Bored to Death_
"A noir-rotic comedy"
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.
Created By
Jonathan Ames
Network
HBO
Episodes
24
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Max
9 countries
Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total
1 country
Foxtel Now
1 country
Crave
1 country
U-NEXT
1 country
Now TV
1 country
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Bored to Death has 3 seasons with 24 episodes spanning 2009-2011.
Jason Schwartzman →
Rating
Bored to Death holds a 7.2/10 rating based on 270 votes.
Year context
Bored to Death first aired 17 years ago in 2009.
CAST (4)
SEASONS (3 seasons, 24 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Stockholm Syndrome
Broken up after his breakup with his girlfriend Suzanne, Jonathan Ames reads through Farewell My Lovely, his favorite book by Raymond Chandler. Enlivened by the…
02
The Alanon Case
As Jonathan tries to mend his relationship with Suzanne, another case falls onto his lap. This time, he is tasked by a woman named Jennifer…
03
The Case of the Missing Screenplay
While attending a New York film society function, George introduces Jonathan to a filmmaker, who asks him to rewrite a screenplay. Later, he goes out…
04
The Case of the Stolen Skateboard
Jonathan is hired to reclaim a kid's stolen skateboard from the neighborhood bully while Ray helps out a lesbian couple who wants to start a…
05
The Case of the Lonely White Dove
A recently-paroled Russian enlists the services of Jonathan to search for the object of his infatuation, a songstress known only as "The Lonely White Dove."…
06
The Case of the Beautiful Blackmailer
Jonathan is enlisted to retrieve a sex tape that a female escort is using to extort money from a married New Jersey man. With Ray…
07
The Case of the Stolen Sperm
Concerned over the sudden disappearance of the two lesbians who have been buying his sperm, Ray enlists Jonathan to help him track the couple down.…
08
Take a Dive
Having picked up the gauntlet thrown down by Richard – and having thwarted a blackmail bid aimed at getting Jonathan to take a dive –…
SEASON 2
01
Escape From the Dungeon
Jonathan is hired by a police officer to erase the hard drive of an S&M club computer to prevent potentially embarrassing information from coming out…
02
Make it Quick, Fitzgerald!
Jonathan is hired by Richard Antrem, George's nemesis and boxing foe, to investigate Richard's suspicions that his wife Priscilla, George's ex, is having an affair.…
03
The Gowanus Canal has Gonorrhea!
George worries about remaining “intact” after getting some sobering news from his new urologist, Dr. Kenwood. A bad day for Jonathan gets worse when a…
04
I've Been Living Like a Demented God!
A professor hires Jonathan to track down a valuable item. George finds an alibi to explain the results of his drug test. Flushed with cash…
05
Forty-Two Down!
Jonathan attempts to repair the relationship between a poet/limousine driver and his wife. Ray has a meeting with Kevin Bacon.
06
The Case of the Grievous Clerical Error!
Leah hires Jonathan to help find her new dog, “Little Ray.” Ray joins Jonathan in the search for the dog, getting some inside help. A…
07
Escape From the Castle!
A dermatologist enlists Jonathan to deliver a letter to his intended at an Asian health spa. Jonathan takes Ray to the spa for his birthday,…
08
Super Ray is Mortal!
A mad stalker imperils Ray on the eve of the Brooklyn Comic Con. With the help of Officer Drake, he and Jonathan piece together leads…
SEASON 3
01
The Blonde in the Woods
After celebrating the release of his new book, Jonathan learns some distressing familial news. George reunites with his daughter Emily and Ray spends time with…
02
Gumball!
On the run from the police, Jonathan and Ray turn to Howard for help with trying to find out who framed Jonathan for murder, while…
03
The Black Clock of Time
Already nervous about his appearance on "The New Dick Cavett Show," Jonathan is thrown for a loop when another scheduled guest happens to be his…
04
We Could Sing a Duet
George urges Jonathan to show Emily what it's like to be out with a younger man, but they wind up on a stakeout with a…
05
I Keep Taking Baths Like Lady MacBeth
Jonathan and George see a "friendship" counselor. George begins taking singing lessons from Josephine, a delightful pothead. Jonathan attempts to win back George's affection. Ray…
06
Two Large Pearls and a Bar of Gold
Jonathan's college sweetheart hires him to guard her wedding jewels and remind her of their prenuptial pact.
07
Forget the Herring
Rose Hiney connects with Jonathan on new leads. George and Ray attempt to right their unrightable wrongs.
08
Nothing I Can't Handle by Running Away
In the Season 3 finale, George celebrates Emily and Bernard’s wedding; and Ray is comforted by his son, Spencer. Meanwhile, Jonathan considers breaking up with…
SERIES INFO
3
Seasons
24
Episodes
30 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Jonathan Ames
NETWORKS (1)
HBO
DETAILS
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.
Where can I watch Bored to Death?
Bored to Death is available on Max, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , Foxtel Now, Crave, U-NEXT. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Bored to Death have?
Bored to Death has 3 seasons with 24 episodes total.
Who created Bored to Death?
Bored to Death was created by Jonathan Ames.
Who stars in Bored to Death?
The cast of Bored to Death includes Jason Schwartzman, Zach Galifianakis, Ted Danson, Heather Burns.
What is the rating of Bored to Death?
Bored to Death has a rating of 7.2 out of 10 based on 270 votes on TMDB.
Is Bored to Death still running?
Bored to Death has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (4)
Comedy
Crime
Mystery
Drama
