Mike Molly - Season 1 Hot!

Love in the Time of Carbohydrates: Why Season 1 Was Better Than You Remember

When Mike & Molly premiered in 2010, it was easy to dismiss it as "that show about the fat people." The marketing was clumsy, the premise seemed reductive (two people meet at Overeaters Anonymous), and the cynics prepared their "here come the doughnut jokes" bingo cards.

2. First Date (Episode 3)

This is the season's emotional core. Mike tries to take Molly to a fancy steakhouse, but his anxiety causes him to overeat beforehand. When he admits his fear ("I was afraid you wouldn't like me if I was hungry"), Molly reveals she ate a whole pizza before the date. The two end up at a diner, laughing. It is the moment the show declares itself: We are not perfect, but we are perfect for each other. Mike Molly - Season 1

• Emmy Awards: Melissa McCarthy was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.
• Golden Globe Awards: Melissa McCarthy was nominated for Best Actress in a Television Series - Musical or Comedy.

• Streaming: Peacock, Hulu (with subscription), and sometimes Amazon Prime via Freevee.
• Purchase: Apple TV, Vudu, and Google Play offer the full season in HD.
• DVD: The "Mike & Molly: The Complete First Season" DVD set includes deleted scenes and a gag reel, which is worth the price for fans of the cast.

Mike & Molly - Season 1