---
title: "Ugly Americans"
year: 2010
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/ugly-americans-2010"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 32351
imdb_id: "tt1621748"
status: "Canceled"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 31
runtime_minutes: 22
community_rating: 8.2
vote_count: 672
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Ugly Americans (2010) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/ugly-americans-2010

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Ugly Americans, released in 2010, is an animated comedy series that follows the everyday challenges of a supernatural‑infused metropolis. The show centers on social worker Mark Lilly, whose job is to assist newly arrived citizens—both ordinary humans and a variety of fantastical “others”—as they begin the process of adapting to life in the Big Apple. Lilly’s efforts are constantly complicated by the eclectic personalities of his coworkers. Among them is Twayne, a demonic bureaucrat whose bureaucratic methods often hinder rather than help. Leonard Powers, a wizard whose penchant for alcohol frequently interferes with his magical responsibilities, adds another layer of chaos. The law‑enforcement side of the office is overseen by the surly Frank Grimes, whose stern approach to public safety contrasts sharply with the city’s bizarre inhabitants. Grimes’s girlfriend, Callie, also plays a part in the workplace dynamics, further testing Lilly’s attempts to provide effective assistance. Together, this cast navigates the absurdities of a city where the ordinary and the extraordinary intersect, creating a comedic portrait of urban integration.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Social worker Mark Lilly helps new citizens adapt to life in New York City."

### Why Watch
- features a unique blend of humans and supernatural creatures
- follows a social worker navigating a chaotic city

### Caveats & Content Note
- coworkers make the job difficult
- Tone & Suitability: The series is rated TV-14 for animated comedy content.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, comedy, supernatural, bizarre

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Pluto TV | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | 10 | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (14 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 31
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 4 (13%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 27 (87%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: David M. Stern, Devin Clark
- **Networks / Studios**: Comedy Central

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Matt Oberg** as *Mark Lilly (voice)*
- **Kurt Metzger** as *Randall Skeffington (voice)*
- **Natasha Leggero** as *Callie Maggotbone (Voice)*
- **Michael-Leon Wooley** as *Twayne Boneraper (Voice)*
- **Larry Murphy** as *Lt. Francis Grimes / Aldermach Maggotbone (voice)*
- **Randy Pearlstein** as *Leonard Powers / The Great Brain / Erik / Man Bird (voice)*
- **Julie Klausner** as *Additional Voices (voice)*
- **Devin Clark** as *Additional Voices (voice)*
- **Pete Holmes** as *Additional Voices (voice)*
- **Mike O'Gorman** as *Additional Voices (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise of Ugly Americans?
Social worker Mark Lilly helps new human and other citizens adapt to life in New York City.

### Q: Who is Mark Lilly?
Mark Lilly is a social worker who assists new citizens in the Big Apple.

### Q: Who are Mark's coworkers?
His coworkers include demonic bureaucrat Twayne, drunken wizard Leonard Powers, and surly law enforcement head Frank Grimes.

### Q: Who is Callie?
Callie is Frank Grimes's girlfriend.

### Q: When was the series released?
The series was released in 2010.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Ugly Americans — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/32351)

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