About a Boy

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  • TV-PG
  • 2014
  • 2 Seasons
  • 7.4  (8,860)

About a Boy is an American sitcom that premiered on NBC in February 2014. It is based on the novel of the same name by Nick Hornby, which was also adapted into a hit movie in 2002. The show follows the story of a bachelor named Will Freeman, played by David Walton, who is living a carefree life with no responsibilities or commitments.

One day, Will meets Fiona, played by Minnie Driver, a single mother with a quirky and eccentric personality. Fiona's son, Marcus, played by Benjamin Stockham, soon becomes a regular presence in Will's life, and the two form an unlikely friendship. Will, who initially sees Marcus as a nuisance, gradually starts to develop a fatherly bond with him and becomes more involved in his life. The show focuses on the evolving relationship between Will and Marcus, as well as the challenges they face together.

Monica Ruiz plays the role of Sam, one of Will's love interests. She is a free-spirited musician who catches Will's eye early in the series. However, their relationship encounters hurdles along the way, and they struggle to maintain a stable bond. Despite this, Sam remains a prominent figure in the show, and her interactions with Will and Marcus often provide comic relief.

The show is known for its mix of humor and heartwarming moments. The dynamic between the main characters is engaging and relatable, and viewers are drawn in by their relatable struggles and triumphs. The show's themes of family, friendship, and love are explored in a lighthearted and entertaining way.

About a Boy received praise for its writing, acting, and direction, and was well-received by audiences. While the show only ran for two seasons, it remains a beloved gem in the world of television, and its characters and themes continue to resonate with viewers.

In conclusion, About a Boy is a charming and heartfelt sitcom that explores the unconventional friendship between a bachelor and a young boy. Monica Ruiz's portrayal of Sam adds to the show's comedic and romantic flavor, and her interactions with the main characters are a highlight of the series. Despite its short run, About a Boy remains a standout in the world of sitcoms, and is a must-watch for fans of the genre.

About a Boy is a series that ran for 2 seasons (33 episodes) between February 22, 2014 and on NBC

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About A Love in the Air
20. About A Love in the Air
July 20, 2015
Marcus is reeling after his breakup with Shea, and Will and Fiona have opposing theories and methods of how to help him get over his first great heartbreak. It all comes to a head at the dance where Marcus very publically tries to win Shea back. And Liz, frustrated with Will's attachment to Fiona and Marcus, finally breaks up with Will. Will blames Fiona for everything. And after a huge argument Will and Fiona end up kissing.
About a Self Defense
19. About a Self Defense
July 20, 2015
Much to Will's dismay, Fiona and Liz begin to bond until she starts to notice how unconventional Will's relationship is with Fiona and Marcus. Elsewhere Marcus tries to take Shea out on a romantic date, but instead of falling deeper for Marcus, Shea begins to have feelings for Liz's son Clay.
About Another Boy
18. About Another Boy
July 20, 2015
Even with things heating up in his relationship with Liz, Will's not ready to start throwing around the word "girlfriend." Meanwhile, Fiona and Marcus are determined to patch things up between Andy and Laurie, whether they want their help or not.
About a Babymoon
17. About a Babymoon
July 20, 2015
When a fight leads Andy and Laurie to separate vacations, Will struggles to handle an out of control Andy in Las Vegas while Fiona works to patch Laurie and Andy's marriage. Meanwhile, Marcus tries to get his hands on a novel that he believes is the key to his relationship with Shea.
About a Memory Hole
16. About a Memory Hole
July 20, 2015
Will is riding the emotional high of his budding romance with Liz the bartender. His high however runs in direct contrast to Fiona's emotional low after her breakup with Mr. Chris. Out of solidarity, Will pledges his complete emotional support to Fiona during what turns out to be a day-long mourning ritual. But when Liz invites Will to spend a few hours of free time with her on the same day, their first real date, Will is forced to juggle his commitment to both Fiona and Liz.
About a Trunk
15. About a Trunk
July 20, 2015
Just as Fiona is ready to deepen her relationship with Chris by telling him that she loves him, Will uncovers a secret about Chris that may change everything. At first he believes Chris is cheating on Fiona only to find out that he may be leaving town for a new job offer. Meanwhile, when Marcus discovers that having a girlfriend costs money, he ends up working for a very unlikely boss: Laurie.
About a Boyfriend
14. About a Boyfriend
February 17, 2015
Will and Fiona are surprised when Shea and Marcus become official. However, Shea's idea of a boyfriend translates closer to a personal assistant than a companion.
About a Cat Party
13. About a Cat Party
February 10, 2015
Will and TJ go on the prowl on Valentine's Day. Marcus tries to make things official with Shea.
About a Prostitute
12. About a Prostitute
February 3, 2015
Will starts teaching guitar lessons to earn extra cash. However, after a fling with his student's mom, Andy thinks Will is being paid for more than just his musical expertise.
About a Hook
11. About a Hook
January 27, 2015
After music mogul Johnny Idalis takes time to listen to Will's new song, he makes a suggestion; Marcus is frustrated with his mother's burgeoning relationship and leaves to crash with Will.
About a Boy Becoming a Man
10. About a Boy Becoming a Man
January 13, 2015
When Will discovers Andy was invited to music mogul Johnny Idalis' son's Bar Mitzah, he demands that Andy take him so that he can get publicity for his music. With a push from Shea, Marcus convinces Fiona to let him stay home alone while she is on a date with Chris.
About a Manniversary
9. About a Manniversary
January 6, 2015
To celebrate their first year of friendship, Marcus convinces Will to take him to the Golden Gate FemFest. Will tries to sneak them in backstage to fulfill Marcus' dreams of meeting Lisa Loeb, who is headlining the festival.
About a Christmas Carol
8. About a Christmas Carol
December 9, 2014
Will fails to enjoy the Christmas activities. With the lawsuit still pending, Laurie advises him to settle and move on with his life.
About a Duck
7. About a Duck
December 2, 2014
Anxious about her first real date with Mr. Chris, Fiona wants Dakota to accompany her as a wingman. Will ends up tagging along as well and tries to impress Dakota.
About a Balcony
6. About a Balcony
November 25, 2014
Marcus gets to play Romeo for a school production featuring Shakespeare scenes.
About an Angry Ex
5. About an Angry Ex
November 18, 2014
Will's ex-girlfriend Stacy sues him, claiming she co-wrote his song "Runaway Sleigh." Will hopes that Fiona can help to drop the lawsuit.
About a Bad Girl
4. About a Bad Girl
November 4, 2014
Marcus starts crushing on a girl who has a knack for trouble.
About a Will-O-Ween
3. About a Will-O-Ween
October 28, 2014
Despite her distaste for Halloween, Fiona attends Will's annual party. Will tries to show Marcus some Halloween fun.
About a House for Sale
2. About a House for Sale
October 21, 2014
Will is counseled to sell his home in San Francisco to fix his money problems.
About a Vasectomy
1. About a Vasectomy
October 14, 2014
In the second season premiere, Will returns to San Francisco to sort out his finances and gets roped into helping Andy find out if Laurie is pregnant.
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Where to Watch About a Boy
About a Boy is available for streaming on the NBC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch About a Boy on demand at Amazon, Vudu, Microsoft Movies & TV, Google Play and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    February 22, 2014
  • IMDB Rating
    7.4  (8,860)