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TV series

Californication

2007TV-MA7 seasons7.6 / 10

He's in way too deep.

A self-loathing, alcoholic writer attempts to repair his damaged relationships with his daughter and her mother while combating sex addiction, a budding drug problem, and the seeming inability to avoid making bad decisions.

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Synopsis

A self-loathing, alcoholic writer attempts to repair his damaged relationships with his daughter and her mother while combating sex addiction, a budding drug problem, and the seeming inability to avoid making bad decisions.

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Episode 1

The Unforgiven

28m6.8 / 10

Hank Moody narrowly survives the aftermath of his scorned ex-lover Carrie; her attempted suicide to see them both together, free from the constraints around them. Charlie takes Hank to see Atticus Fetch, a rocker who is interested in turning "A Crazy Little Thing Called Love" into a Broadway show. Meanwhile, Karen, Marcy and Charlie have to deal with Hank, after a revelation about Becca.

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Directed by David DuchovnyGuest stars Natalie Zea, Alexandra Barreto, Maggie Wheeler, Tim Minchin, Carter Sand, Lyndon Smith, Dustin Sterling, Chris Gann

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Episode 2

Quitters

28m6.9 / 10

Hank reluctantly heeds the advice from his family and friends, but Faith, muse to many-a-rock-star, may be his light at the end of the tunnel. Charlie runs into out-and-proud movie star Robbie Mac and finds himself taking drastic action in order to land the award winner as a client. Marcy loses her resolve with Stu, while Karen lands a new job.

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Directed by John DahlGuest stars Stephen Tobolowsky, Patrick Fischler, Maggie Grace, Angela Trimbur, Sarah Wynter, Johann Urb, Dustin Ybarra, Lee Arenberg

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Episode 3

Dead Rock Stars

28m6.7 / 10

Hank and Faith attend a funeral. Later, Karen finds Hank in a compromising position. Robbie Mac and Ken take Charlie out on the town, which doesn't sit well with Marcy.

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Directed by Adam BernsteinGuest stars Patrick Fischler, Tim Minchin, Maggie Grace, Johann Urb, Lee Arenberg, Alanna Ubach, Sebastian Bach, Artie Lange

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Episode 4

Hell Bent for Leather

28m6.3 / 10

Hank and Charlie's meeting with Robbie Mac isn't as promising as they hoped; and later, Hank reconnects with an entertainment exec he'd worked with. Meanwhile, Marcy, Ophelia and Karen swap tales over dinner, while Becca proves she's her father's daughter at a reading of her work.

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Directed by David Von AnckenGuest stars Jason Beghe, Maggie Wheeler, Johann Urb, Allison McAtee, Alissa Dean, Chasty Ballesteros, P.J. King, Adam Hutson

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Episode 5

Rock and a Hard Place

28m6.8 / 10

Ken discovers Charlie’s secret. Atticus sends Hank and Charlie on a hunt, so they enlist the help of Hank’s daughter Becca. Marcy makes a decision about Stu that is influenced by her man-hating spiritual guide, Ophelia Robbins.

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Directed by David Von AnckenGuest stars Stephen Tobolowsky, Maggie Wheeler, Tim Minchin, Maggie Grace, Lee Arenberg, Jorge Garcia, Meghan Falcone

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Episode 6

In the Clouds

28m6.6 / 10

Karen asks Hank to intervene with Becca. Later, the boys board Air Force 69 with Atticus Fetch to fly to NYC to present the songs for the Broadway adaptation of "A Crazy Little Thing Called Love." Charlie faces a serious case of aerophobia. Atticus is surprised by Faith, while his wife surprises Hank.

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Directed by David Von AnckenGuest stars Tim Minchin, Kristina Cohen Kruz, Maggie Grace, Sarah Wynter, Alanna Ubach, Steve Jones, Jack J. Bennett, Elizabeth Nicole Abrams

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Episode 7

The Dope Show

28m7.0 / 10

Hank returns from his trip to find Becca spiraling, but his plan to help her backfires when they go to visit Atticus and meet his current house guest (guest star MARILYN MANSON as himself). Hank has an encounter that puts him in a very awkward position with Karen. Charlie takes Stuart out for the day and has an encounter of his own.

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Directed by Michael WeaverGuest stars Tim Minchin, Maggie Grace, Sarah Wynter, Dustin Ybarra, Camden Gray, Marilyn Manson, Stacey Scowley, M@tch

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Episode 8

Everybody's a F**king Critic

28m6.3 / 10

The reviews are in for the first draft of "A Crazy Little Thing Called Love: The Musical." Hank looks for inspiration from Faith to help get him to the next level. Becca contemplates alternate careers. Charlie and Stu join forces to win back Marcy, but first, they'll have to pry her from the man-hating clutches of Ophelia Robbins.

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Directed by Seith MannGuest stars Stephen Tobolowsky, Maggie Wheeler, Tim Minchin, Maggie Grace, Liz Fenning

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Episode 9

Mad Dogs & Englishmen

28m6.7 / 10

Atticus throws a party. Faith provides the girls, The Dealer provides the recreation and Hank's old friend provides the entertainment. Hank gets a taste of his own medicine with Karen. Atticus tries to recreate rock and roll folklore with one of his biggest fans while Charlie reunites with The Widow.

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Directed by Adam BernsteinGuest stars Stephen Tobolowsky, Rob Lowe, Tim Minchin, Maggie Grace, Sarah Wynter, Alanna Ubach, Steve Jones, Jorge Garcia

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Episode 10

Blind Faith

28m7.0 / 10

Hank seeks comfort from Faith, only to find her with Beckett. Hank meets two very important people in Faith’s life. On the home front, Becca has some big news.

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Directed by Adam BernsteinGuest stars Maggie Grace, Keir O'Donnell, Mary Kay Place, Edi Patterson, Noah Harpster, Bill Smitrovich, Tim Minchin

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Episode 11

The Abby

28m7.0 / 10

Hank and Faith join forces to track down Atticus, but Becca is the only person who can really help. Marcy's outing with Ophelia leaves her a little tied up and Charlie's response to a curious message reveals the true feelings between the two exes. Karen has an epiphany about Becca.

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Directed by Michael WeaverGuest stars Jason Beghe, Patrick Fischler, Maggie Wheeler, Tim Minchin, Marcus Folmar, Maggie Grace, Angela Trimbur, Dustin Ybarra

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Episode 12

I'll Lay My Monsters Down

28m7.3 / 10finale

Hank makes a big decision about his future, which affects Faith. Charlie and Marcy also make a decision. The troops are rallied to ensure Atticus makes it to the Greek Theatre for his co-headlining gig with Marilyn Manson. A call from Becca and a visit from a dearly departed friend set Hank in motion.

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Directed by Stephen HopkinsGuest stars Callum Keith Rennie, Tim Minchin, Maggie Grace, Camden Gray, Steve Jones, Marilyn Manson, Keaton Simons, Tree Adams

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Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026

More about Californication

Cast

David DuchovnyHank Moody
Natascha McElhoneKaren van der Beek
Evan HandlerCharlie Runkle
Pamela AdlonMarcy Runkle
Rachel MinerDani
Madeleine MartinBecca Moody
Madeline ZimaMia Lewis
Callum Keith RennieLew Ashby

Credits

Created by
Tom Kapinos
Written by
Tom Kapinos, Gina Fattore, Daisy Gardner, Gabriel Roth, Eric Weinberg, Matt Patterson, Susan McMartin, Ildy Modrovich

Production details

Status
Ended
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
84
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • ShowtimeUnited States
  • Aggressive MediocrityUnited States
  • Showtime NetworksUnited States
  • Totally Commercial FilmsUnited States
  • And Then...United States
  • Twilight Time FilmsUnited States

Themes

addictioncaliforniachangeself-destructionwillpowerwriter