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"Keep your friends close, but your maids closer."
Dania Ramirez - Rosie Falta
Roselyn Sanchez - Carmen Luna
Judy Reyes - Zoila Diaz
Edy Ganem - Valentina Diaz
Rebecca Wisocky - Evelyn Powell
Tom Irwin - Adrian Powell
Brianna Brown - Taylor Stappord
Brett Cullen - Michael Stappord
Mariana Klaveno - Peri Westmore
Grant Show - Spence Westmore
Drew Van Acker - Remi Delatour
Wolé Parks - Sam Alexander
and Susan Lucci - Genevieve Delatour
This page is dedicated to the first season of Lifetime's Devious Maids. The series was picked up by Lifetime on June 22, 2012.
The season consisted of a total of thirteen episodes. It premiered on June 23, 2013 with "Pilot", and ended with "Totally Clean" on September 22, 2013.
The DVD box set was released on March 18, 2014.
Season Summary[]
Overview[]
Following the sudden murder of a Latina Beverly Hills maid, college professor, Marisol Suarez (Ana Ortiz), goes undercover and takes the position of the Stappord couple's cleaning lady in order to learn the truth about who killed Flora. Marisol meets and befriends four other Latina maids by the names of Rosie Falta (Dania Ramirez), who works for the Westmore family, Carmen Luna (Roselyn Sanchez), who works for Alejandro Rubio, Zoila Diaz (Judy Reyes), and her daughter, Valentina (Edy Ganem), who work for Genevieve Delatour. Without her new friends realizing, Marisol gathers enough information and tracks down the killer, thus freeing the her son, who was framed for the maid's murder.
Cast[]
For a breakdown of the characters' appearances, check here.
Starring[]
- Ana Ortiz - Marisol Duarte (13/13)
- Dania Ramirez - Rosie Falta (13/13)
- Roselyn Sanchez - Carmen Luna (13/13)
- Judy Reyes - Zoila Diaz (12/13)
- Edy Ganem - Valentina Diaz (13/13)
- Rebecca Wisocky - Evelyn Powell (10/13)
- Tom Irwin - Adrian Powell (10/13)
- Brianna Brown - Taylor Stappord (9/13)
- Brett Cullen - Michael Stappord (9/13)
- Mariana Klaveno - Peri Westmore (10/13)
- Grant Show - Spence Westmore (10/13)
- Drew Van Acker - Remi Delatour (9/13)
- Wolé Parks - Sam Alexander (8/13)
- and Susan Lucci - Genevieve Delatour (11/13)
Supporting Cast[]
- Matt Cedeño - Alejandro Rubio (10/13)
- Maria Howell - Ida Hayes (8/13)1
- Melinda Page Hamilton - Odessa Burakov (7/13)
- Stephen Collins - Philippe Delatour (6/13)
- Paula Garces - Flora Hernandez (7/13)
- Eddie Hassell - Eddie Suarez (5/13)
- Valerie Mahaffey - Olivia Rice (5/13)
- Alex Fernandez - Pablo Diaz (3/13)
- Octavio Westwood - Miguel Falta (2/13)
- Anne Holt - News Anchor (1/13)
1 Not credited in "Walking the Dog".
Crew[]
Writers[]
- Marc Cherry (4 Episodes)
- Gloria Calderon Kellett (2 Episodes)
- Victor Levin (2 Episodes)
- Tanya Saracho (2 Episodes)
- Brian Tanen (2 Episodes)
- John Paul Bullock III (1 Episode)
Directors[]
- Rob Bailey (2 Episodes)
- Tawnia McKiernan (2 Episodes)
- John Scott (2 Episodes)
- Larry Shaw (2 Episodes)
- David Warren (2 Episodes)
- Tara Nicole Weyr (2 Episodes)
- Paul McGuigan (1 Episode)
Episodes[]
01 | "Pilot" | 06 | "Walking the Dog" | 10 | "Hanging the Drapes" |
02 | "Setting the Table" | 07 | "Taking a Message" | 11 | "Cleaning Out the Closet" |
03 | "Wiping Away the Past" | 08 | "Minding the Baby" | 12 | "Getting Out the Blood" |
04 | "Making Your Bed" | 09 | "Scrambling the Eggs" | 13 | "Totally Clean" |
05 | "Taking Out the Trash" |
Pilot[]
- See main article: "Pilot"
Original air date: June 23, 2013
Written by: Marc Cherry
Directed by: Paul McGuigan
Plot Synopsis: In the series premiere, the women turn to one another for support when their friend and fellow maid Flora is brutally murdered at the home of her employers, Evelyn and Adrian Powell, at one of the largest society events of the year. Meanwhile, newcomer Marisol is hired to clean the home of Taylor and Michael Stappord, a newlywed couple with a complicated love history. But Marisol has ulterior motives and when someone she loves becomes wrapped up in Flora's murder, she goes undercover to learn the truth.
Recurring Guest Stars: Matt Cedeño (Alejandro Rubio), Paula Garces (Flora Hernandez), Melinda Page Hamilton (Odessa Burakov), Eddie Hassell (Eddie Suarez), Valerie Mahaffey (Olivia Rice)
Setting the Table[]
- See main article: "Setting the Table"
Original air date: June 30, 2013
Written by: Marc Cherry
Directed by: Rob Bailey
Plot Synopsis: Valentina's plans to get closer to Remi continue to irritate Zoila. Rosie gets caught in the middle when Spence accuses Peri of cheating. Carmen takes advantage of Alejandro and Odessa being out of the house, much to Sam's dismay. Marisol tries to figure out a way to spend more time at the Powell house.
Recurring Guest Stars: Matt Cedeño (Alejandro Rubio), Melinda Page Hamilton (Odessa Burakov), Eddie Hassell (Eddie Suarez), Maria Howell (Ida Hayes)
Wiping Away the Past[]
- See main article: "Wiping Away the Past"
Original air date: July 7, 2013
Written by: Victor Levin
Directed by: Rob Bailey
Plot Synopsis: When Michael's ex-wife, Olivia, drops a bomb about Taylor's past, Marisol helps Taylor keep it together. Adrian tries to cheer up his newly divorced friend the only way he knows how, to Evelyn's displeasure. Unbeknownst to Zoila, Valentina and Genevieve team up to get Remi to notice Valentina as more than just a friend. Spence offers to help Rosie out of a bind, but Rosie wonders if his generosity comes with strings attached. Carmen finally gets a meeting with a major music producer and needs Sam's help to sell her diva image.
Recurring Guest Stars: Alex Fernandez (Pablo Diaz), Paula Garces (Flora Hernandez), Valerie Mahaffey (Olivia Rice)
Making Your Bed[]
- See main article: "Making Your Bed"
Original air date: July 14, 2013
Written by: John Paul Bullock III
Directed by: David Warren
Plot Synopsis: The arrival of Genevieve's brother, Henri complicates matters for Zoila, whose heart he broke years before. Rosie vows to help Spence with his marriage, and tensions between Carmen and Odessa are at an all-time high when Alejandro allows Carmen to be a guest at the party he's hosting while Odessa works in her place. Meanwhile, Marisol offers to work a fundraiser at the Powell house in order to uncover more information about Flora's murder.
Recurring Guest Stars: Matt Cedeño (Alejandro Rubio), Alex Fernandez (Pablo Diaz), Melinda Page Hamilton (Odessa Burakov), Maria Howell (Ida Hayes)
Taking Out the Trash[]
- See main article: "Taking Out the Trash"
Original air date: July 21, 2013
Written by: Gloria Calderon Kellett
Directed by: David Warren
Plot Synopsis: A visitor from Carmen's past shows up at Alejandro's house, and Valentina tries keeping her emotions in check after meeting Remi's new "friend". Meanwhile, the strained relationship between Marisol and her son, Eddie, becomes apparent when new information about Flora comes to light. Peri is convinced that Spence is having an affair and tries bribing Rosie for the woman's name, while Evelyn and Adrian celebrate a very important birthday.
Recurring Guest Stars: Paula Garces (Flora Hernandez), Melinda Page Hamilton (Odessa Burakov), Eddie Hassell (Eddie Suarez), Maria Howell (Ida Hayes)
Walking the Dog[]
- See main article: "Walking the Dog"
Original air date: July 28, 2013
Written by: Brian Tanen
Directed by: Tawnia McKiernan
Plot Synopsis: Genevieve hits a rough financial patch, putting Zoila's job in jeopardy. Marisol makes an important discovery at the Powell house. Rosie and Spence heat up. Carmen gets jealous when Sam starts dating. Valentina worries about Remi's erratic behavior.
Recurring Guest Stars: Matt Cedeño (Alejandro Rubio), Stephen Collins (Philippe Delatour), Maria Howell (Ida Hayes) (uncredited)
Taking a Message[]
- See main article: "Taking a Message"
Original air date: August 4, 2013
Written by: Tanya Saracho
Directed by: Tawnia McKiernan
Plot Synopsis: Marisol is at risk of blowing her cover when an ex-student recognizes her in front of Rosie. Valentina discovers the cause of Remi's mood swings and reluctantly turns to Zoila for help. Carmen and Sam have some disagreements about their relationship.
Recurring Guest Stars: Stephen Collins (Philippe Delatour), Maria Howell (Ida Hayes), Valerie Mahaffey (Olivia Rice)
Minding the Baby[]
- See main article: "Minding the Baby"
Original air date: August 11, 2013
Written by: Gloria Calderon Kellett
Directed by: Tara Nicole Weyr
Plot Synopsis: Genevieve lies to her new boyfriend about her age, much to Zoila's dismay. Rosie begins working at the Powells. Carmen learns Odessa is hiding something. Marisol goes with Taylor to a fertility clinic.
Recurring Guest Stars: Matt Cedeño (Alejandro Rubio), Melinda Page Hamilton (Odessa Burakov), Valerie Mahaffey (Olivia Rice)
Scrambling the Eggs[]
- See main article: "Scrambling the Eggs"
Original air date: August 18, 2013
Written by: Tanya Saracho
Directed by: Tara Nicole Weyr
Plot Synopsis: Evelyn blackmails Rosie so she can spend more time with baby Tucker. Zoila is upset when Genevieve presents her with an interesting proposition for Valentina. Marisol discovers some new information about Flora and grows suspicious of Michael. Carmen is troubled by Alejandro's reaction to Odessa's illness.
Recurring Guest Stars: Matt Cedeño (Alejandro Rubio), Paula Garces (Flora Hernandez), Melinda Page Hamilton (Odessa Burakov), Maria Howell (Ida Hayes)
Hanging the Drapes[]
- See main article: "Hanging the Drapes"
Original air date: August 25, 2013
Written by: Brian Tanen
Directed by: John Scott
Plot Synopsis: Valentina worries Remi will hate her when he returns from rehab, and Rosie wants Spence to defend her honor after Adrian propositions her. While Taylor and Michael have exciting news, Marisol learns her son was caught up in nefarious activities, and Carmen has trouble going through with a favor for Alejandro.
Recurring Guest Stars: Matt Cedeño (Alejandro Rubio), Stephen Collins (Philippe Delatour), Alex Fernandez (Pablo Diaz), Eddie Hassell (Eddie Suarez), Maria Howell (Ida Hayes), Valerie Mahaffey (Olivia Rice)
Cleaning Out the Closet[]
- See main article: "Cleaning Out the Closet"
Original air date: September 8, 2013
Written by: Victor Levin
Directed by: John Scott
Plot Synopsis: Alejandro and Carmen have different opinions about his new relationship. Marisol gets closer to the truth, as Taylor and Michael become suspicious of her true intentions. Rosie cleans up a serious mess for Peri. Philippe and Genevieve grow closer, but Zoila doesn't buy that he's changed his philandering ways.
Recurring Guest Stars: Matt Cedeño (Alejandro Rubio), Stephen Collins (Philippe Delatour), Maria Howell (Ida Hayes)
Getting Out the Blood[]
- See main article: "Getting Out the Blood"
Original air date: September 15, 2013
Written by: Marc Cherry
Directed by: Larry Shaw
Plot Synopsis: Marisol puts herself in harm's way as she digs deeper into Flora's murder. Peri goes through great lengths to get Rosie to forgive her. Carmen rekindles her relationship with Sam after seeing how lonely Alejandro is, despite his fame. Zoila continues to disapprove of Genevieve and Philippe's relationship. Remi makes a major decision, putting Valentina in a difficult position.
Recurring Guest Stars: Matt Cedeño (Alejandro Rubio), Stephen Collins (Philippe Delatour), Paula Garces (Flora Hernandez), Octavio Westwood (Miguel Falta)
Totally Clean[]
- See main article: "Totally Clean"
Original air date: September 22, 2013
Written by: Marc Cherry
Directed by: Larry Shaw
Plot Synopsis: A lavish black tie event is once again marred by lust, jealousy and revenge. As the mystery surrounding Flora's death reaches its boiling point, the maids orchestrate a plan to ensnare the murderer. But no one is what they seem. And no one is safe.
Recurring Guest Stars: Matt Cedeño (Alejandro Rubio), Stephen Collins (Philippe Delatour), Paula Garces (Flora Hernandez), Melinda Page Hamilton (Odessa Burakov), Eddie Hassell (Eddie Suarez), Anne Holt (News Anchor), Octavio Westwood (Miguel Falta)
Trivia[]
- Episode titles of this season are based off of maid related tasks.
- The background song for this season's promotional videos is "Beautiful, Dirty, Rich" by Lady Gaga.
- The first season introduces the central main cast of characters: Ana Ortiz as Marisol Suarez, a college professor who takes the job of a maid when undercover; Latina maids Dania Ramirez as Rosie Falta; Roselyn Sanchez as Carmen Luna; Judy Reyes as Zoila Diaz; and Edy Ganem as Valentina Diaz. Additionally, Rebecca Wisocky and Tom Irwin portray Evelyn and Adrian Powell; Brianna Brown and Brett Cullen play the roles of Taylor and Michael Stappord; Mariana Klaveno and Grant Show bring to life the characters Peri and Spence Westmore; Wolé Parks plays Sam Alexander; and Drew Van Acker and Susan Lucci portray Remi and Genevieve Delatour, all of which are billed as main characters.
- Brown, Cullen, Klaveno, and Parks all leave the main cast following this season, but Brown and Cullen are repromoted for the show's third season.
- Ortiz, Ramirez, Sanchez, and Ganem are the only actors to be featured in every episode of the season.
- Actress Gina Rodriguez was offered a starring role on the show, but ultimately turned it down after finding the storylines limiting.[1][2]
Videos[]
Gallery of videos used to promote the season.
Gallery[]
Gallery of photographic posters used to promote the season.