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About a Boy

TV-PG2014–20152 seasonsNick Hornby
IMDb 7.4

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"You don't have to be family to be family"

Will Freeman lives a charmed existence as the ultimate man-child. After writing a hit song, he was granted a life of free time, free love and freedom from financial woes. He's single, unemployed and loving it. So imagine his surprise when Fiona, a needy single mom and her oddly charming 11-year-old son, Marcus, move in next door and disrupt his perfect world. When Marcus begins dropping by his home unannounced, Will's not so sure about being a kid's new best friend, until, of course, Will discovers that women find single dads irresistible. That changes everything and a deal is struck: Marcus will pretend to be Will's son and, in return, Marcus is allowed to chill at Will's house. Before he realizes it, Will starts to enjoy the visits and even finds himself looking out for the kid. In fact, this newfound friendship may very well teach him a thing or two that he never imagined possible - about himself and caring for others.

ComedyDrama
Based On Novel Or BookWomanizerNeighborSingle MotherSitcom

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What is About a Boy (2014) about?

Will Freeman lives a charmed existence as the ultimate man-child. After writing a hit song, he was granted a life of free time, free love and freedom from financial woes. He's single, unemployed and loving it. So imagine his surprise when Fiona, a needy single mom and her oddly charming 11-year-old son, Marcus, move in next door and disrupt his perfect world. When Marcus begins dropping by his…

Who stars in About a Boy?

About a Boy stars David Walton (Will), Minnie Driver (Fiona), Benjamin Stockham (Marcus), Al Madrigal (Andy), Annie Mumolo (Laurie). The series was created by Nick Hornby.

How many seasons does About a Boy have?

About a Boy has 2 seasons. There are 33 episodes in total.

Is About a Boy worth watching?

About a Boy holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10. Fans of Comedy, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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