As of July 2026, The Cool Kids Season 1 aired in 2018 with 22 episodes. Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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The Cool Kids Season 1

2018 22 Episodes Comedy ⭐ 5/10

The Cool Kids Season 1 is currently streaming on major platforms, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. A single, tightly-focused season means there is plenty to get through without ever feeling padded. A 5/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Watch it for Vicki Lawrence — stay for everyone else around them. Put it on tonight and see for yourself.

The Cool Kids Season 1 arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate The Cool Kids Season 1 from the crowd. Season 1 of The Cool Kids includes 22 episodes. It aired from September 2018 to May 2019. This season stars Vicki Lawrence, Martin Mull and David Alan Grier. Vicki Lawrence and Martin Mull lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 2018. The Cool Kids Season 1 earns its laughs from character rather than situation, which is why it does not wear thin the way pure farce tends to. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, The Cool Kids Season 1 is a strong candidate. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Vicki Lawrence anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.

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🎬 The Cool Kids Season 1 — Episode Guide

E1
Pilot
2018-09-28
A group of three retirement home friends are determined to prove that there is still much for them to accomplish in life despite their age.
E2
Margaret Turns 65
2018-10-05
On her 65th birthday, Margaret doesn't feel like celebrating. However, Hank, Sid and Charlie insist on taking her out for a "good old-fashioned young person's night" at the local club, which leaves them all feeling older - and more hungover - than ever.
E3
A Date with Destiny
2018-10-12
Charlie and Hank create online dating profiles, and to boost their egos, Sid pretends to be an interested woman. Of course, the plan goes awry.
E4
Sid Comes Out
2018-10-19
Margaret tries to convince Sid to come out to his visiting son; Hank stubbornly refuses to admit he needs glasses; Charlie tries to help him cheat on an eye test.
E5
The Cool Kids Rig an Election
2018-11-02
Tired of "Gorgeous George" and his reign as activities coordinator, Hank backs Charlie and Margaret backs Sid for the position in the upcoming election, and it instantly turns dirty.
E6
TV Heist
2018-11-09
Hank and Margaret lose a cornhole competition to some resident cheaters and, as a result, miss out on the coveted prize—a new 65″ flat-screen TV. So, the gang attempts to steal the TV, which means breaking in to Allison’s office after locking her and Sid in the sauna.
E7
Thanksgiving at Murray’s
2018-11-16
Margaret scores an invite to an exclusive foodie potluck for Thanksgiving and takes Sid as her plus one, leaving Hank and Charlie to find a backup plan.
E8
Hank the Cradle Robber
2018-12-07
When Hank starts dating a much younger woman, the gang suspects she may be a gold-digger taking advantage of him because of his age. But after rifling through her things, they fear this relationship could be something much worse - a pregnancy trap
E9
Margaret Dates the Zodiac Killer
2018-12-14
Margaret begins dating Karl, a fellow Shady Meadows resident who may or may not be the Zodiac Killer. Meanwhile, the guys are hunting for a different kind of criminal: a serial non-flusher.
E10
Funeral Crashers
2019-01-04
When Hank finds out his ex-wife will be at a mutual friend's funeral, Margaret volunteers to lie about his success to impress her; Charlie and Sid crash the funeral against Hank's orders.
E11
Charlie's Angel
2019-01-11
Hank signs up to host a Shady Meadows closed-circuit TV show but is quickly replaced by Sid, who dishes out hot retirement home gossip on-air; Margaret helps Charlie woo a widow at her bereavement support group.
E12
Margaret Jr.
2019-02-01
Margaret's daughter, MJ, turns up at Shady Meadows jobless, homeless and looking to be rescued. Meanwhile, Sid attempts to find his wok in Charlie's "hoarder paradise" of an apartment.
E13
Sid's First Relationship
2019-02-22
The gang rallies around Sid to help him through his commitment issues to new beau John. Meanwhile, Margaret attempts to conquer her fear of flying by volunteering at the airport.
E14
The Cool Kids Plus One
2019-03-01
Margaret neglects the guys when her best friend, Joanie, comes to visit. When Joanie decides to move in to Shady Meadows, the guys devise a plan to convince her not to, but Hank gets distracted.
E15
Mentors
2019-03-08
As Hank and Margaret mentor an awkward high school student and help him decide on whether or not to go to the prom, Hank is forced to face a traumatic event that happened to him in high school. Meanwhile, Sid's boyfriend invites him to tour the wine country on bicycles, but Sid is mortified because ...
E16
The Cool Kids Un-Retire
2019-03-15
While Sid is housesitting a fellow resident's gorgeous high-rise apartment, the Cool Kids get a taste of the good life - and a taste of Charlie's incredible cookies. But when Margaret decides to turn Charlie's creative cookie-making into a new business venture, everyone gets a bit carried away.
E17
Margaret Ups Her Game
2019-03-22
Margaret attempts to date the hottest guy in Shady Meadows, but can't seem to rid herself of clingy Leonard. Meanwhile, Hank tries to sell his erotic vampire novel, with the help of Sid's cousin.
E18
Sid's Ex-Wife
2019-03-29
Sid's new boyfriend feels uncomfortable with Sid's close relationship with his ex-wife when she comes down to visit Shady Meadows; Margaret, Charlie and Hank get ready to have a celebration to behold at an upcoming concert.
E19
Kip Samgood's Biggest Fan
2019-04-05
Margaret helps Sid finally meet his teen idol, Kip Samgood. Meanwhile, Charlie ditches Hank to hang out with his girlfriend, Kathleen, so Hank goes to great lengths to get Charlie's attention.
E20
Indecent Proposal
2019-04-19
In an attempt to date a guy way out of her league, Margaret pretends to be someone she's not. When Hank doesn't hear back from his doctor about a questionable mole, he's convinced his days are numbered, so Charlie helps him get his test results. Meanwhile, Sid avoids John, who has a very important q...

🎭 Cast of The Cool Kids Season 1

Vicki Lawrence
Vicki Lawrence
Margaret
Martin Mull
Martin Mull
Charlie
David Alan Grier
David Alan Grier
Hank
Leslie Jordan
Leslie Jordan
Sid

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