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Smash

Smash
★ 6.4/10•2012•TV-14•Drama
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Follow your dream. Watch your back.

Celebrating the beauty and heartbreak of the Broadway theater, following a cross section of dreamers and schemers who all have one common desire - to be a "Smash."

StatusCanceled
LanguageEN
First Air DateFeb 6, 2012

Episodes

Episode 1 - PilotE145m

Pilot

Song-writing duo Tom Levitt and Julia Houston, who had planned on taking a break from Broadway, find themselves drawn back in when they get the desire to produce a musical based around the life of Marilyn Monroe.

Feb 6, 2012

Episode 2 - The CallbackE245m

The Callback

Ivy and Karen jump through hoops for the brilliant but temperamental director Derek Wills as they pursue the role of a lifetime.

Feb 13, 2012

Episode 3 - Enter Mr. DiMaggioE344m

Enter Mr. DiMaggio

The search begins for a Joe DiMaggio to play opposite Marilyn - but everyone's first choice, Michael, has a secret.

Feb 20, 2012

Episode 4 - The Cost of ArtE444m

The Cost of Art

Karen must learn to advance in the high-stakes world of Broadway, as Derek hosts a party for hot young star Lyle. Eileen tries a sly new strategy for raising funds, while Tom goes on a first date.

Feb 27, 2012

Episode 5 - Let's Be BadE544m

Let's Be Bad

Karen finds a new use for her acting talents as she joins Dev at a high-powered government party. The drama between Michael and Julia heats up, as Eileen and Tom's ambitious assistant Ellis forge an alliance. Ivy senses trouble in her relationship with Derek.

Mar 5, 2012

Episode 6 - ChemistryE644m

Chemistry

Ivy faces major vocal issues, while Julia struggles to avoid Michael. Meanwhile, Karen books a side gig at a bar mitzvah.

Mar 12, 2012

Episode 7 - The WorkshopE744m

The Workshop

Eileen, Derek and the team present Marilyn the Musical to would-be investors. Ivy struggles to perform. Karen must make a difficult choice. Julia and Michael face the consequences of their actions.

Mar 19, 2012

Episode 8 - The CoupE844m

The Coup

The team deals with the workshop's after-effects. Derek asks Karen to help him steal the show from Tom and Julia. Eileen's daughter's surprise visit forces her to deal with her ex-husband.

Mar 26, 2012

Episode 9 - Hell On EarthE944m

Hell On Earth

Julia and Tom must find a title for the recently reinvigorated musical as Ivy and Karen compete for an orange juice commercial.

Apr 2, 2012

Episode 10 - UnderstudyE1044m

Understudy

When the show's new star gets stuck in Cuba, Derek puts Karen in as understudy.

Apr 9, 2012

Episode 11 - The Movie StarE1144m

The Movie Star

The arrival of a movie star turns Bombshell upside-down. Ivy and Karen try to overcome their history and unite against their new rival.

Apr 16, 2012

Episode 12 - PublicityE1244m

Publicity

Karen finds herself seduced by the glamorous life of new BFF Rebecca Duvall. Eileen introduces new beau Nick to ex-husband Jerry, while Julia panics when her son Leo goes missing.

Apr 23, 2012

Episode 13 - TechE1343m

Tech

Bombshell moves to Boston as it finally finds its way to the stage. The cast and crew are all bubbling with anticipation, bracing themselves for the chaos associated with.

Apr 30, 2012

Episode 14 - PreviewsE1444m

Previews

Bombshell faces its first audience just as a major crisis hits Rebecca Duvall. The team of Tom and Julia scramble to fix the show when the first preview falls short, and Frank must adjust to the unwelcome return of Michael Swift to his life.

May 7, 2012

Episode 15 - BombshellE1544m

Bombshell

The big night is finally here. Tom and Julia race against time to save the show, while Derek makes a decision that will change the lives of Karen and Ivy forever.

May 14, 2012

Actors

Katharine McPhee

Katharine McPhee

Karen Cartwright

Megan Hilty

Megan Hilty

Ivy Lynn

Jack Davenport

Jack Davenport

Derek Wills

Jeremy Jordan

Jeremy Jordan

Jimmy Collins

Debra Messing

Debra Messing

Julia Houston

Christian Borle

Christian Borle

Tom Levitt

Anjelica Huston

Anjelica Huston

Eileen Rand

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