Sweetbitter

Synopsis

Shortly after arriving in New York City, 22-year-old Tess lands a job at a celebrated downtown restaurant. Swiftly introduced to the world of drugs, alcohol, love, lust, dive bars, and fine dining, she learns to navigate the chaotically alluring, yet punishing life she has stumbled upon.

First Air Date: 2018-05-06

Last Air Date: 2019-08-18

Number of Seasons: 2

Number of Episodes: 14

Created By: Stephanie Danler

Networks: STARZ

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Top Cast

Ella Purnell as Tess
Tom Sturridge as Jake
Evan Jonigkeit as Will
Eden Epstein as Ariel “Ari”
Jasmine Mathews as Heather
Daniyar as Sasha
Paul Sparks as Howard
Jimmie Saito as Scott
Caitlin FitzGerald as Simone
Todd Gearhart as Nicky

Seasons

Season 1 (2018)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Salt (2018-05-06)

22-year-old Tess moves to New York City, without friends or a specific ambition. After an interview at one of the best restaurants, she's invited to train. She attempts to keep up while observing her new coworkers.
Ep. 2: Now Your Tongue is Coded (2018-05-13)

When Tess forgets her wallet at the restaurant, she goes back to discover what happens after-hours: shift drinks. Simone teaches her about the coding of our tongues, leading Tess to become even more enthralled by Simone.
Ep. 3: Everyone Is Soigné (2018-05-20)

Tess meets Serena, an alumna of the restaurant who married one of their wealthiest guests. Serena and Simone were best friends. To Tess, Serena has the perfect life. Simone teaches Tess not to believe everything she sees.
Ep. 4: Simone's (2018-05-27)

Tess has a day off and decides to go to Simone's apartment unannounced; after Simone invites Tess into her world, her abrupt expulsion leaves Tess lonelier than ever.
Ep. 5: Weird Night (2018-06-03)

Tess arrives at the restaurant in high spirits, but soon realizes this is a night where everything will go wrong. Tess and Sasha embark on a drug-fueled night of adventure to burn off stress until the night takes a turn.
Ep. 6: It's Mine (2018-06-10)

After partying until sunrise, Tess is not in an ideal state for her exam; the day’s events make her question if it is really worth it.