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Council of Dads

20201 season

When Scott Perry, a loving father of five, has his entire life’s plan thrown into upheaval by an unexpected health scare, he calls on a few of his most trusted friends to step in as backup dads to help guide and support his growing family.

Synopsis

When Scott Perry, a loving father of five, has his entire life’s plan thrown into upheaval by an unexpected health scare, he calls on a few of his most trusted friends to step in as backup dads to help guide and support his growing family.

Episodes

Seasons & episodes

1 season

Pilot

1. Pilot

Mar 24, 2020 43 min

The Perry family comes together to deal with dad Scott Perry’s health crisis. Scott reveals he has a plan to create a “Council of Dads” that would be there for the family if anything should happen to him.

I'm Not Fine

2. I'm Not Fine

Apr 30, 2020 43 min

Robin grapples with how a "Council of Dads" could really function in their day-to-day life as Larry takes on his responsibilities with passion. Luly has an unexpected meeting with her birth mom and learns about her early life with Scott.

Who Do You Wanna Be?

3. Who Do You Wanna Be?

May 7, 2020 43 min

Larry presents an offer to Robin that will impact the future of the Crab Shack, catching Anthony and everyone else by surprise. Luly endeavors to make an impression in her writing group, digging deep into personal experiences for a piece. Evan contemplates a return to school. Oliver makes strides with Theo but finds himself torn from his own family duties

The Sixth Stage

4. The Sixth Stage

May 14, 2020 43 min

Robin contemplates romantic life after Scott. Luly and Evan make a risky investment with their loan money, Anthony prepares for the transition of the Crab Shack and develops a surprising friendship. Larry confronts his past failures.

Tradition

5. Tradition

May 28, 2020 43 min

Robin tackles the fall holidays bravely but feels she can't compare to how well Scott handled everything. Oliver struggles with Peter's transgression. Theo makes new friends but finds they aren't necessarily the best influence. Luly gets some news about her adoptive family.

The Best Laid Plans

7. The Best Laid Plans

Jun 11, 2020 43 min

Anthony contemplates an intriguing job offer that would mean a move to Las Vegas. Evan finds his loyalties tested between Luly and his strong-willed mother while Larry shares some sage advice. Oliver confronts Anthony about a deeply held personal secret that will rock the Perry family.

Dear Dad

8. Dear Dad

Jun 16, 2020 43 min

Robin and the Council agree to tell Luly a shocking truth and she takes matters into her own hands. Oliver and Peter finally decide to adopt but learn some sobering news about the birth mother. Sam does his best to support Robin and she finds herself falling for him despite the chaos in her life.

Stormy Weather

9. Stormy Weather

Jun 25, 2020 43 min

Luly deals with the aftermath of her blog being published. She helps Larry reach out to help his estranged daughter and granddaughter during the story. The Perry family heads for higher ground before the storm.

Fight or Flight

10. Fight or Flight

Jul 2, 2020 43 min

Anthony arrives at the storm-ravaged Perry home to find Robin and Theo in peril, and Oliver puts all his medical skills to work when Sage goes into early labor. Meanwhile, the future of the Crab Shack is left hanging in the balance from the storm damage and the Perry kids grapple with the stunning news about Luly. Hilarie Burton and David Walton guest star.

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Cast

Sarah Wayne Callies

Sarah Wayne Callies

Robin Perry

J. August Richards

J. August Richards

Dr. Oliver Post

Clive Standen

Clive Standen

Anthony Lavelle

Michele Weaver

Michele Weaver

Luly Perry

Blue Chapman

Blue Chapman

JJ Perry

Thalia Tran

Thalia Tran

Charlotte Perry

Production

The details

Release

2020

Seasons

1 season

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