Bored to Death
Overview
Jonathan Ames, a disenchanted writer living in Brooklyn, grapples with the aftermath of a tough breakup, exacerbated by his heavy drinking and a stalled second novel. Instead of confronting his issues head-on, he escapes into a world of imagination, taking on the role of a private detective. Driven by a desire for adventure and heroism, Jonathan seeks to solve crimes and create excitement in his otherwise mundane life, often dragging his magazine editor into his outlandish escapades.
Episodes
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1
Stockholm Syndrome
After his split from Suzanne, Jonathan Ames finds comfort in reading his cherished book, Farewell My Lovely, by Raymond Chandler. Inspired by the stor...
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2
The Alanon Case
While Jonathan works on repairing his bond with Suzanne, a new case presents itself. He’s hired by a woman named Jennifer to uncover evidence of her...
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3
The Case of the Missing Screenplay
At a gathering for a film society in New York, George introduces Jonathan to a director who requests his help with a screenplay rewrite. Later, Jonath...
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4
The Case of the Stolen Skateboard
Jonathan takes on the task of retrieving a child's skateboard that was taken by the local bully, while Ray lends a hand to a same-sex couple eager to ...
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5
The Case of the Lonely White Dove
A recently-released Russian seeks Jonathan's help to track down a singer he’s smitten with, referred to only as "The Lonely White Dove." He visits t...
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6
The Case of the Beautiful Blackmailer
Jonathan is tasked with recovering a sex tape that a female escort is using to blackmail a married man from New Jersey. Accompanied by Ray and George,...
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7
The Case of the Stolen Sperm
Worried about the unexpected vanishing of the two women who have been purchasing his sperm, Ray turns to Jonathan for assistance in locating them. Upo...
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8
Take a Dive
After accepting Richard's challenge and successfully stopping a blackmail scheme designed to make Jonathan throw the fight, the Edition team prepares ...
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Escape From the Dungeon
Jonathan is approached by a police officer who requests him to wipe the hard drive of a computer at an S&M club, aiming to eliminate any potentially s...
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2
Make it Quick, Fitzgerald!
Jonathan is brought on by Richard Antrem, George’s rival and boxing opponent, to look into Richard's concerns that his wife Priscilla, who happens t...
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3
The Gowanus Canal has Gonorrhea!
George is anxious about staying "intact" after receiving some unsettling news from his new urologist, Dr. Kenwood. Meanwhile, things take a turn for t...
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4
I've Been Living Like a Demented God!
A professor enlists Jonathan's help to locate a prized possession. Meanwhile, George manages to secure an alibi to clarify the outcome of his drug tes...
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5
Forty-Two Down!
Jonathan works to mend the strained relationship between a poet who drives a limousine and his wife. Meanwhile, Ray prepares for a meeting with Kevin ...
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6
The Case of the Grievous Clerical Error!
Leah enlists Jonathan's assistance in her quest to locate her new dog, “Little Ray.” As they search, Ray teams up with Jonathan, receiving some va...
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7
Escape From the Castle!
A dermatologist recruits Jonathan to hand-deliver a letter to his love interest at an Asian wellness spa. To celebrate Ray's birthday, Jonathan decide...
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8
Super Ray is Mortal!
On the night before the Brooklyn Comic Con, Ray finds himself in danger from a deranged stalker. Teaming up with Officer Drake, he and Jonathan follow...
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The Blonde in the Woods
Following the celebration of his new book launch, Jonathan receives some troubling news about his family. George has a heartfelt reunion with his daug...
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2
Gumball!
Fleeing from the authorities, Jonathan and Ray seek assistance from Howard to uncover the identity of the person who set Jonathan up for murder. Meanw...
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3
The Black Clock of Time
Jonathan is already anxious about his upcoming appearance on "The New Dick Cavett Show," but his nerves intensify when he discovers that his longtime ...
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4
We Could Sing a Duet
George encourages Jonathan to take Emily out and give her a taste of dating a younger guy. However, their plans go awry when they end up on a stakeout...
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5
I Keep Taking Baths Like Lady MacBeth
Jonathan and George decide to visit a counselor to work on their "friendship." Meanwhile, George starts taking singing lessons from Josephine, an ench...
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6
Two Large Pearls and a Bar of Gold
Jonathan’s former college girlfriend enlists his help to protect her wedding jewelry while also prompting her to remember the prenuptial agreement t...
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7
Forget the Herring
Rose Hiney collaborates with Jonathan to explore new opportunities. Meanwhile, George and Ray strive to fix their past mistakes, even though some thin...
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8
Nothing I Can't Handle by Running Away
In the Season 3 conclusion, George revels in the festivities of Emily and Bernard’s wedding, while Ray finds solace in the company of his son, Spenc...
