BoJack Horseman: Season 1

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Season Details & Credits

Netflix | Season Premiere Date: August 22, 2014

Starring: Paul F. Tompkins, Will Arnett, Aaron Paul

Summary: An animated comedy about the struggles of the former sitcom star (Will Arnett) who happens to be half-horse, half-man, while living in Los Angeles.

Creator: Raphael Bob-Waksberg

Genre(s): Comedy, Animation, Drama

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E12. Later
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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S1:E11. Downer Ending
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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S1:E10. One Trick Pony
Air Date: August 22, 2014

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Willa Paskin

Aug 22, 2014

BoJack is perhaps a little more clever than it is uproariously funny, but it is often very clever, and, moreover, well-tuned to the ludicrousness of the sort of low-level fame that surrounds BoJack. Read full review

Neil Genzlinger

Aug 25, 2014

Like some of television’s more out-there animated shows, this one is hard to describe beyond broad outlines, because it’s so odd, a combination of droll and naughty that seems improbable but works deliciously. Read full review

Margaret Lyons

Sep 25, 2014

There are so many background jokes and one-liners and silly animals that the show's emotional depth caught me by surprise. Read full review

Erik Adams

Aug 21, 2014

Even with its inventive setting and all-star cast, there’s not enough reason to stick with BoJack Horseman through the first six episodes. Read full review

Rob Owen

Aug 22, 2014

BoJack Horseman gets the particulars of late '80s sitcoms right and has a few scattershot funny moments but it's mostly not a laugh riot. Read full review

David Wiegand

Aug 19, 2014

Oddly enough, although the dialogue is rarely funny, the show is rife with background details suggesting how much potential is wasted here. Read full review

Lori Rackl

Aug 19, 2014

[A] bizarre, Seth MacFarlane-like show that seems to have stemmed from a trippy night on ‘shrooms. In the words of Nancy Reagan, just say no. Read full review

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yukichigai

Aug 25, 2014

I went into this series expecting very little, only to find something unexpectedly hilarious. Hilarious, and sometimes quite deep, too. BoJack Horseman is one of those rare series that mixes complete irreverence with the occasional deep meaningful insight. It's a hard mix to pull off, butI went into this series expecting very little, only to find something unexpectedly hilarious. Hilarious, and sometimes quite deep, too. BoJack Horseman is one of those rare series that mixes complete irreverence with the occasional deep meaningful insight. It's a hard mix to pull off, but the show does it quite well.

Now I won't lie, this isn't the firecracker joke-every-minute type of series. Sometimes it takes a little bit of time to set up the humor, but the payoff is definitely worth it. The first episode in particular took about 10 minutes to really get fully into gear, but once it had established the setting and the setup it got very funny very fast. The jokes are rather funny, but more than that they're sometimes bitingly funny and dark. If that's your kind of humor, this show will deliver, especially since so few shows seem to have that kind of humor.

Another thing BoJack does which few others do is maintain continuity, and usually does so for maximum comedic effect. What would normally be a dumb throw-away joke in another series becomes something that pops up in later episodes, repeatedly in many cases. It allows the show to establish several running jokes, most that only get funnier as they go on.

Probably the biggest surprise for me though were the number of moments when the show got "deep", for lack of a better term. Insightful, meaningful moments... and most of the time still funny as well. The show's not afraid to have dramatic moments (nothing too downer though), and the contrast often makes the humor that much better.

Overall, BoJack Horseman took me by surprise in the best of ways. It is without a doubt one of the funniest animated shows that I've ever watched. There are some funnier shows out there at the moment, but that doesn't make this one any less outstanding. If you like dark, sometimes bleak, often biting humor then you should watch this show.… Expand

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Ghhihhjk

Jul 10, 2015

This show is AMAZING! By far the best show of 2014. The interesting plot and the depth of characters combined with the witty and observational humor that will have you re-watching,rewinding and pausing episodes makes this show not only enjoyable but special. The show has all the elements ofThis show is AMAZING! By far the best show of 2014. The interesting plot and the depth of characters combined with the witty and observational humor that will have you re-watching,rewinding and pausing episodes makes this show not only enjoyable but special. The show has all the elements of drama (which is surprising to many considering its cartoon-ish nature) and the fun invigorating style of a comedy that really makes this show great.… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

Tzortzis

Dec 10, 2018

59 metascore? just wow people..this show isnt just about being funny..all the messages it passes...im so addicted to bojack horseman.Easily top 3 shows of all time,cant say more on how epic this show is...

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EvilMonologue

Aug 24, 2014

This show is worth sticking around for. While each episode may not be as contained and tight of a story as other animated tv shows, the season as a whole lends itself perfectly to Netflix. Over time you learn more about the characters and more about BoJack, and all of them have a lot ofThis show is worth sticking around for. While each episode may not be as contained and tight of a story as other animated tv shows, the season as a whole lends itself perfectly to Netflix. Over time you learn more about the characters and more about BoJack, and all of them have a lot of depth to them. The jokes are funny and clever, and that is one of the shows major strengths. The cleverness of the writing can always warrant at least a grin and a nod, as you think to yourself, "I see what you did there." The voice acting is great and it shows when the show takes more serious and less comical turns. The show explores deep themes and also satirizes the world of celebrities, and this is the reason to stay around. The show, which on it surface is a comedy, is on a deeper level a look at life and also a rewarding one.… Expand

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Triggrd

Dec 14, 2015

[created at the end of season 2]

This series did in 2 seasons what up to this point was nearly impossible by an animated show to achieve due to the fact their writers were mostly either too childish and/or too simple minded to do so. it actually manages it to combine silly nonsense[created at the end of season 2]

This series did in 2 seasons what up to this point was nearly impossible by an animated show to achieve due to the fact their writers were mostly either too childish and/or too simple minded to do so.

it actually manages it to combine silly nonsense surroundings which are undoubtedly funny as heck with some of the deepest and memorable stuff I've seen in such a show yet

This show will make you laugh, cry and will actually teach you how a character is created and changed in a tragically hilarious world all happening in the unique unmasking surroundings of a very lovingly designed anthropomorphic universe.

never thought I would actually yell life advice at a cartoon horse to be honest (until some episode towards the end of season 2)

until now I consider it to be one of the top animated shows out there. so if you like some deepness in your casual shows i think you'll really enjoy it… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

ydnar4

Jun 18, 2015

I wasn't expecting much from Bojack Horseman. It looked like it was just Netflix trying to create their own long running adult cartoon series like the Simpsons or Family Guy. Bojack Horseman is original and does not appear to be stealing anything from other animated shows. I love theI wasn't expecting much from Bojack Horseman. It looked like it was just Netflix trying to create their own long running adult cartoon series like the Simpsons or Family Guy. Bojack Horseman is original and does not appear to be stealing anything from other animated shows. I love the animation, it looks perfect. This show was a serial so you had to watch every episode in order which isn't common for an animated series and the show is far more heartfelt than I expected. There are a lot of hilarious animal related puns but Bojack is a great character and you really want to see him get his redemption. I will be excited for season 2 in July.… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

Broyax

Jan 4, 2017

Qu'est-ce que c'est bidon ! mais pourquoi est-ce autant bidon ? parce que ça sonne creux, banane ! et pourquoi ça sonne creux mon neveu ? parce que c'est vide ! est-ce que c'est drôle au moins, même un peu, rien qu'un petit peu ? bah nan comment veux-tu que ce soit drôle, bordel à cul,Qu'est-ce que c'est bidon ! mais pourquoi est-ce autant bidon ? parce que ça sonne creux, banane ! et pourquoi ça sonne creux mon neveu ? parce que c'est vide ! est-ce que c'est drôle au moins, même un peu, rien qu'un petit peu ? bah nan comment veux-tu que ce soit drôle, bordel à cul, puisque c'est vide !

Franchement, ce canasson parlant qui raconte que des conneries et radote comme un vieux con, direction la boucherie pour sa reconversion en lasagnes !… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 6.5

91
- Season 6.5 Overview
  Air Date: January 31, 2020
Season 6

93
- Season 6 Overview
  Air Date: October 25, 2019
Season 5

92
- Season 5 Overview
  Air Date: September 14, 2018
Season 4

87
- Season 4 Overview
  Air Date: September 8, 2017
Season 3

89
- Season 3 Overview
  Air Date: March 29, 2019
Season 2

90
- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: July 17, 2015
Season 1

59
- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E12. Later
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E11. Downer Ending
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E10. One Trick Pony
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E9. Horse Majeure
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E8. The Telescope
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E7. Say Anything
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E6. Our A-Story Is a "D" Story
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E5. Live Fast, Diane Nguyen
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E4. Zoes and Zeldas
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E3. Prickly-Muffin
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E2. BoJack Hates the Troops
  Air Date: August 22, 2014
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  S1:E1. BoJack Horseman: The BoJack Horseman Story, Chapter One
  Air Date: August 22, 2014