The Hard Times of RJ Berger
The Hard Times of RJ Berger was an American television comedy series created by David Katzenberg and Seth Grahame-Smith for MTV. The show's central character is RJ Berger an unpopular sophomore at the fictional Pinkerton High School in Ohio who has an exceptionally large penis. Berger's two best friends are Miles Jenner, whose ambitions for popularity cause him to clash with Berger, and goth girl Lily Miran, who has been lusting after Berger for several years. Berger's love interest is Jenny Swanson, a cheerleader who is involved with Max Owens, a popular jock and bully. The show is presented as a coming of age story and has been described by Katzenberg and Grahame-Smith as a blend of the television series The Wonder Years and the film Superbad. The pilot episode premiered on June 6, 2010, and the first season of 12 episodes concluded August 23, 2010. MTV renewed The Hard Times of RJ Berger for a second season, which premiered on March 24, 2011, and concluded on May 30, 2011, but canceled the show that August.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| India | JioHotstar | — |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel , Paramount Plus Premium | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | — | VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max, Apple TV Store |
About The Hard Times of RJ Berger
The Hard Times of RJ Berger is a 2010 English-language comedy series created by David Katzenberg and Seth Grahame-Smith. The cast is led by Paul Iacono, Jareb Dauplaise, Kara Taitz. It spans 2 seasons and 24 episodes. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
It was first aired on June 6, 2010.
- Created by
- David Katzenberg, Seth Grahame-Smith
- Writers
- Seth Grahame-Smith
- First aired
- June 6, 2010
- Last aired
- May 30, 2011
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Canceled
- Seasons
- 2 (24 episodes)
- Network
- MTV
The Hard Times of RJ Berger cast & crew
The Hard Times of RJ Berger was created by David Katzenberg and Seth Grahame-Smith and written by Seth Grahame-Smith.
The cast features Paul Iacono as R.J. Berger, Jareb Dauplaise as Miles Jenner, Kara Taitz as Lily Miran, Amber Lancaster as Jenny Swanson, Jayson Blair as Max Owens, and Beth Littleford as Suzanne Berger.
Is The Hard Times of RJ Berger worth watching?
With 2 seasons and 24 episodes, it's a meaty weekend watch.
If you enjoy comedy, The Hard Times of RJ Berger is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Hard Times of RJ Berger
Paul Iacono
R.J. Berger
Jareb Dauplaise
Miles Jenner
Kara Taitz
Lily Miran
Amber Lancaster
Jenny Swanson
Jayson Blair
Max Owens
Beth Littleford
Suzanne Berger
Larry Poindexter
Rick Berger
Ciena Rae
Robin Pretnar
Marlon Young
Coach Jeriba Sinclair
The Hard Times of RJ Berger — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Hard Times of RJ Berger in United States?
The Hard Times of RJ Berger is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
▸What language is The Hard Times of RJ Berger in?
The Hard Times of RJ Berger is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of The Hard Times of RJ Berger are there?
The Hard Times of RJ Berger has 2 seasons with 24 episodes in total.
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