Series synopsis
One Mississippi is an American drama comedy television series that premiered on Prime Video on September 9, 2016. It ended on September 7, 2017. It was created by Tig Notaro, Diablo Cody. It stars Tig Notaro, Rya Kihlstedt, John Rothman and Noah Harpster.
This semi-autobiographical dark comedy starring Tig Notaro follows her as she returns to her hometown after the sudden death of her mother. Still reeling from her own declining health problems, Tig struggles to find her footing with the loss of the one person in her life who understood her. All while dealing with her clingy girlfriend and her dysfunctional family.
Premise
This semi-autobiographical dark comedy starring Tig Notaro follows her as she returns to her hometown after the sudden death of her mother. Still reeling from her own declining health problems, Tig struggles to find her footing with the loss of the one person in her life who understood her. All while dealing with her clingy girlfriend and her dysfunctional family.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Tig Notaro as Tig
- Rya Kihlstedt as Caroline
- John Rothman as Bill
- Noah Harpster as Remy
- Stephanie Allynne as Kate
- Casey Wilson as Brooke
- Sheryl Lee Ralph as Felicia
Guest cast
- Lesley Arfin as Anja Lott
- Riley St. John as Young Tig
- Blake Burt as Jamie Baxter
- Wyatt Parker as Jaden
- John Bostic as Clerk
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 12 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | September 9, 2016 | September 9, 2016 |
| Season 2 | 6 | September 7, 2017 | September 7, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pilot Tig Notaro, an LA-based radio host, returns to her hometown of Bay St. Lucille, Mississippi, to be at the bedside of her ailing mother, Caroline. Suffering from her own recent health problems, Tig attempts to reconnect with her brother, Remy, and stepfather, Bill, both of whom lack the emotional tools to deal with family trauma. |
September 9, 2016 |
| 2 |
Effects Struggling to accept her mother's death, Tig can't let go of Caroline's possessions. Unable to leave home, Tig tries to maintain control of her radio show from Mississippi. Seeing that Tig is unable to accept the fragility of life, most pressingly her own, Bill pushes her to investigate a disturbing, yet oddly hilarious medical procedure. |
September 9, 2016 |
| 3 |
The Cat's Out Bill's cat escapes and he blames Tig for letting her out. Tig's biological father, Mick, leads a search party. Assigned to survey the neighborhood, Tig unearths a secret from Caroline's past. Having found a local station where she can record her show remotely, Tig connects with Kate, the off-beat radio station manager. |
September 9, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
I Want to Hold Your Hand Hoping to get more intimate with Kate, Tig attends a party at her apartment in New Orleans. Later, Tig and Kate stoke controversy in Bay St Lucille with a discussion on their radio show. Bill is oblivious to the attentions of an admirer, while Remy blows it with a lady friend when a joke leads to a political disagreement. |
September 7, 2017 |
| 2 |
Into the Light Tig goes on a complicated date. Bill makes a connection with a woman in his office building. Remy also meets someone, at church. A mysterious crystal brings the family together. |
September 7, 2017 |
| 3 |
Kiss Me and Smile for Me Tig and Kate deal with negative reactions to their radio show, leading them to a career opportunity. Remy and Bill attend an emotionally charged party at the senior center, while Tig and Kate go fishing and their relationship deepens. |
September 7, 2017 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Prime Video |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 9, 2016 |
| Last aired | September 7, 2017 |
| Runtime | 25 minutes |
| Status | canceled |