Centers on judge Abby Stone, the daughter of the late Harry Stone, who follows in her father's footsteps as she presides over the night shift of a Manhattan arraignment court.
Judge Abby Stone follows in the footsteps of her late father Harry Stone as she takes over the night shift of a Manhattan arraignment court.
Abby pushes Dan to embrace his new role as public defender. Neil gets on board with Abby's quest to improve the courtroom and quickly realizes why trying is for the birds.
Abby makes a mistake in the courtroom, she decides to adopt an all-business approach to get things back on track, but her new style catches everyone off-guard.
With Abby's encouragement, Dan attempts to get venture back into the dating world but reigniting his love life proves more complicated than he anticipated.
In desperate need of a new apartment, Abby turns to Gurgs and her unconventional real estate skills.
Gurgs's tween nephew and some of his fellow students visit the court for a school project.
When a train delay causes issues, Abby sees an opportunity to serve underground justice.
A blood moon brings out some of the weirdest cases New York City has to offer along with a surprise visitor: Abby's mom, who is carrying some long-kept secrets.
Abby tries to get the court featured on a popular podcast, but the host only has eyes for Dan, who soon learns that being the center of attention can have its downsides.
When Abby's fiancé, Rand, learns she's struggling to connect with Olivia, he encourages Abby to embrace a side of herself she rarely shows.
When the court is overrun with cases from a wedding expo gone awry, the team looks to help Abby plan her wedding.
When Abby lands a meeting with the New York City district attorney to talk about her ideas for reform, Dan invites himself along to share his expertise in the art of "backroom dealing.
A tech entrepreneur in court has Dan and the gang seeing a chance to get in on the ground floor of the next billion-dollar idea.
Neil’s crush on Abby is making things uncomfortable for everyone, but Abby sees a way out when she meets an unrequited love from his past who just happens to be newly available.
Dan ponders his future after being offered the opportunity of a lifetime. Abby can’t find time for her fiancé Rand, and her heart lands her in some trouble.
Abby is on trial, and she and Dan are fighting for her professional life. District Attorney Jeff Dewitt returns and forces Olivia to choose sides.
Abby enlists Dan on a quest to find a girl's letter to Santa, Gurgs' gift for Dan isn't what she expected, and a witness believes herself to be the Ghost of Christmas Present.
Dan helps Roz with an investigation that goes awry as they find themselves pleading their case in front of Abby.
Abby and Dan try to take on City Hall and a bureaucrat who lives to say "no." Plus, Olivia and Gurgs stumble on a business opportunity.
The crew must figure out who's behind the courthouse server hacks before all their secrets are revealed, and Gurgs thinks the new clerk could be the prime suspect.
Abby learns her ex is seeing someone, Dan discovers that new friends aren't always good for your health, and Olivia is trapped in a legal love triangle.
Abby must confront the fact that she might dislike someone, and Dan embraces Comic-Con and finds a potential love connection with a woman who has sworn to destroy him.
Abby gets caught in a whirlwind romance with a famous fashion designer at Fashion Week, and a high-profile defendant offers to make Dan's dreams come true.
Dan begrudgingly defends a washed-up Broadway producer he despises and uncovers Gurgs' secret talent: singing! Olivia has a real estate-related emotional breakdown.
The Night Court crew's team dynamic is thrown into disarray when an HR rep orders a "Respect in the Workplace" training.
Dan joins a legendary underground Navy poker game during Fleet Week. Abby makes things complicated for Wyatt when she rules against the ruthless PTA president of his kids' school.
Surprises are in store for Dan when the Wheelers return to court after more than 30 years. Abby seeks a psychic in hopes of ending an argument she had with her late father.
When Gurgs' royal boyfriend pays a surprise visit, she questions their compatibility. Dan defends his family's honor after he discovers a feud that dates back centuries.
Abby offers up the courthouse for Roz's big day, and Dan strikes up a connection with a wedding guest who has ties to his past.
Suspecting Dan might be her boyfriend's father, Abby does some investigating. A blast from Dan's past resurfaces as the court's new prosecutor.
Abby's attempts to bring Jake and Dan closer leave her feeling like a third wheel. Gurgs has a bone to pick when she catches Julianne smoking in the courthouse.
When a citywide sanitation strike makes its way into the courthouse, Abby must find a way to solve it. Julianne shows Dan how to make the most out of the strike.
Abby's holiday plans are derailed after a murder mystery performer causes chaos in the courthouse. Gurgs and Wyatt find themselves at odds over office etiquette.
Abby is thrilled when Mayim Bialik appears in the courtroom but begins to wonder if the situation is more sinister than it seems. Dan hunts for a mystery man guilty of forgoing basic etiquette.
After learning that Jake has never been in a long-term relationship, Abby is determined to find his secret "dealbreaker." Dan and Julianne go head to head to prove they don't have feelings for each other.
Abby gets more than she bargained for when Julianne invites her to join a women's empowerment group. Dan and Flobert compete over whose advice will help Gurgs secure a promotion.
Dan must defend his job to the head of the city's new Satisfaction Initiative. Abby and Gurgs receive some shocking information from Wyatt's daughter.
An old friend returns and leaves Abby saddled with taking care of a baby during court. The gang tries to stop an influencer from publicly embarrassing the courthouse.
Abby is thrilled when Roz temporarily returns as bailiff but must make things right when Roz starts ruffling feathers. Dan co-opts Gurgs' assistant to help him become a best-selling author.
Harry's old magician's assistant appears in the courthouse and puts Dan and Abby in a tough position. Gurgs, Flobert and Julianne are determined to fire up Wyatt's lukewarm life.
At the behest of producer Sy Hoffman, Dan and Abby work together to turn Dan's memoir into a musical. Wyatt tries to help Julianne stay cool when her ex-lover turns up at the courthouse.
Dan goes up against Julianne to defend the Wheelers, and his professional reputation. Abby's love life takes an exciting turn when she meets a handsome man in the courthouse, but there's a catch.
Abby's friendship with her ex-boyfriend's mother leads to romantic complications. When Julianne's wealthy aunt passes away, the gang vies for a piece of her inheritance.
Abby gets more than she bargained for when she offers to help Wyatt's friend stay sober for a night.
On the night of the blood moon, Abby and Gurgs help Julianne with a surprising romantic prospect. Wyatt finds himself in hot water when he fills in as Dan's replacement.
Abby suspects the courthouse's new "fun judge" may not be as fun as he seems. Gurgs must regain control when her new courthouse welcome video, starring Roz, takes on a life of its own.
Abby finds herself in charge of two runaway teens. Dan and Julianne balk at the idea that they've become friends. A surprise appearance by a mysterious stranger turns Abby's world upside down.