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TV series

Silicon Valley

2014TV-MA6 seasons8.1 / 10

How big is too big?

In the high-tech gold rush of modern Silicon Valley, the people most qualified to succeed are the least capable of handling success. Partially inspired by Mike Judge’s own experiences as a Silicon Valley engineer in the late ‘80s, Silicon Valley is an American sitcom that centers around six programmers who are living together and trying to make it big in the Silicon Valley.

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Synopsis

In the high-tech gold rush of modern Silicon Valley, the people most qualified to succeed are the least capable of handling success. Partially inspired by Mike Judge’s own experiences as a Silicon Valley engineer in the late ‘80s, Silicon Valley is an American sitcom that centers around six programmers who are living together and trying to make it big in the Silicon Valley.

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Episode 1

Grow Fast or Die Slow

29m7.6 / 10

Now that Pied Piper has ample funding and new offices, the pressure to get things right stymies Richard and forces him to grow the company in a way he hadn't planned. A picky Dinesh and Gilfoyle question their ability to make good decisions. After returning to Hooli, Gavin worries about becoming antiquated.

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Directed by Mike JudgeWritten by Ron WeinerGuest stars Rachel Rosenbloom, Chris Williams, Chloé Wepper, Ben Feldman, Jill E. Alexander, Scott Prendergast, Rogelio T. Ramos, Chris Aquilino

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Episode 2

Reorientation

28m7.5 / 10

Panicked by suddenly leading a much larger team, Richard finds himself managing a number of small conflicts in his efforts to unite his new employees. Dinesh celebrates a new purchase that Gilfoyle looks to spoil. Jian-Yang goes to court. Gavin meets pushback over his signature and what it says about him.

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Directed by Mike JudgeWritten by Carson D. MellGuest stars Rachel Rosenbloom, Chris Williams, Andy Daly, Scott Prendergast, Rogelio T. Ramos, Chris Aquilino, Keye Chen, Allison Bills

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Episode 3

Chief Operating Officer

28m7.6 / 10

Encouraged by Jared to strike up a friendship with Dana, a like-minded CEO, Richard instead finds himself charmed by Dana's COO, who challenges his loyalty to Gilfoyle. Facing limited housing options thanks to his impulse purchase, Dinesh searches for a new roommate.

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Directed by Jamie BabbitWritten by Carrie KemperGuest stars Rachel Rosenbloom, Chris Williams, Gita Reddy, Ben Feldman, Chris Aquilino, Armen Weitzman, Benjamin Koldyke, Dan Mintz

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Episode 4

Tech Evangelist

28m7.4 / 10

Attempting to woo a gaming company to PiperNet, Richard inadvertently angers a prized ally. Dinesh deals with a betrayal. In preparation for a big launch, Gavin leaves his underlings with a cryptic message. Jared gets inside information from Big Head.

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Directed by Jamie BabbitWritten by Josh LiebGuest stars Rachel Rosenbloom, Chris Williams, Neil Casey, Scott Prendergast, Rogelio T. Ramos, Armen Weitzman, A.D. Miles, Vishesh Chachra

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Episode 5

Facial Recognition

28m7.6 / 10

Overshadowed by Jared in an on-camera interview, Richard’s confidence wavers further when Laurie and Monica force him to work with Eklow, a new artificial-intelligence company. Gilfoyle worries about the prospect of introducing AI into Pied Piper. Dinesh makes Jared self-conscious ahead of a second interview. Gavin questions his future beyond Hooli.

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Directed by Gillian RobespierreWritten by Graham WagnerGuest stars Rachel Rosenbloom, Chris Williams, Bernard White, Neil Casey, Emily Chang, Chris Aquilino, Kunal Dudheker, Candice Ramirez

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Episode 6

Artificial Emotional Intelligence

28m7.6 / 10

Richard decides to help when Laurie gets in a jam, but his lack of emotional discipline threatens to backfire on Pied Piper. Gavin tries to make a deal with a stubborn partner while abroad. Dinesh relishes a rare win. Jared bonds with a surprising figure.

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Directed by Matt RossWritten by Anthony KingGuest stars Rachel Rosenbloom, Chris Williams, Bernard White, Chris Aquilino, Suzanne Lenz, Tzi Ma, Jeff Grace, Elyssa Phillips

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Episode 7

Initial Coin Offering

28m7.7 / 10

As the Pied Piper guys prepare to close on their Series B funding, Richard receives some unsettling news. Gilfoyle suggests a risky proposition and Monica gets blunt with Richard. Dinesh goes to great lengths to compete with a coworker, while Jared keeps close watch on Richard's new assistant. In search of a better deal, Gavin tries to charm small-town America.

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Directed by Mike JudgeWritten by Clay TarverGuest stars Chris Diamantopoulos, Rachel Rosenbloom, Chris Williams, Ben Feldman, Scott Prendergast, Rogelio T. Ramos, Chris Aquilino, Keye Chen

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Episode 8

Fifty-One Percent

28m8.7 / 10finale

PiperNet launches, but an early success makes Monica suspicious; Richard makes a surprising move; the team races against the clock as its future is threatened.

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Directed by Alec BergWritten by Alec BergGuest stars Rachel Rosenbloom, Angela Ai, Anna Khaja, Ping Wu, Neil Casey, Scott Prendergast, Rogelio T. Ramos, Chris Aquilino

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More about Silicon Valley

Cast

Thomas MiddleditchRichard Hendricks
T.J. MillerErlich Bachman
Zach WoodsDonald 'Jared' Dunn
Kumail NanjianiDinesh Chugtai
Martin StarrBertram Gilfoyle
Amanda CrewMonica Hall
Matt RossGavin Belson
Christopher Evan WelchPeter Gregory

Credits

Created by
Dave Krinsky, Mike Judge, John Altschuler
Written by
Alec Berg, Clay Tarver, Carson D. Mell, Ron Weiner, Carrie Kemper, Dan O'Keefe, Graham Wagner, Adam Countee, Mike Judge, Lew Morton, John Altschuler, Dave Krinsky, Chris Provenzano, Donick Cary

Production details

Status
Ended
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
53
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • HBOUnited States
  • HBOUnited States
  • 3 Arts EntertainmentUnited States
  • Judgemental FilmsUnited States
  • Alec Berg ProductionsUnited States
  • Altschuler Krinsky WorksUnited States

Themes

computernerdprogrammersilicon valleystartup