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Series · 2019 – 2021 · Comedy

Special

Living. Laughing. Limping.

★6.4 2019 – 2021 2 Seasons Ryan O'Connell TV-MA

A gay man with mild cerebral palsy decides to rewrite his identity as an accident victim and finally go after the life he wants.

Seasons & episodes

2 seasons · 16 episodes

Chapter One: Cerebral LOLzy

Episode 01

Chapter One: Cerebral LOLzy

Apr 12, 2019 · 14 min

In the wake of being hit by a car, Ryan begins a coveted internship and finds an opportunity to redefine himself based on his recent run-in.

Chapter Two: The Deep End

Episode 02

Chapter Two: The Deep End

Apr 12, 2019 · 15 min

Kim encourages a daunted Ryan to be more comfortable with his body at Olivia's pool party, where they both make some surprising new friends.

Chapter Three: Free Scones

Episode 03

Chapter Three: Free Scones

Apr 12, 2019 · 17 min

Karen reluctantly agrees to help Ryan find an apartment while Kim eagerly volunteers to help him check another big milestone off his list.

Chapter Four: Housechilling Party

Episode 04

Chapter Four: Housechilling Party

Apr 12, 2019 · 15 min

Ryan's underwhelming attempt at a housewarming party leads to a bonding session with Kim. Karen's nest doesn't stay empty for long.

Chapter Five: Vagina Momologues

Episode 05

Chapter Five: Vagina Momologues

Apr 12, 2019 · 12 min

Karen's shopping trip is cut short as she tends to pressing matters for her mother and Ryan, fueling frustrations with her role as dual-caregiver.

Chapter Six: Straight Potential

Episode 06

Chapter Six: Straight Potential

Apr 12, 2019 · 15 min

While Ryan attends a dudes' poker night, Karen lets loose with Phil at home, basking in her affection for him -- and for grilled cheese.

Chapter Seven: Blind Deaf Date

Episode 07

Chapter Seven: Blind Deaf Date

Apr 12, 2019 · 15 min

An unconventional blind date leads Ryan to examine his own biases and insecurities. Friction develops in Karen and Phil's burgeoning romance.

Chapter Eight: Gay Gardens

Episode 08

Chapter Eight: Gay Gardens

Apr 12, 2019 · 17 min

Conflicted by how he's being defined, Ryan decides to come clean at work and with his friends. But focusing on himself leaves Karen feeling left out.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 6.4 /10

based on 74 votes

Synopsis

A gay man with mild cerebral palsy decides to rewrite his identity as an accident victim and finally go after the life he wants.

Comedy

Cast

3 principal cast

Ryan O'Connell

Ryan O'Connell

Ryan Hayes

Punam Patel

Punam Patel

Kim Laghari

Jessica Hecht

Jessica Hecht

Karen Hayes

Where to watch Special

Special is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The comedy from Ryan O'Connell has 2 seasons and 16 total episodes, rated 6.4/10 by 74 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Special have?

Special has 2 seasons with 16 episodes in total.

Is Special still on the air?

Special has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Special?

Special airs on Netflix.

When did Special first air?

Special first aired on April 12, 2019.

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