Storyline
The Girls Next Door, also known as The Girls of the Playboy Mansion, is a reality television series which originally aired on E! from August 7, 2005 until August 8, 2010. The series was created by executive producer Kevin Burns and Hugh Hefner, founder and editor-in-chief of Playboy magazine. The show was followed by two spin-offs, Kendra and Holly's World.
Episodes
Specials
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Season 1
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Meet the Girls
Aug 07, 2005
Welcome to paradise! The series kicks off as you get to know Hef's three girlfriends, Holly, Bridget and Kendra, and how life works at the world's most famous Mansion. Who would want to leave this place?
The New Girls in Town
Aug 07, 2005
When two aspiring Playmates arrive at the Mansion to stay the night before they shoot test pictorials, Hef's girls greet them with varying degrees of hospitality. Hef makes a surprise announcement to Holly, Bridget and Kendra.
Happy Birthday, Kendra!
Aug 14, 2005
When you're one of Hef's girls, your birthday party isn't just a quaint gathering, it's an event. Kendra's 20th is a two-day celebration, which starts off with a trip to the 2005 Playboy Jazz Festival with the gang and her gorgeous pal Destiny.
What Happens in Vegas
Aug 21, 2005
This week brings another birthday bash, but this one is for Playmate Carmella DeCesare. It's Vegas, baby and the girls help Sin City live up to its name.
Fight Night
Aug 28, 2005
Put up your dukes, it's Fight Night at the Mansion! There's a whole lotta action inside and outside of the the ring when Hef's former girlfriend, legendary Playboy cover girl Barbi Benton pays a visit.
Operation Playmate
Sep 11, 2005
The girls spend their Fourth of July preparing gift boxes for United States soldiers.
Just Shoot Me
Sep 25, 2005
Take a picture. It'll last longer! That's exactly what happens on this episode when the girls fulfill lifelong dreams and pose for a sexy Playboy pictorial.
Midsummer Night's Dream
Oct 02, 2005
"Lingerie or less," that's the dress code for Playboy's Midsummer Night's Dream, the annual hedonistic ritual that has become one of L.A.'s most anticipated summer events. To prepare for the massive soiree, the girls endure a gauntlet of hair and makeup appointments, bikini waxes and tanning sessions.
Under the Covers
Oct 23, 2005
There's plenty of hot stuff going on this week when the girls slip between the sheets for another sizzling photo shoot. Holly decides to renovate the guesthouse, and girls finally get to see themselves on the cover of the November issue of Playboy.
Ghostbusted
Oct 30, 2005
It's Halloween at the Playboy Mansion! While Holly and Kendra put their wits together to decorate tombstones, Bridget sets out on a full-scale ghost hunt and contacts a paranormal investigator to get to the bottom of the Mansion's long-running history of spirits.
Grape Expectations
Nov 06, 2005
It's road-trip time as the girls head to Bridget's hometown of Lodi, California. After hitting the road super early, they hang with Bridget's family and friends, and enter a grape-stomping competition.
I'll Take Manhattan
Nov 13, 2005
The girls take a bite of the Big Apple when they travel to Manhattan with Hef as part of the promotional tour for Holly, Bridget and Kendra's November cover of Playboy. The group travels to the East Coast in style, but the good times are interrupted by nerves, as the girls are set to appear on The View.
My Kind of Town
Nov 20, 2005
Hef, Holly, Bridget and Kendra blow into the Windy City, Hef's birthplace and home of Playboy Enterprises, Inc., to continue promoting the November issue of Playboy. They take in a visit to Playboy HQ, dine at trendy eatery Japonais and more!
Clue-less
Nov 27, 2005
Whodunit? That's the big question at Bridget's murder-mystery-themed birthday party. But before the big celebration, Holly gets a smashing driving lesson in Hef's beloved 1959 Mercedes, and Kendra shows off her drive on the tennis court for a charity tennis tournament.
It's Vegas, Baby!
Dec 04, 2005
The girls return to Las Vegas, with Hef this time, for two very important occasions: to promote the new Playboy Club at the Palms Hotel & Casino and to preview designer Roberto Cavalli's sexy "bunny couture".
Season 2
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Here's Looking at You, Hef!
Jul 30, 2006
Its Hefs big eight-o and the girls have a lot of panning to do, including getting the perfect gift and making sure this party runs as smoothly as possible.
80 Is the New 40
Jul 30, 2006
Hef celebrates his 80th birthday with a big celebration with his closest friends and playmates.
Career Dazed
Aug 06, 2006
The girls think about their next career goals.
Mutiny in the Booty
Aug 13, 2006
The girls shoot their second cover.
San Diego or Busts
Aug 20, 2006
Kendra takes the girls and Hef to visit her family in San Diego.
Heavy Petting
Sep 03, 2006
Springtime at the Playboy Mansion.
Sleepwear Optional
Sep 10, 2006
Before the special Playmate of the Year luncheon, Holly decides to have a slumber party.
I See London, I See France
Sep 17, 2006
Hef takes the girls on an overseas trip to England and France.
When in Rome
Sep 24, 2006
Hef and the girls continue their European tour by visiting Italy and Germany.
Baby Talk
Oct 01, 2006
Back in the U.S., the girls arrange a baby shower for one of the Playboy Playmates.
21 Club
Oct 08, 2006
The girls and some close friends travel to Las Vegas to celebrate Kendra's 21st birthday. In true VIP fashion, they stay in luxury suite in the Palms, and Kendra finally gets an opportunity to show off her blinged-out grill.
Girls Will Be Ghouls
Oct 15, 2006
It is time for Bridget's favorite holiday Halloween, and the girls celebrate in style.
The Age of Aquarium
Oct 29, 2006
The girls appear on the Loveline radio show with Dr. Drew, and Holly and Hef celebrate their 5 year anniversary.
Rabbit Season
Nov 05, 2006
The girls interview new candidates for bunny girls to work at the new Playboy Club in Las Vegas.
We Can Work It Out
Nov 12, 2006
"Body by Jake" taps the girls to do a workout video and the girls' planning, preparation and performances definitely get their heart rates elevated.
Playboys After Dark
Nov 19, 2006
Hef and the girls visit Las Vegas for the grand opening party of a new Playboy Club at the Palms Casino Resort, and the girls sign autographs at the Playboy Store there.
Season 3
No overview available for this season.
Snow Place Like Home
Mar 04, 2007
The girls prepare for Christmas, arranging for there to be snow at the mansion.
Let Them Eat Birthday Cake
Mar 11, 2007
Holly celebrates her birthday by throwing a party fit for a queen and a king. While Kendra struggles to find an old fashioned party dress for the Marie Antoinette-themed party, Mr. Hefner surprises his main squeeze with a golf cart detailed by Bridget. On the big night, Hollys friends gather at the Mansion for food and fun wearing sexy period costumes.
May The Horse Be With You
Mar 18, 2007
After helping to decorate a Star Wars themed float for the world famous Tournament of Roses Parade the girls decide to get to work on their New Year's resolutions.
My Bare Lady
Mar 25, 2007
It\'s Holly\'s big chance to serve as apprentice editor under the tutelage of Playboy\'s west coast editor, Marilyn Grabowski.
Calendar Girls
Apr 08, 2007
Holly gives direction to Kendra and Bridget on solo photo shoots for their 2008 calendar.
Snowboarded
Apr 15, 2007
The girlfriends head to Vail, Colorado to snowboard with Olympic gold-medalist Shaun White. Holly and Bridget practice their moves on the bunny slope while Kendra works on getting that rail.
Hearts Afire
Apr 22, 2007
Valentine\'s week at the Mansion starts with a round of dominoes, gift baskets full of Playboy merchandise and dinner for Hef, the girlfriends and a few Playmates at Trader Vic\'s. The Mardi Gras party provides a perfect end to the week: Bridget\'s costume wows her friends; Holly proves that less of a costume is more; and Kendra hooks her brother up at his first Playboy party.
P.M.O. Why Not?
May 06, 2007
The eagerness to learn who will become the next Playmate of the Year has the Mansion buzzing as the girls get to know the finalists.
Family Affairs
May 13, 2007
The girls spend some quality time with those other important people in their life: their families.
Home Sweet Suite
May 20, 2007
It\'s an opportunity for Holly to reprise her role as apprentice as she works on a second Playboy pictorial, this time with some of the Bunnies from the Playboy Club in Las Vegas.
Training Dazed
Aug 12, 2007
Bridget sends her dog to obedience school; Kendra enrolls herself in charm school; Holly continues her photo-editor apprenticeship for Playboy.
Dangerous Curves
Aug 19, 2007
Kendra drives a race car. Bridget gets special rims for her Porsche. Holly shops for a Prius.
Surely, You Joust
Aug 26, 2007
Hef and the Girls visit the world-famous Renaissance Fair in custom-tailored period attire. Hef is regal, Holly is a princess, and Bridget and Kendra are naughty wenches.
Guess Who's Coming to Luncheon?
Sep 02, 2007
The Playmate of the Year Luncheon is always one of the biggest events of the year at the Mansion. But this year, it's even bigger.
Season 4
No overview available for this season.
Patriot Dames
Dec 08, 2007
It's Independence Day at the mansion! Hef, Holly, Bridget, Kendra and the rest of the staff celebrate, while Bridget and her sister anticipate the arrival of their older brother home from Iraq.
Heavy Lifting
Dec 16, 2007
Holly decides to re-decorate the gym but her and Hef have a clash on personal styles and Kendra prepares for her mother's plastic surgery.
Half-Baked Alaska
Dec 23, 2007
Holly takes Bridget and Kendra to Alaska, to visit where she grew up.
Unveilings
Dec 30, 2007
Hef spices up this year's Midsummer Night's Dream Party with an Arabian theme. Meanwhile, Kendra's mom undergoes plastic surgery for a younger look, which is unveiled at the big party.
There's Something About Mary O'Connor
Jan 06, 2008
Mary hosts a ladies night, while Hef hangs out with "the guys" at the mansion.
The Full Monte Carlo
Jan 13, 2008
Hef and the girls attend the Monte Carlo International Television Festival when invited by Prince Albert. On the way they stop in a Paris and Saint Tropez to celebrate Kendra's birthday. While exploring the sites in Monaco, Kendra and Bridget get into a bit of trouble.
Every Day is Wednesday
Jan 20, 2008
Kendra consults a pet psychic, while Bridget takes Wednesday to get an agent.
Go West, Young Girl
Jan 27, 2008
Holly reviews four candidates for Playmate who come to the mansion to be photographed.
Jamaican Me Crazy
Feb 10, 2008
The girls leave Hef at the mansion and take a trip down to Jamacia for Holly's sisters wedding.
Wedding Belles
Feb 17, 2008
Holly's wedding is attended by her sisters in Jamaica. A day of fun finds the girls taking the island by storm, or will it be the other way around?
It's My Party And I'll Die If I Want To
Feb 24, 2008
For Bridget's birthday she decides to hold a murder mystery at the mansion with a 20's theme.
Surf's Up
Mar 02, 2008
The Girls hit the beach, and bring a party with them! Pro surfer Kelly Slater stops by with surfing tips, and Holly makes a splash of her own by taking some much needed swimming lessons from gold-medalist swimmer Amanda Beard.
Season 5
No overview available for this season.
House Bunnies
Aug 18, 2008
A look at Hef and the girls as the 2008 motion picture "The House Bunny" is filmed, which is about life around the Playboy mansion.
Hot Chocolate
Oct 05, 2008
It's Hugh Hefner's 82nd birthday and he takes the ladies to Las Vegas to celebrate.
She Got Game
Oct 12, 2008
Hef and all the Girls attend one of Playboy's most action-packed, celebrity-studded parties of the year: the over-the-top Super Bowl extravaganza!
Scream Test
Oct 19, 2008
Bridget becomes a producer for a low-budget Halloween flick.
Change of Undress
Oct 26, 2008
Before the arrival of the new girls, Bridget and Holly revamp the Mapleton house, and then throw a house warming party.
Girl Crazy (1)
Nov 09, 2008
Hef's search for the 55th anniversary Playmate of the Year is part of his plan when he hosts a party.
Girl Crazy (2)
Nov 16, 2008
The search continues for the 55th Anniversary Playmate, with Holly and friends making their way to The Big Apple.
Kentucky Fried
Nov 23, 2008
Hef and the Girls attend the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, with the Girls decked out in their most fabulous dresses and hats and turning heads.
Pleading The 55th (1)
Nov 30, 2008
The 55th Anniversary finalists are surprised by a special announcement from Hef
Pleading The 55th (2)
Dec 07, 2008
Hugh Hefner picks the winner of the 55th anniversary Playmate for Playboy magazine.
Catcher in the Raw
Dec 14, 2008
Kendra and Holly head to the batting cages after she arranges a Playmate softball game.
Glued to Their Sets
Dec 21, 2008
Hef recalls his long, lucky life as he scans through old scrapbooks, while the girls work on the 2009 Girl Next Door calendar.
Kickin' Aspen
Dec 28, 2008
Hef and the ladies head to Aspen, Colorado, to meet former Playmate/girlfriend Barbie Benton at her home where they all join in for a sleigh ride.
Happy Birthday, Anastasia
Jan 04, 2009
Bridget's little sister, Anastasia, is finally turning 21, and the Girls want to help her celebrate in style.
Tying the Naughty
Jan 18, 2009
Bridget's friend Stacy Burke gets married in Las Vegas.
Fangs for the Mammaries
Jan 25, 2009
Bridget's horror movie is shooting - and she's learning quite a bit about this sometimes "scary" business. What's the status of this particular film? And Kendra’s car is stolen, so she goes out hunting for a new set of wheels!
The Spa Who Loved Me
Feb 08, 2009
The girls treat their moms to a spa day at the mansion
The Big Easy Does It
Feb 08, 2009
The girls go to New Orleans for Mardi Gras.
Scuba, Scuba, Do!
Feb 15, 2009
The girls get certified in diving though a class in the dining room, their first lesson in the mansion pool and a sea dive off the coast of Catalina
Third Time's the Charming
Feb 15, 2009
The girls get certified in diving though a class in the dining room, their first lesson in the mansion pool and a sea dive off the coast of Catalina
Transitions, Part 1
Mar 01, 2009
Kendra decides to move out of the Playboy Mansion and goes house shopping. Bridget takes a leave of absence from The Girls Next Door to film her new show covering different beaches around the world.
Transitions, Part 2
Mar 01, 2009
Kendra decides to move out of the Playboy Mansion and goes house shopping. Bridget takes a leave of absence from The Girls Next Door to film her new show covering different beaches around the world.
Season 6
No overview available for this season.
Meet the New Girls
Oct 11, 2009
The sixth season begins with Hef's new girlfriends Crystal Harris and twins Karissa and Kristina Shannon. The sisters travel to Las Vegas to celebrate their double Playmate issue.
Look Before You Peep
Oct 18, 2009
Hef and Crystal go to Las Vegas to join the twins. Later, they go to see Holly in a live show.
The Wheel World
Oct 25, 2009
Crystal, Karissa and Kristina get into trouble on a Hollywood tour bus and fear they may be arrested.
The S'more The Merrier
Nov 01, 2009
The twins and Crystal camp in the backyard at the mansion with some friends, but end up in Hef's room to watch a movie.
Uncover Girl
Nov 08, 2009
Karissa and Kristina prepare for roles as sexy twins in Sofia Coppola's movie "Somewhere." Meanwhile, Crystal learns she will be a Playmate and poses for her photo shoot.
Ciao Time
Nov 15, 2009
Hef attends a music festival in Italy and takes the twins and Crystal along to share the fun.
Charity Begins at Holmby
Nov 22, 2009
Bridget Marquardt hosts a fashion show to benefit an animal charity and gets Crystal and the twins to help out.
Stay Tuned
Nov 29, 2009
A film shoot for a video game takes place at the mansion. Also: Crystal takes singing lessons.
The Showering Inferno
Dec 06, 2009
Holly, Bridget, Crystal and the twins throw a baby shower for Kendra.
Deja View
Dec 06, 2009
Hef and Crystal celebrate their first anniversary of being together.
The Bunny House
Aug 08, 2010