Hung (2009)
HBO's sharp dark comedy about a cash-strapped Detroit coach who turns his most unusual asset into a second career.
Hung - Series Information
- Original Title: Hung
- First Air Year: 2009
- Last Air Year: 2011
- Created by: Dmitry Lipkin, Colette Burson
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 29 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 30
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: June 28, 2009 (United States - TV-MA), June 28, 2009 (United Kingdom - 18), June 28, 2009 (Brazil - 16), June 28, 2009 (Mexico - B-15), June 28, 2009 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: HBO
- Alternative Titles: Hung (Superdotado) (ES), Na velikosti záleží (CZ)
Hung - Plot
Desperate times call for desperate measures and Ray Drecker's situation couldn't be much tougher. The former high school sports legend turned middle-aged high school basketball coach is divorced and struggling to provide for his kids when his already run-down house catches fire. Looking to take on a second job, Ray decides to exploit his best asset in a last-ditch attempt to change his fortunes.
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Hung - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Dmitry Lipkin
- Colette Burson
Main Cast
- Thomas Jane
- Jane Adams
- Charlie Saxton
- Sianoa Smit-McPhee
- Gregg Henry
- Anne Heche
- Eddie Jemison
- Rebecca Creskoff
- Lennie James
- Stephen Amell
Writers
- Dmitry Lipkin
- Colette Burson
- Brett C. Leonard
- Emily Kapnek
- Angela Robinson
Executive Producers
- Michael Rosenberg
- John Morayniss
- Dmitry Lipkin
- Colette Burson
- Noreen Halpern
Hung - FAQs
Where can you stream Hung online?
Hung is available to stream on Max (formerly HBO Max) and through the HBO Max Amazon Channel. Episodes can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region.
Why was Hung cancelled after three seasons?
HBO cancelled Hung in 2011 after its third season, citing declining viewership. The show never quite broke through to mainstream audiences despite a loyal fan base, and HBO chose not to renew it for a fourth season. The series concluded with 30 episodes total.
What is Hung about?
Hung follows Ray Drecker, a financially struggling divorced high school basketball coach in Detroit who decides to become a male escort to make ends meet after his house burns down. The dark comedy explores economic desperation, masculinity, and reinvention with sharp wit.
Who are the main actors in Hung?
Hung stars Thomas Jane as Ray Drecker, Jane Adams as his unconventional business partner Tanya Skagle, and Anne Heche as his ex-wife Jessica. The supporting cast includes Gregg Henry, Eddie Jemison, Rebecca Creskoff, Lennie James, Charlie Saxton, Sianoa Smit-McPhee, and Stephen Amell.
Is Hung based on a true story?
Hung is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional dark comedy created by Dmitry Lipkin and Colette Burson. The series draws on broader themes of economic hardship and desperation in post-recession America, but the characters and plot are entirely invented.
How many seasons and episodes does Hung have?
Hung ran for three seasons on HBO, with 10 episodes per season, totalling 30 main episodes. There is also a Season 0 containing 6 special episodes. The series aired from June 2009 to December 2011 before being cancelled by HBO.
When did Hung first air on HBO?
Hung premiered on HBO on June 28, 2009, in the United States. The series was rated TV-MA and debuted alongside True Blood, benefiting from strong lead-in viewership. It ran for three seasons before concluding in December 2011.
Who created the HBO series Hung?
Hung was created by Dmitry Lipkin and Colette Burson, who also served as executive producers and writers on the show. The series was executive produced alongside Alexander Payne, Michael Rosenberg, John Morayniss, Noreen Halpern, and Scott Stephens for HBO.
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