The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling
Series Overview
The story of legendary comedian Garry Shandling, featuring interviews from nearly four dozen friends, family and colleagues; four decades’ worth of television appearances; and a lifetime of personal journals, private letters and home audio and video footage.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 2 Episodes
120 min per episode
2018 – 2018
Premiered: Mon, Mar 26, 2018
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Part 2”
In 2016, comedy legend Garry Shandling's unexpected death sent shockwaves through the entertainment world. Although he is widely remembered as a top stand-up comedian and the star of one of TV's most innovative sitcoms, "The Larry Sanders Show," to those close to him, the "real" Garry Shandling is far more complex. Shandling's longtime friend and onetime mentee, Judd Apatow, has created a remarkable portrait of an iconic comedian in this revealing two-part documentary. The film features a wealth of insights from Shandling's personal diaries, along with reflections by his closest friends, family and collaborators.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling (2018) Official Trailer | HBOOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-02-22
Cast & Creators
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Garry Shandling
Self (archive footage)
Judd Apatow
Self
Kevin Nealon
Self
Mike Shandling
Self
Eric Cohen
Self
Merrill Markoe
Self
Gavin de Becker
Self
Lewis Smith
Self
John Markus
Self
Bob Saget
Self
Dave Coulier
Self
Jay Leno
Self
Chuck Schumacher
Self
Bruce Grayson
Self
Ed Solomon
Self
Brad Grey
Self (archive footage)
Paul Willson
Self
Alan Zweibel
Self
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Judd Apatow
Mike Andrews
Matt Bass, Jonathan Furmanski
Joe Beshenkovsky
Judd Apatow, Sam Fishell, Amanda Glaze, Sheila Nevins
Department Leadership Roster
Sam Fishell
Producer
Amanda Glaze
Producer
Joe Beshenkovsky
Editor
Matt Bass
Director of Photography
Jonathan Furmanski
Director of Photography
Judd Apatow
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
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What is The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling about?
The story of legendary comedian Garry Shandling, featuring interviews from nearly four dozen friends, family and colleagues; four decades’ worth of television appearances; and a lifetime of personal journals, private letters and home audio and video footage.
How many seasons does The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling have?
The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling?
Key cast members in The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling include Garry Shandling, Judd Apatow, Kevin Nealon, Mike Shandling, Eric Cohen.
Who created or directed The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling?
The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling was developed and directed by Judd Apatow.