstein) is ordered by her doctor to stay at home and eat and rest. The girlfriends decide to throw Delia (Necar Zadegan) a surprise bachelorette party at an upscale male strip club, a treat from Barbara (Retta). Phoebe (Beau Garrett) deals with the fallout of her almost kiss with Ralf (Charles Mesure). Jo (Alanna Ubach) is having mixed feelings about Scott (Will Kemp).

12Season 2

S2.E12 ∙ Rule #876: Everything Does Not Happen for a Reason

Tue, Feb 16, 2016

It's Delia's (Necar Zadegan) wedding day! After betraying Delia and revealing her affair to the girlfriends, Abby (Lisa Edelstein) has been uninvited to the big day. With her deadline looming, Abby focuses her energies on finishing her book "Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce." Barbara (Retta) discovers that Abby is starting to unravel and rallies the girlfriends to help. In a scramble to get Abby to mend things with Delia, no one sees the big surprise that is revealed at the wedding.

13Season 2

S2.E13 ∙ Rule #59: "Happily Ever After" Is an Oxymoron

Tue, Feb 23, 2016

Abby (Lisa Edelstein) and the girlfriends help Delia (Necar Zadegan) cope after the fallout of Gordon's (Matthew Glave) news. Jake (Paul Adelstein) returns from Latvia with a secret to tell Abby. Jo (Alanna Ubach) has to finally face her feelings about Scott (Will Kemp). Phoebe (Beau Garrett) makes a surprise announcement. Barbara (Retta) eyes a new potential love interest.

1Season 3

S3.E1 ∙ Rule #43: When One Door Opens, There's an Icy Draft

Wed, Jan 11, 2017

Abby deals with the professional fallout from her gigolo scandal while she and Jake care for Becca's abandoned baby. Delia confronts Albert about sabotaging her wedding. Jo considers dating her baker, Scott. Phoebe holds a ceremony to celebrate womanhood, but not all the girlfriends feel like celebrating.

2Season 3

S3.E2 ∙ Rule #137: Move Your Car

Wed, Jan 18, 2017

Struggling to keep herself busy after losing her job, Abby gets involved with her son's baseball team and butts heads with Coach Mike. Jo puts her ex-husband in rehab and dives into a relationship with Scott. To make up for lost alimony, Phoebe gets a job at an art gallery and promotes the work of husband JD. Delia loses a big client to a colleague.

3Season 3

S3.E3 ∙ Rule #188: Mind Your Side of the Plate

Wed, Jan 25, 2017

To help Barbara find material for her new column, Abby joins her for a night out on the town. Jo deals with the ramifications after the sudden departure of Scott.

4Season 3

S3.E4 ∙ Rule #225: What Happens in Bakersfield Stays in Bakersfield

Wed, Feb 1, 2017

Stuck on a trip with her son's baseball team, Abby searches for inspiration for her novel. The rest of the girlfriends try to escape their problems with a weekend getaway, but Jo worries her alcoholic ex-husband will relapse, Delia runs into someone from her past, and Phoebe becomes entangled with billionaire playgirl, Gemma.

5Season 3

S3.E5 ∙ Rule #99: Cook Naked

Wed, Feb 8, 2017

Abby hosts a party for the baseball team's parents while trying to keep her relationship with Coach Mike under wraps. Jo indulges Frumpkis' plan to drum up business for the bakery. Barbara gets more than a new stovetop when Phoebe brings in contractor Darrell to remodel her kitchen.

6Season 3

S3.E6 ∙ Rule #218: There's No Crying in Baseball

Wed, Feb 15, 2017

Reeling from the revelation about Coach Mike, Abby tries to get through the last game of the season without incident, but she and Jo are pulled into their daughters' drama. Phoebe worries about the new direction JD's art has taken, just as she's about to present it to Gemma. Delia's star client jeopardizes her plans to return to her former glory at the firm.

7Season 3

S3.E7 ∙ Rule #91: Run Toward What Scares You

Wed, Feb 22, 2017

Abby finishes her novel but questions the future of her relationship with Mike. After disastrous interviews, Barbara questions quitting her job. JD and Phoebe's marriage is challenged after a debauched weekend at Gemma's chalet.

1Season 4

S4.E1 ∙ Rule #776: The Cat Is Always on the Roof

Thu, Aug 17, 2017

Abby and Barbara hunt for some high profile users to promote their new website. Jo goes all-in with her secret sparring partner. Delia takes on a serious case for a legal aid client. Phoebe elusively navigates life in two social circles.

2Season 4

S4.E2 ∙ Rule #10: Just Survive

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

Abby and Barbara continue to clash over big financial decisions. While Abby considers reconnecting with an old flame, she also cautions her daughter against becoming sexually active with her new boyfriend. An errand for Gemma brings Phoebe to JD's door, where she's forced to reconsider her priorities. Delia and Paul take their working relationship to the next level. Jo attends a silent retreat and confronts Albert; the truth leaves her stunned.

3Season 4

S4.E3 ∙ Rule #706: Let Them Eat Cupcakes

Thu, Aug 31, 2017

Abby has to leave town on a family emergency leaving Barbara to make difficult decisions. Jo and Delia try and hide discoveries from each others. Phoebe contemplates life changes when she can't find a job.

4Season 4

S4.E4 ∙ Rule #49: Let It Shine

Thu, Sep 7, 2017

The girlfriends rally around Abby as she plans her mother's funeral. Abby's brother reconnects with Phoebe. Delia and Jo continue to snipe over Albert. An unexpected former flame returns to Abby.

5Season 4

S4.E5 ∙ Rule #930: Plan for New Plans

Thu, Sep 14, 2017

Abby returns to Lady Parts but doesn't like the changes that have been made. Phoebe has an estate sale. Jo introduces Albert to Zooey. Abby's father causes a disaster when left alone.

6Season 4

S4.E6 ∙ Rule #155: Go with the Magician

Thu, Sep 21, 2017

Abby grapples with what to do with her father while making a last ditch effort to salvage her professional relationship with Barbara. Jo makes an impulsive decision that will affect her business and her relationship with Albert. Phoebe finds another way to make money by renting out her house, only to be shocked when someone from her past appears. Delia must face down an important test and Abby decides how to handle the situation with her father with some input from an old friend.

1Season 5

S5.E1 ∙ Rule #773: Step and Repeat

Thu, Jun 14, 2018

During a red-carpet event, Abby and the girlfriends flashback to their struggles and victories over the past 6 months. Abby is jealous of Mike's new job offer and makes an impetuous offer. Barbara let's her guard down around Leon.

2Season 5

S5.E2 ∙ Rule #149: Don't Eat the Yellow Snow

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

When Jake objects to Mike moving in with Abby, they fall back into their old, confrontational ways. Albert plans a birthday party for Jo which Jo's former mother-in-law crashes. Phoebe introduces Tony to her friends.

3Season 5

S5.E3 ∙ Rule #97: It Takes Two to Stab Yourself in the Butt

Thu, Jun 28, 2018

Abby is determined to blend the McCarthy and Brady families but all does not go well because Mike is working closely with his ex. Phoebe goes on a date. Delia struggles with IVF shots.

4Season 5

S5.E4 ∙ Rule #63: It's a Marathon, Not a Sprint

Thu, Jul 5, 2018

Abby and Colette clash over boundaries. Frumpkis and Jo deal with a family emergency. Delia receives bad news about her fertility treatments and recklessly pursues Tony.

5Season 5

S5.E5 ∙ Rule #303: Burn That Sh*t to the Ground

Thu, Jul 12, 2018

Abby is now a full-time stepmom since Colette has relocated. Delia tells the girlfriends that she's pregnant thanks to IVF. Phoebe thinks the baby is Tony's. Jo confesses to kissing Frumpus.

6Season 5

S5.E6 ∙ Rule #1: Keep the Toast Short

Thu, Jul 19, 2018

Abby must face the future and all its unknowns; Delia must decide how to handle her unexpected pregnancy; Jo must decide between Frumpkis and Albert; the girlfriends gather to celebrate Lilly's graduation.