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Overview
Brendon Small, an imaginative eight-year-old, navigates life through his passion for filmmaking, enlisting friends Jason and Melissa to star in his countless homemade movies. Although his parents are divorced, Brendon finds comfort in the fact that many of his peers share similar family dynamics. In contrast, Jason grapples with the discontent of having parents who remain together. Meanwhile, Brendon’s soccer lessons are guided by the eccentric coach John McGuirk, whom he affectionately refers to as "that weird Irish guy." The series blends humor and heartfelt moments, showcasing the trials of childhood creativity and friendship.
Episodes
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1
Get Away From My Mom
Brendon struggles to come to terms with the fact that his mother is entering the dating scene, but his discomfort skyrockets when he discovers she’s...
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I Don't Do Well in Parent-Teacher Conferences
Brendon faces the risk of repeating a grade due to his refusal to finish the research for his upcoming presentation, and Paula is not making the situa...
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3
The Art of the Sucker Punch
Brendon documents his first fight on video.
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4
Brendon Gets Rabies
The Smalls quickly discover that looking after their neighbor's cat is far more challenging than they anticipated. As chaos unfolds, Brendon finds him...
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5
Yoko
The soccer squad embarks on a camping adventure that takes a turn for the worse for the coach, leading to unexpected chaos. Meanwhile, amidst the tur...
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Director's Cut
Duane has crafted a rock opera inspired by Franz Kafka's 'Metamorphosis' and seeks Brendon to take the helm as director. However, their partnership e...
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It Was Supposed to Be Funny
Brendon aims to inject some humor into his documentary on Melissa's grandfather, hoping to lighten the tone. However, his attempts at comedy fall fla...
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Method of Acting
Brendon enrolls in an acting course led by Paula at a community education center. As Brendon attempts to assert his authority over his classmates, Pau...
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9
Life Through a Fisheye Lens
Brendon is eager to purchase a fisheye lens, but the Smalls are tight on funds. When his mother declines to increase his allowance, he must venture i...
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10
School Nurse
The arrival of the new school nurse catches the interest of all the students. Coach McGuirk and Jason both view her as a potential romantic option, w...
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11
Mortgages & Marbles
Coach McGuirk sets his sights on purchasing a condo, but the mortgage approval process turns out to be a significant challenge. In hindsight, leaving ...
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12
Law and Boarder
While biking on the incorrect side of the street, Brendon is struck by a vehicle, leading to Coach McGuirk stepping in as his legal counsel for the co...
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13
Brendon's Choice
Brendon, Melissa, and Jason celebrate their victories at the local film awards. During a news segment, the anchor inquires about Brendon’s family, s...
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Politics
Melissa and Jason join forces with Brendon as he launches his campaign for office, facing off against the formidable Thurman Thackery, who has never ...
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2
Identifying a Body
Brendon is successfully organizing fundraising efforts for the school's walk-a-thon, but Coach McGuirk is proving to be quite adept at depleting thos...
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3
Hiatus
Feeling stuck in a creative slump, the group decides to take a break. Brendon, though hesitant, films Duane’s band practice and encounters Cynthia, ...
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Business & Pleasure
Jason and Melissa compete to secure more prominent parts in Brendon's upcoming film. Meanwhile, Erik lends a hand to Paula as she navigates her job h...
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5
The Party
The gang receives an invitation to Fenton Muley's birthday bash. Brendon is tasked with creating a unique video for the event, but he struggles to fi...
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6
Impressions
Brendon brings Cynthia to Jason's exclusive country club, feigning membership status. However, his charade is quickly unraveled when a waiter catches ...
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7
Dad
Brendon enjoys a weekend at his dad's place, but his time takes a turn for the worse when he meets his father's girlfriend, Linda, whose abrasive per...
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8
Therapy
Brendon attends a family counseling session alongside Andrew and Linda to explore the concept of 'gentle communication.' He quickly finds the therapy...
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9
Class Trip
The students embark on a field trip to a hotel, presenting a perfect chance to capture some exciting footage. However, things take a turn when Paula ...
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10
History
Mr. Lynch takes on the challenge of helping Brendon, who is struggling in his history class. Brendon's understanding of the past is clearly skewed, a...
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11
Writer's Block
With only a week left until the school’s writing fair, Brendon finds himself grappling with severe creative block. Despite Melissa and Jason's atte...
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12
Pizza Club
Paula seeks to land a part in one of Brendon's movies featuring a young girl named Little Malooloo who has two dads. Meanwhile, McGuirk struggles wit...
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13
The Wedding
The momentous occasion has arrived: Brendon's father is set to wed his girlfriend. Although Brendon is battling a mysterious rash spreading across hi...
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Shore Leave
Concerned that Melissa lacks female friendships, Erik decides to sign her up for The Fairy Princesses. At the same time, Brendon receives an unexpect...
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Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
When a fire breaks out in the Smalls' kitchen, it pales in comparison to the rising tensions as Paula's recently divorced parents decide to move in t...
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3
Bad Influences
While the camera may add extra weight, indulging in junk food does too. Brendon and Jason notice they're packing on the pounds quickly, so they come u...
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Improving Your Life Through Improv
Brendon finds himself in trouble after mocking a fellow student, prompting Mr. Lynch to arrange a Saturday sensitivity training for the entire class....
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5
Four's Company
Melissa introduces her charming new boyfriend with a French accent, sparking jealousy in Brendon and Jason as her romantic pursuits disrupt their hec...
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6
Renaissance
At a medieval fair hosted by Mr. Lynch, Brendon, Jason, and Melissa are putting on a show called 'King Arthur Meets Robin Hood.' However, conflicts es...
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7
My Cheatin' Heart
Brendon struggles to persuade Jason and Melissa to film their new project in reverse, reminiscent of 'Memento.' At the same time, he faces pressure f...
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8
Guitarmageddon
Despite their complete lack of musical skills, the kids embark on an ambitious journey to form a band, launching their debut single, "Freaky Outie." ...
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Storm Warning
Coach McGuirk seeks Paula's help to pretend to be his fiancée during his sister's upcoming visit. At the same time, Paula is racing against the cloc...
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10
Time to Pay the Price
Brendon, Jason, and Melissa find themselves in serious hot water at school, leading them to attend a 'scared straight' program at a nearby prison. In ...
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11
Broken Dreams
In an odd turn of events, both Melissa and Jason suffer arm fractures. Their injuries could jeopardize the ongoing film project. Meanwhile, Brendon i...
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12
Stowaway
The children hatch a plan to escape to Europe, dreaming of life as independent artists, but their adventure quickly goes awry at sea. Meanwhile, McGu...
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13
Coffins and Cradles
As Halloween approaches, the kids are excitedly getting ready for the festivities, while Linda, Brendon's new stepmom, is eagerly awaiting the arriva...
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Everybody's Entitled to My Opinion
Brendon starts contributing reviews to a film website named movie-winner-or-weiner.com. Jason and Melissa are thrilled when Brendon secures tickets f...
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Camp
Brendon, Jason, and Melissa spend their summer at Camp Campingston Falls, grappling with the sweltering heat and less-than-stellar music from the cou...
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Bye, Bye, Greasy
Brendon is selected to helm the school production of 'Farewell, Greasy'. The entire crew pitches in, with Fenton handling the lighting, Paula designi...
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Heart Smashers
Brendon attempts to end his relationship with Fenton, while Paula seeks to part ways with her latest boyfriend. Meanwhile, McGuirk faces a unique cha...
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The Wizard's Baker
The trio faces a financial shortfall as they strive to finish their grandest project, a medieval rock opera. While Brendon is eager to escape what he ...
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Psycho-Delicate
Brendon, Jason, and Melissa embark on creating a suspenseful thriller reminiscent of Hitchcock in hopes of impressing a local video store clerk who o...
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Curses
Brendon faces backlash after creating a film featuring a crude robot. While the local kids adore it, their parents are appalled, prompting Paula to de...
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Honkey Magoo
Brendon, Jason, and Melissa's lives take an unexpected turn when they stumble upon a stray puppy, which Brendon affectionately dubs Honkey Magoo. The ...
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Those Bitches Tried to Cheat Me
Jason develops a crush on a fifth-grade girl but struggles to move past the uncomfortable stage of infatuation. Seeking advice from Brendon, he learns...
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Cho and the Adventures of Amy Lee
After Brendon surprisingly nets a goal during a soccer match, he finds himself at odds with Cho, the league's top goalkeeper. While Jason views Cho as...
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11
Definite Possible Murder
While recuperating in his room from a broken leg, Brendon becomes convinced that his new neighbor could be a killer. Meanwhile, McGuirk is busy honin...
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12
Temporary Blindness
Brendon, Jason, and Melissa find themselves tasked with a family tree project at school. This assignment stirs up uncomfortable feelings for all thre...
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13
Focus Grill
The kids showcase their new film to a tough crowd during a focus group session that proves to be quite challenging. In a parallel storyline, Coach McG...
