The Riches 2007
“It's a wonderful lie”
What is The Riches?
"The Riches" is a television series that premiered in 2007. The show revolves around a family of crooks who embark on a new venture.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2007
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 20
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- Mar 12, 2007
- Last aired
- Apr 29, 2008
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- FX
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy
- Updated
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"The Riches" is a television series that premiered in 2007. The show revolves around a family of crooks who embark on a new venture. The family assumes the identity of an upper-middle-class suburban clan, relocating to the Deep South. This drastic change in lifestyle sets the stage for a complex exploration of their experiences in their new environment. The series delves into the challenges and consequences of their deception, as they navigate their new surroundings and interact with their neighbors. The show's setting provides a unique backdrop for the family's struggles to maintain their facade and adapt to their new life. The series explores themes of identity, class, and the intricacies of human relationships. The show's focus on the family's experiences and interactions with their new community drives the narrative, creating a rich and complex portrayal of their lives.
Should you watch it?
“A family of con artists poses as an upper-middle-class Southern household.”
- Sharp blend of drama and comedy
- Explores identity and deception themes
- Strong performances in morally ambiguous story
- TV-MA rating limits younger viewers
- Series lasted only two seasons
Watch it if you enjoy darkly comic dramas about family deception.
The series contains mature themes and language, making it suitable for adult audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
- E1 Pilot Mar 12, 2007
- E2 Believe the Lie Mar 19, 2007
- E3 Operation Education Mar 26, 2007
- E4 Been There, Done That Apr 2, 2007
- E5 The Big Floss Apr 9, 2007
- E6 Reckless Gardening Apr 16, 2007
- E7 Virgin Territory Apr 23, 2007
- E8 X Spots the Mark Apr 30, 2007
- E9 Cinderella May 7, 2007
- E10 This Is Your Brain on Drugs May 14, 2007
- E11 Anything Hugh Can Do, I Can Do Better May 21, 2007
- E12 It's a Wonderful Lie May 28, 2007
- E13 Waiting for Dogot Jun 4, 2007
Season 2 · 7 episodes
- E1 The Last Temptation of Wayne Mar 18, 2008
- E2 Friday Night Lights Mar 25, 2008
- E3 Field of Dreams Apr 1, 2008
- E4 Slums of Bayou Hills Apr 8, 2008
- E5 Trust Never Sleeps Apr 15, 2008
- E6 Dead Calm Apr 22, 2008
- E7 The Lying King Apr 29, 2008
Frequently asked questions
When did The Riches originally air?
It aired from March 12, 2007 to April 29, 2008 on FX.
Which network broadcast The Riches?
It was broadcast on the FX network.
What genre does the series combine?
The Riches mixes drama and comedy.
What is the series' content rating?
It carries a TV-MA rating.
How many seasons did the show run?
The series ran for two seasons, ending in 2008.