Florida Girls

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  • TV-MA
  • 2019
  • 1 Season
  • 6.9  (443)

Florida Girls is a hilarious half-hour sitcom on Pop TV that follows four women living in Clearwater, Florida. The show focuses on their struggles to get by and make new lives for themselves despite the challenges they face. The four women at the center of the show are Shelby (played by Melanie Field), Kaitlin (played by Laura Chinn), Erica (played by Laci Mosley), and Jayla (played by Patty Guggenheim). They are all very different, but are united by their love for each other and their hometown.

Shelby is the misguided and impulsive party girl who often leads the group into trouble. Kaitlin is the more responsible and level-headed one of the group who has recently returned home to Clearwater after trying to make it in the big city. Erica is the ambitious one of the group who is determined to make something of her life. Jayla is the perpetually stoned and clueless friend who always manages to mess things up.

The show deals with topics such as poverty, addiction, and family problems with humor and heart. But despite the heavy themes, Florida Girls never takes itself too seriously. The writing is sharp, the comedic timing is spot-on, and the acting is top-notch.

One of the show's biggest strengths is its ability to tackle serious issues while still being incredibly funny. The characters often find themselves in ridiculous situations, but the show always manages to ground them in reality. This balance between humor and drama is what sets Florida Girls apart from other sitcoms.

Another thing that sets Florida Girls apart is its sense of place. Clearwater, Florida is almost like another character in the show. The writers have done an excellent job of capturing the look and feel of the town, from the palm trees to the strip malls. The show manages to find the beauty in Clearwater despite its flaws.

The show also has a great supporting cast, including Shelby's redneck boyfriend, her drug-addicted mother, and Kaitlin's conservative mother. But even the minor characters feel fully realized and add to the show's sense of place.

Overall, Florida Girls is a show that is both hilarious and heartfelt. Its unique blend of humor and drama makes it one of the best sitcoms of recent years. The writing is sharp, the acting is great, and the sense of place is unmatched. Whether you're from Clearwater or not, Florida Girls is a show that anyone can enjoy.

Florida Girls is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (10 episodes). The series first aired on July 10, 2019.

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Island Party - Part Two
10. Island Party - Part Two
August 7, 2019
After major setbacks, the girls struggle to pull off Kaitlin's party. Meanwhile, Shelby has an existential crisis about her future, and Erica teams up with Shelby's mom to scam a pharmacy.
Island Party - Part One
9. Island Party - Part One
August 7, 2019
On the eve of Shelby's GED test and Kaitlin's "Island party of the year," the girls get a surprise visit from Mandy who admits the real world sucks. This bombshell makes Shelby question whether or not she wants to get her GED at all.
Welfare Queen
8. Welfare Queen
July 31, 2019
Tired of Erica mooching off everyone, Shelby gives her an ultimatum; get on food stamps or move out. However, after a disturbing visit to Erica's mom's house, Shelby realizes why Erica is such a mess. Meanwhile, Kaitlin and Jayla try to repair a broken boat and broken relationships.
We're Doing a Drive-By, Y'all!
7. We're Doing a Drive-By, Y'all!
July 31, 2019
Shelby's plans to go to sleep early on a weeknight go out the window once Kaitlin's toxic boyfriend comes back in to town. Unable to squash the drama that unfolds, the girls spend all night following Devo around town to disastrous results.
Stop Pretending to Read
6. Stop Pretending to Read
July 24, 2019
While buying books for her GED classes, Shelby comes across a feminist book that makes her realize the girls have been objectified by men their entire lives. Meanwhile, Jayla starts working at Barnacles and turns the bar into a borderline strip club.
What's Your Favorite Boat?
5. What's Your Favorite Boat?
July 24, 2019
The girls get a taste of the privileged life when they visit a rich girl from high school, Breezy Lopez. Getting a glimpse of Breezy's idyllic family makes Shelby realize the cracks in her relationship with her mom as they hunt down her drunk stepdad.
Are We On a Church Trip?!
4. Are We On a Church Trip?!
July 24, 2019
After Shelby learns that church helped Erica's deadbeat brother, Matty, clean up his life, she tricks the girls into going on a church trip, hoping it will inspire them to change, too.
Sunday Chunky Sunday
3. Sunday Chunky Sunday
July 17, 2019
Once a month the girls go to a super fun, lively, predominately black BBQ called Chunky Sunday. When Jayla skips the BBQ for a chance to impress Harold at a fancy business luncheon, Kaitlin becomes desperate to find another black person to go with them, while Shelby struggles with feeling accepted.
Dirty Ass River
2. Dirty Ass River
July 10, 2019
The girls' plan to take acid and go to the waterpark goes awry when they realize Shelby took their only car to her new job. Torn between being a good friend and a good student, Shelby must decide what's more important.
Pilot
1. Pilot
July 10, 2019
Four girls in Clearwater, Florida are abandoned by their best friend when she moves out of their shared mobile home to start her career. In her absence, the girls struggle to pay their power bill while Shelby contemplates getting her GED.
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Where to Watch Florida Girls
Florida Girls is available for streaming on the Pop website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Florida Girls on demand at Amazon, Vudu, Google Play, Apple TV, Tubi TV and Plex.
  • Premiere Date
    July 10, 2019
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (443)