Alpha House Season 1

Right now you can watch Alpha House Season 1 on and — and it is funnier than its reputation suggests. The 1-season run is exactly the right length for what it is doing. 58 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. John Goodman sets the tone, and the rest of the cast matches it scene for scene. Available now — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Alpha House Season 1 is worth clearing space for. Alpha House Season 1 does what great comedies rarely manage — it is actually funny, consistently, across the whole run. Season 1 of Alpha House includes 11 episodes. It aired from April 2013 to January 2014. This season stars John Goodman, Clark Johnson and Matt Malloy. John Goodman and Clark Johnson lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 2013. The timing in Alpha House Season 1 is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, Alpha House Season 1 respects your intelligence. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. The complete run is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. John Goodman anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.

🎬 Alpha House Season 1 — Episode Guide

Pilot

2013-04-19

Re-election battles, looming indictments, parties, their Party... these senators need a drink. And a new housemate.

No Shame

2013-11-15

The senators adjust to their new roommate, and his girlfriend, as preparations for the Congressional Delegation to Afghanistan continue.

All Weapons Red

2013-11-15

As the re-election battles heat up the four senators travel to Afghanistan as part of a Congressional Delegation.

Triggers

2013-11-22

After a surprise explosion in Afghanistan leaves Louis recovering from an injury, Adriana makes controversial private arrangements for the group to return home.

Hippo Issues

2013-11-29

Tempers heat up as Gil John's wife Maddie arrives to help him prepare for his upcoming debate with Digger Mancusi. Meanwhile, Louis continues to recover in the hospital and Senator Armiston leads an ethics committee investigation against Robert.

Zingers

2013-12-06

Louis continues to gain constituent support as Shelby chronicles his recovery. Gil John faces Digger Mancusi in a town hall where he struggles to keep up with his polished and well-liked opponent, despite much help and coaching from Robert and Andy.

Prayer Brunch

2013-12-13

Rosalyn organizes a prayer brunch to celebrate Louis' homecoming from the hospital, but the Senators and their fellow Democrats find it difficult to set aside their differences. Aaron and Tammy's relationship continues to grow and Lola has a surprise in store for James.

Ruby Shoals

2013-12-20

While on the campaign trail through North Carolina, Gil John blows off a meeting with the governor to visit Ruby Shoals where he becomes re-inspired about his campaign. Robert's pro-fracking visit to a constituent's home in Pennsylvania does not go as planned.

The Rebuttal

2013-12-27

Robert proves to the ethics committee that he would never take a mohair suit while Andy prepares to deliver a rebuttal after the State of the Union. Louis is put in the spotlight on his first day back when James mistakenly tweets a photo intended for Lola from the wrong account.

E10

Showgirls

2014-01-03

Louis decides to help showgirls organize, but the Watt brothers stand in his way. A video of Gil John hitting a soldier with a chair in Afghanistan goes viral so Maddie looks for a way to humanize him and Andy's Vanity Fair cover shoot takes an unexpected direction.

E11

In the Saddle

2014-01-10

When another senator dies unexpectedly, Gil John is asked to organize the funeral arrangements. Louis wins the Nevada primary but Robert has to face off in a Pennsylvania debate to cool the competition.

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