Genres
Networks
The Roku Channel
Created By
Chad
Overview
A 14-year-old Persian boy desperately tries to fit in, cope with his mother's dating life, and figure out his cultural identity.
Key Crew
Top Cast
Nasim Pedrad
Chad
Ella Mika
Niki
Saba Homayoon
Naz
Paul Chahidi
Hamid
Jake Ryan
Peter
Alexa Loo
Denise
Thomas Barbusca
Reid
Seasons
Season 1 (2021)
No overview available.
8 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: Pilot
2021-04-06Eager to make his mark on his first day of high school, Chad spins a lie about his summer that quickly spirals out of control.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 2: Sword
2021-04-13Chad receives a special gift from his estranged father, but when he uses it to gain social capital at school, his plans go awry.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 3: Ikrimah Breakup
2021-04-20When his mom breaks up with her boyfriend and Chad's left without a father figure, Chad does everything in his power to win him back.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 4: K-POP
2021-04-27In search of his identity, Chad joins Asian Appreciation Club and stumbles onto the world and wonder of K-Pop.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 5: Whiskey Slaps
2021-05-04When Chad discovers his little sister Niki is far more mature than him, he's faced with either growing up or falling further behind.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 6: Hamid
2021-05-11Desperate to score the newest LeBron sneakers, Chad finds himself on a wild and unexpected adventure with his uncle Hamid.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 7: Lakehouse
2021-05-18Chad's dream of becoming popular is finally within grasp after he receives an invite to a boys' weekend at Reid's Lakehouse.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 8: Finale
2021-05-25When the entire school thinks Chad's been the victim of a hate crime, he's forced to choose between his newfound popularity and the truth.
Runtime: 21 min
Season 2 (2024)
Summer break is over and it’s sophomore year for newly elected class president, Chad Amani. During the second season, Chad deals with a scandal that quickly ends his presidency, has a surprising new love interest, and gets a visit from his tough-as-nails Iranian grandmother -- all while continuing to worry about his popularity, and discovering new ways to relate to his Persian cultural roots. Chad’s epic path to teenage self-realization is not always a straight line, but the support from his family and best friend Peter keep Chad on track, giving him the confidence to help him become who he has always wanted to be: the most American boy in the history of the world.
10 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: Class President
2024-01-19It's sophomore year for newly elected class president Chad Amani. On top of the world after a summer of hanging with the cool kids, Chad fights to contain a secret that could destroy his popularity.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 2: Mr. Worker
2024-01-19Reeling from his school suspension, Chad is devastated to find that his mom has taken away all of his devices. On a downward spiral and in need of some serious guidance, Chad is sent to work at his Uncle Hamid's Persian rug store.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 3: Mona
2024-01-19Chad becomes a peer helper to Mona, a new student from France who's also Persian. Chad tries to teach Mona how to navigate life in an American high school but winds up offending her, causing Chad to make a grand gesture to apologize.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 4: Señor Doobs
2024-01-19Chad finds himself at odds with the school's beloved Spanish teacher. After the teacher confiscates a cherished item, Chad must try to get it back while walking the line between right and wrong.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 5: Third Wheel
2024-01-19Chad thinks Peter and Denise's relationship is moving too fast, so he tries to set some ground rules in order to slow them down. When those fail, Chad has to support Peter's big step toward adulthood.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 6: The Dance
2024-01-19When Chad's prom-posal to Mona fails, he tries to save face by going to the school dance with his sister’s scary friend. Chad accidentally captivates his date, who tries to ruin his chances with Mona.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 7: New Brother
2024-01-19With Peter's help, Chad tries to discover the identity of his mom's new boyfriend. After a few leads and interrogations, Chad realizes she's dating someone who might be to his own social advantage.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 8: Maman Bozorg
2024-01-19When Chad's grandmother visits from Iran, she complicates Chad's plan to impress Mona, and Chad must reconcile the expectations of being a Persian man with the realities of being an American teenager.
Runtime: 21 minEpisode 9: American Boy
2024-01-19Before a class trip to Vancouver, Chad learns he's not a US citizen. To help Chad avoid embarrassment, Hamid calls on an old friend. When plans go awry, Chad and Hamid must deal with the consequences.
Runtime: 22 minEpisode 10: Class Trip
2024-01-19On a class trip to the Vancouver Aquarium, Peter and Denise coach Chad on how to express his feelings to Mona, but when she shares her summer plans, Chad realizes he must act quickly to get his girl.
Runtime: 23 min
