The essential episodes of Betty
Watch these 12 in order and you've got Betty — each pick states its reason.
- 01
When Janay and Kirt attempt to throw an all-girls skate session, an unexpected visitor cuts the festivities short, chaos ensues and there's also a van.
- 02
Zen and the Art of Skateboarding
Donald's unauthorized shadiness finds Janay reeling while Kirt, Indigo, and Honeybear deal with the territorial skater boys. Camille and Bambi hang under awkward circumstances.
- 03
Why do rich girls want broke girl problems? When will Honeybear stop dodging her crush? And Janay - are you sure this is how you want to spend your birthday?
- 04
It may not be this simple, but... just do the right thing, Janay. Check yourself, Kirt. And speaking of checks, Tovah, what's up?
- 05
Kirt turns to "alternative" medicine to heal her friendships while the rest of the crew struggles with relationship issues of their own. Exactly how desperate for cash are you, Indigo?
- 06
Betties, assemble – it's time for another all-girls skate sesh.
- 07
Kirt’s (probably) on a quest. Indigo’s grocery gig isn’t cutting it. Honeybear and Ash are all in. Camille’s got flow. Winterbowl’s a bust, and Janay’s not here for the new guy.
- 08
While Janay leads the search for a new winter skate spot, Kirt holds court, Indigo plays the game, and Camille has sponsorship struggles. We see you, Honeybear!
- 09
Sugar We're Going Down, Swinging
Kirt gains some notoriety. In exchange for a favor, Indigo helps Camille take photos. Honeybear expands her horizons. A neighbor pops into the new skate spot, while Janay struggles to keep the boys in check. You got her back, Sylvester?
- 10
Kirt enlists Shelby on a mission. Honeybear and Camille have second thoughts. Indigo looks to make a buck by any means. Janay and Sylvester are kind of a thing?
- 11
Everyone’s in their feelings at the squat Halloween party. Camille tries to make amends, Honeybear acts out, Janay’s tired of taking it slow, and Indigo’s not having any of it. Come on now, Kirt – practice what you preach!
- 12
Confessions. Breakthroughs. New beginnings. The party’s over, and it’s time to come home.
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