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How to Be a Gentleman

Series Overview

How to Be a Gentleman, inspired by the book of the same name, is a comedy about the unlikely friendship between a traditional, refined writer and an unrefined personal trainer. Andrew Carlson (David Hornsby) is an etiquette columnist whose devotion to ideals from a more civilized time has lead to a life detached from modern society. Infectiously optimistic, Bert Lansing (Kevin Dillon) is a reformed "bad boy" from Andrew's past who inherited a fitness center, but can still be rude, loud and sloppy. When Andrew's editor, Jerry (Dave Foley), tells him to put a modern, sexy twist on his column or be fired, he hires Bert as a life coach in the hopes of learning to be less "gentle man" and more "real man."

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CanceledScripted
Original Network
CBS
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 9 Episodes

22 min per episode

Air Date Window

2011 – 2012

Premiered: Thu, Sep 29, 2011

Created By
David HornsbyDavid Hornsby

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, Jun 23, 2012

Season 1, Episode 9: “How to Be Shallow”

When Andrew is given the opportunity to ask out a model, he is forced to realize that even a gentleman can be shallow about some things. Meanwhile, Bert discovers that events from his past may be the reason for his commitment issues.

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How to be a Gentleman trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2011-08-22

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Director

David Hornsby

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Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

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United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

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What is How to Be a Gentleman about?

How to Be a Gentleman, inspired by the book of the same name, is a comedy about the unlikely friendship between a traditional, refined writer and an unrefined personal trainer. Andrew Carlson (David Hornsby) is an etiquette columnist whose devotion to ideals from a more civilized time has lead to a life detached from modern society. Infectiously optimistic, Bert Lansing (Kevin Dillon) is a reformed "bad boy" from Andrew's past who inherited a fitness center, but can still be rude, loud and sloppy. When Andrew's editor, Jerry (Dave Foley), tells him to put a modern, sexy twist on his column or be fired, he hires Bert as a life coach in the hopes of learning to be less "gentle man" and more "real man."

How many seasons does How to Be a Gentleman have?

How to Be a Gentleman comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in How to Be a Gentleman?

Key cast members in How to Be a Gentleman include David Hornsby, Kevin Dillon, Dave Foley, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Rhys Darby.

Who created or directed How to Be a Gentleman?

How to Be a Gentleman was developed and directed by David Hornsby.