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Exuberant dreamer Ben Fox returns to his hometown and reunites with his younger sister Kate, an overly responsible single mom raising her five-year-old daughter, Maddie. But when he arrives, he finds a sad state of affairs. For the first time in their lives, Kate needs Ben's help, and he's determined to bring some much-needed chaos into her stable world.
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- 01
The Fox HuntBen and Kate discover an unopened envelope from 15 years ago that contains the yearly scavenger hunt their dad used to organize for them when they were kids. The find prompts them to complete the unfinished hunt, but raises old issues of sibling rivalry. Meanwhile, the scavenger hunt takes an unexpected detour for Kate when BJ enlists her to help get belongings back from an old fling. - 02
21st BirthdayWhen Ben decides to throw a birthday party for Kate against her wishes, her frustration soon turns into excitement when she realizes that Ben invited Molly, Kate's wild friend from high school, to her party. Meanwhile, Ben finds out that Darcy, the only woman he truly cared for, is moving into what used to be his and Darcy's dream home with her new husband, and Tommy comes clean to Kate about why he hates Molly. - 03
Emergency KitNow that Ben is living with Kate and Maddie, Kate wants Ben to be more responsible and prepared for potential emergencies, where Maddie is concerned. Of course, Ben thinks there isn't a plan for everything. Meanwhile, Ben's crazy ex-girlfriend Louise makes a surprise visit and BJ might actually be developing real feelings for her boss, bar owner Buddy.
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Season01
- S01E01
PilotSeptember 25, 2012When Ben Fox discovers that his ex-girlfriend, Darcy, is getting married, he sets out to crash the wedding. Meanwhile, Kate gets advice from - S01E02
Bad Cop/Bad CopOctober 2, 2012Ben finishes settling in Kate's home. Meanwhile, Kate lies about her residence to get Maddie into a better school district, but when her pla - S01E03Season's bestThe Fox HuntOctober 9, 2012Ben and Kate discover an unopened envelope from 15 years ago that contains the yearly scavenger hunt their dad used to organize for them whe
- S01E0421st BirthdayOctober 16, 2012When Ben decides to throw a birthday party for Kate against her wishes, her frustration soon turns into excitement when she realizes that Be
- S01E05Emergency KitOctober 23, 2012Now that Ben is living with Kate and Maddie, Kate wants Ben to be more responsible and prepared for potential emergencies, where Maddie is c
- S01E06
Scaredy KateOctober 30, 2012Kate gets invited to her hot neighbor's Halloween party, so BJ tries to help Kate break free and be someone completely out-of-character for - S01E07
Career DayNovember 13, 2012With Career Day at Maddie's school coming up, Ben wants to find an actual job so he can make his niece proud. Meanwhile, Kate starts to deve - S01E08
ReunionNovember 20, 2012When a high school reunion is held on the eve of Thanksgiving, Will (guest star Geoff Stults) encourages Kate to attend and stand up to the - S01E09
Guitar FaceNovember 27, 2012When Kate sees the face that Will makes while playing guitar during his cover band's performance, she gets turned off and unable to take him - S01E10
The TripDecember 4, 2012Although Ben, BJ and Tommy disapprove, Kate and Will take their relationship to the next level when they go on a romantic camping trip toget - S01E11
B-SquadJanuary 8, 2013When Maddie fails the test to get into the gifted program at her school, she becomes part of "The B-Squad." Kate, who blames herself for Mad - S01E12
Girl ProblemsJanuary 15, 2013Tommy finally brings around his new girlfriend, Lila, to meet the gang. But when Kate suggests the two women get to know each other, things - S01E13
Bake OffJanuary 22, 2013Ben continues to expand his "Rail Mall" idea with his new business partner, Vera, but when she brings in more associates to help expand thei - S01E14
Gone Fishin'When Ben and Kate's father, Randy, pays an unexpected visit, chaos ensues. Kate starts asking big questions about herself and her life traje - S01E15
Father-Daughter DanceThe siblings' dad Randy closes a business deal with Kate's help, leaving Ben feeling sidelined. Ben tries to upstage Kate by volunteering to - S01E16
Ethics 101Kate returns to college, determined to focus on her studies instead of boys this time around. Ben is excited to celebrate his two-month anni
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