Cougar Town

10 Best Episodes of Cougar Town - Season 1

Jules Cobb is a mom in her forties facing the often humorous challenges, pitfalls and rewards of life's next chapter. Along for the journey is her son, her ex-husband, her husband/neighbor and her friends who together make up her dysfunctional, but supportive and caring extended family... even if they have a funny way of showing it sometimes.

Written by Sophie and last updated on jan 22, 2023.

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Cougar Town - S1E24

#15 - Finding Out (Season 1 - Episode 24)

Jules and Grayson hatch an elaborate plan to break the news to Bobby that they're officially dating, and Travis sees the wrath of a truly angry woman for the first time when he forgets his momentous seven-month anniversary with Kylie.

The episode was rated 7.92 from 141 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E3

#14 - Don't Do Me Like That (Season 1 - Episode 3)

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Jules family and friends crash the 10th date with her new boyfriend, Josh. Ellie and Laurie help Jules realize that it's ok to be selfish once in a while, when Jules has a disastrous experience in bed with Josh. Meanwhile, Jules left Travis with Bobby, who has to be responsible and deal with his son.

The episode was rated 7.92 from 296 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E4

#13 - I Won't Back Down (Season 1 - Episode 4)

When Jules inadvertently tells Grayson he's hot and he doesn't reciprocate, she's on a mission to get him to admit she's sexy. With a little help from Laurie and Ellie, Jules uncovers the ultimate burn to put Grayson in his place. Meanwhile, Ellie is feeling like she's lost her looks after the birth of Stan, and Bobby and Travis search for something to bond over.

The episode was rated 7.93 from 272 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E5

#12 - You Wreck Me (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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Jules rues the day when her ex-husband, Bobby, and Grayson become fast friends over a mercy golf lesson that she organized to help boost Bobby's self esteem. Meanwhile, Laurie surprises even herself when she takes on a new client to prove her worth to Jules.

The episode was rated 7.93 from 283 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E8

#11 - Two Gunslingers (Season 1 - Episode 8)

Mad because her two best friends don't get along, Jules tries to have fun at her birthday. She finally convinces Ellie and Laurie to go with her on a wild birthday weekend, and they accept. But Jules encounters her nemesis with her flirtatious husband.

The episode was rated 7.94 from 252 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E9

#10 - Here Comes My Girl (Season 1 - Episode 9)

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Jules plan for a romanctic dinner for two backfires for Thanksgiving. Travis shows off his girlfriend Kylie to everyone. Jules gives Travis and Kylie advice on birth control. Bobby and Grayson bond over a common interest.

The episode was rated 7.95 from 250 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E16

#9 - What Are You Doin' in My Life (Season 1 - Episode 16)

Laurie needs a co-signer to buy her first condo and finds her less than stellar, absentee mother no help at all. Meanwhile, Bobby is mugged by a woman and Travis comes to Barb's aid after her latest cosmetic surgery procedure.

The episode was rated 7.99 from 220 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E13

#8 - Stop Dragging My Heart Around (Season 1 - Episode 13)

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After her breakup with Jeff, Jules turns to Bobby for some cheering up. But when a bottle of wine leads to a passionate kiss, will they agree it was only a casual meaningless kiss? Meanwhile, Laurie discovers a thing that both Jules and Grayson have in common, while Travis plans with Kylie don't go as planned.

The episode was rated 7.99 from 231 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E18

#7 - Turn This Car Around (Season 1 - Episode 18)

Sara is a confident wine rep who sets her sights on Grayson; but is he strong enough to be her man? Meanwhile, when Ellie tells Jules she can't change past a certain age, Jules is determined to prove her wrong by giving up wine for a month; and Bobby's new dog poses some unwanted competition for Andy.

The episode was rated 8.03 from 211 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E23

#6 - Breakdown (Season 1 - Episode 23)

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Despite Grayson's warning, a curious Jules reads the speech without permission and is left crushed when she finds she's not been acknowledged. Meanwhile, Ellie uncharacteristically does something nice for Laurie, and Bobby tries to restrain himself from embarrassing Travis on his big day.

The episode was rated 8.04 from 213 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E22

#5 - Feel a Whole Lot Better (Season 1 - Episode 22)

Jules and Grayson consider the notion of FWB, friends with benefits. Meanwhile Andy hires a nanny for Ellie, and Travis benefits from Bobby's unconventional plans to make some extra cash

The episode was rated 8.04 from 212 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E11

#4 - Rhino Skin (Season 1 - Episode 11)

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Despite fearing the meanest and most unrelenting dermatologist in town, Dr. Amy Evans, Jules and Ellie are willing to endure the harsh ridicule and wrath for an appointment with the best in the business. But when Jules learns Dr. Evans is seeing Bobby, she's determined to stand up to her and protect him. Meanwhile, Travis gets a job working for Barb that turns out to be more than he bargained for.

The episode was rated 8.05 from 240 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E15

#3 - When a Kid Goes Bad (Season 1 - Episode 15)

Jules, not wanting to spend Valentine's Day alone, turns to Grayson to keep her company when everyone else makes plans. Meanwhile, Bobby and Jules take different sides when Travis asks to go to a party where they know he will be drinking; Ellie tries to prove she is the alpha dog, not Grayson; and Laurie meets Smith's father.

The episode was rated 8.05 from 230 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E21

#2 - Letting You Go (Season 1 - Episode 21)

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Jules has mixed feelings when Travis gets accepted to two of his choice colleges. Now he must decide between schools in California or one just 20 minutes from home. As Jules struggles with the thought of Travis moving away, Grayson is there for her. Meanwhile, Laurie considers her feelings for Smith when he returns from law school, and Andy longs for the freedom to do whatever he wants around the house, free of Ellie's rules.

The episode was rated 8.09 from 215 votes.

Cougar Town - S1E19

#1 - Everything Man (Season 1 - Episode 19)

Jules and Sara hit it off, but when Grayson is overly attentive to his new girl, Jules warns him to back off before Sara pulls away. Meanwhile, Jules' perfect new bathroom complete with a "talking toilet" becomes the main attraction in her home and Grayson finds inspiration for a new song with a little help from Sara.

The episode was rated 8.11 from 209 votes.

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