Platypus Man
Platypus Man is an American sitcom that aired on UPN in 1995. Starring comedian Richard Jeni, the television series was based on an hour-long HBO special of Jeni's filmed in 1992. The series lasted for only one season, with a total of thirteen episodes. Platypus Man premiered January 23, 1995. The concept of a "Platypus Man", the concept of a "cooking show for guys" and the scenes involving the main character's social life were drawn from Jeni's stand-up routines. The show, paired with Pig Sty, followed Star Trek: Voyager on UPN's Monday schedule. Both Pig Sty and Platypus Man were canceled in July 1995.
Cast: Richard Jeni, Ron Orbach, Denise Miller
Season 1
13 episodes
1. Episode OneRichard hurts himself by falling off the treadmill while he is admiring the women at the health club. He calls a therapeutic masseuse, Wendy, whose number he finds on a flyer at the club, to help heal from his accident. Wendy has just moved to New York from Seattle, and Richard falls for her and shows her around the city. Tommy wants Richard to go on a double date with him and twin dental hygienists, but ends up going alone and pulls his shoulder when they tie him down with unwaxed cinnamon dental floss. Paige gets set up on a blind date (with a married man) by a fellow sportswriter. Rich gets jealous and over reacts when his friends start getting massages from Wendy. The problem is resolved when Wendy moves back to Seattle because she does not like the NY coffee. Richard makes pasta primavera on his show.CC30minJan 23, 1995- 2. 9 1/2 DaysNo synopsis available yet.CC30minJan 30, 1995
- 3. The Apartment ShowNo synopsis available yet.CC30minFeb 6, 1995
- 4. NYPD NudeNo synopsis available yet.CC30minFeb 13, 1995
- 5. Sweet DenialNo synopsis available yet.CC30minFeb 20, 1995
- 6. New York on $2,000 a DayNo synopsis available yet.CC30minFeb 27, 1995
- 7. Lou's the BossNo synopsis available yet.CC30minMar 6, 1995
- 8. The CrushNo synopsis available yet.CC30minMar 13, 1995
- 9. Both Sides NowNo synopsis available yet.CC30minMar 20, 1995
- 10. Without a HitchNo synopsis available yet.CC30minApr 10, 1995
- 11. Lower East Side StoryNo synopsis available yet.CC30minMay 1, 1995
- 12. Out of the Mouths of BabesNo synopsis available yet.CC30minMay 8, 1995
- 13. Dying to LiveNo synopsis available yet.CC30minMay 15, 1995
Platypus Man
Platypus Man is an American sitcom that aired on UPN in 1995. Starring comedian Richard Jeni, the television series was based on an hour-long HBO special of Jeni's filmed in 1992. The series lasted for only one season, with a total of thirteen episodes. Platypus Man premiered January 23, 1995. The concept of a "Platypus Man", the concept of a "cooking show for guys" and the scenes involving the main character's social life were drawn from Jeni's stand-up routines. The show, paired with Pig Sty, followed Star Trek: Voyager on UPN's Monday schedule. Both Pig Sty and Platypus Man were canceled in July 1995.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Richard Jeni
- Studio
- Fanaro/Nathan Productions, Paramount Television
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
