The Grinder
Overview
Television attorney Dean Sanderson returns to his quaint hometown following the cancellation of his successful series, "The Grinder." Convinced that his on-screen experience gives him the expertise to lead his family’s law practice, Dean dives headfirst into the legal world. However, he quickly discovers that real-life law is far more complex than scripted drama. Balancing his newfound ambitions with the challenges of small-town life and familial dynamics proves to be both humorous and enlightening, as Dean navigates the intricacies of the legal profession beyond the camera’s lens.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
Title: Pilot Plot: As his successful television series wraps up, Dean faces a pivotal moment and opts to return to his quaint hometown, believing h...
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2
A Hero Has Fallen
Title: A Hero Has Fallen Plot: Following their triumphant resolution of the Krantz case, Sanderson & Yao is inundated with new cases. Dean, as always...
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3
The Curious Disappearance of Mr. Donovan
Believing that Claire's lack of interest in him stems from her being a spy, Dean shares his suspicions with Stewart, claiming she’s leaking informat...
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4
Little Mitchard No More
Stewart and Deb navigate the challenges of "The Dean Effect" after a new couple, Lyle and Vanessa Gerhart, enters their lives, as they realize that pe...
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5
A Bittersweet Grind (Une Mouture Amer)
Title: A Bittersweet Grind (Une Mouture Amer) Plot: At the brink of surrendering to despair in his quest for love, Dean unexpectedly crosses paths wi...
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6
Dedicating This One to the Crew
Title: This One's for the Team Plot: Ethan decides to try out for the school production instead of stepping into his father's shoes in the tech crew,...
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7
Buckingham Malice
Stewart persuades Dean that to truly embrace a "normal" lifestyle, he needs to step away from his celebrity status. However, when the brothers land in...
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8
Giving Thanks, Getting Justice
Title: Thanksgiving Revelations Plot: After years of missing family gatherings, Dean is overjoyed to finally celebrate Thanksgiving with his loved on...
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9
Grinder Rests in Peace
Title: Grinder Finds Closure Plot: In the spinoff "The Grinder: New Orleans," Dean is tasked with shooting a poignant scene to bid farewell to his ch...
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10
The Olyphant in the Room
When Dean walks in on Timothy Olyphant kissing Claire, he believes he can reclaim her attention by spearheading a case for one of her friends, employi...
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11
Exodus (Part 1)
Stewart and Deb inform Dean that he needs to start looking for his own apartment. At the same time, another law firm tries to lure Dean away from Sand...
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12
Blood Is Thicker than Justice (Part 2)
Following their conflict, Dean and Stewart end up on opposite ends of a divorce case. Meanwhile, at home, Ethan and Lizzie begin to feel the effects o...
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13
Grinder v Grinder
Timothy Olyphant returns to Boise, reigniting the competition with Dean as Stewart encourages Olyphant to hang out more at Sanderson & Yao. Tensions f...
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14
The Retooling of Dean Sanderson
Title: The Transformation of Dean Sanderson Plot: After Dean intimidates a major client with his overly theatrical antics, Stewart suggests it's time...
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15
The Ties That Grind
Title: Breaking the Grind Plot: Dean's therapist, Jillian, pushes him to finally let go of his Grinder identity and uncover his true self. As he enga...
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16
Delusions of Grinder
Stewart becomes convinced that a significant conspiracy is targeting the firm. This marks the first time Sanderson & Yao faces such a dramatic ordeal....
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17
From the Ashes
As the intrigue surrounding Sanderson & Yao intensifies, the one person capable of unraveling the mystery has stepped away from the daily hustle to pu...
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18
Genesis
Title: Genesis Plot: After completing therapy, Dean discovers he can no longer perform at his best. To regain his edge, he takes it upon himself to i...
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19
A System on Trial
Title: A System on Trial Plot: Stewart worries that Dean Sr.'s volatile temper might jeopardize their case, prompting Dean to set up focus group sess...
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20
For the People
Dean and Stewart are caught off guard when their mother shows up unexpectedly. Meanwhile, Stewart is busy trying to secure a table at a trendy restaur...
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21
Divergence
Title: Divergence Plot: After discovering his father's wrongdoing, Stew is eager to resolve the situation quietly. However, Dean attempts to employ o...
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22
Full Circle
When Stewart is unexpectedly benched during Dean Sr.'s malpractice trial, the Sanderson & Yao team must rally together to prevent the firm from fallin...
