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The Birthday Boys

Series Overview

"The Birthday Boys" is a scripted original sketch comedy, executive produced by Bob Odenkirk ("Breaking Bad", "Mr. Show") and Ben Stiller ("The Secret Life of Walter Mitty", "Zoolander"). The series features the Los Angeles comedy group of the same name (UCB Theatre Los Angeles, Just for Laughs Festival) along with Odenkirk and is in the classic vein of absurd/silly/smart/funny variety shows ("Mr. Show", Monty Python), featuring sketches that twist real-life moments and cultural touchstones.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

CanceledScripted
Original Network
IFC
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 20 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

2013 – 2014

Premiered: Fri, Oct 18, 2013

Created By
Ben StillerBen Stiller
Bob OdenkirkBob Odenkirk

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Fri, Dec 19, 2014

Season 2, Episode 10: “Season Finale”

The Birthday Boys take a nostalgic look back at the greatest summer of their lives. Vignettes follow them from street fights to secret gardens and hidden caverns.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ben Stiller, Bob Odenkirk

Screenplay & Story

David Ferguson

Department Leadership Roster

David Ferguson

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-14

TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-14

Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Birthday Boys.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Birthday Boys

Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.

What is The Birthday Boys about?

"The Birthday Boys" is a scripted original sketch comedy, executive produced by Bob Odenkirk ("Breaking Bad", "Mr. Show") and Ben Stiller ("The Secret Life of Walter Mitty", "Zoolander"). The series features the Los Angeles comedy group of the same name (UCB Theatre Los Angeles, Just for Laughs Festival) along with Odenkirk and is in the classic vein of absurd/silly/smart/funny variety shows ("Mr. Show", Monty Python), featuring sketches that twist real-life moments and cultural touchstones.

How many seasons does The Birthday Boys have?

The Birthday Boys comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Birthday Boys?

Key cast members in The Birthday Boys include Jefferson Dutton, David Ferguson, Mike Hanford, Tim Kalpakis, Matt Kowalick.

Who created or directed The Birthday Boys?

The Birthday Boys was developed and directed by Ben Stiller, Bob Odenkirk.