Ryan and Tatum: The O'Neals

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  • 2011
  • 1 Season
  • 6.6  (75)

Ryan and Tatum: The O'Neals is a reality TV show that premiered on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) in 2011. The show documents the tumultuous relationship between father and daughter, Ryan and Tatum O'Neal. Ryan O'Neal is a renowned Hollywood actor who has been in the entertainment industry for over 50 years. Tatum, on the other hand, is an actress who had a brief career in the 1970s but is known for her award-winning role in the movie Paper Moon.

The premise of the show is to follow the father-daughter duo as they try to mend their strained relationship. The series showcases the challenges and struggles that come with trying to reconnect with someone after years of unresolved issues. Ryan and Tatum have a complicated history that includes Ryan's drug addiction, their rocky relationship, and Tatum's troubled childhood.

Throughout the show, viewers witness Ryan and Tatum's emotional journey as they try to put their differences aside and move forward. The dynamic between the two is complex, with both of them trying to confront their past traumas and scars. They embark on a journey to try and understand each other and find common ground.

Ryan, being a seasoned actor and a veteran in the industry, takes on the role of the mediator between him and Tatum. He uses his decades of experience to help Tatum navigate the entertainment industry and advises her on how to handle certain situations that might come up. Tatum, on the other hand, is eager to reconnect with her father and start afresh. She is vulnerable and emotional throughout the show, trying to come to terms with her feelings towards Ryan.

The show is also interspersed with snippets of Ryan's past interviews and screen time from some of his most iconic roles. This adds a nostalgic element to the show, as viewers are reminded of Ryan's contributions to the entertainment industry. The insight into Ryan's private life also provides fans with a glimpse into his personal struggles outside of his acting career.

Despite their efforts to reconcile, the show displays the numerous obstacles that come with trying to mend a broken relationship. There are moments of tension and conflict between Ryan and Tatum, where their unresolved anger and resentment towards each other come to the surface. The series gives viewers an unfiltered look into their lives, revealing the raw emotions and difficult conversations that take place behind closed doors.

Ryan and Tatum: The O'Neals is a captivating show that explores the complex relationship between a father and his daughter. It provides a rare glimpse into the lives of two iconic actors as they try to rebuild their relationship after years of estrangement. The series is emotional, raw, and at times, difficult to watch, but it is a testament to the power of forgiveness and the strength of the human spirit.

Ryan and Tatum: The O'Neals is a series that ran for 1 seasons (8 episodes) between June 19, 2011 and on OWN

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Seasons
To Begin Again
8. To Begin Again
August 14, 2011
In the season finale, Ryan and Tatum get caught in a standoff due to the rapidly approaching publication of Tatum's book.
A Page Turner
7. A Page Turner
August 7, 2011
Ryan and Tatum seem to moving in the right direction until Ryan's mounting concern over Tatum's new book tears things apart.
At a Crossroad
6. At a Crossroad
July 31, 2011
Back home after the confrontation in Washington, D.C., Ryan and Tatum are not speaking. But after a conversation with a friend who lost her father before she had a chance to reconcile with him, Tatum gives in and schedules a family therapy session for herself and Ryan.
For the Love of Farrah
5. For the Love of Farrah
July 24, 2011
When Ryan invites Tatum to Washington, D.C. to take part in a Farrah Fawcett induction ceremony at the Smithsonian, Tatum is overcome with feelings of abandonment from when Ryan chose his love for Farrah over his children.
Sobering News
4. Sobering News
July 17, 2011
As Tatum struggles with Ryan's insensitivity to her sobriety, Ryan's therapist suggests joint therapy for him and Tatum.
It's Only A Paper Moon
3. It's Only A Paper Moon
July 10, 2011
Ryan and Tatum attend a screening of 'Paper Moon' at The Palm Springs Film Festival. For Tatum, it is an opportunity to connect with her father and relive memories of her mother, who passed away in Palm Springs 15 years ago.
He Said, She Said
2. He Said, She Said
June 26, 2011
Ryan and Tatum enter individual therapy - Ryan starts starts to heal whereas Tatum is irate when bad memories surface.
A Home Coming
1. A Home Coming
June 19, 2011
On screen, they were Hollywood's inseparable father and daughter duo, but off-screen was a different story. Get an inside look into the O'Neal family with this brand new documentary.
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Ryan and Tatum: The O'Neals is available for streaming on the OWN website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Ryan and Tatum: The O'Neals on demand at Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    June 19, 2011
  • IMDB Rating
    6.6  (75)
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