---
title: "About a Boy"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/about-a-boy-2014"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 51388
imdb_id: "tt2666270"
status: "Canceled"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 33
runtime_minutes: 22
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 94
content_rating: "TV-PG"
---

# About a Boy (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/about-a-boy-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

About a Boy is an American single-camera sitcom television series that aired on NBC from February 22, 2014, to July 20, 2015. Created in the comedy and drama genres, the show follows Will Freeman, a man-child living a charmed, unemployed life of free time until a needy single mom and her oddly charming eleven-year-old son, Marcus, move in next door and disrupt his world.

The series explores the comedic and dramatic complications that arise when Marcus begins dropping by unannounced and a deal is struck after Will discovers that women find single dads irresistible. Broadcast on NBC, the single-camera sitcom presents character-driven storytelling centered on the evolving relationship between its main characters.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A carefree man-child has his life disrupted by a needy single mom and her eleven-year-old son."

### Why Watch
- Features a unique dynamic between an unemployed songwriter and his young neighbor.
- Explores unexpected friendships and neighborhood disruptions.
- Combines both comedic and dramatic storytelling elements.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The premise relies heavily on the disruption of a carefree lifestyle by unexpected neighbors.
- Tone & Suitability: This television series blends comedy and drama genres suitable for TV-PG audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #man-child, #single-mom, #comedy-drama, #television-series, #sitcom

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus | Xumo Play | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Nick Hornby
- **Networks / Studios**: NBC

## Key Cast Continuity

- **David Walton** as *Will*
- **Minnie Driver** as *Fiona*
- **Benjamin Stockham** as *Marcus*
- **Al Madrigal** as *Andy*
- **Annie Mumolo** as *Laurie*
- **Adrianne Palicki** as *Samantha Lake*
- **Izabela Vidovic** as *Shea*
- **Aaron Fernando** as *Alex*
- **Chris Diamantopoulos** as *Chris*
- **Ava Davila** as *Madison*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream About a Boy?
Streaming availability details can be found on platforms that host NBC television series.

### Q: Is About a Boy worth watching?
The show offers a comedic and dramatic look at an unconventional friendship between a man-child and his young neighbor.

### Q: What is the binge duration for the series?
The series ran on NBC from February 22, 2014, to July 20, 2015.

### Q: Which are the essential episodes?
All episodes contribute to the overarching single-camera sitcom narrative involving Will, Fiona, and Marcus.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [About a Boy — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/51388)
- [About a Boy (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/About_a_Boy_(TV_series))
- [About a Boy 66% (2014) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/434185-about-a-boy)
- [About a Boy (2014) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/343490-about-a-boy/prehled/)
- [About a Boy (2014–2015) | SerialZone.cz](https://www.serialzone.cz/serial/about-a-boy/)
- [About a boy - Nick Hornby - Nyní doprava zdarma od 499 Kč](https://knihobot.cz/g/253320)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*