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Bored to Death (2009)

TV Series ★ 7.2 30 min

Comedy Crime Mystery Drama

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.

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Released
September 20, 2009
Runtime
30 min
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Studio
Fair Harbor Entertainment, Dakota Pictures, , Fair Harbor Productions

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Cast

Jason Schwartzman Jason Schwartzman Jonathan Ames Zach Galifianakis Zach Galifianakis Ray Hueston Ted Danson Ted Danson George Christopher Heather Burns Heather Burns Leah

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Frequently asked questions

What is Bored to Death about?
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.
Who created Bored to Death?
Bored to Death was created by Jonathan Ames.
Who stars in Bored to Death?
Bored to Death stars Jason Schwartzman, Zach Galifianakis, Ted Danson, Heather Burns.
When was Bored to Death released?
Bored to Death is a 2009 comedy, crime, mystery, drama series.
Where can I watch Bored to Death?
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