Mr. Sunshine
“Oh, joy.”
Series Overview
Ben Donovan is a self-involved manager of a second-rate San Diego sports arena who begins to re-evaluate his life on his 40th birthday. Working alongside him is his boss and arena owner, Crystal--attractive, powerful and highly erratic; Alice--the cute, tomboyish marketing director and Ben's friend with benefits; Alonzo--a former basketball player, handsome and unbelievably happy; Ben's assistant, Heather--pretty, sweet, but terrifying because she once lit a boyfriend on fire; Crystal's son, Roman--sweet-faced, clueless and Ben's newest employee; and a hapless operations crew whom Ben refers to collectively as the "Steves."
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 9 Episodes
22–30 min per episode
2011 – 2011
Premiered: Wed, Feb 9, 2011
Matthew PerryLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 9: “Ben and Vivian”
Ben is in for a surprise when his one-night-stand turns out to be Crystal's new assistant, Vivian. When Ben and Vivian try to continue their "no strings attached" relationship, Ben discovers something about himself. Meanwhile, Crystal's efforts to be a responsible mom to Roman are derailed, and the mascot sends Alonzo over the edge.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matthew Perry, Marc Firek, Alex Barnow
Matthew Carlson, Marc Firek, Jamie Tarses, Matthew Perry, Thomas Schlamme
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
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What is Mr. Sunshine about?
Ben Donovan is a self-involved manager of a second-rate San Diego sports arena who begins to re-evaluate his life on his 40th birthday. Working alongside him is his boss and arena owner, Crystal--attractive, powerful and highly erratic; Alice--the cute, tomboyish marketing director and Ben's friend with benefits; Alonzo--a former basketball player, handsome and unbelievably happy; Ben's assistant, Heather--pretty, sweet, but terrifying because she once lit a boyfriend on fire; Crystal's son, Roman--sweet-faced, clueless and Ben's newest employee; and a hapless operations crew whom Ben refers to collectively as the "Steves."
How many seasons does Mr. Sunshine have?
Mr. Sunshine comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Mr. Sunshine?
Key cast members in Mr. Sunshine include Matthew Perry, Andrea Anders, James Lesure, Nate Torrence, Allison Janney.
Who created or directed Mr. Sunshine?
Mr. Sunshine was developed and directed by Matthew Perry, Marc Firek, Alex Barnow.