Six seasons of everything that you could think of that could happen to an extended family. Plenty of drama happens to the Braverman clan. Death, pregnancy, cancer, addiction, adoption, marriage, heartbreak, coming out, Asperger’s and aging parents. Phew! They will have you feeling, crying, laughing and pondering life. Never a dull moment as you follow the Bravermans through their anything but average lives.
Season One:
The Braverman family could never be mistaken for your perfect family. Most of their lives are a mess or at the least quite trying. Grown siblings, Sarah (played by Lauren Graham), Adam (played by Peter Krause), Crosby (played by Dax Shepard), and Julia (played by Erika Christensen) and their mom Camille (played by Bonnie Bedelia) and dad Zeek (played by Craig T. Nelson) all attempt to juggle their relationships, families and careers while trying to stay connected as a family.
Special Features:
-Pilot Commentary with Executive Producer Jason Katims
-Previews of Eureka, In Plain Sight, Miami vice, The Office, Parks and Recreations, Psych, The A-Team, Knight Rider, Magnum P.I., Legacy Interactive
-Deleted Scenes
Season Two:
The all-star ensemble cast really hits their stride in season two. Their acting muscles and talents are put to the test as they have to depict many aspects of life. We now get a deeper view into the lives the three generations of the Braverman family. Adam is overwhelmed at work and at home. Sarah is trying to right the ship that is her life. Crosby finds out that he is a father. Julia tries to juggle her demanding job as a lawyer and still try to be a hands on mother. Zeek and Camille’s house becomes even fuller.
Special Features:
-Previews of The Bionic Woman, Caprica, The Debt, Focus Features, Up All Night, Monk, NBC Comedies
-Deleted Scenes
-Commentary with Peter Krause and Allison Liddi-Brown
-Commentary with Lauren Graham and Lawrence Trilling
-Commentary with Jason Katmis
-From Page to Screen
Season Three:
Decisions and big changes face the Bravermans. A new family member joins the fold, a new business venture takes off, family illness and readying themselves for the future are just a few things they have to deal with. All this goes a long way to proving that parenthood, no matter the age of your kids, is toughest best job in the world. Guest starts this season include John Corbett, Cee Lo Green and Jason Ritter.
Special Features:
-Deleted Scenes
-Deleted Storyline
Season Four:
The Bravermans are never people who allow moss to grow beneath their feet. The dynamics within this family are shifting faster than you can say changes. Adam and Kristina (played by Monica Potter) get some shocking news. Sarah thinks about how her choices have been affecting the future. Julia and Joel (played by Sam Jaeger) get used to being parents of an adopted child. Crosby and Jasmine (played by Joy Bryant) settle into their life as husband and wife. Guest stars this season include Jason Ritter and Ray Romano.
Special Features:
-Commentary with Director/Executive Producer Jason Katims
-Commentary with Director/Executive Producer Lawrence Trilling and Actress Mae Whitman
-Previews of House, 30 Rock, Royal Pains, Covert Affairs, Pysch, Parks and Recreation, The Office, Grimm
Season Five:
Each of the Bravermans is forced to contemplate the big picture as well as how they want to live their lives. Adam and Kristina rethink their lives after dealing with her illness. Sarah finds a job that she loves and has a new relationship. Crosby and Jasmine adjust to their lives as parents of a baby. Camille and Zeek decide what their next move is now that their nest is empty. Julia and Joel’s marriage seems to be falling apart.
Special Features:
-Previews of The Office, 30 Rock, Jarhead 2: Field of Fire, House, Suits, Covert Affairs, Royal Pains, Monk
Season Six:
Each of the Braverman siblings has an unclear future ahead of them in this the final season of the series. Sarah is forced to decide about the future of her relationship with Hank (played by Ray Romano). Adam and Crosby struggle to keep the Luncheonette in business. Julia and Joel consider reconciliation. Everyone is preoccupied by Zeek’s health problems.
Special Features:
-Previews of Psych, Suits, Satisfaction, Covert Affairs, Bates Motel, Chicago P.D., The Office, Brooklyn Nine-Nine
-Farewell: A Parenthood Retrospective
