The Bold Type: Season 1

2017

Created by Sarah Watson
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10 episodes
Drama

A glimpse into the outrageous lives of Jane, Kat and Sutton, who are working at the nation's top women's magazine,... More

A glimpse into the outrageous lives of Jane, Kat and Sutton, who are working at the nation's top women's magazine, Scarlet, while navigating their careers, identities and individual voices.

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Where to watch The Bold Type: Season 1

The Bold Type: Season 1 is available to stream in... More New Zealand now on Prime Video and TVNZ+.

The Bold Type: Season 1 episodes

Pilot

Newly promoted writer Jane is unsettled when Jacqueline assigns her... More a big story – writing about why her ex broke up with her. Kat chases a story about outspoken photographer Adena, but is confused by her strong connection to the woman. Meanwhile, Sutton tries not to feel left behind by her best friends as she still toils in the assistant ranks. But she shocks them when they uncover a major secret Sutton has been keeping – her scandalous affair with lusted-after Scarlet magazine lawyer Richard.

O Hell No

Kat finds herself questioning her identity as she continues to... More spend time with Adena. Jane is horrified when she is tasked with writing Scarlet’s sex column – especially when her story turns intensely personal. And Sutton is given an opportunity to advance at Scarlet, but questions if it’s what she really wants to be doing with her life.

The Woman Behind the Clothes

Kat finds herself the victim of internet trolling when she... More stands up for gender inequality. Sutton thinks she may have found her dream job but worries she doesn’t have what it takes to make it work. And Jane pursues a story about a congresswoman but tries to find a different angle to make her voice heard.

If You Can't Do It With Feeling

Sutton is flustered when someone at Scarlet has the wrong... More impression of her professional background. Jane is determined to prove she can have a friends with benefits relationship without feelings getting in the way. And Kat and Adena continue growing closer.

No Feminism in the Champagne Room

Jane is stunned when the subject of her latest article,... More a woman who left a finance job to become an exotic dancer, threatens to sue Scarlet – and Jane. Sutton is excited when she thinks she’s making a step forward in her career. Kat questions whether she is ready for a real relationship with anyone, especially in light of recent events with Adena.

The Breast Issue

In promoting Scarlet’s breast health awareness campaign, Kat tries to... More be bold with her message, but is left wondering whether her competitive nature is hurting her cause. Jane confronts past issues and current anxieties when she is tasked with writing a controversial piece about BRCA gene testing. Sutton is determined to excel at her tasks at hand, but when things fall apart, it’s Alex who rushes to her rescue.

Three Girls in a Tub

Richard is determined to get to know Sutton’s friends outside... More of the office and invites the girls to dinner, but things don’t quite go as planned. Sutton attempts to network with a new social circle by attending a high tea. While on a date with someone else, Jane comes to a realization about Pinstripe; and Jacqueline is forced to intervene when Kat’s new staffer keeps damaging Scarlet’s social media presence.

The End of the Beginning

As rumors of layoffs at Scarlet sweep through the office... More leaving everyone unsettled, Jane learns of a potential opportunity at a rival publication. Sutton is given a big opportunity when a coworker buckles under pressure. Kat is tasked with organizing a “Readers Night” for Scarlet, but is distracted by thoughts of Adena – leading to a big decision. And Jane talks Sutton and Kat into joining her on a dating app.

Before Tequilla Sunrise

Jane, Sutton, Alex, Pinstripe and Jacqueline are all trapped in... More the Scarlet offices due to a massive traffic jam. Forced to spend time together, Jane reexamines her feelings for Pinstripe. Sutton makes a surprising move. And when she learns Adena is leaving New York, Kat makes an impulsive decision.

Carry the Weight

Jane gets an eye-opening experience when she is tasked with... More writing a piece about a performance artist/activist who is speaking out about sexual assault. Kat is distracted by thoughts of Adena while trying to throw a memorable NY Fashion Week party for Scarlet; and Sutton gets into an awkward situation with Richard.

The Bold Type: Season 1 | Ratings & Reviews

93_%30 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes® rating
88_%42 reviews
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"The three women have a certain chemistry, making for a frothy, if idealized, look at life at a big-city magazine."

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A.V. Club

"The charm of The Bold Type is in the way it illustrates the role that these magazines play in the modern woman's life, for better or worse."

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Salon

"If Game of Thrones is your favorite TV show, The Bold Type probably won't be for you. But if, like me, you grew up loving Dawson's Creek, Gilmore Girls or The O.C., you'll want a subscription to The Bold Type."

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Paste

"It's tough to make it through an episode -- or, as I did, the first four -- without finding yourself strangely and startlingly invested in the series and its charming cast."

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Vanity Fair

"If The Bold Type keeps finding ways to make its characters, their friendships, and their aspirations as much compelling fun as the first couple of episodes have, it'll make for one of the more satisfying rom-coms out there, TV show or no."

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Vox

"As shiny and sumptuous as The Bold Type is, it respects journalism as work, in a way that more outwardly "serious" narratives about the profession sometimes don't."

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Vulture

"I'm not asking for Loachian realism, but show me these women in tracky bottoms weeping over their stiletto-induced bunions and The Bold Type could count on my subscription."

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The Guardian

"Despite this shiny veneer, The Bold Type channels its inner Teen Vogue by weaving in weighty stories about self-expression, politics, equality, sexuality, religion and freedom."

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