Wilfred

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.

First Air Date: 2011-06-23

Last Air Date: 2014-08-13

Number of Seasons: 4

Number of Episodes: 49

Created By: Jason Gann, Adam Zwar

Networks: FX, FXX

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Top Cast

Elijah Wood as Ryan Newman
Jason Gann as Wilfred
Fiona Gubelmann as Jenna Mueller
Dorian Brown Pham as Kristen Newman
Chris Klein as Drew
Allison Mack as Amanda
Gerry Bednob as Mr. Patel
Mary Steenburgen as Catherine Newman
J. P. Manoux as Leo
Charles Esten as Nick

Seasons

Season 1 (2011) - (13 Episodes)

Season 2 (2012) - (13 Episodes)

Season 3 (2013) - (13 Episodes)

Season 4 (2014) - (10 Episodes)

Season 1 (2011)

The first season of Wilfred, premiered on FX on June 23, 2011. The season contains 13 episodes and concluded airing on September 8, 2011. The series is based on the original Australian series, Wilfred, and stars Elijah Wood, Jason Gann, Fiona Gubelmann and Dorian Brown.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Happiness (2011-06-23)

Ryan forms a unique connection with his neighbor's dog after a failed suicide attempt.
Ep. 2: Trust (2011-06-30)

Wilfred is angry after Ryan tricks him into going to the veterinarian.
Ep. 3: Fear (2011-07-07)

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.
Ep. 4: Acceptance (2011-07-14)

Ryan tries to reconcile with his sister, and Wilfred is in for a shock at doggy day care as a result.
Ep. 5: Respect (2011-07-21)

Wilfred reveals an extraordinary ability when Ryan takes him to a hospice to volunteer.
Ep. 6: Conscience (2011-07-28)

Wilfred persuades Ryan to help him get rid of Jenna’s boyfriend.
Ep. 7: Pride (2011-08-04)

Ryan must swallow his pride when Wilfred pursues a new love interest., and Ryan meets a new romantic interest himself
Ep. 8: Anger (2011-08-11)

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.
Ep. 9: Compassion (2011-08-18)

Ryan's resentment of his mother even grows when she moves in and becomes friends with Wilfred.
Ep. 10: Isolation (2011-08-18)

Wilfred tries to find Ryan a human friend.
Ep. 11: Doubt (2011-08-25)

Ryan meets someone who questions Ryan's friendship to Wilfred.
Ep. 12: Sacrifice (2011-09-01)

Just as Ryan finds happiness in his life, Wilfred begs him to sacrifice it for a larger purpose.
Ep. 13: Identity (2011-09-08)

A crisis arises when Ryan ignores Wilfred's advice.