Three very different women, naive Neely O'Hara, good-natured Jennifer North, and talented Anne Wells travel to Hollywood to make it big in show business where all three meet in a production office and become fast friends only to see first-hand of the dirty and underside of the 'casting couch' in Hollywood, California. Helen Lawson is a middle-aged, abrasive and extremely egoistical actress who sees the women as a threat to her career and plots not to let them upstage her in any way in front and behind the camera.
Jennifer pursues her sister's ex-husband as a means to jump-start her career. Meanwhile, Neely's boss makes unwanted sexual advances towards her. Finally, Anne gets a temp job at an office.
Jennifer, still pursing her sister Caitlin's ex-husband, Peter, surprises him when she shows up at Caitlin's apartment. Meanwhile, Neely impresses a record mogul with her singing.
Jennifer catches Helen flirting with Jean Claude where it's revealed here that Jennifer is actually Helen's estranged daughter. Meanwhile, an earthquake throws Tim and Anne closer together.
With her finances in a critical situation, Neely resorts to prostitution. Meanwhile, Anne convinces Helen Lawson to go on tour with her.
After a few too many drinks, Jennifer drives her car through a wall. Meanwhile, a mystery man stops Jean Claude.
Gordon confronts Helen over her recent actions. Meanwhile, Anne moves in with Neely and Tim but quickly becomes their third-wheel.
Jennifer finally dumps Jean Claude. Meanwhile, Tim's ambition to succeed begins to bring out the worst in him. Also, Neely has a "power lunch" with some important VIP's.
Things between Neely and Ray heat up. Meanwhile, Jennifer walks in on Peter with Caitlin.
Jennifer takes a new job modeling in lingerie; Neely leaves Seth; Peter finally dumps Caitlin.
Allen asks Anne to lunch; Jennifer has flashbacks of her past; a tarot reading is held with Neely and others.
Jennifer and Ian hook up; Allen's tales get the worst of him with Anne; Seth apologizes to Neely; Tim gets a promotion.
Anne falls for Allen; Jennifer finds a lighter that's not hers; Neely loses her job.
Jennifer interrupts Helen's bath; Ray takes Neely's advice.
Tim reveals his feelings to Anne; Jennifer remembers a clue; Neely delivers a telegram.
Helen begs for Jennifer's forgiveness; Neely and Seth hook up; Anne goes out on a date with Mitch.
Duplicitous, kinky Allen turns up the heat; Neely ruins someone's romance; Tim moves out.
Neely cooks dinner for Seth; Anne sees Allen with another woman.
Success scares Peter; Jennifer moves in with Neely and Anne; Also, Anne gets a new job.
Anne confronts Allen over the other woman; Jennifer gets an audition.
Anne gets date raped by Allen; Mitch signs someone else for Jennifer's part; Helen gives an ultimatum.
A hidden camera watches Ian seduce Jennifer. Meanwhile, Anne has a mental breakdown. Also, Ray fascinates Helen.
A relationship rekindles; Allen denies he raped Anne; Lusty Ray pursues Helen.
Anne must go through her rape re-enactment; Neely makes a video; Jennifer dumps Ian.
Ian's check bounces. Later, thugs shoot Ian as Jennifer hides. Tim falls for Anne.
Police find the videotape; prima donna Helen goes on the warpath; Anne's moods affect her work.
Season Finale