Stark Raving Mad
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A neurotic book editor is paired with an eccentric writer. The series stars Tony Shalhoub and Neil Patrick Harris.
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Season 1
Pilot
Henry McNeely's boss, Audrey, gives him a promotion he doesn't want: that of editor for flavor-of-the-month horror novelist Ian Stark -- who keeps editors like Henry keeps his backbone. Ian's eccentricities and penchant for practical jokes and spontaneous daredevil stunts -- at the expense of not actually writing a follow-up book -- threaten Henry's anal-retentive, obsessive-compulsive and fraidy-cat ways. Can two single men share a job without driving each other crazy?
The Man Who Knew Too Much
Ian's curiosity is piqued after Henry mentions picking up a gift for his girlfriend, Tess, for their anniversary. When Henry refuses to tell Ian anything more about her out of fear Ian will play a practical joke on her, Ian waits until after Henry calls Tess -- and then uses redial to find out where she is. Working in an art gallery is where. So Ian goes there, meets Tess, and pretends to be a couples counselor to trick her into giving him the juicy details about Henry. Ian soon learns to be careful what you wish for when he returns home, horrified, and tells Maddie and Jake that Henry's girlfriend thinks he's a dud in bed and secretely wants to be entertained with toys. Naughty, naughty toys. After Henry comes back with Tess' gift -- flannel sheets -- Ian comes clean about Tess' confession, while Henry figures out Ian hit redial. Henry begs Ian to give him kinky tips to please Tess, so a nauseated Ian takes Henry out to a sex shop that sells S&M toys. Then Henry drops by the art galle
Sometimes a Fritter Is Just a Fritter
Henry doesn't understand why Ian changed the name of a character in his manuscript from Lily to Renska, nor does he understand why Ian's favorite coffee shop is thirty blocks away. Wanting to understand Ian better, Henry pays a visit to Ian's coffee house of choice, where he discovers that Renska, the owners' daughter, is a waitress there -- whom Ian never talks to. Ian denies to Henry that he has a thing for Renska, but Henry doesn't believe him. Thanks to Henry's big mouth, Renska's over-protective parents thrust Ian into a date with their timid daughter the next time he stops by. Furious, Ian blows up at Henry because his morning routine of fritters and long walks has been ruined -- but Henry's attempt to correct the matter destroys Ian's routine even more. Meanwhile, Maddie has to fend off the unwanted advances of her pompous professor, Forrest St. James, when she sends Jake to her psychology class to take notes for her, and he ends up penning an overly flattering teacher evaluatio
Four Colds and a Funeral
Henry's germophobia kicks in as he struggles to maintain a ""five-foot perimeter"" from Ian, who's got a cold. But Henry catches it anyway. Audrey tells Henry that she's going to see her new client, Professor Huggles, the famous children's author whom Henry is enamored with. So Henry tags along to lunch with Audrey to meet him. Henry impresses Professor Huggles with his ability to recite lines from the author's best-known book, ""Kyle the Kite Learns to Smile at the Night,"" and the two share a hug. But the next day, Henry, Ian and Jake hear on the news that Huggles died from complications of a common cold. Ian torments Henry with accusations of hugging his childhood hero to death and infecting the five-foot perimeter. Overcome with guilt that he was responsible for Huggles' death, Henry begins having nightmares where Kyle the Kite beats him up. Ian finds these most amusing - until he begins having them, too. Henry decides to clear his conscience by going to Huggles' funeral and confessing
The Lyin' King
During Halloween, Ian helps Henry pay back his pregnant cousin Lori for a prank she pulled on him a long time ago, while Maddie's date -- who's dressed up as Igor -- may or may not be a humpback for real.
Fish out of Water
Audrey and her flaming French partner, Cesar, throw an extravagant dinner party, and invite Henry and Tess with the sole purpose of getting them to bring Ian. Ian hates parties, so Henry has to beg Ian to do him and Audrey a favor and go anyway. But Tess gets food poisoning from bad sushi and has to cancel, leaving Henry with no choice but to bring Maddie as his date. Ian gets bored at the party -- where he is hounded by a phony 20th Century FOX executive, Danny Lukor -- and decides to spruce things up by taking one of Cesar's prized exotic fish and putting it in Henry's drinking glass. From there it's a comedy of errors as Henry, Maddie and Tess (who shows up still sick to her stomach) try to sneak the fish back into the tank without Cesar noticing.
Engaged to Be Engaged
Henry's and Tess' declaration that they are ""engaged to be engaged"" leads Ian to play yet another prank on Henry -- this time by setting it up to look like Henry did it with Maddie.
The Stalker
At a book signing, Ian meets an obsessed and insane fan, Rod Dubelko, who makes Ian look down to earth in comparison. When Rod learns Henry is Ian's editor, he gets jealous and wants to take Henry's place. Ian sees a little of himself in his stalker and takes a liking to him, but Henry tries to change Ian's mind when Rod confesses to cutting the power to the elevator in Henry's building -- trapping Tess in the process. After Ian tells Rod that the editing position is already filled, his number one fan has something else in mind...
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Stream Stark Raving Mad online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular comedy series originally produced in English and released in 1999, it's earned a solid 6.9/10 from 8 viewers worldwide.
About Stark Raving Mad
A neurotic book editor is paired with an eccentric writer. The series stars Tony Shalhoub and Neil Patrick Harris. Across 1 season and 22 episodes, originally airing on NBC.
Stark Raving Mad Cast and Characters
The cast features Tony Shalhoub (as Ian Stark), Neil Patrick Harris (as Henry McNeeley), Eddie McClintock (as Jake Donovan), Heather Dubrow (as Maddie Keller), and Dorie Barton (as Tess Farraday). Their performances are a major reason Stark Raving Mad has built such a passionate audience.
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Stark Raving Mad flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How many episodes does Stark Raving Mad have?
Stark Raving Mad has 22 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Stark Raving Mad good? What's the rating?
Stark Raving Mad holds a 6.9/10 rating based on 8 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Stark Raving Mad?
The main cast includes Tony Shalhoub, Neil Patrick Harris, Eddie McClintock, and Heather Dubrow, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Stark Raving Mad available in English?
Yes — Stark Raving Mad was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Stark Raving Mad released?
Stark Raving Mad first aired in 1999.
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How many seasons and episodes does Stark Raving Mad have?
Stark Raving Mad currently has 1 season and a total of 22 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Stark Raving Mad about?
A neurotic book editor is paired with an eccentric writer. The series stars Tony Shalhoub and Neil Patrick Harris. It belongs to the Comedy genre.
In which language is Stark Raving Mad originally available?
Stark Raving Mad was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Stark Raving Mad first released?
Stark Raving Mad first premiered on September 23, 1999 (1999). The series has since concluded its run.
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