Hot in Cleveland

Overview
Three vibrant and quirky best friends from Los Angeles find their lives turned upside down when their flight makes an unplanned stop in Cleveland. Embracing their unexpected surroundings, the trio embarks on a journey of self-discovery in this seemingly unlikely "promised land." As they navigate the ups and downs of life in a new city, they challenge societal norms while forming new connections and rekindling their spirits, proving that home can be found in the most surprising places.
Episodes
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1

Pilot
In the series opener of this comedy, three women traveling from Los Angeles to Paris face an unexpected twist when their flight makes an emergency sto...
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2

Who's Your Mama?
Joy's fling with a younger man dredges up a secret from her past. Melanie coaxes Elka to dive back into the dating pool and Victoria's new shopping ha...
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3

Birthdates
Elka enjoys a successful blind date, discovering plenty of appealing traits in her match. However, her friends aren't as fortunate, facing a series of...
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4

The Sex That Got Away
At a gathering hosted by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Victoria has a chance encounter with an ex-boyfriend who once made waves as a rock star. Mea...
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5

Good Neighbors
Melanie hosts a gathering to connect with her neighbors but inadvertently offends a columnist from The Plain Dealer, making her anxious about a potent...
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6

Meet the Parents
When Melanie's mother and Victoria's father arrive on the same weekend, both women are compelled to view their parents from a different perspective. ...
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7

It's Not That Complicated
When Melanie's former husband, Anders, arrives in town, she finds herself rekindling old feelings for him. In the midst of this emotional turmoil, Elk...
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8

The Play's the Thing
Victoria offers her theatrical skills to assist a local high school in staging "Romeo and Juliet." Meanwhile, Melanie's budding romance strains her fr...
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9

Good Luck Faking the Goiter
In "Good Luck Faking the Goiter," Melanie's curiosity backfires when her son drops by for a visit, leading to unexpected consequences. Meanwhile, Elka...
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10

Tornado
In the gripping finale of the first season, the looming threat of a tornado drives the women to take refuge in Elka's hidden cellar room. However, as...
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1

Free Elka
In prison, Elka reunites with a familiar face from her past. Simultaneously, Melanie, Joy, and Victoria face the challenge of gathering funds to secu...
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2

Bad Bromance
Melanie starts to have doubts about her relationship when she encounters her boyfriend's family for the first time. On a different note, Joy gets invo...
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3

Hot For Lawyer
In "Hot For Lawyer," Elka’s dashing attorney, Kirk, tries to persuade the court that she is unfit to stand trial. As this unfolds, Melanie, Joy, and...
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4

Sisterhood of the Travelling SPANX
A set of enchanting SPANX transforms the lives of the women, sending them on surprising escapades. Joy, in her quest for romance, finds herself paired...
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5

I Love Lucci (1)
In the episode titled "I Love Lucci (1)," Victoria secures a guest spot on the soap opera All My Children, seizing the chance to showcase her talent. ...
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6

I Love Lucci (2)
The women’s adventure in Los Angeles progresses, with Elka on a quest to find her ideal movie star. As they explore the glitz and glamour of the cit...
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7

Dog Tricks, Sex Flicks & Joy's Fix
In the therapist's waiting room, Joy encounters an intriguing man and impulsively takes his file to uncover his background. Simultaneously, Elka emba...
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8

LeBron Is Le Gone
Melanie finds herself in a relationship with a basketball coach from the Cavaliers, while Victoria embarks on a new career as a local news anchor. Mea...
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9

Elka's Snowbird
Elka makes a case for Max to stay in Cleveland through the winter instead of heading to Florida. At the same time, Victoria finds herself smitten wit...
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10

Law & Elka
Elka's long-awaited trial begins, and she finds herself depending on someone other than her attorney to avoid imprisonment. Meanwhile, Joy's attempt t...
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11

Where's Elka?
Elka's on the lam and the women go looking for her... in Amish country. Meanwhile, Joy's a source of scandal as the Governor's alleged mistress and ri...
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12

How I Met My Mother
Joy's son, whom she had previously given up for adoption, makes an unexpected appearance, catching everyone off guard. Meanwhile, the women become inc...
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13

Unseparated at Birthdates
The women take on the role of matchmakers, orchestrating a series of date nights that yield mixed results. Melanie finds herself paired with a self-r...
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14

Battle of the Bands
In a special Woman's Day column, Melanie creates a band to take part in a Battle of the Bands competition. Joy, inspired by the initiative, decides to...
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15

Love Thy Neighbor
In "Love Thy Neighbor," Melanie seeks Rick's assistance when she suspects Joy might be involved with drugs. As they navigate this concern, Elka steps ...
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16

Dancing Queens
The women hit the dance floor to shed some Cleveland weight; Victoria attracts the attention of Leandro; meanwhile, Elka confronts a longstanding oppo...
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17

The Emmy Show
When Victoria's daughter, Emmy, comes to visit, Victoria turns to Elka and her charming Irish accent for assistance in persuading Emmy not to pen a ca...
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18

Arch Enemies
Victoria and Joy devise a scheme to take revenge on Victoria's long-standing rival. Meanwhile, Elka shares an unexpected revelation that catches every...
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19

Too Hot for TV
This episode revisits some of the standout moments from the second season, showcasing unforgettable clips that left a mark on viewers. Each segment h...
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20

Indecent Proposals
In this episode, Melanie's article on casual relationships inspires the women to pursue immediate romantic connections. This leads to an unexpected m...
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21

Bridezelka
In the episode titled "Bridezelka," Elka and Fred sit down with Reverend Boyce for a discussion. Meanwhile, Victoria decides to try out a new product ...
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22

Elka's Wedding
Joy and Victoria work to piece together their recollections of Elka’s wild bachelorette party as they embark on a quest to locate the missing bride...
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1

Elka's Choice
Elka finds herself at a crossroads with three potential partners: her fiancé Fred, her former flame Max, and Bobby, the husband she believed had pass...
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2

Beards
In the episode titled "Beards," Victoria invites Joy, Melanie, and Elka to join her as she speaks at a gay cruise. While on board, Melanie unexpectedl...
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3

Funeral Crashers
Elka introduces the women to the unconventional art of crashing funerals in hopes of locating a dress that Melanie misplaced at the dry cleaners. As t...
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4

Happy Fat
The women decide to pamper their neighbors with fabulous makeovers, bringing a touch of glamour to their lives. Meanwhile, Elka navigates the challeng...
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5

One Thing or a Mother
The women come together for a dinner party aimed at addressing their romantic challenges. Roy's mother has a strong dislike for Elka, while Victoria i...
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6

How Did You Guys Meet, Anyway?
How Did You Guys Meet, Anyway?
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7

Two Girls and a Rhino
In "Two Girls and a Rhino," Joy and Elka spend the night at the zoo to raise awareness for a critically endangered rhinoceros species. As they focus o...
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8

God and Football
On Elka's 90th birthday, celebrated by Betty White, Melanie surprises her by taking her to the Browns' locker room, where she unexpectedly starts dati...
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9

Love is Blind
Victoria's daughter, Emmy, comes to visit and shares the exciting news of her engagement to Melanie's son, Will. In another storyline, Joy's blind boy...
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10

Life with Lucci
After the abrupt cancellation of "All My Children," Susan Lucci seeks assistance from her rival, Victoria. However, Victoria cautions her friends abo...
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11

I'm with the Band
Victoria reminisces about her past when her former boyfriend, Johnny Revere, arrives in Cleveland to record a charity single. As this unfolds, Elka se...
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12

Lost Loves
As Valentine's Day approaches, the women feel compelled to seek out their past romances, including Joy's former fiancé, who left her at the altar. Th...
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13

Tangled Web
The women escape to a lakeside retreat following the disappearance of a venomous spider that Victoria's ex-husband once owned. As they settle in, Mela...
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14

Hot & Heavy
In a bid to secure a Newsie Award, Victoria decides to wear a fat suit to Overeaters Anonymous, with Elka tagging along to boast about losing an impr...
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15

Rubber Ball
Melanie, Joy, and Victoria set their sights on becoming members of an exclusive country club in Cleveland. However, they soon learn that Elka has a c...
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16

Everything Goes Better With Vampires
Melanie finds herself in a relationship with a professor who unintentionally makes her feel inferior. Meanwhile, Victoria is determined to find a way...
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17

Claus, Tails & High Pitched Males: Birthdates 3
In this exciting episode of "Birthdates," Elka mistakenly believes her date is Santa Claus, bringing festive confusion to the table. Meanwhile, Victor...
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18

Cruel Shoes
Victoria takes on the challenge of designing a new line of shoes, enlisting Melanie and Joy as her runway models. However, Elka is more excited about ...
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19

Bye George, I Think He's Got It!
Elka's identical twin sister makes a surprise visit, stirring up a mix of emotions. Meanwhile, Joy makes a significant decision by accepting a marriag...
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20

The Gateway Friend
The women find themselves in a predicament when they realize they must reunite their friend, who’s visiting from Los Angeles, with her boyfriend, a...
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21

Some Like it Hot
The cast and crew reminisce about their favorite highlights and funniest bloopers from the third season. They share behind-the-scenes stories and cher...
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22

Storage Wars
A neglected storage unit goes on the auction block, hiding a significant historical item that requires the skills of Artie Firestone to authenticate....
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23

What's Behind the Door
Victoria decides to transform her discontinued soap opera into an app and needs the series creator's support to move forward. To make this happen, she...
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24

Blow Outs
Melanie's hair blowout unexpectedly endures much longer than usual, sparking curiosity in Joy and Victoria. They press her for details about the styl...
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1

That Changes Everything
In the opening episode of Season 4, the women discover the identity of the infant abandoned on their doorstep. At the same time, Melanie receives an ...
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A Midwinter Night's Sex Comedy
Melanie finds herself in an uncomfortable predicament with a colleague, courtesy of her boss's meddling. Meanwhile, Joy struggles with her sense of b...
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3

Method Man
Victoria plots to uncover the real motives of her co-star. Joy continues her struggle to adjust to college life, while Elka finds companionship among...
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GILFs
In the episode titled "GILFs," Victoria pretends to be in a relationship with a co-star to grab media attention. Meanwhile, Joy falls victim to a sche...
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5

A Box Full of Puppies
During a visit to the veterinarian, Mamie receives flirting tips from Elka, aiming to boost her confidence. Meanwhile, Victoria engages in a heartfelt...
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6

Cleveland Fantasy Con
Melanie finds herself caught in a complicated love triangle at work. Meanwhile, Joy discovers an unsettling secret about Sean that jeopardizes her id...
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7

Magic Diet Candy
At Wilbur's christening, Joy's mother encounters her extended family for the first time. To sidestep potential tension, Joy has her son Owen take on ...
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8

Extras
Melanie is determined to make her first intimate experience with Alec unforgettable, but things take an unexpected turn as she finds herself resortin...
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9

The Conversation
Victoria begins to question her relationship with Emmet after the unexpected arrival of Nikki, a woman from his history. Simultaneously, Melanie and E...
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10

The Anger Games
In "The Anger Games," Elka takes on the role of Victoria's agent, navigating the challenges that come with it. Meanwhile, Melanie orchestrates a date ...
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Fast and Furious
In the episode titled "Fast and Furious," Joy becomes wary of a yogi at the spa retreat, questioning their intentions. Meanwhile, Mamie confronts Elka...
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12

What Now, My Love?
Victoria's movie wraps up filming, but it leaves her wondering if she and Emmet have a future. Meanwhile, Melanie ponders her relationship with Alec; ...
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13

It's Alive!
Elka and Mamie's shady dealings jeopardize everyone's safety, prompting Joy, Melanie, and Victoria to intervene. In their quest to resolve the crisis...
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14

Canoga Falls
Victoria returns home after being duped by her sister, only to discover their mother in a troubling condition. Simultaneously, Joy and Melanie remini...
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15

The Proposal
Emmet, a man with four marriages behind him, seeks the assistance of the women in crafting a memorable wedding proposal for Victoria, who is preparing...
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16

Pony Up
During a live television appearance, Victoria unwittingly pledges a significant donation, putting her in a tight spot. Meanwhile, Joy teams up with pr...
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17

No Glove, No Love
As Melanie and Alec ponder the possibility of starting a family, Elka reflects on her own visions of parenthood and how her life might have unfolded w...
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18

The Fixer
After a painful breakup, Melanie turns to alcohol and the dubious Danny for solace. Meanwhile, Victoria enlists a questionable lawyer to assist her i...
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19

Look Who's Hot Now
As the ladies gear up for a taping of "Hot in Cleveland," they are delighted by the arrival of a surprise guest. This unexpected visit sparks a wave ...
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20

Cleveland Indians
After deceiving Cleveland's leading pediatrician, Joy decides to throw a traditional Indian dinner party. The situation escalates when Victoria's wedd...
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21

Corpse Bride
Melanie receives her ideal engagement ring, but the circumstances are far from what she imagined. Meanwhile, Joy confronts enigmatic problems within h...
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22

All My Exes
On the day of her bachelorette getaway, Victoria finds herself confined to a hospital bed and decides to reach out to her former husbands to examine ...
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23

Love Is All Around
Elka and Mamie reunite their bowling team for some friendly competition. While they hit the lanes, Joy starts a romance with a professor, Victoria fin...
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24

The Man That Got Away
On the day of Victoria's wedding to the imprisoned film star Emmet Lawson, excitement fills the air. Meanwhile, Elka lends a hand to Joy, assisting he...
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Stayin' Alive
Following Emmet's daring prison escape, Victoria and her friends seek refuge at a hideout familiar to Elka. Upon arriving, they quickly realize that ...
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Surprise!
Melanie drops a bombshell on Alec by revealing her pregnancy, leaving him stunned. Meanwhile, an FBI agent is assigned to monitor the women closely fo...
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3

Dr. Who?
Joy's baby daddy Simon meets his son and grandson for the very first time as they pretend to be a happy family to get Wilbur into a prestigious pre-sc...
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4

The Undead
Elka orchestrates a phony funeral for Victoria, allowing her to escape and reunite with her husband in secrecy. Meanwhile, Elka's rival, Susan Lucci, ...
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5

Elka Takes a Lover
As Victoria prepares for her highly anticipated movie premiere, Emmy drops by with unexpected news that shakes things up. Meanwhile, Elka reveals that...
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6

Rusty Banks Rides Again
Determined to secure an Oscar nomination, Victoria enlists the help of her friends to persuade Academy members to consider her. Melanie is tasked wit...
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7

The One with George Clooney
The ladies set out to adopt a dog, but their plans are thwarted by a meddling volunteer at the shelter. Meanwhile, Elka's connections with both Mamie ...
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Brokeback Elka
Melanie pretends to be sick in order to score tickets to a concert that is completely sold out. At the same time, Victoria grows increasingly wary of...
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9

Bad George Clooney
The women decide to seek help for their downcast puppy, George Clooney, by visiting Dr. Deb, a pet therapist and radio host. During the session, Dr. D...
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10

Bucket: We're Going to New York
In this crossover episode of KIRSTIE, Victoria grapples with the decision to reveal a long-held secret to her dear friend, Maddie Banks, but hesitates...
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11

Undercover Lovers
Joy and Bob's mission takes an unexpected turn as they pose as a couple, leading to tangled emotions and complicated dynamics. Meanwhile, Elka finds h...
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12

I Just Met the Man I'm Going to Marry
The ladies travel to Los Angeles to witness Victoria reveal the Oscar nominations. Elka seeks strategic guidance from a statistics professional, while...
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13

People Feeding People
Elka seeks the support of Ross Barkley for her City Council campaign, prompting Melanie to reluctantly go out on a date with him. At the same time, J...
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14

Murder House
Amidst a fierce storm, the women find themselves trapped in the house with unexpected visitors: Victoria's boyfriend from the island, Melanie's pessim...
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15

Playmates
In the episode titled "Playmates," Elka takes the bold step of writing and directing a play inspired by their lives in Cleveland. However, when the la...
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16

Auction Heroes
Joy resolves to express her feelings to Mitch, but her plans are thwarted by the arrival of a charming dating coach. Meanwhile, Victoria finds hersel...
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17

Straight Outta Cleveland
Victoria receives an unexpected visit from her often-overlooked son, prompting her to confront her relationship with him. Meanwhile, Joy and Mitch eng...
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18

The Animated Episode
In this animated installment, the women navigate a series of questionable beauty treatments while confronting a horde of zombies. Meanwhile, the setti...
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19

Strange Bedfellows
As Elka faces off against Councilman Powell in a heated City Council debate, tensions rise between Victoria and J.J., as well as Melanie and Donald. T...
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20

The Italian Job
The women seek guidance from Melanie's radio co-host, leaving Melanie feeling overlooked and undervalued. Meanwhile, Victoria has the opportunity to ...
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21

Mystery Date: Oscar Edition
As Victoria prepares for the Oscars, she faces the tough decision of selecting her "plus one" between Melanie and Joy. This dilemma ignites a friendl...
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22

Win Win
Victoria is nominated for an Academy Award, creating excitement and tension in her life. Meanwhile, Elka is gearing up for a City Council election, de...
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23

Don Elka
Simon re-enters Joy's life, attempting to rekindle their connection. Meanwhile, Elka becomes increasingly enamored with her recently acquired power, l...
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24

The Bachelors
Each year, on the day they all celebrate their birthdays, the women take it upon themselves to arrange blind dates for one another. This annual tradi...
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Comfort and Joy
Joy faces a tough choice regarding her future husband, weighing her feelings carefully. Meanwhile, Victoria’s film project presents a significant ch...
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Fear and Loathing in Los Angeles
The women gather in Los Angeles to meet with the mastermind behind Victoria's upcoming TV series. Meanwhile, Elka makes a passionate case for relocat...
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Bossy Cups
Inspired by motivational coffee sleeves, the women embark on a journey to explore new experiences. Joy takes it upon herself to assist Victoria in ste...
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4

Naked and Afraid
Elka hosts a lively party to influence the opinions of a competing politician. Meanwhile, Melanie is on a mission to find out if her charming neighbor...
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Tazed and Confused
Victoria joins Joy and Bob for an exhilarating ride-along, experiencing the ups and downs of their daily patrol. Meanwhile, Elka and Melanie find them...
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6

Out of Our Minds
In an effort to rekindle their romance, Melanie and Jack explore new ways to invigorate their relationship. Meanwhile, Victoria takes on the role of s...
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Cold in Cleveland: The Christmas Episode
In the Christmas episode of "Hot in Cleveland," Victoria is embarrassed by a vintage holiday film she starred in and seeks to reclaim the rights from ...
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8

The Young and the Restless
In this episode of "The Young and the Restless," Melanie seeks Joy's assistance in persuading Jenna to pursue a career in medical school. Meanwhile, V...
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Bad Boys
Melanie, overwhelmed by Jack's affection, seeks assistance from Frankie to regain her independence. Meanwhile, Victoria's father arrives with signifi...
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10

We Could Be Royals
Joy's younger sister pays a visit, bringing some unexpected family dynamics into play. Meanwhile, Melanie lends her expertise to Victoria as they coll...
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11

About a Joy
After Bob intervenes to assist Joy's grandson with a bully, Joy gains a newfound appreciation for him. Meanwhile, Melanie feels motivated to reach ou...
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12

One Wedding and One Funeral
In "One Wedding and One Funeral," Joy finds herself in a rivalry for Bob's heart, intensifying their dynamic. Meanwhile, Elka seeks Melanie's assistan...
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13

Scandalous
In the episode "Scandalous," Joy and Bob scramble to manage the fallout from the mayor's death, assigning Melanie the crucial role of preventing the m...
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14

Family Affair
The women decide to explore their heritage by taking DNA tests. Melanie, however, opts to impersonate someone entirely different during the process. ...
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15

All Dolled Up
Elka becomes convinced that Bob has gifted Joy a voodoo doll, sparking her suspicion. Meanwhile, Melanie unintentionally administers estrogen to her b...
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16

Bad Girlfriends
Melanie struggles with jealousy when her boyfriend is cast as Victoria's romantic lead in a play. Meanwhile, Joy convinces Bob to watch the holiday cl...
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17

Duct Soup
The crew comes together to assist Joy’s son in organizing the rehearsal dinner for his upcoming nuptials. However, the event takes a surprising turn...
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18

Cleveland Calendar Girls
After Joy and Bob complete their engagement photo shoot, Joy discovers a surprising detail about Bob's past. Meanwhile, Melanie embarks on a journey o...
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19

Kitchen Nightmare
In this episode of "Kitchen Nightmare," Melanie faces challenges with a moody chef, creating tension in the kitchen. Meanwhile, Victoria pulls out all...
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20

All About Elka
Victoria takes charge as she directs a musical featuring her mother, Elka, and her son. Elka decides to audition for a role in the production. Meanwh...
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21

Say Yes to the Mess
As Joy prepares to leave, Victoria and Melanie struggle to adjust to the change. Meanwhile, Bob goes all out to win over Joy's mother in hopes of mak...
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22

Hot in Cleveland: Hot Damn!
The cast and crew gather to reminisce about their most cherished episodes, sharing hilarious bloopers and revealing amusing behind-the-scenes anecdote...
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23

Vegas Baby
Joy and Bob decide to pause their wedding preparations in Paris upon discovering an opportunity to adopt a baby in Las Vegas. Excited about the prospe...