Series synopsis
The Starter Wife is an American comedy drama television series that premiered on USA Network on October 10, 2008. It ended on December 12, 2008. It was created by Sara Parriott, Josann McGibbon. It stars Debra Messing, Judy Davis, Chris Diamantopoulos and David Alan Basche.
Molly Kagan, the ex-wife of a Hollywood entertainment mogul, transitions into a fabulous independent life after her divorce.
Premise
Molly Kagan, the ex-wife of a Hollywood entertainment mogul, transitions into a fabulous independent life after her divorce.
Premise: Wife begins again.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Debra Messing as Molly Kagan
- Judy Davis as Joan McAllister
- Chris Diamantopoulos as Rodney Evans
- David Alan Basche as Kenny Kagan
- Danielle Nicolet as Liz Marsh
- Brielle Barbusca as Jaden Kagan
- Hart Bochner as Zach McNeal
Guest cast
- Rhea Seehorn as Charlotte
- Ronny Cox as Pappy McAllister
- Daniel Gerroll as David Shea
- Reggie Austin as Devon Marsh
- James Black as Felix Soel
- Bonita Friedericy as Anthea
- James Urbaniak as Gary
- Alysia Reiner as Cindy
- Amy Stewart as Fiona
- Bruce Nozick as Jack Smiley
- Howard Mann as Karl
- Lee Lourdes as Newscaster
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 10 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 10 | October 10, 2008 | December 12, 2008 |
| Season 2 | 0 | October 10, 2008 | December 12, 2008 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Forty-Year-Old Virgin Queen Molly hopes to revitalize her career by using material from her diary in a writing workshop. Elsewhere, Joan wrangles an abrasive ex-sex symbol with her job at a rehab facility. Also, Rodney develops a crush on a client, a macho action star. |
October 10, 2008 |
| 2 |
The Diary of a Mad Ex-Housewife Molly's journal is stolen during a party in Zach's house and the result can be a disaster. Rodney has a surprise about his new client. |
October 10, 2008 |
| 3 |
Remains of the Snow Day Molly has been recognized as the Hollywood Ex-wife by a gossip blogger, causing her to hide at the Destinies. Elsewhere, Rodney explains his relationship with Felix to Molly, and Joan starts an affair. |
October 17, 2008 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Forty-Year-Old Virgin Queen | October 10, 2008 |
| 2 | The Diary of a Mad Ex-Housewife | October 10, 2008 |
| 3 | Remains of the Snow Day | October 17, 2008 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | USA Network |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 10, 2008 |
| Last aired | December 12, 2008 |
| Status | Canceled |