TV series
Rude Awakening
1998–2001, English, on Showtime. Created by Claudia Lonow.
Unemployed alcoholic ex-soap-opera actress Billie Frank tries to go sober and become a writer but continues to struggle with her self-destructive habits; her relationships with other members of Addictions Anonymous, her neighbor Dave, and her mother Trudy are explored.
- Seasons
- 3
- Episodes
- 55
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 2001
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Latest episode
S3 E20: Altar Ego
Aired 15 February 2001
Seasons 3
Cast & crew
- Claudia LonowCreator
- Sherilyn FennWilhelmina 'Billie' Frank · 55 ep
- Lynn RedgraveTrudy Frank · 55 ep
- Jonathan PennerDave Parelli · 55 ep
- Rain PryorJackie Garcia · 30 ep
- Mario Van PeeblesMarcus Adams · 20 ep
- Roger E. MosleyMilton 'Milt' Johnson · 20 ep
- Corinne BohrerTish Frank · 12 ep
- Mark LonowMax Frank · 12 ep
- Jenny RobertsonHaley · 12 ep
- Ana MercedesAntonia · 10 ep
- Jason GraaeChad · 9 ep
- Jack PlotnickClark · 9 ep
Details
- First aired
- 1 August 1998
- Last aired
- 15 February 2001
- Network
- Showtime
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- TV-MA
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Rude Awakening: quick answers
Is Rude Awakening worth watching?
Rude Awakening doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of Rude Awakening are there?
Rude Awakening has 3 seasons and 55 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is Rude Awakening finished?
Yes. Rude Awakening ended in 2001, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Rude Awakening on?
Rude Awakening isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
Rude Awakening parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Rude Awakening is rated TV-MA. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like Rude Awakening?
If you liked Rude Awakening, try Maron, Absolutely Fabulous, Bottom.
Who created Rude Awakening?
Rude Awakening was created by Claudia Lonow and stars Sherilyn Fenn, Lynn Redgrave, Jonathan Penner.