Series synopsis
Superior Donuts is an American comedy television series that premiered on CBS on February 2, 2017. It ended on May 14, 2018. It was created by Neil Goldman, Bob Daily, Garrett Donovan. It stars Jermaine Fowler, Judd Hirsch, Katey Sagal and David Koechner.
The relationship between Arthur, the gruff owner of a small donut shop, his enterprising new young employee, Franco, and their loyal patrons in a quickly gentrifying Chicago neighborhood.
Premise
The relationship between Arthur, the gruff owner of a small donut shop, his enterprising new young employee, Franco, and their loyal patrons in a quickly gentrifying Chicago neighborhood.
Premise: Superior Donuts
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Jermaine Fowler as Franco Wicks
- Judd Hirsch as Arthur Przybyszewski
- Katey Sagal as Randy DeLuca
- David Koechner as Carl “Tush” Tushinski
- Maz Jobrani as Fawz
- Anna Baryshnikov as Maya
- Darien Sills-Evans as James Jordan
- Rell Battle as Sweatpants
Supporting cast
- Diane Guerrero as Sofia
Guest cast
- Ella Jay Basco as Logan
- Jim Titus as Mike
- Mary Sohn as Logan's Mom
- Brayden Fenderson as Herbert
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 34 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | February 2, 2017 | May 8, 2017 |
| Season 2 | 21 | October 30, 2017 | May 14, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pilot Arthur refuses to sell newfangled cronuts and macchiatos or renovate his dated shop that hasn’t changed since it opened in 1969. That all changes when enterprising go-getter Franco fast-talks his way into Arthur’s life as his new (and only) employee, and convinces him that he can bring the shop – and Arthur – into the 21st century. |
February 2, 2017 |
| 2 |
What’s the Big Idea? When Franco’s creative new donut flavors become bestsellers, Arthur tries to prove he’s still relevant by coming up with a unique one of his own. Also, Fawz works to dream up an inventive password in order to keep Maya and James from stealing his store’s WiFi. |
February 6, 2017 |
| 3 |
Crime Time Franco encourages Arthur to increase his security when Fawz’s dry-cleaning store is robbed, but becomes concerned when Arthur buys a gun. Also, Tush offers Maya his personal approach to protecting herself. |
February 13, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
What the Truck? Arthur's business is threatened when Sofia (Diane Guerrero), an ambitious young entrepreneur, parks her organic food truck in front of the donut shop, becoming a hit with his customers and catching Franco's eye. Also, Franco grows frustrated trying to follow his dream of going to college. |
October 30, 2017 |
| 2 |
Is There a Problem, Officer? When a video surfaces of Randy being aggressive during a traffic stop, Franco begins to question her capabilities as a police officer. To prove that Randy is a good cop, Arthur agrees to Franco's request to tail her while she's on duty, and the night takes a dramatic turn. |
November 6, 2017 |
| 3 |
Brotégé Franco signs up to be a Big Brother but is disappointed when the kid, Andre, bonds more with Arthur than him. |
November 13, 2017 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | CBS |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 2, 2017 |
| Last aired | May 14, 2018 |
| Runtime | 22 minutes |
| Status | canceled |
| Schedule | Monday at 21:00:00 |