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Season 1

  • S01E01 P-I-PILOT

    • September 21, 2016
    • ABC (US)

    Maya DiMeo moves her family to a new, upscale school district when she finds the perfect situation for her eldest son, JJ, who has cerebral palsy. While JJ and daughter Dylan are thrilled with the move, middle son Ray is frustrated by the family's tendencies to constantly move, since he feels his needs are second to JJ Soon, Maya realizes it is not the right situation for JJ and attempts to uproot the family again. But JJ connects with Kenneth, the school's groundskeeper, and asks him to step in as a his caregiver, and Ray manages to convince Maya to give the school another chance.

  • S01E02 N-E-NEW A-I-AIDE

    • September 28, 2016
    • ABC (US)

    Maya struggles as Kenneth takes over as JJ’s full-time aide. Loving his new freedom, JJ avoids attending a physical therapy appointment, and Maya automatically blames Kenneth, using any excuse to confirm her misgivings and moves to fire him. Meanwhile, Jimmy struggles to teach Dylan the family way to not be so neighborly.

  • S01E03 B-O-N–BONFIRE

    • October 5, 2016
    • ABC (US)

    While JJ finds success at school with a group of friends, Maya forces the cancellation of the homecoming bonfire, concerned that the beach location is not wheelchair accessible. Soon, the students speak out against JJ. But when Maya realizes she was wrong, the two stage a fake prank to encourage his classmates to have a change of heart. Meanwhile, Jimmy helps Ray settle into the new home.

  • S01E04 I-N-S– INSPIRATIONS

    • October 12, 2016
    • ABC (US)

    Exploring the city on their own, JJ and Kenneth realize strangers look at them as inspirational. The two push their luck, receiving free food and baseball game admissions. Kenneth lets this get to his head, goes overboard, and things fall apart. Meanwhile, as the family can’t do anything without having to worry about wheelchair accessibility, Dylan and Ray convince Maya to take them paintballing. But can she let herself have fun without JJ?

  • S01E05 H-A-L-- HALLOWEEN

    • October 26, 2016
    • ABC (US)

    Jimmy is upset the kids no longer want to participate in the family tradition of dressing up for Halloween. Maya tries to cheer up Jimmy by allowing him to do things he loves by taking things off the family "Dead to Me" list. Meanwhile, Ray recruits Dylan to help work the school's haunted mansion while Kenneth is scared of losing his job when JJ gets drunk at a party.

  • S01E06 D-A-T-E-- DATE?

    • November 9, 2016
    • ABC (US)

    JJ develops on a new girl at school who must adapt to life in a wheelchair after injuring herself in gymnastics.

  • S01E07 T-H-A-- THANKSGIVING

    • November 16, 2016
    • ABC (US)

    The DiMeos are forced to celebrate Thanksgiving with Jimmy's brother and family.

  • S01E08 R-A-Y-C-- RAY-CATION

    • November 30, 2016
    • ABC (US)

    Maya enlists the family to assist JJ in romancing a girl at school, but it backfires when JJ expresses his feelings to Claire, and they are not reciprocated. Meanwhile, as the DiMeos are always late, Ray has the family practice to get to school in time for his upcoming weekend field trip.

  • S01E09 S-L-- SLED H-O-- HOCKEY

    • December 7, 2016
    • ABC (US)

    JJ instantly wants to join a sled hockey team made up entirely of people with disabilities, but Jimmy is not thrilled and thinks it’s dangerous. Meanwhile, Maya takes a CPR class with Kenneth, and she sees how popular he is and realizes that she needs to be nicer in order to keep him as JJ’s aide.

  • S01E10 C-H-O-CHOIR

    • December 14, 2016
    • ABC (US)

    Maya surprises everyone by embracing a newfound holiday spirit, but her view is put to the test when the family van is stolen along with all their holiday gifts. Ray joins the choir and gets a coveted solo. But when an attractive new teacher is hired, JJ decides to join his brother and takes Ray's solo.

  • S01E11 R-O--ROAD T-R--TRIP

    • January 4, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    The family goes on an annual impromptu family road trip, but Ray has something in store, which angers Maya when she finds out what it is. But Maya’s relentlessness proves to be helpful when she takes control of an emergency situation involving Ray’s appendix.

  • S01E12 H-E-R-- HERO

    • January 11, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    In order to get on the good side of their insurance agent to get everything JJ needs, the DiMeos have Dylan make a tough sacrifice at her track meet. Meanwhile, Ray wants to use his brother for inspiration while writing for an essay contest at school, but JJ rejects his plan. But when another student lies using the same plan, Ray and JJ team together to outdo the other student.

  • S01E13 S-I--SICK D-A--DAY

    • January 18, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    Dylan becomes Kenneth’s replacement for JJ when Kenneth also gets sick. Jimmy ends up doing well with Maya’s normal duties, but he tries to keep it from her to avoid her feeling bad. Meanwhile, JJ protects Dylan from a boy she’s interested in. And despite its illness, the family bands together and pulls an all-nighter to finish Ray’s school project.

  • S01E14 V-A-L-- VALENTINE'S D-A-- DAY

    • February 8, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    Maya gets help with Jimmy's Valentine's Day gift; Ray is excited about the prospect of having a secret admirer; J.J. distributes candy-grams.

  • S01E15 T-H-- THE C-L-- CLUB

    • February 15, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    J.J. argues with Kenneth about their time together; the family become members of a country club for a week.

  • S01E16 O-S--OSCAR P-A--PARTY

    • February 22, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    Maya feels threatened by the perceived perfection of one of the mom's at her annual Oscar party; Ray pretends to be someone he's not to impress a girl.

  • S01E17 S-U-R-- SURPRISE

    • March 8, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    Maya plans to throw a "surprise party" for Dylan, but Dylan would rather she didn't. Ray and JJ shop for a birthday present and have an adventure.

  • S01E18 D-I - DING

    • March 15, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    After leaving a note behind Maya’s back, Ray takes sides against the family when Maya dings a nearby car. Following through on a promise, Jimmy and Dylan share a moment, as father and daughter are on a search in the back room at the local supermarket while JJ teaches a rude customer a lesson, and a moonlighting Kenneth hides his side job from the DiMeos.

  • S01E19 C-H-- CHEATER!

    • April 5, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    Maya and Kenneth team up to hold JJ accountable after he cheats on an exam at school. Meanwhile, Jimmy bails Ray out of a get-rich-quick scheme, but also learns the reason behind his need for some fast cash.

  • S01E20 R-U-N-- RUNAWAY

    • April 26, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    When Maya learns JJ attempted to run away, she is determined to help him complete the task as any able-bodied person could. Meanwhile, Jimmy struggles to have hard talks with the kids without Maya, and Dylan tries to get Kenneth to revive his glory days as a high school sports star.

  • S01E21 P-R-PROM

    • May 3, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    It's prom night, and all three DiMeo kids are going, which leaves Maya and Jimmy with a rare night to themselves. Kenneth is shocked to learn that they like to spend their nights without the kids to bring up past arguments they have bottled up or ignored in the past. Later at school, Ray thinks he is finally about to have his first make-out session with a girl, but learns differently when she uses the "R" word. Meanwhile, a wary JJ bonds with someone who is sick of being the center of attention at school functions.

  • S01E22 M-A-- MAY-JAY

    • May 10, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    With the school year over, Maya is excited to spend the summer with JJ, but he and Kenneth have other plans. Meanwhile, Jimmy gets special treatment at the most unlikely of places, while Dylan's identity in the family is threatened.

  • S01E23 C-A-- CAMP

    • May 17, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    As the family readies for their flight to JJ's camp, Maya gets a surprise at the airport. Ray sees the summer as an opportunity to reinvent himself, while Jimmy and Dylan turn the trip to camp into a father/daughter bonding moment.

Season 2

  • S02E01 W-E– WE'RE B-A– BACK!

    • September 27, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    While JJ was at summer camp, Maya decided it’s time the family no longer use JJ’s disability as an excuse to let their lives fall through the cracks. Maya, Jimmy and Dylan make dramatic changes, but a smug Ray decides he will spend the summer watching his family likely failing at their attempts. When JJ comes home, Kenneth finds a love note in JJ’s luggage from Alexa (guest star Rose Crisman), a girl he met at camp, who wants to give JJ his first kiss. The family chucks their self-improvement projects and hits the road to find Alexa.

  • S02E02 F-I– FIRST S-E– SECOND F– FIRST DAY

    • October 4, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    When Maya encourages the parents of the new special needs kids at Lafayette High to demand full-time aides, the school administrators tell her anything the new students get will spell losses for her beloved JJ. Meanwhile, Dylan develops a hooky habit, unprepared as she is to return to the same school for a second year; JJ pushes Kenneth toward romance with his teacher; and Jimmy endeavors to enjoy a long-awaited uninterrupted shower

  • S02E03 J-J'S D-R–DREAM

    • October 11, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    Ray gets in over his head when he makes up a fake charity to impress his girlfriend; Maya gives Jimmy tips on being the boss; and Dylan demands Kenneth get out of her space.

  • S02E04 T-TR– TRAINING D-A– DAY

    • October 18, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    Jimmy takes JJ camping to give him “the talk,” Maya trains a ragtag group of new aides, and sparks fly between Dylan and Ray’s bully.

  • S02E05 N-I–NIGHTMARE ON D-I–DIMEO STREET

    • October 25, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    The DiMeo kids mistakenly eat old Halloween candy that causes feverish dreams of horror and wish fulfillment, and Kenneth agonizes over which era of Michael Jackson to dress as for Halloween.

  • S02E06 S-H–SHIPPING

    • November 1, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    JJ’s pressured to date a new student at school who also has cerebral palsy. Maya and Jimmy teach Ray and his girlfriend to think less. Dylan teams with Lafayette alumni to rebel against the school’s “no-prank” initiative.

  • S02E07 B-R-I– BRITISH I-N-V– INVASION

    • November 15, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    Maya’s mother, Andrea, comes for Thanksgiving, sending the family into a tailspin preparing to impress their established grandmother who they haven’t seen in years. Jimmy deals with getting older and what that means for his oddly impressive digestive system. Cedric dreads spending Thanksgiving with his overbearing father, the Colonel.

  • S02E08 B-I-- BIKINI U-N-- UNIVERSITY

    • November 29, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    JJ convinces his parents to take him on a college visit but hides an ulterior motive. As his plan unravels, JJ enlists the help of new friend Tyson (guest star, Nick Viall of ABC's "The Bachelor"), an actor who gives the performance of his life to keep JJ out of hot water. Meanwhile, Ray goes wild when he's left home alone for the first time.

  • S02E09 S-T-- STAR W-- WARS W-- WARS

    • December 6, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    Two tickets to the premiere of “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” promise a glorious night for JJ and Ray … until JJ’s pulled to the dark side by a pretty classmate who hopes to take Ray’s ticket. Back at home, Maya, Jimmy and Dylan enjoy a rare night at home without the boys. Meanwhile, Kenneth’s secret after-hours hangout at Lafayette is compromised when Dr. Miller discovers his late-night escapades.

  • S02E10 S-I--SILENT N-I-- NIGHT

    • December 13, 2017
    • ABC (US)

    After leveraging JJ in an attempt to land a family dog, Dylan takes a vow of silence to better understand what it is to be her brother. Ray brokers a meeting between his girlfriend’s mother, Melanie (guest star Sarah Chalke), and Maya, only to realize they have a history. Jimmy drives Kenneth crazy by gaming a supermarket giveaway to score free Christmas turkeys.

  • S02E11 N-E-- NEW Y-- YEAR'S E-- EVE

    • January 3, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Jimmy convinces Maya to go on a much-needed night out together where they drink through Maya's urge to rush home to the kids. Back at the house, Ray and Kenneth avoid being alone with their dates, while JJ, sidelined by a broken wheelchair, ends up getting more excitement than he expected. Meanwhile, Dylan spends her night trying to win the affection of the new family dog.

  • S02E12 THE H-U-S-- HUSTLE

    • January 10, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Maya and Jimmy get pulled into a school fundraiser where Maya makes a new friend and Jimmy discovers the benefits of being tall. Ray, tired of being the responsible sibling, explores his reckless side with JJ and Dylan; and Kenneth tries to win over a crowd with his DJ skills.

  • S02E13 D-I-- DIMEO A-C-- ACADEMY

    • January 17, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    After a dust-up with Lafayette High, Maya runs to JJ’s rescue and launches her own school out of the DiMeo home. Her program becomes a true DiMeo affair when Ray and Dylan enroll and Jimmy joins the faculty. Meanwhile, Kenneth sets out to prove to his ex-wife that he’s living a successful life.

  • S02E14 E-I- EIGHTEEN

    • February 28, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    JJ struggles with not being treated like an adult on his 18th birthday. He storms out of his own party but soon learns a valuable lesson from Kenneth. Meanwhile, an exchange student moves in with Taylor, so Ray tries to make Taylor jealous with some of his father's old moves but the plan backfires. And Dylan is recruited to be on the school's wrestling team.

  • S02E15 U-N-- UNFORGETTABLE P-A-- PAIN

    • March 7, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Ray is miserable after breaking up with Taylor. When Maya cheers him up with a day out, Ray has a plan of his own. Meanwhile, JJ is nervous about his first friend date with Aaron, so Dylan offers to make sure everything goes smoothly; however, it’s everything but smooth. And Kenneth teaches Jimmy how to be the one in charge at home.

  • S02E16 ONE A-N– ANGRY M– MAYA

    • March 14, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Maya has jury duty, which is like a vacation for her until she learns Taylor’s mom, Melanie (guest star Sarah Chalke returns), is also there. Meanwhile, JJ lies about his disabilities on an online dating site after a few bad dates; and Ray is upset Jimmy and Dylan spend too much together.

  • S02E17 A-C- ACTION

    • March 14, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    JJ’s thrilled when he is chosen by his classmates to film his horror movie project, but soon the pressure of directing gets to him. Meanwhile, Dylan’s class project reveals a family secret; and Jimmy’s suggestions for the neighbor’s house construction project backfires for the DiMeos.

  • S02E18 N-O– NOMINEE

    • March 21, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    JJ travels to a film festival where he’s been nominated for an award but is upset when he learns the real reason he’s being honored. Jimmy stays home and struggles to protect Dylan from the truth about an impending eviction. And Ray takes an unlikely and painful route to basketball stardom in hopes of winning back Taylor,

Season 3

  • S03E01 L-O-N-- LONDON (1)

    • October 5, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The DiMeos cross the pond so Maya can ask her estranged father, the challenging Martin, for a loan to save their house. Meanwhile, Jimmy puts on his “fun dad” hat to ensure JJ has a great trip, Ray digs deep to summon Californian vibes to endear himself to British girls, and Kenneth reveals a love for all things royal.

  • S03E02 L-O-N-- LONDON (2)

    • October 12, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Maya must choose between asking her father for money to save their house and a lasting relationship with him. Ray strives to bond with his new British family, only to discover Dylan’s the one with a surprising connection. Meanwhile, JJ shows Kenneth a good time off-the-clock, and Jimmy inadvertently finds love.

  • S03E03 I-N-- INTO THE W-O-- WOODS

    • October 19, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Maya’s Halloween becomes truly terrifying when JJ attends a rave in the woods. Ray joins Dylan’s Halloween heist determined to prove he’s more than a do-gooder. Meanwhile, Jimmy and Kenneth turn the DiMeo home into the neighborhood’s haunted house.

  • S03E04 N-E-- NEW JJ

    • November 2, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Seeking a new outlet for her superpowers as JJ prepares for college, Maya sets her sights on a receptive Ray. JJ gets involved in a (too) high stakes poker game, while Dylan discovers what really happens after her bedtime.

  • S03E05 S-T-- STAGE MOM

    • November 9, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Seeing the kids believe she exists to solely serve at their pleasure, Maya takes the stage to prove she has so much more to offer. Kenneth finds JJ a job, and JJ finds an unlikely rival. Ray goes undercover informing parents on his classmates’ social lives and gets in too deep.

  • S03E06 C-E-- CELEBRITY S-U-- SUITE

    • November 16, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    When the DiMeos land in the hospital on Thanksgiving, Maya’s determination to save the holiday leads to an uneasy truce with her rival, Melanie Hertzal; and Jimmy gets jealous when Kenneth bonds with his brother, Billy. Meanwhile, wounds from an old breakup are re-opened, but Ray finds brand-new love in an unlikely place

  • S03E07 F-O-- FOLLOW T-H-R-- THROUGH

    • December 7, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The DiMeos realize they have great intentions but lack follow-through when it comes to … everything. Vowing to change, Ray and Dylan take on government bureaucracy; Kenneth helps JJ prepare for college; and Maya tries to reconnect with Jimmy.

  • S03E08 J-I-- JINGLE T-H-- THON

    • December 14, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    A Christmas tree fire leads Maya to tell a small lie with big consequences. Meanwhile, Ray struggles to live in Pepper’s shadow as Dylan twists the knife, and JJ encourages Kenneth to stand up to his sisters.

  • S03E09 J-A-- JAVIER'S P-A-- PANTS

    • January 4, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Maya lends a helping hand to frenemy Melanie and finds her life taking a surprising turn. Dylan joins the Lafayette basketball team, where her lousy sportsmanship gets results. Jimmy makes up for lost father-son time with Ray.

  • S03E10 R-O-- ROLL M-O-- MODEL

    • January 11, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    JJ challenges Maya’s mentoring tactics when she takes a father and his young son with special needs under her wing. Dylan and Ray attend a teen support group for all the wrong reasons. Meanwhile, Jimmy’s gorgeous new TV sets him on a journey for self-betterment.

  • S03E11 H-- HEY, YOU

    • January 18, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Maya is less than thrilled when Kenneth interferes with her business plans with Melanie. Ray begs JJ to cast him opposite his new crush, Izzy, in his next movie, which has unexpected consequences. Meanwhile, Dylan is impressed with Jimmy’s band.

  • S03E12 O-- OUR M-A-G--MAGEDDON

    • January 25, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Dylan is horrified to realize people see her as a mini version of Maya, and makes a point to exert her individuality. JJ and Ray each cope with their feelings for shared crush, Izzy. Meanwhile, Kenneth turns to an unwilling Jimmy for help with Joyce.

  • S03E13 F-A--FASHION 4 A--ALL

    • February 1, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Maya and Melanie take their promising new fashion line to the 2019 Abilities Expo, only to walk into a room full of familiar and unfriendly faces. Ray accompanies JJ on an overnight college visit. Meanwhile, Dylan’s test scores lead her first to Mr. Powers’ office hours, then to a journey within.

  • S03E14 J-I-- JIMMY V-A-L--VALENTINE

    • February 15, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    JJ’s love-match with Izzy becomes a cage match with Kenneth. Maya and Jimmy dismiss Valentine’s Day as a holiday for suckers until they find a way to profit from it. Unable to find a date to a prepaid romantic night out, Ray brings Dylan.

  • S03E15 G-A-- GAME N-I-- NIGHT

    • February 22, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    When Maya insists that it’s time to meet Izzy, a reluctant JJ arranges a game night for his family and new girlfriend. Ray tries to help on the big night, but his attention to detail puts a major crimp in JJ’s evening. Meanwhile, Dylan and Kenneth let their appetites get the better of them.

  • S03E16 W-H-- WHEELCHAIR P-L-- PLANET

    • March 1, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    The DiMeos come together to help JJ shoot a last-minute film for his college application, working against the clock and Maya’s own best interests. Jimmy makes an embarrassing gaffe with JJ’s beloved, and Kenneth and Ray scramble to suppress embarrassing secrets.

  • S03E17 S-P-- SPECIAL B-- BOY T-I-- TIME

    • March 8, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Ray’s attempt to manipulate Maya over an unfulfilled promise of mother-son time backfires when she calls his bluff. JJ tries a new aide after he and Kenneth agree to spend a day apart. Meanwhile, Jimmy’s unsure how to handle Dylan’s teen angst when she invites a boy over.

  • S03E18 S-E-- SEOUL B-R-- BROTHERS

    • March 15, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    JJ struggles with spending his new social security benefits strictly on boring stuff. Kenneth uncovers a secret that upsets the status quo in Maya and Jimmy’s relationship. Meanwhile, Ray’s run-in with an old love threatens his chances at a Quiz Bowl championship.

  • S03E19 P-R-O-M-P--PROMPOSAL

    • March 22, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Outraged that JJ's girlfriend, Izzy, declines his invitation to prom, Dylan and Ray swing for the fences with a bold plan to make her jealous. Jimmy, Kenneth and Melanie coach Maya through accepting criticism for the good of her company, and one of the DiMeos takes a big step into a new life.

  • S03E20 ON THE R-O-- ROAD A-G-- AGAIN

    • March 29, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    The DiMeos set out for one last “JJ Adventure” before he heads to college, but things get bumpy when the family takes an ill-advised shortcut. Maya and Kenneth’s relationship is tested when they disagree over who knows JJ’s needs best. Meanwhile, Jimmy, JJ and Dylan find fun they shouldn’t be having, and Ray tests his wilderness mettle.

  • S03E21 THE S-T-A– STAIRCASE

    • April 5, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    When JJ’s attempts to make a good impression on Izzy’s parents fail, he changes course to make a bad one instead. Maya is jealous when Melanie is the recipient of a public display of mom-love. Meanwhile, Kenneth leans on Jimmy for support after a tour of his alma mater reveals a few surprises.

  • S03E22 U-N-R– UNREALISTIC

    • April 12, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Maya braces for JJ’s high school graduation and departure for college, but tough news from NYU changes everything. Dylan teaches Jimmy a “Dad lesson” as he gets ready for a big job interview. Kenneth pressures JJ to prepare for a grand finale to their time together, and Ray uses his class trip to Catalina to examine his bad luck in love.