TV series

Wilfred

Name: Wilfred
Released: 2011
Cast: Elijah Wood, Jason Gann, Fiona Gubelmann, Dorian Brown Pham

2011–2014· 4 seasons· 30 min episodesTV-MA★ 7.5Ended

On FX · FXX — From FX Productions

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Synopsis

Everyone else sees Wilfred as just a dog, but Ryan sees a crude and somewhat surly, yet irrepressibly brave and honest Australian bloke in a cheap dog suit. While leading him through a series of comedic and existential adventures, Wilfred the dog shows Ryan the man how to overcome his fears and joyfully embrace the unpredictability and insanity of the world around him.

Themes

surrealism dark comedy

Episodes

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E1 HappinessNext upJun 23, 2011 · 23 min · ★ 8.6
Synopsis
Ryan forms a unique connection with his neighbor's dog after a failed suicide attempt.
Guest stars: Dorian Brown Pham (Kristen Newman), Ethan Suplee (Spencer), Rachel Sterling (Waitress), Al Sapienza (Poochy Poochy Guy)
E2 TrustJun 30, 2011 · 22 min · ★ 8.4
Synopsis
Wilfred is angry after Ryan tricks him into going to the veterinarian.
Guest stars: Chris Klein (Drew), Rodney To (Dr. Bangachon), Katherine Disque (Mother), Matt Kaminsky (Vet Tech)
E3 FearJul 7, 2011 · 21 min · ★ 7.3
Synopsis
Ryan gets his wallet back (that's the good news) when his malevolent, porn-addicted neighbor Spencer shows up. The bad news? Spencer's looking for answers about who broke into his house. He's also looking for blood.
Guest stars: Damon Herriman (Jesse), Duncan Bravo (Cop), Ethan Suplee (Spencer), Gerry Bednob (Mr. Patel), K.T. Thangavelu (Mrs. Patel)
E4 AcceptanceJul 14, 2011 · 21 min · ★ 8.8
Synopsis
Ryan tries to reconcile with his sister, and Wilfred is in for a shock at doggy day care as a result.
Guest stars: Ed Helms (Darryl), Dorian Brown Pham (Kristen Newman), Gabrielle Wagner (Woman), Nikki Hahn (Little Girl)
E5 RespectJul 21, 2011 · 21 min · ★ 8.9
Synopsis
Wilfred reveals an extraordinary ability when Ryan takes him to a hospice to volunteer.
Guest stars: Rashida Jones (Lisa), Irene Choi (Young Woman), Richard Denni (Mr. Gordon), Roger V. Burton (Patient #1), Gwen Van Dam (Patient #2), Charles Esten (Nick), E.J. Callahan (Mr. Helms), Ellia English (Ruby)
E6 ConscienceJul 28, 2011 · 21 min · ★ 7.2
Synopsis
Wilfred persuades Ryan to help him get rid of Jenna’s boyfriend.
Guest stars: Chris Klein (Drew), Tom Virtue (Doctor)
E7 PrideAug 4, 2011 · 22 min · ★ 8.7
Synopsis
Ryan must swallow his pride when Wilfred pursues a new love interest., and Ryan meets a new romantic interest himself
Guest stars: Dorian Brown Pham (Kristen Newman), Jane Kaczmarek (Beth), Gibson Bobby Sjobeck (Tyler)
E8 AngerAug 11, 2011 · 21 min · ★ 8.9
Synopsis
Ryan has a guilt complex over the death of his childhood dog, and Wilfred, upon learning of it, goes to otherworldly lengths to help Ryan discover the truth about how the pooch passed on. Meanwhile, Kristen throws a party for her boss.
Guest stars: Dorian Brown Pham (Kristen Newman), Jeff Holman (Delivery Man), Jared Gilmore (Young Ryan), J.P. Manoux (Leo), Nestor Carbonell (Dr. Arturo Ramos)
E9 CompassionAug 18, 2011 · 21 min · ★ 8.7
Synopsis
Ryan's resentment of his mother even grows when she moves in and becomes friends with Wilfred.
Guest stars: Rhea Perlman (Mittens), John Michael Higgins (Dr. Cahill), Diane Robin (Mother), Gerry Bednob (Mr. Patel), Mary Steenburgen (Catherine Newman)
E10 IsolationAug 18, 2011 · 21 min · ★ 8.5
Synopsis
Wilfred tries to find Ryan a human friend.
Guest stars: Peter Stormare (Trashface), George Coe (Gene), Wayne Wilderson (Charlie), Sally Brooks (Mrs. Stevenson), Maxim Knight (Adam), Chad Morgan (Maddie), Kari Coleman (Suzy), Gerry Bednob (Mr. Patel)
E11 DoubtAug 25, 2011 · 21 min · ★ 8.5
Synopsis
Ryan meets someone who questions Ryan's friendship to Wilfred.
Guest stars: Dorian Brown Pham (Kristen Newman), Dwight Yoakam (Bruce), Katy Mixon (Angelique), Jennifer Bolton Lee (Karaoke Singer)
E12 SacrificeSep 1, 2011 · 21 min · ★ 8.5
Synopsis
Just as Ryan finds happiness in his life, Wilfred begs him to sacrifice it for a larger purpose.
Guest stars: Dorian Brown Pham (Kristen Newman), Chris Klein (Drew), Gabriella Pession (Cinzia), Charles Esten (Nick), E.J. Callahan (Mr. Helms), Chip Chinery (Stanley), Kari Coleman (Suzy), Kyle Davis (Budtender)
E13 IdentitySep 8, 2011 · 21 min · ★ 9.1
Synopsis
A crisis arises when Ryan ignores Wilfred's advice.
Guest stars: Dorian Brown Pham (Kristen Newman), Chris Klein (Drew), Ray Wise (Colt St. Cloud), Keegan-Michael Key (Dick Barbian), J.P. Manoux (Leo), Rodney To (Dr. Bangachon), Danielle Reierson (Insurance Rep), Alejandra Janet Varela Jiménez (Sarah)