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The Starter Wife

Series Overview

The events of one woman's life following her divorce after years of marriage to a Hollywood studio executive. Based on the best-selling novel by Gigi Levangie Grazer.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
USA Network
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2007 – 2007

Premiered: Thu, May 31, 2007

Created By
Sara Parriott
Josann McGibbon

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Jun 28, 2007

Season 1, Episode 6: “Hour 6”

Molly causes a fight with Joan after telling Pappy about her time in rehab. She then has to choose between Sam and Lou who both want a relationship with her. Meanwhile, the problems with the divorce force Molly to find the strength to take charge of her own life.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Sara Parriott, Josann McGibbon

Screenplay & Story

Gigi Levangie

Original Score & Music

Edward Shearmur

Director of Photography

Geoffrey Simpson

Film Editing

Robert Florio

Producers

Stephanie Davis, Jon Avnet, Sara Parriott, Josann McGibbon, Gigi Levangie

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Gigi Levangie

Department Leadership Roster

Marsha Oglesby

Producer

Tracey Gallacher

Production Design

Robert Florio

Editor

Geoffrey Simpson

Geoffrey Simpson

Director of Photography

Edward Shearmur

Edward Shearmur

Original Music Composer

Marion Boyce

Costume Design

Debra McGuire

Debra McGuire

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-14

TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-14

Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Starter Wife

Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.

What is The Starter Wife about?

The events of one woman's life following her divorce after years of marriage to a Hollywood studio executive. Based on the best-selling novel by Gigi Levangie Grazer.

How many seasons does The Starter Wife have?

The Starter Wife comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Starter Wife?

Key cast members in The Starter Wife include Debra Messing, Judy Davis, Chris Diamantopoulos, Miranda Otto, Peter Jacobson.

Who created or directed The Starter Wife?

The Starter Wife was developed and directed by Sara Parriott, Josann McGibbon.