Pilot

Song-writing duo Tom Levitt and Julia Houston, who had planned on taking a break from Broadway, find themselves drawn back in when they get the desire to produce a musical based around the life of Marilyn Monroe.

The Callback

Ivy and Karen jump through hoops for the brilliant but temperamental director Derek Wills as they pursue the role of a lifetime.

Enter Mr. DiMaggio

The search begins for a Joe DiMaggio to play opposite Marilyn - but everyone's first choice, Michael, has a secret.

The Cost of Art

Karen must learn to advance in the high-stakes world of Broadway, as Derek hosts a party for hot young star Lyle. Eileen tries a sly new strategy for raising funds, while Tom goes on a first date.

Let's Be Bad

Karen finds a new use for her acting talents as she joins Dev at a high-powered government party. The drama between Michael and Julia heats up, as Eileen and Tom's ambitious assistant Ellis forge an alliance. Ivy senses trouble in her relationship with Derek.

Chemistry

Ivy faces major vocal issues, while Julia struggles to avoid Michael. Meanwhile, Karen books a side gig at a bar mitzvah.

The Workshop

Eileen, Derek and the team present Marilyn the Musical to would-be investors. Ivy struggles to perform. Karen must make a difficult choice. Julia and Michael face the consequences of their actions.

The Coup

The team deals with the workshop's after-effects. Derek asks Karen to help him steal the show from Tom and Julia. Eileen's daughter's surprise visit forces her to deal with her ex-husband.

Hell On Earth

Julia and Tom must find a title for the recently reinvigorated musical as Ivy and Karen compete for an orange juice commercial.

Understudy

When the show's new star gets stuck in Cuba, Derek puts Karen in as understudy.

The Movie Star

The arrival of a movie star turns Bombshell upside-down. Ivy and Karen try to overcome their history and unite against their new rival.

Publicity

Karen finds herself seduced by the glamorous life of new BFF Rebecca Duvall. Eileen introduces new beau Nick to ex-husband Jerry, while Julia panics when her son Leo goes missing.

Tech

Bombshell moves to Boston as it finally finds its way to the stage. The cast and crew are all bubbling with anticipation, bracing themselves for the chaos associated with.

Previews

Bombshell faces its first audience just as a major crisis hits Rebecca Duvall. The team of Tom and Julia scramble to fix the show when the first preview falls short, and Frank must adjust to the unwelcome return of Michael Swift to his life.

Bombshell

The big night is finally here. Tom and Julia race against time to save the show, while Derek makes a decision that will change the lives of Karen and Ivy forever.

On Broadway

A scandal puts Bombshell's fate in jeopardy, while new talent is discovered in an unexpected place.

The Fallout

A scandal puts Bombshell's fate in jeopardy, while new talent is discovered in an unexpected place.

The Dramaturg

Eileen makes a bold move to reinvent Bombshell, while Ivy auditions for a lead role that could make her the star she's always dreamed of being.

The Song

Peter challenges Julia's pride while Jimmy trips over his; Ronnie defies her powerful mother.

The Read-Through

All eyes are on Julia's reworked book, Hit List has its first read-through and Ivy meets her new co-star.

The Fringe

Derek and Karen make a tough decision as "Hit List" faces its first performance.

Musical Chairs

Tensions boil on Liaisons, while Eileen may have found the key to saving Bombshell.

The Bells and Whistles

When Derek and Jimmy butt heads over "Hit List," Karen gets caught in the crossfire.

The Parents

Ivy's mom joins the "Bombshell" cast; a visit from Karen's dad causes tension at "Hit List."

The Surprise Party

Tom plans the birthday surprise of a lifetime for Ivy.

The Dress Rehearsal

A wardrobe malfunction forces Ivy into a risky choice; tensions mount at Hit List.

Opening Night

It's the night before the opening of "Bombshell," and all sides of the production are waging their own inner battles.

The Producers

Jimmy goes off the rails, threatening the future of Hit List.

The Phenomenon

An unexpected tragedy bonds the casts of Hit List and Bombshell.

The Transfer

Betrayal rocks "Hit List;" Ivy's forced to do damage control on her public image.

The Nominations

Hit List and Bombshell face off at the Tonys.

The Tonys

Hit List and Bombshell face off at the Tonys.