Jump into the daily routines of a diverse group of New Yorkers and how they light things up. “The Guy” is a nameless pot deliveryman whose client base includes an eccentric group of characters with neuroses as diverse as the city.
Written by Sophie and last updated on nov 04, 2022.
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Oscar, a recent arrival from Puerto Rico, starts a construction job and develops a crush on a bodega worker. Sophia steps up when her family’s annual fireworks display hits a snag. The Guy and Lee attend a “Holidazzle” boat party, where they run into a familiar face.
The episode was rated 7.42 from 105 votes.
When a high-strung mother finds herself more involved in her college-aged daughter's life than her own, her husband turns to The Guy to get a prescription for her stress, not to mention their underwhelming sex life. After a routine delivery, The Guy's good deed helping out an elderly man turns into more than he bargained for.
The episode was rated 7.45 from 143 votes.
An industrious Brooklyn realtor endeavors to hustle her way to a new home. After winning an affordable-housing lottery, Candace and John face culture shock and notice a class divide when they move into their new apartment. The Guy considers his living situation.
The episode was rated 7.48 from 152 votes.
Abdullah, a potential partner, takes over the Guy's weed route while he attempts to take time off.
The episode was rated 7.49 from 153 votes.
A couple visiting their daughter in Bushwick embraces the urban surroundings while dealing with a less-than-ideal rental that comes with an unwelcome roommate. The Guy delivers to Brenna and Molly’s all-female, politically-minded meetup, where things get dramatic fast.
The episode was rated 7.49 from 165 votes.
The Guy tries to de-stress when he ends up in an uncomfortable situation. A freelance brand strategist struggling with her latest assignment embarks on a desperate search for a weed fix.
The episode was rated 7.60 from 151 votes.
While spending time away from the city in his RV, The Guy gets upsetting news, but makes an intriguing new connection. Cori, meanwhile, tries to adjust to a new reality without her friend.
The episode was rated 7.60 from 124 votes.
The Guy has a busier-than-usual day as New Yorkers react to world-changing news. The morning after a hookup, carefree hotel guests spend an indulgent day, unaware of what’s going on outside their door. With the world around him in disarray, a client’s roommate struggles to maintain his commitment to losing weight.
The episode was rated 7.61 from 180 votes.
The Guy, with new friend "Fomo" in tow, delivers to Matthew, a man looking for a connection who hires a new-to-the-business escort for the night. After bonding on set with a familiar face, intimacy coordinator Kym learns a surprising fact about her new love interest that threatens to derail their romance just as it's beginning.
The episode was rated 7.63 from 84 votes.
The Guy pays a visit to agoraphobic Patrick, a longtime customer. The Guy seeks solace from a customer after a rough night.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 286 votes.
Season finale. On the day of the eclipse, two couples head to the park and make new friends in the process. The Guy says some goodbyes and attempts to make a few life changes.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 126 votes.
Leonard, an acting teacher, contemplates moving back to New York. The Guy connects with old high-school friends Sarah and Brian, who are visiting the city under difficult circumstances.
The episode was rated 7.72 from 102 votes.
After his bike is stolen, regular customer Marty consults The Guy, whose suggestion sends him down a surprising path. Bored with her mundane life, Darby finds ways to unnerve and bewilder strangers.
The episode was rated 7.74 from 128 votes.
An ex-Hasidic man explores the world outside his sect as he connects with a writer who may have ulterior motives. A nightclub performer’s night out takes an unexpected turn. The Guy bonds with a driver when he finds himself in need of a lift.
The episode was rated 7.86 from 169 votes.
The Guy finds a lost canine. A new reporter at This American Life, Yara pitches a story about her parents' marriage and inadvertently strains her own relationship when her boyfriend Owen visits for their anniversary weekend. A singing telegram in a bad mood looks for some relief while crisscrossing the city on a crazed workday.
The episode was rated 7.91 from 99 votes.
