December 12, 2024
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Bookie is back for another eight episodes! The hilarious and highly entertaining original comedy from MAX follows veteran Los Angeles bookie Danny (Sebastian Maniscalco) as the potential legalization of sports gambling in California threatens to upend his business for good. Alongside best friend and former NFL player Ray (Omar J. Dorsey), side-hustling sister Lorraine (Vanessa Ferlito), and reluctantly reformed drug dealer Hector (Jorge Garcia), Danny must contend with his increasingly unstable clients as he tries to settle their debts — all while making plenty of risky bets of his own. The second season premiered exclusively on MAX on December 12 and will release new episodes every week until the finale on January 30, 2025.
Created and executive produced by Nick Bakay and Chuck Lorre (The Big Bang Theory, Two and a Half Men) with production companies Warner Bros. Television, the first season was met with critical praise as the season showcased the gritty world of sports betting infused with humor and celebrity clients as a few Hollywood familiar faces made cameos as themselves, including Charlie Sheen.
The series stars
Sebastian Maniscalco as Danny
Omar Dorsey as Ray
Andrea Anders as Sandra
Vanessa Ferlito as Lorraine
Jorge Garcia as Hector
Maxim Swinton as Anthony
Rob Corddry as Walt
Arnetia Walker as Grandma
Toby Huss as Carl
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A lot happened in season 1 as Grandma and John exchanged wedding vows, and Danny realized that he could not live without his girlfriend, who left him after issuing him an ultimatum between her and his lifestyle. Season 2 promises that old habits die hard as both Danny and Ray try to navigate their personal lives with their shady dealings. This season will introduce us to new clients, which means more celebrity guest appearances, including Zach Braff, Ray Romano, and Brad Garret.
Never taking itself too seriously, Bookie is laugh-out-loud funny with perfect comedic timings and performances that illicit genuine laughter. The series finds the right balance, hitting all the right notes and providing genuine entertainment.
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All episodes of season 1 are currently streaming on MAX, with season 2 premiering today.
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