The BEST episodes of An Update on Our Family season 1
Every episode of An Update on Our Family season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of An Update on Our Family season 1!
Myka and James Stauffer were the picture of the 21st century American Dream: happy marriage, beautiful kids, and a self-built YouTube vlogging empire. At the center of it all was Huxley, an adorable young boy they adopted from China. Huxley was more than just their star — he was their son. Until one day, he wasn’t.
#1 - Welcome to Our Family
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/15/2025
The episode chronicles the lucrative world of YouTube vlogging, including social media archival footage of Myka and James Stauffer, as well as original interviews with others. Hannah Cho, an avid YouTube consumer, explains how daily videos and constant updates provide a sense of community. Myka Stauffer’s wholesome demeanor and willingness to share everything on camera results in huge viewership and brand partners rushing to endorse her. Teasing a “big surprise,” the Stauffers, already parents to three children, announce that they are adopting a child from China.
#2 - Damn Good Mom
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/22/2025
The business of family vlogging is explored, examining YouTube’s algorithm, which rewards bold thumbnail photos, sensationalist titles, and the need to constantly promote exciting new content. As adoption day approaches, the Stauffers post videos counting down the days. The family continues to earn money from brand sponsors, but after more than two years as the “star” of the Stauffers’ vlogs, their adopted son Huxley suddenly disappears and all videos of him go private on their channel.
#3 - Where's Huxley?
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/29/2025
The episode examines what happens when online vitriol rises and concerned fans turn into critics. The press sheds more light on the Stauffers’ online content, including their lavish lifestyle, Huxley’s treatment, and their tearful 2020 update on his absence from their life. Brand sponsors drop the Stauffer family and Myka disappears from the internet.