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Detroiters
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Detroiters

Tue, Feb 7, 2017
  • Comedy
Series · Synopsis

Synopsis

Best friends and fledgling ad men Sam and Tim may not have the money, connections or talent that the big guys do, but they have ambition out the wazoo. Together, they’re out to build a local advertising empire and restore their home city of Detroit to its former glory in this new show from executive producers Lorne Michaels and Jason Sudeikis.

Where to watch

Streaming on

  • Netflix↗
  • Paramount Plus Premium↗
  • Paramount Plus Essential↗
  • Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel ↗
  • Paramount+ Amazon Channel↗
  • Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel↗
  • Netflix Standard with Ads↗
Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Sam Richardson
    Sam Richardson
    as Sam Duvet
  • Tim Robinson
    Tim Robinson
    as Tim Cramblin
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Episodes

2 seasons · 20 episodes

Ended · 20 aired
Season 1
10 episodes · 10 aired
▾
  • E1
    Pilot
    Aired · Wed, Feb 8, 2017 · 30m

    Best friends Sam and Tim work on an advertising pitch for Chrysler, but they run into problems with the company's vice president of marketing.

  • E2
    Hog Riders
    Aired · Wed, Feb 15, 2017 · 30m

    After a client inspires Tim and Sam to work less and live more, the guys buy a motorcycle instead of the production van they need then outsource their work to the building's overzealous (and underqualified) security guard, Ned.

  • E3
    Sam the Man
    Aired · Wed, Feb 22, 2017 · 30m

    Sam starts dating a local councilwoman who thinks he's a prostitute; Sam's new lifestyle inspires Tim and his wife to try role-playing.

  • E4
    Devereux Wigs
    Aired · Wed, Mar 1, 2017 · 30m

    Tim and Sam try to convince an old Motown legend to sing a jingle for a local wig company ad that they're producing; Tim has to come to terms with his own singing skills.

  • E5
    Happy Birthday Mr. Duvet
    Aired · Wed, Mar 8, 2017 · 30m

    Sam struggles to come up with a worthy speech to make at his father's 60th birthday party; Tim is elated that an off-duty clown is in attendance and presses him to perform.

  • E6
    3rd Floor
    Aired · Wed, Mar 15, 2017 · 30m

    A new tech company moves into Tim and Sam's building, disrupting their daily flow; Sam lies to Tim about his plans after developing a crush on one of the women from the new company.

  • E7
    Smilin' Jack
    Aired · Wed, Mar 22, 2017 · 30m

    After getting fired by a furniture store client, Tim and Sam try to make an ad for the store's main competitor, who struggles on camera.

  • E8
    Dream Cruise
    Aired · Wed, Mar 29, 2017 · 30m

    When their employees threaten to quit due to a lack of health insurance, Tim and Sam try to collect the money that they're owed from previous jobs. Guest starring Cecily Strong and Michael Che.

  • E9
    Husky Boys
    Aired · Wed, Apr 5, 2017 · 30m

    Tim's father, "Big Hank," unexpectedly returns from the insane asylum under suspicious circumstances. Tim and Sam struggle to create with a great tagline for a department store ad that caters to husky boys.

  • E10
    Quick Rick Mahorn in Dearborn
    Aired · Wed, Apr 12, 2017 · 30m

    Tim and Sam discover that the Chrysler executive they ran over has led a terrible life ever since. After appearing in one of the guys' ads, Pistons legend Rick Mahorn gets serious about acting. Guest starring Jason Sudeikis, Rick Mahorn and Richard Karn.

Season 2
10 episodes · 10 aired
▾
  • E1
    April in the D
    Aired · Fri, Jun 22, 2018 · 30m

    Cramblin Duvet hits a hot streak, and Sam and Tim help Sheila find a lawyer after she gets a DUI.

  • E2
    Jefferson Porger
    Aired · Fri, Jun 22, 2018 · 30m

    Tension builds between Sam and Tim after Sam acts in one of their commercials, and Sheila's relationship with Lea becomes strained after she makes an off-color joke.

  • E3
    Duvet Family Reunion
    Aired · Fri, Jun 29, 2018 · 30m

    Sam takes the reigns as grill master at the Duvet family reunion, and Tim considers whether he might be too hard on Sam's girlfriends.

  • E4
    Trevor
    Aired · Fri, Jul 6, 2018 · 30m

    Tim's mom convinces him to give his difficult brother a job at Cramblin Duvet, and Sam unexpectedly bonds with Chrissy.

  • E5
    Farmer Zack
    Aired · Fri, Jul 13, 2018 · 30m

    Sam re-records an old jingle he sang with his ex after it causes friction in his new relationship, and Tim finds out that he isn't well-liked on the internet.

  • E6
    Mort Crim
    Aired · Fri, Jul 20, 2018 · 30m

    The guys court legendary newscaster Mort Crim to be the celebrity spokesperson for one of their clients, and Ned ramps up security in the building.

  • E7
    Lois
    Aired · Fri, Jul 27, 2018 · 30m

    Sam starts acting blacker in a bid to impress his new girlfriend, Tim gets roped into spending time with a widower, and Chrissy has trouble hitting it off with a new coworker.

  • E8
    Hark Motors
    Aired · Fri, Aug 3, 2018 · 30m

    Sam and Tim decide to play dirty after Doner starts stealing their clients.

  • E9
    Little Caesars
    Aired · Fri, Aug 10, 2018 · 30m

    After a fortuitous accident at a fundraiser, Sam and Tim find themselves reeling in a big fish of a client: Little Caesars.

  • E10
    Royals
    Aired · Fri, Aug 17, 2018 · 30m

    The future of Cramblin Duvet is in jeopardy when Sam discovers that he might be a father.