Superior Donuts Timeline ( Real )

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February 2, 2017

Superior Donuts TV Series Premiere

The TV show Superior Donuts premiered on CBS, introducing audiences to the story centered around a donut shop in Chicago and its owner and employee.

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April 27, 2017

Superior Donuts Season 1 Finale

The first season of Superior Donuts concluded after 13 episodes, wrapping up initial character arcs and storylines.

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May 12, 2017

Superior Donuts Renewed for Season 2

CBS renewed Superior Donuts for a second season, allowing the show to continue development and production for more episodes.

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October 13, 2017

Superior Donuts Season 2 Premiere

The second season of Superior Donuts premiered on CBS, continuing the story and introducing new plotlines and character developments.

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May 12, 2018

Superior Donuts Series Cancellation

CBS announced the cancellation of Superior Donuts after two seasons and 34 episodes, ending the show's run.

Superior Donuts Timeline ( Fictional )

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Day 1, Episode 1

Arthur Opens Superior Donuts

Arthur Przybyszewski opens his Superior Donuts shop in Chicago, starting his journey as an independent business owner.

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Day 1, Episode 1

Franco Joins as Employee

Franco Wicks, a young and energetic man, begins working at Superior Donuts, bringing new ideas and energy to the shop.

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Episode 2

First Customer Conflict

Arthur and Franco face their first major disagreement about how to run the shop, showcasing their differing philosophies and setting the stage for their evolving relationship.

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Episode 5

Arthur Faces Health Scare

Arthur experiences a health scare that threatens his ability to manage the Superior Donuts, putting the future of the shop at risk.

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Episode 7

Franco Organizes Community Event

Franco organizes a neighborhood event at the donut shop to bring the community together and increase business.

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Episode 8

Arthur Decides to Mentor Franco

Arthur acknowledges Franco's potential and begins mentoring him in business and life, strengthening their partnership.

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Episode 3

Introduction of Suds

Suds Sutton, a regular customer, is introduced, providing comic relief and becoming a fixture in the Superior Donuts environment.

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Episode 10

Superior Donuts Faces Competition

A new donut shop opens nearby, challenging Superior Donuts' customer base and forcing Arthur and Franco to innovate.

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Episode 12

Arthur Reflects on Retirement

Arthur contemplates retiring and possibly selling the donut shop, creating tension about the future direction of Superior Donuts.