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"Follow your dream. Watch your back."
Celebrating the beauty and heartbreak of the Broadway theater, following a cross section of dreamers and schemers who all have one common desire - to be a "Smash."
Created By
Theresa Rebeck
Network
NBC
Episodes
32
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Peacock
1 country
Prime Video
1 country
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Broadway HD Amazon Channel
1 country
Pluto TV
FREE
1 country
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Overview
Smash has 2 seasons with 32 episodes spanning 2012-2013.
Katharine McPhee →
Year context
Smash first aired 14 years ago in 2012.
CAST (7)
SEASONS (2 seasons, 32 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Pilot
Song-writing duo Tom Levitt and Julia Houston, who had planned on taking a break from Broadway, find themselves drawn back in when they get the…
02
The Callback
Ivy and Karen jump through hoops for the brilliant but temperamental director Derek Wills as they pursue the role of a lifetime.
03
Enter Mr. DiMaggio
The search begins for a Joe DiMaggio to play opposite Marilyn - but everyone's first choice, Michael, has a secret.
04
The Cost of Art
Karen must learn to advance in the high-stakes world of Broadway, as Derek hosts a party for hot young star Lyle. Eileen tries a sly…
05
Let's Be Bad
Karen finds a new use for her acting talents as she joins Dev at a high-powered government party. The drama between Michael and Julia heats…
06
Chemistry
Ivy faces major vocal issues, while Julia struggles to avoid Michael. Meanwhile, Karen books a side gig at a bar mitzvah.
07
The Workshop
Eileen, Derek and the team present Marilyn the Musical to would-be investors. Ivy struggles to perform. Karen must make a difficult choice. Julia and Michael…
08
The Coup
The team deals with the workshop's after-effects. Derek asks Karen to help him steal the show from Tom and Julia. Eileen's daughter's surprise visit forces…
09
Hell On Earth
Julia and Tom must find a title for the recently reinvigorated musical as Ivy and Karen compete for an orange juice commercial.
10
Understudy
When the show's new star gets stuck in Cuba, Derek puts Karen in as understudy.
11
The Movie Star
The arrival of a movie star turns Bombshell upside-down. Ivy and Karen try to overcome their history and unite against their new rival.
12
Publicity
Karen finds herself seduced by the glamorous life of new BFF Rebecca Duvall. Eileen introduces new beau Nick to ex-husband Jerry, while Julia panics when…
13
Tech
Bombshell moves to Boston as it finally finds its way to the stage. The cast and crew are all bubbling with anticipation, bracing themselves for…
14
Previews
Bombshell faces its first audience just as a major crisis hits Rebecca Duvall. The team of Tom and Julia scramble to fix the show when…
15
Bombshell
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…
SEASON 2
01
On Broadway
A scandal puts Bombshell's fate in jeopardy, while new talent is discovered in an unexpected place.
02
The Fallout
A scandal puts Bombshell's fate in jeopardy, while new talent is discovered in an unexpected place.
03
The Dramaturg
Eileen makes a bold move to reinvent Bombshell, while Ivy auditions for a lead role that could make her the star she's always dreamed of…
04
The Song
Peter challenges Julia's pride while Jimmy trips over his; Ronnie defies her powerful mother.
05
The Read-Through
All eyes are on Julia's reworked book, Hit List has its first read-through and Ivy meets her new co-star.
06
The Fringe
Derek and Karen make a tough decision as "Hit List" faces its first performance.
07
Musical Chairs
Tensions boil on Liaisons, while Eileen may have found the key to saving Bombshell.
08
The Bells and Whistles
When Derek and Jimmy butt heads over "Hit List," Karen gets caught in the crossfire.
09
The Parents
Ivy's mom joins the "Bombshell" cast; a visit from Karen's dad causes tension at "Hit List."
10
The Surprise Party
Tom plans the birthday surprise of a lifetime for Ivy.
11
The Dress Rehearsal
A wardrobe malfunction forces Ivy into a risky choice; tensions mount at Hit List.
12
Opening Night
It's the night before the opening of "Bombshell," and all sides of the production are waging their own inner battles.
13
The Producers
Jimmy goes off the rails, threatening the future of Hit List.
14
The Phenomenon
An unexpected tragedy bonds the casts of Hit List and Bombshell.
15
The Transfer
Betrayal rocks "Hit List;" Ivy's forced to do damage control on her public image.
16
The Nominations
Hit List and Bombshell face off at the Tonys.
17
The Tonys
Hit List and Bombshell face off at the Tonys.
SERIES INFO
2
Seasons
32
Episodes
Canceled
Status
CREW
Creator
Theresa Rebeck
NETWORKS (1)
NBC
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Smash about?
Celebrating the beauty and heartbreak of the Broadway theater, following a cross section of dreamers and schemers who all have one common desire - to be a "Smash."
Where can I watch Smash?
Smash is available on Peacock, Prime Video, Broadway HD Amazon Channel, Pluto TV. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Smash have?
Smash has 2 seasons with 32 episodes total.
Who created Smash?
Smash was created by Theresa Rebeck.
Who stars in Smash?
The cast of Smash includes Katharine McPhee, Megan Hilty, Jack Davenport, Jeremy Jordan, Debra Messing.
What is the rating of Smash?
Smash has a rating of 6.4 out of 10 based on 75 votes on TMDB.
Is Smash still running?
Smash was canceled.
GENRES (1)
Drama
