Broad City (2014)
The sharp, fearless Comedy Central series that turned two best friends' chaotic New York City adventures into some of the most original comedy on television.
Broad City - Series Information
- Original Title: Broad City
- First Air Year: 2014
- Last Air Year: 2019
- Created by: Ilana Glazer, Abbi Jacobson
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 30 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 5
- Number of Episodes: 50
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: January 22, 2014 (United States – TV-14), January 22, 2014 (Canada – 14+), January 22, 2014 (Germany – 12), January 22, 2014 (France – 12), January 22, 2014 (Australia – MA 15+), January 22, 2014 (Brazil – 18), January 22, 2014 (Spain – 13)
- Networks: Comedy Central
- Production Companies: Jax Media, Paper Kite Productions, Comedy Central
- Production Countries: United States of America
Broad City - Plot
Broad City follows two women throughout their daily lives in New York City, making the smallest and mundane events hysterical and disturbing to watch all at the same time.
Broad City - Trailer
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Broad City - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Ilana Glazer
- Abbi Jacobson
Main Cast
- Abbi Jacobson
- Ilana Glazer
- Hannibal Buress
- Arturo Castro
- John Gemberling
- Paul W. Downs
- Stephen Schneider
- Chris Gethard
- Taofa Maneeprasopchok
- Eliot Glazer
Writers
- Abbi Jacobson
- Ilana Glazer
- Lucia Aniello
- Paul W. Downs
- Jen Statsky
Broad City - FAQs
Where can you stream Broad City online?
Broad City is available to stream on Hulu, Paramount Plus Premium, and Paramount Plus Essential. It is also accessible via Paramount+ on Amazon Channel, Apple TV Channel, and Roku Premium Channel. For purchase, it is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
Is Broad City based on real people or events?
Broad City is loosely inspired by the real-life friendship of its creators, Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson. The series originated as a web series the two produced themselves, drawing on their genuine experiences as young women living and hustling in New York City, though the storylines are largely fictional and comedically exaggerated.
Who are the main actors in Broad City?
The series stars Abbi Jacobson as Abbi Abrams and Ilana Glazer as Ilana Wexler. The supporting cast includes Hannibal Buress as Lincoln Rice, Arturo Castro as Jaime Castro, John Gemberling as Matt Bevers, Paul W. Downs as Trey Pucker, Stephen Schneider as Jeremy Santos, and Chris Gethard as Todd.
How many seasons does Broad City have?
Broad City ran for 5 seasons on Comedy Central, with each season comprising 10 episodes, for a total of 50 episodes. The series premiered on January 22, 2014, and concluded in 2019. Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson chose to end the show on their own terms after the fifth season.
Why did Broad City end after season five?
Creators and stars Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson made the deliberate decision to end Broad City after its fifth season, announcing the conclusion ahead of the final run. They wanted to close the story on their own creative terms rather than let the series overstay its welcome, giving the characters a proper, intentional send-off.
What is Broad City about?
Broad City follows two best friends, Abbi and Ilana, as they navigate the absurd, chaotic, and often hilarious realities of young adult life in New York City. The show transforms mundane everyday situations into outrageous comedic adventures, celebrated by critics for its sharp writing, feminist perspective, and authentic female friendship at its core.
When did Broad City first air on television?
Broad City first aired on January 22, 2014, on Comedy Central in the United States. The TV series was an adaptation of the web series of the same name, which Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson had been producing independently since 2009 before executive producer Amy Poehler helped bring it to cable television.
Did Broad City win any awards or critical acclaim?
Broad City earned strong critical acclaim throughout its run, praised for its originality, comedic voice, and portrayal of female friendship. The series received multiple award nominations including Writers Guild of America Awards. Critics consistently ranked it among the best comedies on television, and it holds a high approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
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