Series synopsis
Casual is an American drama television series that premiered on Hulu on October 7, 2015. It ended on July 31, 2018. It was created by Zander Lehmann, Jason Reitman. It stars Michaela Watkins, Tommy Dewey, Tara Lynne Barr and Zak Orth.
A dysfunctional family tries to help each other navigate the modern dating scene. Recent divorcee Tara and her bachelor brother coach each other through the crazy world of dating (on-line and off), while living under the same roof again for the second time and raising her teenage daughter.
Premise
A dysfunctional family tries to help each other navigate the modern dating scene. Recent divorcee Tara and her bachelor brother coach each other through the crazy world of dating (on-line and off), while living under the same roof again for the second time and raising her teenage daughter.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Michaela Watkins as Valerie
- Tommy Dewey as Alex Cole
- Tara Lynne Barr as Laura
- Zak Orth as Drew Meyers
- Luke Samuels as Elliot
- Alisha Boe as Becca
- Nikki SooHoo as Mae-Yi
- Rhenzy Feliz as Spencer
Supporting cast
- Jake Manley as Harvard
- Eliza Coupe as Emmy
- Patrick Heusinger
- Chace Crawford as Byron
- Stefanie Black as Monica
- Cheyenne Haynes as Alicia
- Davida Williams as Lana
- Jessica Bues as Allison
- Molly Ephraim as Jess
- Taylor Spreitler as Mia
- Evan Crooks as Emile
- Dean Geyer as James
Guest cast
- Alisha Boe as Becca
- Nikki SooHoo as Mae-Yi
- Rhenzy Feliz as Spencer
- Jake Manley as Harvard
- Eliza Coupe as Emmy
- Patrick Heusinger
- Chace Crawford as Byron
- Stefanie Black as Monica
- Cheyenne Haynes as Alicia
- Davida Williams as Lana
- Jessica Bues as Allison
- Molly Ephraim as Jess
Episodes
This series spans 4 seasons with 44 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 10 | October 7, 2015 | December 2, 2015 |
| Season 2 | 13 | June 7, 2016 | August 23, 2016 |
| Season 3 | 13 | May 23, 2017 | August 1, 2017 |
| Season 4 | 8 | July 31, 2018 | July 31, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pilot Newly-divorced Valerie and her teenage daughter, Laura, move in with Valerie’s younger brother, Alex. A committed bachelor and casual dater, Alex sets Valerie up via his popular dating website. |
October 7, 2015 |
| 2 |
Friends Alex hangs out with Valerie’s new friend, Leon. Valerie parties with a group of 20-somethings. Laura gets in over her head at a house party. |
October 7, 2015 |
| 3 |
Animals Valerie decides to make a major move, but financial realities get in the way. Alex adopts a new friend. Laura fantasizes about an older man. |
October 14, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Phase 3 Alex's troubling new obsession leads Valerie to take matters into her own hands. Laura investigates switching high schools. |
June 7, 2016 |
| 2 |
Trivial Pursuit Alex embraces his new role as Laura's teacher but his methods are questionable. Valerie reaches out to old friends and makes an unsettling discovery. |
June 7, 2016 |
| 3 |
Such Good Friends Valerie tries to take her friendship with fellow therapist Jennifer to the next level. Alex considers an offer from a venture capitalist to keep Snooger from going under. Laura considers joining a homeschool study group. |
June 14, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Ashes To Ashes In the wake of Charles’ death, Alex and Valerie adjust to their new lives apart. Laura schemes to remove her tattoo. Dawn makes an unexpected announcement. |
May 23, 2017 |
| 2 |
Things to Do in Burbank When You're Dead After the memorial, Alex and Valerie spend one last night roaming the streets of their old neighborhood and discussing where to scatter Charles’ ashes. |
May 23, 2017 |
| 3 |
The Table Valerie enlists Leon’s help to accept delivery of a new dining room table. Alex pitches his business idea to investors. Laura participates in a sex study. |
May 23, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Carrie When Laura returns following an extended period abroad, Valerie quickly discovers that restoring their fractured relationship might prove more difficult than she had hoped. Meanwhile, Alex’s attempts at controlling his new family order are thwarted when an unwelcome presence enters the equation. |
July 31, 2018 |
| 2 |
The Missing Piece A sudden death has Val questioning her life choices, while Alex struggles with Jeff’s intrusion in his family. Laura finds it difficult to balance her relationship with her new career and Leon and Leia receive unexpected news. |
July 31, 2018 |
| 3 |
Virtual Reality The realities of Valerie’s impulsive decision begin to take hold as Laura endures the fallout from her fight with Tathiana. Alex navigates the bizarre world of virtual dating and makes a surprising connection. |
July 31, 2018 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Hulu |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 7, 2015 |
| Last aired | July 31, 2018 |
| Runtime | 30 minutes |
| Status | ended |