Smash (Season 1)

Pilot (Episode 1)

Air date: 2012-02-06

Runtime: 45 min

Overview: As the concept of "Marilyn the Musical" begins to take shape, two very different actresses are dying for a chance at the lead.

The Callback (Episode 2)

Writer: Theresa Rebeck

Air date: 2012-02-13

Runtime: 45 min

Overview: The final decision is revealed after Ivy and Karen are brought back for a second callback.

Enter Mr. DiMaggio (Episode 3)

Writer: Theresa Rebeck

Air date: 2012-02-20

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: The search begins for a Joe DiMaggio to play opposite Marilyn - but everyone's first choice, Michael, has a secret.

The Cost of Art (Episode 4)

Writer: David Marshall Grant

Air date: 2012-02-27

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: Tensions between Karen and Ivy run high as workshop rehearsals begin; Derek throws a birthday party for an old friend.

Let's Be Bad (Episode 5)

Writer: Julie Rottenberg

Air date: 2012-03-05

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: Karen finds a new use for her acting talents as she joins Dev at a high-powered government party. Meanwhile, the drama between Michael and Julia heats up.

Chemistry (Episode 6)

Writer: Jacquelyn Reingold

Air date: 2012-03-12

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: Ivy faces major vocal issues, while Julia struggles to avoid Michael. Meanwhile, Karen books a side gig at a bar mitzvah.

The Workshop (Episode 7)

Writer: Jason Grote

Air date: 2012-03-19

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: Everything comes to a head as Eileen, Derek and the team present "Marilyn the Musical" to would-be investors.

The Coup (Episode 8)

Writer: Theresa Rebeck

Air date: 2012-03-26

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: Ivy remains in the dark about her fate, while Derek recruits Karen to help him steal the musical from Tom and Julia.

Hell On Earth (Episode 9)

Writer: Scott Burkhardt

Air date: 2012-04-02

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: The team begins their pursuit of a marquee star, as Eileen charges Tom and Julia with finding a title for the newly reinvigorated musical.

Understudy (Episode 10)

Writer: Jerome Hairston

Air date: 2012-04-09

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: The show has landed star Rebecca Duvall, but Eileen is thrown into a panic when Rebecca gets stuck in Cuba.

The Movie Star (Episode 11)

Writer: Julie Rottenberg

Air date: 2012-04-16

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: "Bombshell" is turned upside down by the arrival of movie star Rebecca Duvall.

Publicity (Episode 12)

Writer: Theresa Rebeck

Air date: 2012-04-23

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: Karen finds herself seduced by the glamorous life of new BFF Rebecca Duvall... but can Rebecca be trusted?

Tech (Episode 13)

Writer: Lakshmi Sundaram

Air date: 2012-04-30

Runtime: 43 min

Overview: "Bombshell" moves to Boston as it finally finds its way to the stage. Meanwhile, Karen reaches a turning point; she must choose between Dev and the show.

Previews (Episode 14)

Writer: David Marshall Grant

Air date: 2012-05-07

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: "Bombshell" faces its first audience just as a major crisis hits Rebecca Duvall.

Bombshell (Episode 15)

Writer: Theresa Rebeck

Air date: 2012-05-14

Runtime: 44 min

Overview: The big night is finally here. Tom and Julia race against time to save the show, while Derek makes a decision that will change the lives of Karen and Ivy forever.