

Californication
2007-08-13 · 28 min / episode · ★ 7.6
A self-loathing, alcoholic writer attempts to repair his damaged relationships with his daughter and her mother while combating sex addiction, a budding drug problem, and the seeming inability to avoid making bad decisions.
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- Creators
- Tom Kapinos
- Production companies
- Aggressive Mediocrity, Showtime Networks, Totally Commercial Films, And Then..., Twilight Time Films
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Ended
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David DuchovnyHank Moody
Natascha McElhoneKaren van der Beek
Evan HandlerCharlie Runkle
Pamela AdlonMarcy RunkleTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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