The Middle

The Middle, TV or Not TV

Season 1, Episode 20

Mike and Frankie decide to cut unnecessary expenses, including their cable TV.
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Pilot
S1 E1 • 23m • HDClosed CaptionedTVPG

Brick asks Frankie to come to his class presentation dressed in a costume.

The Cheerleader
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Frankie organizes a publicity stunt in hopes of saving her job.

The Floating Anniversary
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Frankie and Mike's romantic anniversary getaway is ruined by various family matters.

The Trip
S1 E4 • 21m • HDClosed CaptionedTVPG

Frankie encourages Sue to fight for her right to attend a class trip.

The Block Party
S1 E5 • 20m • HDClosed CaptionedTVPG

Mike involves Brick in various activities to help him interact with others.

The Front Door
S1 E6 • 21m • HDClosed CaptionedTVPG

Axl accidentally breaks down the front door and Mike insists he fix it.

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  • About this Episode
  • A middle-class, American heartland family of five tries to keep its head above water as they go through life’s ups and downs.
  • TVPGHD
  • CastPatricia Heaton, Neil Flynn, Charlie McDermott
  • GenreComedy
  • Seasons9
  • StudioWarner Bros

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