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The Kominsky Method

The Kominsky Method is an American comedy-drama streaming television series created by Chuck Lorre, that premiered on November 16, 2018, on Netflix. It stars Michael Douglas, Alan Arkin, Sarah Baker, Nancy Travis, Paul Reiser, and Kathleen Turner and follows a fictional aging acting coach who many years earlier had a brief moment of success as an actor.

The Kominsky Method
GenreSitcom
Comedy drama
Created byChuck Lorre
Written by
Starring
ComposerJeff Cardoni
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons3
No. of episodes22
Production
Executive producers
  • Chuck Lorre
  • Al Higgins
  • Michael Douglas
ProducerMarlis Pujol
CinematographyAnette Haellmigk
Editors
  • Matthew Barbato
  • Gina Sansom
Camera setupSingle-camera
Running time22–33 minutes
Production companies
Release
Original networkNetflix
Picture format4K (16:9 UHDTV in high dynamic range)
Audio formatDolby Digital
Original releaseNovember 16, 2018 (2018-11-16) –
May 28, 2021 (2021-05-28)

A second season premiered on October 25, 2019, and a third and final season, without Arkin, premiered on May 28, 2021.[1]

Premise

The Kominsky Method follows Sandy Kominsky, a fictional actor who years ago had a brief fling with success and is now a revered Hollywood acting coach.[2]

Cast and characters

Main

  • Michael Douglas as Sandy Kominsky, a once successful actor who now works as a revered acting coach in Hollywood.
  • Alan Arkin as Norman Newlander, Sandy's agent and friend (seasons 1–2)[3]
  • Sarah Baker as Mindy, Sandy's daughter who runs his acting studio with him.
  • Nancy Travis as Lisa, a recent divorcée who decides to take acting lessons from Sandy. (seasons 1–2)
  • Paul Reiser as Martin Schneider, Mindy's boyfriend (season 3; recurring, season 2)
  • Kathleen Turner as Dr. Roz Volander, Sandy's ex-wife (season 3; guest, season 2)[4]

Recurring

Students in Kominsky's acting class

Other

  • Susan Sullivan as Eileen, Norman's wife to whom he's been married for 46 years (seasons 1-2)
  • Lisa Edelstein as Phoebe, Norman's estranged daughter who struggles with a pill addiction
  • Ramon Hilario as Alex the Waiter
  • Cedric Begley as Mathew, Lisa's son (season 1)
  • Anoush NeVart as Rosamie, Norman's housekeeper (season 1)
  • Ann-Margret as Diane, Norman's friend (season 1)
  • Jane Seymour as Madelyn, a rekindled flame from Norman's past (seasons 2-3)
  • Haley Joel Osment as Robby, Phoebe's son (seasons 2–3)

Guest

Episodes

SeasonEpisodesOriginally released
18November 16, 2018 (2018-11-16)
28October 25, 2019 (2019-10-25)
36May 28, 2021 (2021-05-28)

Season 1 (2018)

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TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
11"Chapter 1. An Actor Avoids"Chuck LorreChuck LorreNovember 16, 2018 (2018-11-16)
Sandy Kominsky and his daughter Mindy run a small actor's studio in Hollywood, where his latest group of students includes Lisa, a middle-aged divorcee whom Sandy later asks out on a date. Sandy meets up with his good friend and agent Norman, who gives Sandy the bad news that CBS has passed him over for Ludacris for a role in a new sitcom. At the urging of Mindy, Sandy pays Norman a visit at his home to see his wife Eileen, who is battling cancer. Sandy and Lisa's date is interrupted by a phone call from Mindy, who tells Sandy that Eileen is back in the hospital. When they get there, they learn that Eileen has died.
22"Chapter 2. An Agent Grieves"Andy TennantChuck LorreNovember 16, 2018 (2018-11-16)
Sandy brings a grieving Norman home from the hospital. The next morning, Norman sets out to honor Eileen's instructions for her funeral, enlisting Sandy to help. As Sandy tries to arrange to get items such as a driftwood coffin, Lady Marmalade, Jay Leno, and Barbra Streisand, he asks Lisa to be his date at Eileen's funeral, and she accepts. The service sees a late, unexpected guest arriving: Norman and Eileen's prescription drug-addicted daughter, Phoebe.
33"Chapter 3. A Prostate Enlarges"Donald PetrieChuck Lorre & Al HigginsNovember 16, 2018 (2018-11-16)
At Eileen's wake, daughter Phoebe continues to embarrass herself. Norman gets an offer of consolation from widow Dianne, and Sandy is noticed to be taking many trips to the bathroom. Sandy addresses the bathroom issue by seeing a urologist, who diagnoses it to be a prostate issue. Phoebe offers to stay with her father for an extended period, but Norman almost immediately realizes the seriousness of his daughter's drug dependency problem. Sandy catches Norman talking to himself, believing that he is speaking with Eileen.
44"Chapter 4. A Kegel Squeaks"Beth McCarthy-MillerChuck Lorre & Al Higgins & David JaverbaumNovember 16, 2018 (2018-11-16)
Students Lisa and Lane act out a scene from Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, with Sandy giving a glowing review of Lane's performance. Sandy is anxious to know about his biopsy results. Phoebe's shenanigans drive Norman to take drastic measures. Lane finds out about Sandy seeing a urologist, offering his support. After offending Lisa, Sandy finds himself alone in a bar on a Saturday night. Sandy and Norman try Kegel exercises.
55"Chapter 5. An Agent Crowns"Beth McCarthy-MillerChuck LorreNovember 16, 2018 (2018-11-16)
Sandy is relieved to finally find out his biopsy results, which indicate that he does not need to be treated for cancer. Norman contemplates returning to work at his talent agency, with one of his priorities being to find Sandy some acting work. With Sandy unavailable, Mindy teaches a class to the actor's studio students. Sandy asks Lisa about taking their relationship to the next level. Elliott Gould pitches a new script to Norman. Sandy and Norman find themselves in a hospital waiting room anxious to hear news about Phoebe, who has once again ODed.
66"Chapter 6. A Daughter Detoxes"Andy TennantChuck Lorre & Al Higgins & David JaverbaumNovember 16, 2018 (2018-11-16)
Sandy and Norman take a road trip in order to drop off Phoebe at a drug rehabilitation facility. On the way there and back, they deal with the subjects of back taxes, suicide, the Pechanga Indian Casino, Eddie Money, Thelma & Louise, churros, bonsai plants, and Lisa breaking up with Sandy.
77"Chapter 7. A String Is Attached"Donald PetrieChuck Lorre & Al Higgins & David JaverbaumNovember 16, 2018 (2018-11-16)
Sandy's desperation about owing more than $300,000 in back taxes sees him straining his relationships with Norman, Mindy, and Lisa. Norman decides to pay Sandy's IRS bill, but doesn't want Sandy to repay him, which he knows will infuriate Sandy.
88"Chapter 8. A Widow Approaches"Andy TennantChuck Lorre & Al Higgins & David JaverbaumNovember 16, 2018 (2018-11-16)
Norman reveals to Sandy that Dianne wants to meet for a lunch date. After the date, she and Norman attend a fund-raising event for Eileen's Parkinson's Disease charity, inviting Sandy (who then invites Lisa as they have reconciled). Norman starts to fall apart at the event, and his state of mind progressively worsens afterwards. Sandy forces Lisa to decide between attending his acting classes or remaining lovers, and she quickly chooses his acting classes. After Sandy gets a strange collect call from Norman, he seeks out and supports his longtime friend, which includes divulging the secret of the "Kominsky Method" of acting to Norman.

Season 2 (2019)

No.
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TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
91"Chapter 9. An Actor Forgets"Andy TennantChuck LorreOctober 25, 2019 (2019-10-25)
Sandy visits Norman, only to witness his next phase of grieving over Eileen. As the guys pay their respects at a funeral, Norman meets a woman from his past, Madelyn. At the studio, Mindy tells Sandy a disturbing fact about her latest serious boyfriend while Sandy decides to tell his class the bitter truth about acting as a profession. Norman continues to see Eileen as he starts to date Madelyn. Sandy has an awkward moment with Lisa.
102"Chapter 10. An Old Flame, an Old Wick"Beth McCarthy-MillerChuck LorreOctober 25, 2019 (2019-10-25)
Sandy reaches out to his ex-wife (Kathleen Turner) to discuss Mindy's controversial new boyfriend, Martin. Norman goes horseback riding with Madelyn, which later turns into a stay over at her house. Mindy invites Sandy to dinner so that he can finally meet Martin, but Mindy is irritated by their camaraderie. Norman phones Sandy in the middle of dinner with the jitters of taking the next step with Madelyn.
113"Chapter 11. An Odd Couple Occurs"Andy TennantChuck LorreOctober 25, 2019 (2019-10-25)
Sandy finally makes a breakthrough with one of his students, Darshani. Mindy is mad at Sandy for getting high with Martin. Norman is overjoyed by how his relationship is progressing with Madelyn, only to find out that Phoebe is coming home. Martin and Sandy deepen their friendship through their common interest. Norman is skeptical about Phoebe being rehabilitated, angering Madelyn. Sandy phones Lisa in a most happy mood.
124"Chapter 12. A Libido Sits in the Fridge"Beth McCarthy-MillerChuck LorreOctober 25, 2019 (2019-10-25)
Sandy and Lisa go out for drinks, where Lisa suggests them having a friendship with no sex. Sandy praises Darshani for her acting breakthrough, but can see through her gratitude. Norman apologises to both Phoebe and Madelyn separately for his recent outburst: Phoebe is receptive while Madelyn becomes distant. Sandy joins Lisa for an evening of movie watching at her place, complete with free-flowing wine and popcorn. As Lisa's inhibitions wear down, Sandy's night features Cialis, the police, and being a supportive friend.
135"Chapter 13. A Shenckman Equivocates"Andy TennantChuck LorreOctober 25, 2019 (2019-10-25)
Waiter Alex gives Norman his screenplay, wondering if he would be interested in producing it. Sandy brings Martin along for lunch to meet Norman, only to have to deal with a medical emergency. Sandy visits Martin in the hospital to try to cheer him up. After hearing about Martin, Lisa urges Sandy to get a checkup. Sandy goes through a whole barrage of tests, only to have Dr. Shenckman (Bob Odenkirk) give him both good news and bad news. Sandy confides to Norman about his health, and decides that it should be a secret to be kept between them.
146"Chapter 14. A Secret Leaks, a Teacher Speaks"Beth McCarthy-MillerChuck LorreOctober 25, 2019 (2019-10-25)
Norman accompanies Sandy to start his treatments, only for them to be seen by one of Sandy's acting students. Driving home, Norman urges Sandy to tell Mindy about his condition and then receives a call from Madelyn. Madelyn tells more about her life to Norman over dinner, who then decides to come to a compromise with her. About to teach a class, Sandy gets a new student, Martin. Norman takes Madelyn to see Phoebe at work. After seeing a scene from Two and a Half Men acted out by two of his students, Sandy explains comedy to the class, before wrapping it up by having Martin tell his story on stage.
157"Chapter 15. A Hand Job Is Forgiven"Andy TennantChuck Lorre & Al HigginsOctober 25, 2019 (2019-10-25)
Sandy starts his new treatment regimen but something goes terribly wrong. Norman and Phoebe visit Eileen's grave so that Phoebe can make amends. She later extends those amends to her father. A concerned Mindy and Martin visit Sandy to a frightening sight. Sandy helps Margaret act out a scene from Doubt in front of the class. Lisa comes over to Sandy's for dinner but later confronts him for lying.
168"Chapter 16. A Thetan Arrives"Beth McCarthy-MillerChuck Lorre & Al HigginsOctober 25, 2019 (2019-10-25)

Norman offers Sandy a place to stay while he recuperates. Phoebe surprises Norman with the arrival of his Scientologist grandson, Robby. Mindy informs Sandy of her plans to change how the acting classes are given. Sandy confronts guest teacher Allison Janney about her approach to teaching acting. Robby introduces the concepts of Scientology to Norman. Sandy gets upsetting news from Lisa. With no support from anyone, Sandy turns up at Norman's, only to find that Robby is in trouble.

Note: This episode marks the last appearance of Alan Arkin as Norman Newlander

Season 3 (2021)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date [5]
171"Chapter 17. In all the old familiar places"Chuck LorreChuck LorreMay 28, 2021 (2021-05-28)
182"Chapter 18. You only give me your funny paper"Andy TennantChuck LorreMay 28, 2021 (2021-05-28)
193"Chapter 19. And it's getting more and more absurd"Andy TennantChuck LorreMay 28, 2021 (2021-05-28)
204"Chapter 20. The round toes, of the high shoes"Beth McCarthy-MillerChuck LorreMay 28, 2021 (2021-05-28)
215"Chapter 21. Near, far, wherever you are"Andy TennantChuck LorreMay 28, 2021 (2021-05-28)
226"Chapter 22. The fundamental things apply"Andy TennantChuck LorreMay 28, 2021 (2021-05-28)

Production

Development

On August 14, 2017, it was announced that Netflix was finalizing a series order for the production for a first season consisting of ten episodes. The series was set to be written by Chuck Lorre, Al Higgins, and David Javerbaum. Lorre was also set to direct the first episode and executive produce alongside Michael Douglas. Production companies involved with the series were slated to consist of Chuck Lorre Productions and Warner Bros. Television.[6] On July 29, 2018, it was announced during the Television Critics Association's annual summer press tour that the series was to premiere on November 16, 2018.[7] On January 17, 2019, it was announced that the series had been renewed for a second season consisting of eight episodes.[8] The second season was released on October 25, 2019.[9] On July 2, 2020, Netflix renewed the series for a third and final season,[10] which was released on May 28, 2021.[11]

Casting

Alongside the series order announcement, it was confirmed that Michael Douglas and Alan Arkin had been cast in the lead roles of Sandy Kominsky and Norman, respectively.[6] In January 2018, it was announced that Nancy Travis and Sarah Baker had been cast in main roles and that Susan Sullivan, Emily Osment, Graham Rogers, Ashleigh LaThrop, Jenna Lyng Adams, Melissa Tang, Casey Brown, and Lisa Edelstein would appear in a recurring capacity.[12][13][14]

On February 7, 2019, it was announced that Jane Seymour, Jacqueline Bisset and Paul Reiser had been cast in recurring roles for season two. Bisset was set to play Sandy's ex-wife, but the role was recast with Kathleen Turner.[15] On September 23, 2020, it was announced that Alan Arkin would not be returning for the show's final season.[3]

Reception

Critical response

The series has been met with a positive critical response upon its premiere. On the review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes, the first season holds an approval rating of 80% with an average score of 6.6/10. The website's critical consensus reads, "Full of humor and heart, The Kominsky Method paints a surprisingly poignant – if a little paint-by-numbers – portrait of life and aging, elevated by two top-notch performances by acting legends Alan Arkin and Michael Douglas."[16] Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, assigned the first season a score of 68 out of 100 based on 19 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews."[17]

Awards and nominations

Year Award Category Nominee(s) Result Ref.
2018 American Film Institute Awards Top 10 TV Programs of the Year The Kominsky Method Won [18]
2019 Critics' Choice Television Awards Best Comedy Series Nominated [19]
Best Actor in a Comedy Series Michael Douglas Nominated
Golden Globe Awards Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy The Kominsky Method Won [20]
Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy Michael Douglas Won
Best Supporting Actor – Series, Miniseries or Television Film Alan Arkin Nominated
Primetime Emmy Awards Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series Michael Douglas (for "Chapter One: An Actor Avoids") Nominated [21]
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series Alan Arkin (for "Chapter Two: An Agent Grieves") Nominated
Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation Yuri Reese, Bill Smith and Michael Hoffman (for "Chapter 1: An Actor Avoids") Nominated
Satellite Awards Best Musical or Comedy Series The Kominsky Method Nominated [22]
Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy Series Michael Douglas Nominated
Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or TV Film Alan Arkin Nominated
Screen Actors Guild Awards Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series Jenna Lyng Adams, Alan Arkin, Sarah Baker, Casey Thomas Brown, Michael Douglas, Ashleigh LaThrop, Emily Osment, Graham Rogers, Susan Sullivan, Melissa Tang & Nancy Travis Nominated [23]
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series Alan Arkin Nominated
Michael Douglas Nominated
2020 Golden Globe Awards Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy The Kominsky Method Nominated [24]
Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy Michael Douglas Nominated
Best Supporting Actor – Series, Miniseries or Television Film Alan Arkin Nominated
Screen Actors Guild Awards Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series Jenna Lyng Adams, Alan Arkin, Sarah Baker, Casey Thomas Brown, Michael Douglas, Lisa Edelstein, Paul Reiser, Graham Rogers, Jane Seymour, Melissa Tang & Nancy Travis Nominated [25]
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series Alan Arkin Nominated
Michael Douglas Nominated
Casting Society of America Television Pilot & First Season – Comedy Nikki Valko, Ken Miller & Tara Treacy Nominated [26]
Primetime Emmy Awards Outstanding Comedy Series Chuck Lorre, Al Higgins, Michael Douglas, Andy Tennant, Beth McCarthy-Miller & Marlis Pujol Nominated [21]
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series Michael Douglas (for "Chapter 12: A Libido Sits in the Fridge") Nominated
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series Alan Arkin (for "Chapter 14: A Secret Leaks, a Teacher Speaks") Nominated
2021 Hollywood Critics Association TV Awards Best Actor in a Streaming Series, Comedy Michael Douglas Nominated [27]
Best Supporting Actress in a Streaming Series, Comedy Kathleen Turner Nominated
Primetime Emmy Awards Outstanding Comedy Series Chuck Lorre, Al Higgins, Michael Douglas, Andy Tennant, Beth McCarthy Miller & Marlis Pujol Nominated [21]
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series Michael Douglas (for "Chapter 20. The Round Toes, Of The High Shoes") Nominated
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series Paul Reiser (for "Chapter 18. You Only Give Me Your Funny Paper") Nominated
Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series Morgan Freeman (for "Chapter 20. The Round Toes, Of The High Shoes") Nominated
Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series Nikki Valko, Ken Miller & Tara Treacy Nominated
Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation Yuri Reese, Sean Madsen & Brian Wittle (for "Chapter 21. Near, Far, Wherever You Are") Nominated

Home media

The first season was released to general retailers on November 19, 2019 in Region 1, with a Blu-ray version made available exclusively through the Warner Archive Collection.[28]

See also

References

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  22. ^ 24th Satellite Awards Announce Nominations, ‘Ford v Ferrari’ Leads the Way
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  25. ^ "NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED FOR THE 26TH ANNUAL SCREEN ACTORS GUILD AWARDS". December 11, 2019. Retrieved December 11, 2019.
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The Kominsky Method is an American comedy drama streaming television series created by Chuck Lorre that premiered on November 16 2018 on Netflix It stars Michael Douglas Alan Arkin Sarah Baker Nancy Travis Paul Reiser and Kathleen Turner and follows a fictional aging acting coach who many years earlier had a brief moment of success as an actor The Kominsky MethodGenreSitcomComedy dramaCreated byChuck LorreWritten byChuck Lorre Al Higgins David JaverbaumStarringMichael Douglas Alan Arkin Sarah Baker Nancy Travis Paul Reiser Kathleen TurnerComposerJeff CardoniCountry of originUnited StatesOriginal languageEnglishNo of seasons3No of episodes22ProductionExecutive producersChuck Lorre Al Higgins Michael DouglasProducerMarlis PujolCinematographyAnette HaellmigkEditorsMatthew Barbato Gina SansomCamera setupSingle cameraRunning time22 33 minutesProduction companiesChuck Lorre Productions Warner Bros TelevisionReleaseOriginal networkNetflixPicture format4K 16 9 UHDTV in high dynamic range Audio formatDolby DigitalOriginal releaseNovember 16 2018 2018 11 16 May 28 2021 2021 05 28 A second season premiered on October 25 2019 and a third and final season without Arkin premiered on May 28 2021 1 Contents 1 Premise 2 Cast and characters 2 1 Main 2 2 Recurring 2 2 1 Students in Kominsky s acting class 2 2 2 Other 2 3 Guest 3 Episodes 3 1 Season 1 2018 3 2 Season 2 2019 3 3 Season 3 2021 4 Production 4 1 Development 4 2 Casting 5 Reception 5 1 Critical response 5 2 Awards and nominations 6 Home media 7 See also 8 References 9 External linksPremise EditThe Kominsky Method follows Sandy Kominsky a fictional actor who years ago had a brief fling with success and is now a revered Hollywood acting coach 2 Cast and characters EditMain Edit Michael Douglas as Sandy Kominsky a once successful actor who now works as a revered acting coach in Hollywood Alan Arkin as Norman Newlander Sandy s agent and friend seasons 1 2 3 Sarah Baker as Mindy Sandy s daughter who runs his acting studio with him Nancy Travis as Lisa a recent divorcee who decides to take acting lessons from Sandy seasons 1 2 Paul Reiser as Martin Schneider Mindy s boyfriend season 3 recurring season 2 Kathleen Turner as Dr Roz Volander Sandy s ex wife season 3 guest season 2 4 Recurring Edit Students in Kominsky s acting class Edit Melissa Tang as Margaret Jenna Lyng Adams as Darshani Graham Rogers as Jude Casey Brown as Lane Ashleigh LaThrop as Breana Emily Osment as TheresaOther Edit Susan Sullivan as Eileen Norman s wife to whom he s been married for 46 years seasons 1 2 Lisa Edelstein as Phoebe Norman s estranged daughter who struggles with a pill addiction Ramon Hilario as Alex the Waiter Cedric Begley as Mathew Lisa s son season 1 Anoush NeVart as Rosamie Norman s housekeeper season 1 Ann Margret as Diane Norman s friend season 1 Jane Seymour as Madelyn a rekindled flame from Norman s past seasons 2 3 Haley Joel Osment as Robby Phoebe s son seasons 2 3 Guest Edit Jay Leno as himself Patti LaBelle as herself Jason Kravits as Woody Littlehales Corbin Bernsen as himself George Wyner as Rabbi Elizabeth Sung as Mrs Liu Rex Linn as Ed Danny DeVito as Dr Wexler a urologist Elliott Gould as himself Lauren Weedman as Director Jocelyn Towne as Jeanine Azie Tesfai as Lynda Eddie Money as himself Jen Drohan as Receptionist Bob Odenkirk as Dr Shenckman Matt Knudsen as Dad Jeffrey D Sams as Arthur Willam Belli as Cherry Lainie Kazan as Norman s grandmother Allison Janney as herself Morgan Freeman as himself Barry Levinson as himself Jon Cryer as himself Christine Ebersole as EstelleEpisodes EditSeasonEpisodesOriginally released18November 16 2018 2018 11 16 28October 25 2019 2019 10 25 36May 28 2021 2021 05 28 Season 1 2018 Edit No overallNo inseasonTitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date11 Chapter 1 An Actor Avoids Chuck LorreChuck LorreNovember 16 2018 2018 11 16 Sandy Kominsky and his daughter Mindy run a small actor s studio in Hollywood where his latest group of students includes Lisa a middle aged divorcee whom Sandy later asks out on a date Sandy meets up with his good friend and agent Norman who gives Sandy the bad news that CBS has passed him over for Ludacris for a role in a new sitcom At the urging of Mindy Sandy pays Norman a visit at his home to see his wife Eileen who is battling cancer Sandy and Lisa s date is interrupted by a phone call from Mindy who tells Sandy that Eileen is back in the hospital When they get there they learn that Eileen has died 22 Chapter 2 An Agent Grieves Andy TennantChuck LorreNovember 16 2018 2018 11 16 Sandy brings a grieving Norman home from the hospital The next morning Norman sets out to honor Eileen s instructions for her funeral enlisting Sandy to help As Sandy tries to arrange to get items such as a driftwood coffin Lady Marmalade Jay Leno and Barbra Streisand he asks Lisa to be his date at Eileen s funeral and she accepts The service sees a late unexpected guest arriving Norman and Eileen s prescription drug addicted daughter Phoebe 33 Chapter 3 A Prostate Enlarges Donald PetrieChuck Lorre amp Al HigginsNovember 16 2018 2018 11 16 At Eileen s wake daughter Phoebe continues to embarrass herself Norman gets an offer of consolation from widow Dianne and Sandy is noticed to be taking many trips to the bathroom Sandy addresses the bathroom issue by seeing a urologist who diagnoses it to be a prostate issue Phoebe offers to stay with her father for an extended period but Norman almost immediately realizes the seriousness of his daughter s drug dependency problem Sandy catches Norman talking to himself believing that he is speaking with Eileen 44 Chapter 4 A Kegel Squeaks Beth McCarthy MillerChuck Lorre amp Al Higgins amp David JaverbaumNovember 16 2018 2018 11 16 Students Lisa and Lane act out a scene from Cat on a Hot Tin Roof with Sandy giving a glowing review of Lane s performance Sandy is anxious to know about his biopsy results Phoebe s shenanigans drive Norman to take drastic measures Lane finds out about Sandy seeing a urologist offering his support After offending Lisa Sandy finds himself alone in a bar on a Saturday night Sandy and Norman try Kegel exercises 55 Chapter 5 An Agent Crowns Beth McCarthy MillerChuck LorreNovember 16 2018 2018 11 16 Sandy is relieved to finally find out his biopsy results which indicate that he does not need to be treated for cancer Norman contemplates returning to work at his talent agency with one of his priorities being to find Sandy some acting work With Sandy unavailable Mindy teaches a class to the actor s studio students Sandy asks Lisa about taking their relationship to the next level Elliott Gould pitches a new script to Norman Sandy and Norman find themselves in a hospital waiting room anxious to hear news about Phoebe who has once again ODed 66 Chapter 6 A Daughter Detoxes Andy TennantChuck Lorre amp Al Higgins amp David JaverbaumNovember 16 2018 2018 11 16 Sandy and Norman take a road trip in order to drop off Phoebe at a drug rehabilitation facility On the way there and back they deal with the subjects of back taxes suicide the Pechanga Indian Casino Eddie Money Thelma amp Louise churros bonsai plants and Lisa breaking up with Sandy 77 Chapter 7 A String Is Attached Donald PetrieChuck Lorre amp Al Higgins amp David JaverbaumNovember 16 2018 2018 11 16 Sandy s desperation about owing more than 300 000 in back taxes sees him straining his relationships with Norman Mindy and Lisa Norman decides to pay Sandy s IRS bill but doesn t want Sandy to repay him which he knows will infuriate Sandy 88 Chapter 8 A Widow Approaches Andy TennantChuck Lorre amp Al Higgins amp David JaverbaumNovember 16 2018 2018 11 16 Norman reveals to Sandy that Dianne wants to meet for a lunch date After the date she and Norman attend a fund raising event for Eileen s Parkinson s Disease charity inviting Sandy who then invites Lisa as they have reconciled Norman starts to fall apart at the event and his state of mind progressively worsens afterwards Sandy forces Lisa to decide between attending his acting classes or remaining lovers and she quickly chooses his acting classes After Sandy gets a strange collect call from Norman he seeks out and supports his longtime friend which includes divulging the secret of the Kominsky Method of acting to Norman Season 2 2019 Edit No overallNo inseasonTitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date91 Chapter 9 An Actor Forgets Andy TennantChuck LorreOctober 25 2019 2019 10 25 Sandy visits Norman only to witness his next phase of grieving over Eileen As the guys pay their respects at a funeral Norman meets a woman from his past Madelyn At the studio Mindy tells Sandy a disturbing fact about her latest serious boyfriend while Sandy decides to tell his class the bitter truth about acting as a profession Norman continues to see Eileen as he starts to date Madelyn Sandy has an awkward moment with Lisa 102 Chapter 10 An Old Flame an Old Wick Beth McCarthy MillerChuck LorreOctober 25 2019 2019 10 25 Sandy reaches out to his ex wife Kathleen Turner to discuss Mindy s controversial new boyfriend Martin Norman goes horseback riding with Madelyn which later turns into a stay over at her house Mindy invites Sandy to dinner so that he can finally meet Martin but Mindy is irritated by their camaraderie Norman phones Sandy in the middle of dinner with the jitters of taking the next step with Madelyn 113 Chapter 11 An Odd Couple Occurs Andy TennantChuck LorreOctober 25 2019 2019 10 25 Sandy finally makes a breakthrough with one of his students Darshani Mindy is mad at Sandy for getting high with Martin Norman is overjoyed by how his relationship is progressing with Madelyn only to find out that Phoebe is coming home Martin and Sandy deepen their friendship through their common interest Norman is skeptical about Phoebe being rehabilitated angering Madelyn Sandy phones Lisa in a most happy mood 124 Chapter 12 A Libido Sits in the Fridge Beth McCarthy MillerChuck LorreOctober 25 2019 2019 10 25 Sandy and Lisa go out for drinks where Lisa suggests them having a friendship with no sex Sandy praises Darshani for her acting breakthrough but can see through her gratitude Norman apologises to both Phoebe and Madelyn separately for his recent outburst Phoebe is receptive while Madelyn becomes distant Sandy joins Lisa for an evening of movie watching at her place complete with free flowing wine and popcorn As Lisa s inhibitions wear down Sandy s night features Cialis the police and being a supportive friend 135 Chapter 13 A Shenckman Equivocates Andy TennantChuck LorreOctober 25 2019 2019 10 25 Waiter Alex gives Norman his screenplay wondering if he would be interested in producing it Sandy brings Martin along for lunch to meet Norman only to have to deal with a medical emergency Sandy visits Martin in the hospital to try to cheer him up After hearing about Martin Lisa urges Sandy to get a checkup Sandy goes through a whole barrage of tests only to have Dr Shenckman Bob Odenkirk give him both good news and bad news Sandy confides to Norman about his health and decides that it should be a secret to be kept between them 146 Chapter 14 A Secret Leaks a Teacher Speaks Beth McCarthy MillerChuck LorreOctober 25 2019 2019 10 25 Norman accompanies Sandy to start his treatments only for them to be seen by one of Sandy s acting students Driving home Norman urges Sandy to tell Mindy about his condition and then receives a call from Madelyn Madelyn tells more about her life to Norman over dinner who then decides to come to a compromise with her About to teach a class Sandy gets a new student Martin Norman takes Madelyn to see Phoebe at work After seeing a scene from Two and a Half Men acted out by two of his students Sandy explains comedy to the class before wrapping it up by having Martin tell his story on stage 157 Chapter 15 A Hand Job Is Forgiven Andy TennantChuck Lorre amp Al HigginsOctober 25 2019 2019 10 25 Sandy starts his new treatment regimen but something goes terribly wrong Norman and Phoebe visit Eileen s grave so that Phoebe can make amends She later extends those amends to her father A concerned Mindy and Martin visit Sandy to a frightening sight Sandy helps Margaret act out a scene from Doubt in front of the class Lisa comes over to Sandy s for dinner but later confronts him for lying 168 Chapter 16 A Thetan Arrives Beth McCarthy MillerChuck Lorre amp Al HigginsOctober 25 2019 2019 10 25 Norman offers Sandy a place to stay while he recuperates Phoebe surprises Norman with the arrival of his Scientologist grandson Robby Mindy informs Sandy of her plans to change how the acting classes are given Sandy confronts guest teacher Allison Janney about her approach to teaching acting Robby introduces the concepts of Scientology to Norman Sandy gets upsetting news from Lisa With no support from anyone Sandy turns up at Norman s only to find that Robby is in trouble Note This episode marks the last appearance of Alan Arkin as Norman NewlanderSeason 3 2021 Edit No overallNo inseasonTitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date 5 171 Chapter 17 In all the old familiar places Chuck LorreChuck LorreMay 28 2021 2021 05 28 182 Chapter 18 You only give me your funny paper Andy TennantChuck LorreMay 28 2021 2021 05 28 193 Chapter 19 And it s getting more and more absurd Andy TennantChuck LorreMay 28 2021 2021 05 28 204 Chapter 20 The round toes of the high shoes Beth McCarthy MillerChuck LorreMay 28 2021 2021 05 28 215 Chapter 21 Near far wherever you are Andy TennantChuck LorreMay 28 2021 2021 05 28 226 Chapter 22 The fundamental things apply Andy TennantChuck LorreMay 28 2021 2021 05 28 Production EditDevelopment Edit On August 14 2017 it was announced that Netflix was finalizing a series order for the production for a first season consisting of ten episodes The series was set to be written by Chuck Lorre Al Higgins and David Javerbaum Lorre was also set to direct the first episode and executive produce alongside Michael Douglas Production companies involved with the series were slated to consist of Chuck Lorre Productions and Warner Bros Television 6 On July 29 2018 it was announced during the Television Critics Association s annual summer press tour that the series was to premiere on November 16 2018 7 On January 17 2019 it was announced that the series had been renewed for a second season consisting of eight episodes 8 The second season was released on October 25 2019 9 On July 2 2020 Netflix renewed the series for a third and final season 10 which was released on May 28 2021 11 Casting Edit Alongside the series order announcement it was confirmed that Michael Douglas and Alan Arkin had been cast in the lead roles of Sandy Kominsky and Norman respectively 6 In January 2018 it was announced that Nancy Travis and Sarah Baker had been cast in main roles and that Susan Sullivan Emily Osment Graham Rogers Ashleigh LaThrop Jenna Lyng Adams Melissa Tang Casey Brown and Lisa Edelstein would appear in a recurring capacity 12 13 14 On February 7 2019 it was announced that Jane Seymour Jacqueline Bisset and Paul Reiser had been cast in recurring roles for season two Bisset was set to play Sandy s ex wife but the role was recast with Kathleen Turner 15 On September 23 2020 it was announced that Alan Arkin would not be returning for the show s final season 3 Reception EditCritical response Edit The series has been met with a positive critical response upon its premiere On the review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes the first season holds an approval rating of 80 with an average score of 6 6 10 The website s critical consensus reads Full of humor and heart The Kominsky Method paints a surprisingly poignant if a little paint by numbers portrait of life and aging elevated by two top notch performances by acting legends Alan Arkin and Michael Douglas 16 Metacritic which uses a weighted average assigned the first season a score of 68 out of 100 based on 19 critics indicating generally favorable reviews 17 Awards and nominations Edit Year Award Category Nominee s Result Ref 2018 American Film Institute Awards Top 10 TV Programs of the Year The Kominsky Method Won 18 2019 Critics Choice Television Awards Best Comedy Series Nominated 19 Best Actor in a Comedy Series Michael Douglas NominatedGolden Globe Awards Best Television Series Musical or Comedy The Kominsky Method Won 20 Best Actor Television Series Musical or Comedy Michael Douglas WonBest Supporting Actor Series Miniseries or Television Film Alan Arkin NominatedPrimetime Emmy Awards Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series Michael Douglas for Chapter One An Actor Avoids Nominated 21 Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series Alan Arkin for Chapter Two An Agent Grieves NominatedPrimetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy or Drama Series Half Hour and Animation Yuri Reese Bill Smith and Michael Hoffman for Chapter 1 An Actor Avoids NominatedSatellite Awards Best Musical or Comedy Series The Kominsky Method Nominated 22 Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy Series Michael Douglas NominatedBest Supporting Actor in a Series Miniseries or TV Film Alan Arkin NominatedScreen Actors Guild Awards Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series Jenna Lyng Adams Alan Arkin Sarah Baker Casey Thomas Brown Michael Douglas Ashleigh LaThrop Emily Osment Graham Rogers Susan Sullivan Melissa Tang amp Nancy Travis Nominated 23 Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series Alan Arkin NominatedMichael Douglas Nominated2020 Golden Globe Awards Best Television Series Musical or Comedy The Kominsky Method Nominated 24 Best Actor Television Series Musical or Comedy Michael Douglas NominatedBest Supporting Actor Series Miniseries or Television Film Alan Arkin NominatedScreen Actors Guild Awards Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series Jenna Lyng Adams Alan Arkin Sarah Baker Casey Thomas Brown Michael Douglas Lisa Edelstein Paul Reiser Graham Rogers Jane Seymour Melissa Tang amp Nancy Travis Nominated 25 Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series Alan Arkin NominatedMichael Douglas NominatedCasting Society of America Television Pilot amp First Season Comedy Nikki Valko Ken Miller amp Tara Treacy Nominated 26 Primetime Emmy Awards Outstanding Comedy Series Chuck Lorre Al Higgins Michael Douglas Andy Tennant Beth McCarthy Miller amp Marlis Pujol Nominated 21 Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series Michael Douglas for Chapter 12 A Libido Sits in the Fridge NominatedOutstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series Alan Arkin for Chapter 14 A Secret Leaks a Teacher Speaks Nominated2021 Hollywood Critics Association TV Awards Best Actor in a Streaming Series Comedy Michael Douglas Nominated 27 Best Supporting Actress in a Streaming Series Comedy Kathleen Turner NominatedPrimetime Emmy Awards Outstanding Comedy Series Chuck Lorre Al Higgins Michael Douglas Andy Tennant Beth McCarthy Miller amp Marlis Pujol Nominated 21 Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series Michael Douglas for Chapter 20 The Round Toes Of The High Shoes NominatedOutstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series Paul Reiser for Chapter 18 You Only Give Me Your Funny Paper NominatedPrimetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series Morgan Freeman for Chapter 20 The Round Toes Of The High Shoes NominatedOutstanding Casting for a Comedy Series Nikki Valko Ken Miller amp Tara Treacy NominatedOutstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy or Drama Series Half Hour and Animation Yuri Reese Sean Madsen amp Brian Wittle for Chapter 21 Near Far Wherever You Are NominatedHome media EditThe first season was released to general retailers on November 19 2019 in Region 1 with a Blu ray version made available exclusively through the Warner Archive Collection 28 See also EditStanislavski s system a real system of training actorsReferences Edit Grobar Matt March 24 2021 Netflix Sets Premiere Date For The Kominsky 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Glenn Close Among Winners The Hollywood Reporter Retrieved January 28 2019 Golden Globes 2020 The Complete Nominations List Variety December 9 2019 Retrieved December 9 2019 NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED FOR THE 26TH ANNUAL SCREEN ACTORS GUILD AWARDS December 11 2019 Retrieved December 11 2019 Lewis Hillary September 24 2019 Artios Awards Succession Pose Dead to Me Among Casting Society TV Theater Nominees The Hollywood Reporter Retrieved February 2 2020 Pedersen Erik 2021 07 08 HCA TV Awards Nominations Ted Lasso Leads Programs For Inaugural Honors NBC HBO amp Netflix Lead Nets Deadline Retrieved 2021 07 14 Kominsky Method Season 1 on Disc Nov 19 Media Play News External links EditOfficial website The Kominsky Method at IMDb The Kominsky Method at Rotten Tomatoes Retrieved from https en wikipedia org w index php title The Kominsky Method amp oldid 1117018284, wikipedia, wiki, book, books, library,

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