About this season
They say marriage is the number one cause of divorce. For Alex and Whitney, it's one of many reasons they're determined not to take the plunge. Their relationship might not be perfect on paper, but it works and they really do love each other.
Episodes (22)
1. Pilot
Aired 22 September 2011 • 22 min
Whitney realizes that she and her long-term boyfriend are in a rut.
2. First Date
Aired 29 September 2011 • 22 min
When Whitney realizes that she and Alex have never gone on an official first date, she comes up with an unusual idea to recreate the past.
3. Silent Treatment
Aired 6 October 2011 • 22 min
When Alex won't fess up to checking out a hot girl, Whitney decides that the best punishment is the silent treatment.
4. A Decent Proposal
Aired 13 October 2011 • 22 min
Lily is on edge with anticipation that Neal might propose, while Whitney and Alex compete to see who can be more romantic.
5. The Wire
Aired 27 October 2011 • 22 min
Whitney and Mark conspire to catch Alex's condescending tone of voice by setting up cameras around the apartment.
6. Two Broke-Up Guys
Aired 3 November 2011 • 22 min
When Alex encourages Mark to recycle his beer can, Mark's firm stance against it causes the two to "break up."
7. Getting to Know You
Aired 10 November 2011 • 22 min
When Whitney discovers Alex has given up some of his interests since dating her, she is determined to share them with him.
8. Clarence!
Aired 17 November 2011 • 22 min
When Alex's childhood dog passes away, Whitney suggests they adopt a dog together. However, the adoption process isn't as easy as they'd hoped.
9. Up All Night
Aired 1 December 2011 • 22 min
Whitney battles insomnia after Lily makes her the maid of honor, and she decides to pay a visit to her psychiatrist. Chelsea Handler guest stars!
10. Christmas Is Cummings
Aired 8 December 2011 • 22 min
Whitney and Alex scheme to skip out on their family holiday gatherings. Jane Kaczmarek and Peter Gallagher guest star!
11. Private Parts
Aired 11 January 2012 • 22 min
After a trust breakdown, Whitney takes some solo time - only to return home and find Alex in a compromising position.
12. Faking It
Aired 18 January 2012 • 22 min
Whitney fakes being interested in Lily's wedding plans; Alex pretends to be young and hip to reboot his Internet career.
13. Codependence Day
Aired 25 January 2012 • 22 min
Roxanne hires Whitney as her office assistant to spy on her work nemesis. Guest starring Kathy Griffin!
14. Mind Games
Aired 1 February 2012 • 22 min
Whitney and Alex visit a couples therapist to improve their communication and intimacy. Guest starring John Cleese!
15. Lance!
Aired 8 February 2012 • 22 min
Whitney goes on the offensive when she learns Roxanne has reunited with her ex-husband; Lily tries to hide from Neal that she lost her engagement ring.
16. 48 Hours
Aired 15 February 2012 • 22 min
After Mark shares his theory on proper dating rules, we flashback to discover how Whitney and Alex first met!
17. Mad Women
Aired 22 February 2012 • 22 min
Whitney gets more than she bargains for when she entices Alex with an enhanced look; A discussion on signing a prenup leaves Lily and Neal's marriage up
18. Homeland Security
Aired 29 February 2012 • 22 min
Whitney has a surprising reaction when she's mugged; Lily and Neal come to a crossroads in their relationship.
19. The Ex Box
Aired 7 March 2012 • 22 min
Whitney's curiosity is piqued when she finds a box of items from Alex's ex-girlfriend; Lily tries to be the perfect roommate with Roxanne, to devastating effect.
20. G-Word
Aired 14 March 2012 • 22 min
Whitney and Alex help Neal discover his true self as he begins to question his sexuality.
21. Something Old, Something New
Aired 21 March 2012 • 22 min
After Alex attends a wild bachelor party, he drunkenly proposes to Whitney; Mark realizes he may have romantic feelings for Roxanne; Lily and Neal try to adjust to their new relationship.
22. Something Black, Something Blue
Aired 28 March 2012 • 22 min
Season Finale! Whitney seeks her father's help when she runs into complications trying to obtain a marriage licensee with Alex. Guest starring Peter Gallagher.