Mom Season 1 Cast Overview
Mom season 1 premiered on CBS on September 23, 2013, and follows Christy Plunkett, a single mother in Napa, California, who works as a waitress while attending law school. The series was created by Chuck Lorre and Eddie Gorodetsky and stars Anna Faris as Christy and Allison Janney as her mother Bonnie Plunkett. The cast also includes Mimi Kennedy as Marjorie Armstrong, a recovering addict and Christy's close friend, and Sadie Calvano as Violet Plunkett, Christy's teenage daughter. The show is produced by Chuck Lorre Productions and Warner Bros. Television. For more background on the show's structure and network, see the CBS official page Mom on CBS.
The first season consists of 22 episodes and centers on Christy's efforts to rebuild her life after a period of substance abuse and financial instability. The series addresses themes of addiction recovery, co-parenting, and economic hardship with a mix of comedy and drama. The show's early episodes establish the ensemble dynamic between Christy, Bonnie, Marjorie, and Violet, while introducing recurring characters such as Baxter, Christy's ex-husband. The series quickly became a ratings success for CBS and helped solidify the network's lineup of adult-skewing comedies.
Main Mom Season 1 Actors and Characters
Anna Faris as Christy Plunkett
Anna Faris stars as Christy Plunkett, a young single mother navigating recovery, work, and parenting. Christy works as a waitress at a restaurant called Rustic Fig while pursuing a law degree. Faris portrays Christy's struggles with addiction, financial pressure, and co-parenting with her ex-husband Baxter. The role marked a shift for Faris from her earlier comedy film work to a long-running television lead.
Allison Janney as Bonnie Plunkett
Allison Janney plays Bonnie Plunkett, Christy's mother and a fellow recovering addict. Bonnie's character arc in season 1 includes her own journey through treatment, custody issues, and attempts to reconnect with Christy. Janney's performance earned critical praise and contributed to the show's recognition for handling serious topics with humor and nuance. The role became one of her most prominent television credits.
Supporting Mom Season 1 Cast and Production
Mimi Kennedy as Marjorie Armstrong
Mimi Kennedy portrays Marjorie Armstrong, a longtime friend of Christy and Bonnie who is also in recovery. Marjorie provides emotional support and comic relief, often serving as a grounding presence during the group's meetings and personal crises. Her character adds depth to the ensemble and reflects the show's focus on community and accountability.
Sadie Calvano as Violet Plunkett
Sadie Calvano plays Violet Plunkett, Christy's teenage daughter, whose storyline in season 1 includes adjusting to her mother's recovery and changes in the family structure. Violet's experiences with school, relationships, and parental conflict are central to several episodes. The character's arc highlights the impact of addiction and instability on younger family members.
Production and Network Details
Mom is produced by Chuck Lorre Productions and Warner Bros. Television and airs on CBS. The show's first season was developed with input from creators Chuck Lorre and Eddie Gorodetsky, who also serve as executive producers. The series uses a multi-camera format and a laugh track, consistent with CBS's sitcom lineup. For information on production companies and network structure, see the Warner Bros. Television page Warner Bros. Television.