Series synopsis
Friends with Benefits is an American drama comedy television series that premiered on NBC on August 5, 2011. It ended on September 9, 2011. It was created by Michael H. Weber, Scott Neustadter. It stars Ryan Hansen, Danneel Ackles, Zach Cregger and André Holland.
Revolving around a group of twentysomething singles as they navigate the difficult, sometimes rewarding, often confusing world of dating. Loyal and devoted to one another, these friends are never too busy to help a member of the group who might be in need. In fact, their companionship often extends into a more intimate setting - the bedroom.
Premise
Revolving around a group of twentysomething singles as they navigate the difficult, sometimes rewarding, often confusing world of dating. Loyal and devoted to one another, these friends are never too busy to help a member of the group who might be in need. In fact, their companionship often extends into a more intimate setting - the bedroom.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Ryan Hansen as Ben Lewis
- Danneel Ackles as Sara Maxwell
- Zach Cregger as Aaron Greenway
- André Holland as Julian 'Fitz' Fitzgerald
- Jessica Lucas as Riley Elliott
- Jennifer Chang as Ula
- Ali Cobrin as Hope Prater
- Abby Wathen as Clementine
Guest cast
- Scott Michael Foster as Daniel
- Nicky Whelan as Colleen
- Camille Guaty as Katie Finelli
- Alexandra Holden as Dakota
- Tug Coker as Rich
- Michael G. Canaan as Dirty Mike
- Cameron Goodman as Molly
- Robert Covarrubias as Horse Trainer
- Eben Ham as Golf Pro
- Rachelle Wood as Ben's Date
- Deborah Benson as Ben's Mom
- Harmon Jones as Aaron (11 Year Old)
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 13 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 1 | September 16, 2011 | September 16, 2011 |
| Season 1 | 12 | August 5, 2011 | September 9, 2011 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Benefit of Full Disclosure Ben and Sarah go on their first double date together with another set of friends who show fluctuating interest in them. Elsewhere, Riley's new boyfriend introduces the concept of "full disclosure,” and a reluctant Aaron mediates a "truth off" between Riley and Fitz to see who is better at handling brutal honesty. |
September 16, 2011 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pilot When Ben is confronted with needing a date to his sister's wedding, Sarah begins to worry that their arrangement is becoming too serious. Their friend Aaron Greenway, a successful tech genius, is not quite sure what to make of Ben and Sara's complicated friendship, but he, along with the smooth ladykiller Julian "Fitz" Fitzgerald and the gorgeous, free-spirited Riley Elliott, are all distracted with their own dating trials and tribulations. |
August 5, 2011 |
| 2 |
The Benefit of the Mute Button Ben and Sarah choose to bring their physical relationship to a halt when Sarah begins dating a co-worker who she thinks might be boyfriend material. Elsewhere, Aaron takes his relationship with Riley more seriously than she does and shows up to meet her for what he believes to be a dinner date, but quickly realizes things aren't what they seem. |
August 5, 2011 |
| 3 |
The Benefit of the Unspoken Dynamic When Aaron becomes depressed over an ex-girlfriend getting engaged, Ben and Fitz decide to take him out for a night on the town, only to end up arguing over a girl. Meanwhile, Sarah tries to befriend Riley and her wild lifestyle by hesitantly attending a party that makes her question her conservative ways. |
August 12, 2011 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | NBC |
|---|---|
| First aired | August 5, 2011 |
| Last aired | September 9, 2011 |
| Runtime | 21 minutes |
| Status | Canceled |