Fair rating?Californication· Season 1 · Episode 1
Pilot
A transplanted author suffers from writer's block and is disappointed that his novel has been turned into a romantic comedy for the big screen. He also learns his ex is engaged and that their 12-year-old daughter is acting on her "emerging sexuality."
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#5In Season 1of 12 rated episodes
#21All-timeof 84 rated episodes
+0.1vs season avgSeason 1 averages 7.7
2007First airedAugust 13, 2007
Guest stars
Pamela Adlonas Marcy Runkle
Amy Price-Francisas Meredith
Camille Langfieldas Sandy Carr
Michele Nordinas Nun (Heather)Alison Mei Lanas Hot Woman
Chase Pennyas Tattooed Millionaire
Stephen Sowanas Drunk Kid
Philip Shahbazas Man On Cell PhoneMiriam T. Greenas Penny Lyons
Michael H. Barnettas Gawky DweebCrew
Stephen HopkinsDirector
Tom KapinosWriterShows like Californication
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