How To Make It In America
TV Show · Comedy · Drama

Despite the best efforts of two twenty-something friends from Brooklyn, New York, their chase of the American Dream seems to always end up short of the finish line. After striking out hustling a skateboard-deck business, graphic designer Ben Epstein agrees to partner with his friend, Cam Calderon, in the production of leather jackets and retro jeans. Using street smarts and associates, including Cam's cousin Rene and their well-connected friend Domingo, the enterprising duo do almost anything to overcome the many obstacles they encounter to make it in America.

2010 · 28m
Starring Bryan Greenberg, Victor Rasuk, Luis Guzman

Season 1

  • EPISODE 1
    Pilot
    Edgy but escapist comedy-drama set in New York's cut-throat fashion scene from the makers of Entourage. Twenty-somethings Ben and Cam try to catch a break.
    26 min
  • EPISODE 2
    Crisp
    Ben and Cam land an important meeting, but the advice on offer isn't what they hoped for... Elsewhere, Rene tries to build buzz for his beverage, Rasta Monsta.
    23 min
  • EPISODE 3
    Paper, Denim & Dollars
    Ben and Cam learn that, in fashion, money isn't everything but it sure helps. Time is of the essence as they try to raise 1,500 dollars in 24 hours.
    24 min
  • EPISODE 4
    Unhappy Birthday
    It may be Rachel's birthday but she's got a bout of the blues. Despite being in a relationship with Darren, she's finding it difficult to let go of Ben.
    25 min
  • EPISODE 5
    Big In Japan
    While Ben and Cam secure an important meeting, Rachel and Darren take a trip away. Elsewhere, it looks like Rene has made a very costly mistake...
    23 min
  • EPISODE 6
    Good Vintage
    Time is of the essence as Ben and Cam try to track down vintage T-shirts for a career-making order. Elsewhere, Rachel questions her relationship with Darren.
    22 min

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Cast & Crew

  • Bryan Greenberg
    Ben Epstein
  • Victor Rasuk
    Cam Calderon
  • Luis Guzman
    Rene Calderon
  • Lake Bell
    Rachel Chapman
  • Kid Cudi
    Domingo Brown
  • Martha Plimpton
    Edie Weitz
  • Shannyn Sossamon
    Gingy Wu
  • Eddie Kaye Thomas
    David "Kapo" Kaplan
  • James Ransone
    Tim
  • Stephen Levinson
    Producer
  • Rob Weiss
    Producer

About

How To Make It In America

Comedy

Despite the best efforts of two twenty-something friends from Brooklyn, New York, their chase of the American Dream seems to always end up short of the finish line. After striking out hustling a skateboard-deck business, graphic designer Ben Epstein agrees to partner with his friend, Cam Calderon, in the production of leather jackets and retro jeans. Using street smarts and associates, including Cam's cousin Rene and their well-connected friend Domingo, the enterprising duo do almost anything to overcome the many obstacles they encounter to make it in America.

Information

Studio
HBO
Released
2010
Rated
Caution
Region of Origin
United States
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Original Audio
English
Audio

English (United States) (AAC, ⁨Dolby 5.1⁩)

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English (CC)

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