---
title: "Martin & Orloff"
year: 2002
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/martin-orloff-2002"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 29832
imdb_id: "tt0283469"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 19
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Martin & Orloff (2002) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/martin-orloff-2002

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Martin & Orloff is a 2002 feature film classified as a comedy that tells the story of a marketing man and his shrink, following a suicide attempt and a softball game. Written by and starring Matt Walsh and Ian Roberts alongside Katie Roberts, the movie also features cast members such as H. Jon Benjamin and was directed by Lawrence Blume.

The film features notable cultural ties to the Upright Citizens Brigade comedy troupe and incorporates eclectic elements including a PHD-toting stripper, a deranged Desert Storm vet, a giant sparerib costume, and the world's largest peenis, balancing John Woo-style violence with Steel Magnolia-esque pathos over its one hour and twenty-seven minute runtime.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A marketing man recently tried to kill himself, and his psychiatrist may finish the job."

### Why Watch
- Written by and starring Matt Walsh and Ian Roberts of the Upright Citizens Brigade comedy troupe.
- Features a colorful mix of characters including a PHD-toting stripper and a deranged Desert Storm vet.
- Combines John Woo-style violence with Steel Magnolia-esque pathos.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The premise involves a suicide attempt and a potentially dangerous psychiatrist.
- Tone & Suitability: It is a 2002 comedy film featuring elements of John Woo-style violence and Steel Magnolia-esque pathos with a runtime of one hour and twenty-seven minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #comedy, #2002-film, #marketing-man, #psychiatrist, #suicide-attempt, #upright-citizens-brigade, #feature-film

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Lawrence Blume

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ian Roberts** as *Martin Flam*
- **Matt Walsh** as *Dr. Eric Orloff*
- **H. Jon Benjamin** as *Keith*
- **Amy Poehler** as *Patty*
- **Kim Raver** as *Kashia*
- **Matt Besser**
- **Les Mau** as *Mr.Chan*
- **David Cross**
- **Amanda Jane Stern** as *Brownie*
- **Katie Roberts** as *Donna*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Martin & Orloff?
Streaming availability is not provided in the source materials.

### Q: Whether it is worth watching?
It features members of the Upright Citizens Brigade comedy troupe and a blend of intense and comedic elements.

### Q: What is the binge duration?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and twenty-seven minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes?
Martin & Orloff is a 2002 feature film rather than a television series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Martin & Orloff — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/29832)
- [Martin & Orloff (2002) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0283469/fullcredits/)
- [Martin & Orloff - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_%26_Orloff)
- [Martin & Orloff (2002) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/29832-martin-orloff/cast)
- [Martin & Orloff Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/martin-orloff/17233/credits/)

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