---
title: "Huff"
year: 2004
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/huff-2004"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 2302
imdb_id: "tt0409570"
status: "Canceled"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 26
runtime_minutes: 52
community_rating: 7.7
vote_count: 37
content_rating: "TV-MA"
---

# Huff (2004) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/huff-2004

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Huff is an American comedy-drama television series that aired on Showtime from November 7, 2004, to June 25, 2006. Created as a television series, the show stars Hank Azaria as Dr. Craig Huffstodt, a family man and successful psychiatrist who faces a wake-up-call tragedy with a patient.

The series explores the complexities of Dr. Huffstodt's professional and private world, blending dramatic and comedic elements as he navigates a crisis. As a Showtime production from the mid-2000s, it contributes to the network's legacy of character-driven contemporary dramas.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A successful psychiatrist experiences a life-altering wake-up call after a tragedy involving a patient."

### Why Watch
- Stars Hank Azaria as psychiatrist Dr. Craig Huffstodt.
- Explores the personal and professional life of a successful psychiatrist.
- Aired on Showtime from November 7, 2004, to June 25, 2006.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It carries a TV-MA rating, indicating mature content.
- Tone & Suitability: This is a drama series rated TV-MA with mature themes suitable for adult viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #psychiatry, #family-life, #midlife-crisis, #drama, #comedy-drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | The Roku Channel, Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Bob Lowry
- **Networks / Studios**: Showtime

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hank Azaria** as *Craig Huffstodt*
- **Paget Brewster** as *Beth Huffstodt*
- **Oliver Platt** as *Russell Tupper*
- **Anton Yelchin** as *Byrd Huffstodt*
- **Andy Comeau** as *Teddy Huffstodt*
- **Blythe Danner** as *Isabelle Huffstodt*
- **Faith Prince** as *Kelly Knippers*
- **Liza Lapira** as *Maggie Del Rosario*
- **Kimberly Brooks** as *Paula Dellahouse*
- **Nichole Galicia** as *Pepper*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Huff?
Streaming availability details can be found on platforms like The Movie Database (TMDB).

### Q: Whether it is worth watching?
The series stars Hank Azaria and follows a psychiatrist dealing with a major wake-up call, making it appealing for drama fans.

### Q: What is the binge duration?
The series originally aired on Showtime from November 7, 2004, to June 25, 2006.

### Q: What are the essential episodes?
Specific essential episodes are not detailed in the provided sources.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Huff — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/2302)
- [Huff (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Huff_(TV_series))
- [Huff (TV Series 2004–2006) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0409570/)
- [Huff [!Huff] (2004): Obsazení, herci, tvůrci a postavy…](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/343103-huff/tvurci)
- [Huff (2004 - 2006) - další díly](https://www.sms.cz/serial/huff-2004/serie)
- [Huff (2004, seriál) - FDb.cz](https://www.fdb.cz/serial/100470-huff)

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