United States of Al

Spinach / Sabzi

19 min

Exasperated by Riley’s parenting style with Hazel, Al attempts to teach her to be more deferential to her elders. Meanwhile, Riley contemplates taking over the family business from his father.

Homesick / Deghyat

18 min

Riley, Art and Vanessa attempt to help Al feel better when he becomes homesick for his family and traditions.

Fundraiser / Baspana Towlawal

20 min

When Art asks Riley and Al to make speeches at a fundraiser for interpreters that are waiting for visas, Riley has a hard time accepting the attention. Riley also comes face-to-face with Vanessa’s boyfriend.

Car / Motar

19 min

After Al and Riley negotiate a deal for Al’s new car, they learn the hard way that they are not adept at finances and contracts

Roht / Sweet Bread

19 min

Al meets Ariana, an Afghan woman he wants to date, but is dismayed to learn she has a negative opinion of Afghan interpreters who worked for the United States.

Birthday / Kaleeza

19 min

When Hazel starts planning her 11th birthday party, she learns that Al doesn't know when his birthday is so she invites him to share the day with her. Also, Riley tries to find a way to deal with Vanessa's new boyfriend.

Matchmaker / Roybar

20 min

Al and Riley get the sense that Art might be lonely and missing his late wife so they play matchmaker for him.

Blackout / Parchawl

19 min

Al fears the worst when he doesn't hear from his family in Afghanistan for a few days. Also, Riley realizes how hard it must have been for his own family while he was deployed.

Dog / Spai

19 min

Riley and Hazel bring home a lost dog with the hope of keeping him, which doesn't sit well with Al. Also, Art goes on his first date with Lois.