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Rise

★ 6.6/10•2018•42m•TV-14•Drama
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A working class high school drama department and the students come alive under a passionate teacher and family man whose dedication to the program galvanizes the entire town.

StatusCanceled
Runtime42m
LanguageEN
First Air DateMar 13, 2018

Episodes

Episode 1 - PilotE142m

Pilot

Lou Mazzuchelli, an uninspired English teacher at Stanton High, petitions to take over as director of the school's theater program in an attempt to revitalize his passion for teaching, but quickly realizes he has his work cut out for him. His controversial decision to change the musical to the more provocative Spring Awakening and his atypical casting choices create a ripple effect for the program's assistant director Tracey Wolfe, the school's football coach Sam Strickland, and the students in the show.

Mar 13, 2018

Episode 2 - Most of All to DreamE242m

Most of All to Dream

Lou is brought down to earth when his production budget is slashed, Coach Strickland vindictively monopolizes Robbie's time, and he has a conflict with Tracey. Lilette finds herself starting to fall for Robbie, while Simon contends with conflicting feelings about his role in the show. As Michael finds support within the theater troupe, Gwen acts out in rehearsals in response to tensions at home.

Mar 20, 2018

Episode 3 - What Flowers May BloomE342m

What Flowers May Bloom

When Lou describes his vision for the show's staging and design, Tracey questions his every decision - but it's Simon's bombshell news that forces Lou to ask himself whether picking this controversial show was worth the cost. Meanwhile, Coach Strickland attempts to rehabilitate Gordy, and Gail worries for Maashous. Lilette struggles to contain her feelings for Robbie after discovering another side of him.

Mar 27, 2018

Episode 4 - Victory PartyE442m

Victory Party

Robbie's two worlds collide at a house party where his football teammates face off with the drama troupe; Tracey reluctantly explores a new relationship with a not-so-secret admirer; a family road trip to visit Gail's sister goes sideways.

Apr 3, 2018

Episode 5 - We've All Got Our JunkE542m

We've All Got Our Junk

After their unresolved confrontation with Gordy, Lou and Gail try desperately to get through to him. Lou discovers a crucial element to the show needs a major overhaul, while Tracey resists a blossoming romance. As Gwen reels in the aftermath of a shocking announcement from her parents, Simon finds an unlikely ally. Robbie and Lilette grow closer just as outside forces conspire to put them at odds, and Vanessa takes a stand.

Apr 10, 2018

Episode 6 - Bring Me StantonE642m

Bring Me Stanton

As Lou's vision for "Spring Awakening" starts to crumble, Lilette and Robbie feel the weight of responsibility on their shoulders with rehearsals going into overdrive. In reaching out to a student in need of support, Tracey opens up old wounds from her own past. Gwen starts down a destructive path that threatens to disrupt Gordy's attempts at self-control, while Simon takes steps to get closer to Anabelle.

Apr 17, 2018

Episode 7 - This Will God Willing Get BetterE742m

This Will God Willing Get Better

Tech week at Stanton High finds Tracey and Lou leading the cast through a series of rehearsals that falls short of expectations. Gwen's familial strife leads to a wild night out, while Michael tries to reconnect with an estranged friend. Maashous receives potentially life-changing news, and Simon's personal feelings start to compromise his performance in the musical.

Apr 24, 2018

Episode 8 - The PetitionE842m

The Petition

When an unauthorized, provocative sizzle reel promoting the Stanton High production of "Spring Awakening" is posted online, it spreads like wildfire through the school and surrounding community. Coach Strickland and Vanessa are forced to face their daughters, but major damage has already been done. Robbie faces a crisis of confidence, while Maashous contemplates a difficult family reunion.

May 1, 2018

Episode 9 - Totally HosedE942m

Totally Hosed

Gordy agrees to volunteer in the theater, bringing him back onto Gwen's radar, while his family tries to come to terms with Maashous' imminent departure. As Robbie faces the severity of his mother's illness for the first time, Lilette waits for her mother to return home. Tracey and Lou work to prepare "Spring Awakening" for opening night, but can't see eye-to-eye on how to address notes from the administration.

May 8, 2018

Episode 10 - Opening NightE1042m

Opening Night

SEASON FINALE. During opening night of "Spring Awakening" personal crises and dilemmas percolate in the wings backstage as Simon struggles to overcome his biggest fear, Lilette withholds a huge development from Robbie, Robbie has a momentous breakthrough, and Tracey draws a line in the sand. Over the course of one evening, decisions are made that will change Lou and Stanton Drama forever.

May 15, 2018

Actors

Josh Radnor

Josh Radnor

Lou Mazzuchelli

Auliʻi Cravalho

Auliʻi Cravalho

Lilette Suarez

Rosie Perez

Rosie Perez

Tracey Wolfe

Marley Shelton

Marley Shelton

Gail Mazzuchelli

Amy Forsyth

Amy Forsyth

Gwen Strickland

Damon J. Gillespie

Damon J. Gillespie

Robbie

Casey W. Johnson

Casey W. Johnson

Gordy Mazzuchelli

Ellie Desautels

Michael Hallowell

Alexis Molnar

Alexis Molnar

Lexi

Tiffany Mann

Cheryl

Caroline Pluta

Caroline Pluta

Violet

Mark Tallman

Detrelle Thorne

Niloy Alam

Sundeep

Rarmian Newton

Rarmian Newton

Maashous Evers

Ted Sutherland

Ted Sutherland

Simon Saunders

Stephen Plunkett

Stephen Plunkett

Robert Saunders

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