The Starter Wife

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Cast: Debra Messing, Judy Davis, Chris Diamantopoulos, David Alan Basche, Danielle Nicolet

Wife begins again.

Molly Kagan, the ex-wife of a Hollywood entertainment mogul, transitions into a fabulous independent life after her divorce.

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Seasons

1. The Forty-Year-Old Virgin Queen

Air Date: 2008-10-10

Molly hopes to revitalize her career by using material from her diary in a writing workshop. Elsewhere, Joan wrangles an abrasive ex-sex symbol with her job at a rehab facility. Also, Rodney develops a crush on a client, a macho action star.

2. The Diary of a Mad Ex-Housewife

Air Date: 2008-10-10

Molly's journal is stolen during a party in Zach's house and the result can be a disaster. Rodney has a surprise about his new client.

3. Remains of the Snow Day

Air Date: 2008-10-17

Molly has been recognized as the Hollywood Ex-wife by a gossip blogger, causing her to hide at the Destinies. Elsewhere, Rodney explains his relationship with Felix to Molly, and Joan starts an affair.

4. Mollywood

Air Date: 2008-10-24

Molly meets with a Hollywood agent, Eve's husband, and is thinking of adding a P.I. element to her book. Elsewhere, Devon has Liz feeling suspicious; Felix and Rodney get into a fight; and Joan juggles both her friendship with Robin and a relationship with David.

5. Das Booty Call

Air Date: 2008-10-31

Just as Molly's relationship with Zach progresses, Lou shows up. Liz's jealousy makes Devon feel distracted. David is persuaded by Joan into appearing in David's movie.

6. The Ex-Files

Air Date: 2008-11-07

Kenny's threats to derail Molly's movie has her going to surprising measures to protect it.

7. The French Disconnection

Air Date: 2008-11-14

A secret uncovered about Zach's past fills Molly with misgivings. Elsewhere, Molly thinks Lou's fiancee is holding a secret, and a surprise decision is made by Felix.

8. Look Who's Stalking

Air Date: 2008-11-21

Molly and Zack reevaluate their relationship after a confrontation with Molly's stalker.

9. Her Old Man and the Sea

Air Date: 2008-12-05

With the police investigating Pappy's disappearance, Joan makes her return to Los Angeles.

10. Woman Over the Influence

Air Date: 2008-12-12

The season finale finds Molly assessing her future with Zach through Lou's wedding ceremony. Elsewhere, Joan reveals a confession, Rodney's relationship changes, and Liz's life becomes turbulent.

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