Bent

Bent (2012)

EndedScripted showComedy, Romance

Bent is a romantic comedy about a recently divorced "type A" single mother who tries hard not to fall for the sexy "surfer-dude" contractor she hires to re-do her kitchen.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (30 min)

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S01E06Tile Dateavr. 4, 2012
S01E05Momavr. 4, 2012
S01E04A-Gamemars 28, 2012
S01E03HDmars 28, 2012
S01E02Smittenmars 21, 2012
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Bent premiere?

Bent premiered on March 21, 2012.

Who played the lead character in Bent?

Amanda Peet played the lead character of Alex Meyers in Bent.

What is the premise of Bent?

Bent is about a recently divorced, type-A single mother who hires a laid-back surfer contractor to renovate her kitchen. The two have a love-hate relationship that eventually turns into something more.

Who played the surfer contractor in Bent?

David Walton played the surfer contractor, Pete Riggins, in Bent.

What other TV shows has Amanda Peet acted in before Bent?

Amanda Peet has acted in TV shows such as Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip and The Good Wife before Bent.

Who created Bent?

Bent was created by Tad Quill.

What is the genre of Bent?

Bent is a romantic comedy.

How many episodes of Bent were produced?

Only six episodes of Bent were produced.

Who played the role of Alex's sister Screwsie in Bent?

Margo Harshman played the role of Alex's sister, Screwsie Meyers, in Bent.

What is the significance of the show's title, Bent?

The show's title, Bent, is a reference to the renovation work that Pete does, as well as the characters' personalities.

Where was Bent filmed?

Bent was filmed in various locations in California, including Los Angeles and Culver City.

Was Bent a critical success?

Bent received mixed reviews from critics.

What is the audience rating for Bent on Rotten Tomatoes?

Bent does not have an audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes as the show is not listed on the site.

Why was Bent cancelled after just one season?

Bent was cancelled after just one season due to low ratings.

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