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Atypical

Atypical
★ 8.0/10•2017•33m•TV-14•Drama•Comedy
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Normal is overrated.

Sam, an 18-year-old on the autism spectrum, takes a funny, yet painful, journey of self-discovery for love and independence and upends his family.

StatusEnded
Runtime33m
LanguageEN
First Air DateAug 11, 2017

Episodes

Episode 1 - AntarcticaE138m

Antarctica

Interested in having a girlfriend, Sam researches dating advice and puts it to the test. Meanwhile, his overprotective mom Elsa must learn to let go.

Aug 11, 2017

Episode 2 - A Human FemaleE234m

A Human Female

When Sam learns his crush is already taken, dad Doug helps him woo her. A lost credit card sends Elsa back to the bar. Casey hears rumors about Evan.

Aug 11, 2017

Episode 3 - Julia SaysE331m

Julia Says

Sam decides to update his look. Casey learns a family secret. Feeling like her family no longer needs her, Elsa seeks attention elsewhere.

Aug 11, 2017

Episode 4 - A Nice Neutral SmellE433m

A Nice Neutral Smell

When a classmate shows interest in him, Sam makes a list of pros and cons to see whether she's girlfriend material. Casey gets a prestigious offer.

Aug 11, 2017

Episode 5 - That’s My SweatshirtE531m

That’s My Sweatshirt

Sam becomes rattled after Paige invades his bedroom. Casey visits Clayton Prep and gets a taste of what life away from her brother would be like.

Aug 11, 2017

Episode 6 - The D-Train to Bone TownE631m

The D-Train to Bone Town

Paige proposes having an autism-friendly school dance to the PTA. Sam makes preparations for losing his virginity. Doug and Julia help each other.

Aug 11, 2017

Episode 7 - I Lost My Poor MeatballE729m

I Lost My Poor Meatball

When Paige makes a confession to Sam, he creates a checklist to figure how he feels. Things with Nick suddenly get too real for Elsa.

Aug 11, 2017

Episode 8 - The Silencing Properties of SnowE837m

The Silencing Properties of Snow

After a disastrous dinner with Paige's family, Sam makes amends at the school dance. Casey's fury at her mom affects her relationship with Evan.

Aug 11, 2017

Actors

Keir Gilchrist

Keir Gilchrist

Sam Gardner

Jennifer Jason Leigh

Jennifer Jason Leigh

Elsa Gardner

Jack Haven

Jack Haven

Casey Gardner

Michael Rapaport

Michael Rapaport

Doug Gardner

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