NEW HBO COMEDY SERIES DEBUTS ON<\/p>\n
BLU-RAY for $49.95RRP and DVD for $39.95RRP<\/p>\n
THIS 29 SEPTEMBER 2010.<\/p>\n
Starring Thomas Jane, Jane Adams and Anne Heche\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Things are tough for Ray Drecker these days. A former high school sports legend turned middle-aged high school basketball coach, he\u2019s a divorced dad in dire straits, struggling to make ends meet and regain control of his life. Because desperate times call for desperate measures, the well-endowed Ray decides to exploit his best asset in a last ditch attempt to change his fortunes.<\/p>\n Created by Dmitry Lipkin (creator of \u201cThe Riches\u201d) and Colette Burson, the timely show uses dark humour to tell the story of a man fighting to survive personal setbacks that have been compounded by a troubled economy.<\/p>\n The series stars Thomas Jane (\u201cThe Punisher,\u201d HBO\u2019s \u201c*61\u201d) as Ray Drecker; Jane Adams (\u201cEternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind\u201d) as Ray\u2019s business partner, Tanya Skagle; Anne Heche (\u201cMen in Trees\u201d) as Ray\u2019s ex-wife, Jessica Haxon; Eddie Jemison (\u201cOcean\u2019s Thirteen\u201d) as Jessica\u2019s successful husband Ronnie; Sianoa Smit-McPhee (\u201cAs the Bell Rings\u201d) as Ray\u2019s daughter Darby; and Charlie Saxton (\u201cThe Lovely Bones\u201d) as Ray\u2019s son Damon.<\/p>\n The first episode of HUNG was directed by Alexander Payne, who received an Oscar\u00ae for co-writing \u201cSideways,\u201d as well as an Oscar\u00ae nomination for directing the film.<\/p>\n Episodes:<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n E<\/span>p 1: Pilot<\/span><\/p>\n After a tragedy struck Ray and his home, he is forced to seek an alternative source of income as his kids move in with their Mum. With his ex-wife unwilling to help, he enrolls in an entrepreneurship seminar where he learns to discover the winning tool which he hopes to bring him much-needed fortune. He also chances upon Tanya, who helps him in his newfound endeavor.<\/p>\n Ep 2: Great Sausage or Can I Call You Dick?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Ray fears for his teaching job as he is called to the Principal’s office. He and Tanya push through with their planned business. Hoping to set up their clientele, Tanya enlists a former colleague who has upper-class contacts that are potential customers. Meanwhile, Jessica is having trouble connecting with Damon and Darby, who wish to come home soon to their father. <\/strong><\/p>\n Ep 3: Strange Friends or The Truth Is, You’re Sexy<\/a> <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Ray\u2019s neighbor, Howard Koontz, files a public indecency complaint against him after he takes a leak at the lake. Tanya and Ray try to track down Lenore and recover his missing wallet. Floyd Gerber invites Tanya to a business dinner. Jessica finds herself a new object of affection while her kids still miss their father. Ray and Tanya get a break with a pleasant development in their business venture.<\/p>\n Ep 4: The Pickle Jar<\/a> or Twice as Fat <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Coach Ray hesitantly accepts West Lakefield students’ fundraiser collection and uses it to buy a beam for his house. Tanya gets Ray more clients even though he’s feeling a bit under the weather. Damon comes to his sister’s rescue after Darby’s break-up with Hammer.<\/p>\n Ep 5: Do It, Monkey!<\/a> <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Ray takes on an extraordinary client with unusual requirements. Ronnie himself is faced with financial difficulties, so his family needs to make some sacrifices, much to the dismay of Damon and Darby. Tanya attends her final session with Floyd.<\/p>\n Ep 6: <\/span><\/strong>Doris<\/span> is Dead or Are We Rich or Are We Poor? <\/span><\/p>\n Ray accompanies Jemma to a couples counseling session without the prior knowledge of Tanya, who later confronts Jemma for bypassing her escort service protocols. Meanwhile, Jessica wants to know their real financial situation from her husband. Ray coaches a Saturday night basketball game with everyone in attendance.<\/p>\n Ep 7: The Rita Flower or The Indelible Stench<\/a> <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Ray deals with his developing feelings for Jemma. Meanwhile, Tanya meets someone new who may help her overcome her writer’s block. As Ray is scouting for potential customers at a farmer’s market, he bumps into Jessica who invites him over for a family dinner.<\/p>\n Ep 8: Thith Ith A Prothetic or You Cum Just Right <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n After Jemma tells Ray she wants a break from their relationship, Ray goes to Tanya seeking advice. Tanya has to deal with issues of her own — with her mysterious boyfriend Pierce and her ongoing marketing strategies for Happiness Consultants. Lenore can’t keep from minding her own business and meddles with Tanya’s. Ray, agreeing to a family dinner at Ronnie’s, finds himself in an awkward spot.<\/p>\n