SPEECHLESS

Season 2, Episode 14 – Speechless returns with an engaging episode in which the young ones each go through their own growing pains.

Season 2, Episode 13 – A more somber episode than normal delves into deeper themes on JJ’s independence, and the result may not be as laugh-out-loud funny, but it’s a necessary deviation.

Season 2, Episode 12 – A fresh new episode brings in some needed new dynamics, funnier-than-average quips, and a startling discovery that will change the game for JJ.

Season 2, Episode 11 – In the first episode of the new year, the DiMeos don’t seem to have made many resolutions, but the new family dog adds some excitement to everyone’s New Year.

Season 2, Episode 10 – Heartwarming, awkward, and festive all at once, the holiday-themed episode of Speechless again hammered home the importance of family while rarely stooping to cliches.

Season 2, Episode 9 – This week’s episode cantered along at a slightly-too-leisurely pace, relied too much on Star Wars gimmicks and old subplot fare, and featured only a few chuckle-worthy moments.

Season 2, Episode 8 – In a raunchier-than-normal episode, J.J.’s insecurities as a person with disabilities are addressed thoughtfully, but not before the typical series of hijinks.

Season 2, Episode 7 – A Thanksgiving-themed episode trips gleefully through a common story of family dysfunction, while several guest stars make the laugh-fe(a)st even bigger.

Season 2, Episode 6 – This week’s chapter of “Speechless” focused on typical dynamics but created an elegant buildup to a uniquely tender moment ruminating on the power of memory.

Season 2, Episode 5 – This week, the DiMeo’s adventures are one part spooky and one part laugh-out-loud hilarious to observe.

Season 2, Episode 4 – There are many wonderful aspects about “Speechless,” but its warm, generous heart at the core of every episode may take the cake.

Season 2, Episode 3 – This week’s episode of “Speechless” is just as crisp, clever, and heartwarming as always, and its neat formula came in a particularly perfect dose this week.

Season 2, Episode 2 – The second episode of the second season highlights the series’ ability to combine humor and compassion, while addressing the needs of a forever marginalized population.

Season 2, Episode 1 – The revolutionary hit sitcom returns with trademark wit, quick pacing, and palatable wholesomeness in Season 2 premiere.

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Season 1, Episode 23 – J.J. heads to summer camp in the season finale of Speechless, but not before acting out against the family in an effort to hide his nervousness. His relationship issues with Maya comes to another head, showing the strength of writing and acting in a series worthy of high praise.

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Season 1, Episode 22 – With one episode to go before its first season ends, Speechless hits all the right notes and finds its characters comfortable in a dynamic episode. J.J. puts himself at risk while Ray and Dylan compete for running glory.

Season 1, Episode 21 – In arguably a necessary episode, Speechless confronts a loaded word, putting Ray in a tough spot as he and J.J. celebrate prom night. All this while we finally get some closure on Kenneth’s status in the family dynamic.

Season 1, Episode 20 – When Maya finds out J.J. ran away from home, she puts the running away in her own hands, justifying J.J.’s anger in an impressive episode of Speechless. With a few episodes before the first season ends, it’s obvious this is a series wanting to say serious things about independence and respect.

Season 1, Episode 19 – It started like yet another bad episode of Speechless – obvious setups, poorly drawn characters, and of all things, Ray involved in a pyramid scheme – but a change in tone regarding J.J.’s future brings a needed dose of reality to the series.

Season 1, Episode 18 – Yikes. Speechless goes to the grocery store, and the result is the worst episode of the season. Ray and Maya dispute about a car dent, Dylan and Jimmy steal soda, and J.J. is a human roadblock for a bad guy. Oh, and you won’t believe how Kenneth is shoehorned into this.

Season 1, Episode 17 – It’s Dylan’s birthday, which means Maya is ready to surprise her with a huge party. Meanwhile Ray loses J.J. out in public, and Jimmy and Kenneth fight about barbecue. Like other weak Speechless episodes, this one jumps through a few too many hoops.

Season 1, Episode 16 – It’s Oscar night at the DiMeo house, which is bad news for Speechless. Too many plots, too many poorly drawn characters and a lack of clever storytelling makes for a cringe-worthy episode of an otherwise good show.

Season 1, Episode 15 – It’s a welcome return to form for Speechless, with fine chemistry and character development. Ray finds a home at a country club, while J.J. and Kenneth have a fight about the aide’s free time.

Season 1, Episode 14 – After a couple weeks off, Speechless comes back with an cute but ineffective episode about Valentine’s Day that tries to pack in too much. J.J. eats too much candy, Ray gets his heart broken, and Maya and Jimmy attempt to re-heat their marriage.

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Season 1, Episode 13 – Nearly everyone comes down with a bad cold in Speechless, which slows everything down for the DiMeo family. But everyone tries to do their part, from Jimmy taking over Maya’s mom duties, to Dylan reading J.J.’s board for an ailing Kenneth. Some of it works, some of it doesn’t, but the result is a terrific episode.

Season 1, Episode 12 – J.J. is back in the spotlight this week on Speechless, becoming a hero to some high school kid, but Ray has trouble accepting that his own brother could be an inspiration. Maya and Jimmy have trouble securing a good wheelchair for their son, so they take it to the track – in more ways than one.

Season 1, Episode 11 – The first half of Speechless tells a tale of a family vacation gone boring, and of characters gone cartoonish. Then the act break happened. This week the DiMeos go all in for a member of the family who suffers a terrible fate, and Kenneth finds his place in the sun.