Grrl TV - Shows with Women in Mind

The premise of Swingtown is literally a throwback, to 1976 upper-class suburban America to be exact.

Created and executive-produced by Big Love and Rome director Mike Kelley, the Chicago-set show stars Shanna Collins and Jack Davenport as married couple and parents of two Laurie and Bruce Miller, Sr., the newest arrivals in a well-off community where married swingers Trina (Lana Parrilla) and Tom Decker (Grant Show) are living an AIDS-free lifestyle of wife swapping.

Miriam Shor and Josh Hopkins portray Janet and Roger Thompson, longtime friends of the Millers who represent the conservative, less experimentative opposite of the adventurous Deckers, while Shanna Collins and Aaron Christian Howles play the Millers’ two children, Laurie and B.J., respectively.

Season 1 [2008]

The Pilot (101)

As America celebrates the bicentennial, Susan and Bruce Miller move their family to an affluent Chicago suburb, where they are welcomed not only to the chic neighborhood, but the social and sexual revolution of the ’70s.

Original Air Date: June 5, 2008 | Review

Love Will Find A Way (102)

After a monumental day for Bruce on the trading floor, Susan, in company with the Deckers, makes a surprise appearance at the post-work celebration at the Chicago Playboy Club. Meanwhile, after entertaining her new neighbors, Janet discovers the importance of her friendship with Susan.

Original Air Date: June 12, 2008 | Preview | Review

Double Exposure (103)

Eager to repair their damaged friendship, Susan asks Janet for help planning a house-warming party, but Trina shakes up the event with a padded guest list and a twist on fondue dipping.

Original Air Date: June 19, 2008 | Preview

Cabin Fever (104)

When the Thompsons back out on the annual trip to the Millers’ two-bedroom cabin, Susan invites the Deckers. Just when the weekend is getting cozy, the foursome is surprised with a last-minute appearance by Janet and Roger.

Original Air Date: June 26, 2008 | Preview

Go Your Own Way (105)

Defying Bruce, Susan attends a free speech fundraiser at the Decker’s home to benefit the legal defense of the star of a controversial film.

Original Air Date: July 3, 2008 | Preview | Review

Friends with Benefits (106)

Tom is jealous when Trina and her high school sweetheart relive fond memories. Meanwhile, Susan attends the Ladies Auxiliary luncheon to help boost Bruce’s career, but Janet makes the lasting impression on the elite organization.

Original Air Date: July 10, 2008 | Preview

Heatwave (107)

With Chicago temperatures at a record high, Tom throws a spontaneous pool party without consulting Trina, who is bitter about his recent affair. Meanwhile, Roger turns to Susan for advice after losing his job, and Bruce gets cozy with his co-worker, Melinda (Rachelle Lefevre).

Original Air Date: July 17, 2008 | Preview

Puzzlerama (108)

Roger and Susan, Bruce and Melinda (Rachelle Lefevre), and Tom and Janet team up for Trina’s annual Puzzlerama party, where the neighborhood’s darkest secrets are the clues for the game.

Original Air Date: July 25, 2008 | Preview

Swingus Interruptus (109)

As Tom and Trina close their relationship, Bruce and Susan open a new door with Brad and Sylvia (Mark Valley and Erin Daniels), but are interrupted by Laurie and Doug Stephens (Michael Rady).

Original Air Date: August 1, 2008 | Preview | Review

Running on Empty (110)

Bruce insists on family time with a trip to the cabin, but Laurie finds her own means to keep plans with Doug. Meanwhile, Janet and Roger see a therapist.

Original Air Date: August 8, 2008 | Preview

Get Down Tonight (111)

Bruce and Susan enjoy a night of line dancing with Tom and Trina, and Janet starts a temp job with a local newspaper.

Original Air Date: August 15, 2008 | Preview

Surprise (112)

A surprise party for Janet sparks shocking revelations between the neighbors.

Original Air Date: August 29, 2008 | Preview | Review

Take It to the Limit (113)

During Trina and Tom’s annual end-of-the-summer clambake and key party, the neighborhood couples confront relationship-changing decisions.
[FIRST-SEASON FINALE]

Original Air Date: September 5, 2008