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Bored to Death

2009 – 2011 · 45m per ep · TV-MA · English · United States of America

Jonathan Ames, a young Brooklyn writer, is feeling lost. He's just gone through a painful break-up, thanks in part to his drinking, can't write his second novel, and carouses too much with his magazine editor. Rather than face reality, Jonathan turns instead to his fantasies — moonlighting as a private detective — because he wants to be a hero and a man of action.

7.2(159 reviews)

10.5878% popularity

At a glance

Details

First air date: Sep 20, 2009
Last air date: Nov 28, 2011
Status: Ended
Seasons: 3
Episodes: 24
Episode runtime: 45m
Original language: English
Country: United States of America
Network / platform: HBO
Creator / showrunner: Jonathan Ames
Certification: TV-MA
Production companies: Fair Harbor Entertainment, Dakota Pictures, 3 Arts Entertainment, Fair Harbor Productions

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Keywords

writerbrooklyn, new york cityprivate detectiveneo-noir

Seasons & episodes

Season 1

2009 · 8 episodes

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Cast

Jason Schwartzman

Jonathan Ames

Zach Galifianakis

Ray Hueston

Ted Danson

George Christopher

Heather Burns

Leah

Media

Reviews & ratings

7.2

159 community reviews

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Alex Rivera6.2/103/18/2026
Binge-worthy
Every episode leaves you wanting more. The character arcs are exceptional.
52 found helpful
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Jordan Kim7.199999999999999/103/14/2026
Peak television
One of the best shows in its genre — tightly written and beautifully acted.
44 found helpful
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Sam Patel8.2/103/10/2026
Must-watch series
The season finales alone are worth the watch.
36 found helpful
ML
Morgan Lee6.2/103/6/2026
Brilliant writing
Gripping from the first scene. Already recommending to everyone.
28 found helpful
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Casey Wong7.199999999999999/103/2/2026
Slow burn payoff
Takes a few episodes to hit stride, then it's unstoppable.
20 found helpful