Togetherness
GenreComedy drama
Created by
Written by
  • Jay Duplass
  • Mark Duplass
Directed by
  • Jay Duplass
  • Mark Duplass
Starring
ComposerMichael Andrews
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons2
No. of episodes16 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producers
ProducerSteve Zissis
Production locationLos Angeles
Camera setupSingle camera
Running time25–29 minutes
Production companies
Release
Original networkHBO
Original releaseJanuary 11, 2015 (2015-01-11) –
April 10, 2016 (2016-04-10)

Togetherness is an American comedy-drama television series created by Mark Duplass, Jay Duplass and Steve Zissis. It is primarily written and directed by the Duplass brothers, and stars Mark Duplass, Melanie Lynskey, Amanda Peet, Steve Zissis, and Abby Ryder Fortson. The series focuses on themes such as marriage and friendship.

The show's first season premiered on HBO on January 11, 2015.[1] The series was renewed for an eight-episode second season, which premiered on February 21, 2016.[2]

On March 25, 2016 Togetherness was canceled after two seasons.[3]

Cast

Main

Recurring

Episodes

Main article: List of Togetherness episodes
SeasonEpisodesOriginally aired
First airedLast aired
18January 11, 2015 (2015-01-11)March 8, 2015 (2015-03-08)
28February 21, 2016 (2016-02-21)April 10, 2016 (2016-04-10)

Production

In January 2013, HBO ordered the pilot for the series with, Mark Duplass and Jay Duplass writing, directing, and executive producing the series, with Stephanie Langhoff under their Duplass Brothers Productions banner.[4] In March 2013, it was revealed that Amanda Peet, Melanie Lynskey and Steve Zissis joined the cast of the series.[5] In May 2013, it was revealed that Mark Duplass would be starring in the pilot in the lead role.[6] In July 2013, the pilot was picked up to series, with Steve Zissis now joining as a consultant producer and writer.[7] In January 2016, Katie Aselton joined the series in a recurring role.[8] Michael Andrews composed the score for the series.[9]

Reception

Critical response

The first season received positive reviews from many critics. Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes gave the first season a 93% approval rating, with an average rating of 8.08 out of 10 based on 43 critic reviews. The critical consensus reads: "Togetherness is a delightful surprise that interweaves day-to-day life with moving, dramatic characters who have an affinity for deprecating, squirmy humor."[10] Metacritic gave the first season a score of 79 based on 23 critic reviews, indicating "generally favorable reviews".[11] IGN reviewer Matt Fowler gave the entire first season an 8.3 out of 10, saying that "The Duplass brothers, along with several wonderful performances, have managed to take an oft-trodden road and paved it fresh."[12]

The second season continued to receive positive reviews from critics. Rotten Tomatoes gave the second season an 88% approval rating, with an average rating of 7.42 out of 10 based on 17 critic reviews. The critical consensus reads: "Togetherness returns with its charm intact, though its compelling characters could stand to have a few more laughs."[13] On Metacritic, it has a score of 73 out of 100 based on 12 reviews, indicating "generally favorable reviews".[14] Alan Sepinwall of HitFix wrote, "The stories are told with such intimacy, such empathy, and such attention to detail, that it transcends labels and generalities" and that the show is "even better this year".[15]

Accolades

For the 5th Critics' Choice Television Awards, Melanie Lynskey was nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series and Peter Gallagher was nominated for Best Guest Performer in a Comedy Series.[16]

International broadcast

In Canada, the series aired on HBO Canada simultaneously with the American broadcast, and premiered on January 11, 2015.[17] In Australia, the series premiered on April 21, 2015, on Showcase.[18]

References

  1. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (November 6, 2014). "HBO Confirms Jan. 11 debut for 'Girls', 'Togetherness', & 'Looking'". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on November 8, 2014. Retrieved November 7, 2014.
  2. ^ Petski, Denise (October 29, 2015). "'Vinyl', 'Girls' & 'Togetherness' Get February Premiere Dates On HBO". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on November 21, 2018. Retrieved January 1, 2016.
  3. ^ Travers, Ben (March 25, 2016). "Mark & Jay Duplass' HBO Series 'Togetherness' Canceled After Season 2". Indiewire. Archived from the original on March 26, 2016. Retrieved March 25, 2016.
  4. ^ Goldberg, Lesley (January 24, 2013). "Comedy From Mark and Jay Duplass Lands Pilot Order at HBO". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on April 23, 2016. Retrieved April 12, 2016.
  5. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (March 15, 2013). "Amanda Peet To Star In Duplass Brothers' HBO Comedy Pilot 'Togetherness'". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on April 23, 2016. Retrieved April 12, 2016.
  6. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (May 6, 2013). "Mark Duplass To Star In His And Jay Duplass' HBO Comedy Pilot 'Togetherness'". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on April 23, 2016. Retrieved April 12, 2016.
  7. ^ Goldberg, Lesley. "Duplass Brothers Comedy Gets Series Order at HBO". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on July 20, 2013. Retrieved July 19, 2013.
  8. ^ Petski, Denise (January 15, 2016). "Katie Aselton Joins HBO's 'Togetherness' Season 2". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on April 2, 2016. Retrieved April 12, 2016.
  9. ^ "Michael Andrews to score HBO's 'Togetherness'". Film Music Reporter. December 8, 2014. Archived from the original on April 9, 2016. Retrieved April 12, 2016.
  10. ^ "Togetherness: Season 1". Rotten Tomatoes. Archived from the original on February 6, 2015. Retrieved January 28, 2015.
  11. ^ "Togetherness: Season 1". Metacritic. Archived from the original on June 21, 2020. Retrieved January 28, 2015.
  12. ^ Fowler, Matt (January 11, 2015). "Togetherness: Season 1 Review". IGN. Archived from the original on January 15, 2015. Retrieved January 28, 2015.
  13. ^ "Togetherness: Season 2". Rotten Tomatoes. Archived from the original on February 19, 2022. Retrieved June 20, 2020.
  14. ^ "Togetherness: Season 2". Metacritic. Archived from the original on February 22, 2016. Retrieved February 23, 2016.
  15. ^ Sepinwall, Alan (February 19, 2016). "In praise of 'Togetherness,' a very small show with very big emotions". HitFix. Archived from the original on February 22, 2016. Retrieved February 23, 2016.
  16. ^ "Justified, Broad City, Empire, Mom, 24, Jane The Virgin, Transparent Lead the 2015 Critics Choice Nominations". TVLine. May 6, 2015. Archived from the original on May 8, 2015. Retrieved May 8, 2015.
  17. ^ "This January on HBO Canada: HBO's New Series TOGETHERNESS Debuts, GIRLS, LOOKING, REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER, and BANSHEE Return" (Press release). HBO Canada. December 18, 2014. Archived from the original on March 3, 2016. Retrieved February 20, 2016.
  18. ^ "APRIL on FOXTEL: Game Of Thrones, Mad Men, Wentworth, Deadline Gallipoli and 200+ other new shows". The Green Room. Foxtel. March 30, 2015. Archived from the original on April 2, 2015. Retrieved March 31, 2015.

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