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'''''The Real Bros of Simi Valley''''' is an American scripted television series based in [[Simi Valley, California]]. The satirical comedy both pays homage to and lampoons the culture of [[Southern California]], and several stereotypes and tropes of unscripted reality shows, with hyperbolic emphasis on exaggerated dramatic elements, and canned infighting among the show's cast.
'''''The Real Bros of Simi Valley''''' is an American mockumentary television series based in [[Simi Valley, California]]. The satirical comedy both pays homage to and lampoons the culture of [[Southern California]], and several stereotypes and tropes of unscripted reality shows, with hyperbolic emphasis on exaggerated dramatic elements, and canned infighting among the show's cast.


[[Jimmy Tatro]] and Christian A. Pierce co-created and executive produce the series and have written every episode. After directing season one with Michael J. Gallagher, Tatro directed every episode of seasons two and three. Tatro also stars alongside Nick Colletti, [[Getter (DJ)|Tanner Petulla]], and [[Cody Ko]] as the titular "Bros", with supporting cast members including Colleen Donovan, Peter Gilroy, Monette Moio, Monica Joy Shere, and Maddy Whitby.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://variety.com/2019/scene/news/real-bros-simi-valley-jimmy-tatro-1203115360/|title='Real Housewives' and SoCal Millennials Inspired 'The Real Bros of Simi Valley'|last=Moreau|first=Jordan|date=2019-01-24|website=Variety|language=en|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2019-08-21}}</ref> The series follows the lives of four friends ten years after their high school graduation.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://deadline.com/2018/11/jimmy-tatro-real-bros-of-simi-valley-season-2-facebook-watch-premiere-date-1202498153/|title='American Vandal' Star Jimmy Tatro's 'The Real Bros Of Simi Valley' Lands At Facebook Watch|last=Pedersen|first=Erik|date=2018-11-14|website=Deadline|language=en|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2019-08-21}}</ref>
[[Jimmy Tatro]] and Christian A. Pierce co-created and executive produce the series and have written every episode. After directing season one with Michael J. Gallagher, Tatro directed every episode of seasons two and three. Tatro also stars alongside Nick Colletti, [[Getter (DJ)|Tanner Petulla]], and [[Cody Ko]] as the titular "Bros", with supporting cast members including Colleen Donovan, Peter Gilroy, Monette Moio, Monica Joy Shere, and Maddy Whitby.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://variety.com/2019/scene/news/real-bros-simi-valley-jimmy-tatro-1203115360/|title='Real Housewives' and SoCal Millennials Inspired 'The Real Bros of Simi Valley'|last=Moreau|first=Jordan|date=2019-01-24|website=Variety|language=en|access-date=2019-08-21}}</ref> The series follows the lives of four friends ten years after their high school graduation.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://deadline.com/2018/11/jimmy-tatro-real-bros-of-simi-valley-season-2-facebook-watch-premiere-date-1202498153/|title='American Vandal' Star Jimmy Tatro's 'The Real Bros Of Simi Valley' Lands At Facebook Watch|last=Pedersen|first=Erik|date=2018-11-14|website=Deadline|language=en|access-date=2019-08-21}}</ref>


The first season was released on [[YouTube]] and included four episodes.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://trendingallday.com/jimmy-tatros-youtube-series-the-real-bros-of-simi-valley-is-heading-to-facebook-watch/|title=Jimmy Tatro's YouTube Series 'The Real Bros Of Simi Valley' Is Heading To Facebook Watch|last=|first=|date=2018-11-21|website=TrendingAllDay.com|language=en-US|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2019-08-21}}</ref> The second season was released November 30, 2018 on [[Facebook Watch]].<ref name=":0" /> The third season was released on February 14, 2020. Other executive producers include Mike Rosenstein and [[Studio 71]]’s Dan Weinstein, Michael Schreiber, Adam Boorstin and Anjuli Hinds.<ref name=":1" /> The show is a parody of ''[[Jersey Shore (TV series)|Jersey Shore]]'' and ''[[The Real Housewives]]''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://collegian.com/2018/12/real-bros-of-simi-valley-season-2-continues-shenanigans/|title="Real Bros of Simi Valley" season 2 continues shenanigans|last=Veintimilla|first=Nick|date=2018-12-05|website=The Rocky Mountain Collegian|language=en-US|access-date=2019-08-21}}{{Dead link|date=September 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> The series received a nomination at the [[10th Shorty Awards]] for best web series.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwtv/article/Tiffany-Haddish-Among-Nominees-for-10th-Annual-SHORTY-AWARDS-Full-List-Revealed-20180116|title=Tiffany Haddish Among Nominees for 10th Annual SHORTY AWARDS; Full List Revealed!|date=2018-01-16|website=Broadway World|language=en|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2019-08-21}}</ref>
The first season was released on [[YouTube]] and included four episodes.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://trendingallday.com/jimmy-tatros-youtube-series-the-real-bros-of-simi-valley-is-heading-to-facebook-watch/|title=Jimmy Tatro's YouTube Series 'The Real Bros Of Simi Valley' Is Heading To Facebook Watch|last=|first=|date=2018-11-21|website=TrendingAllDay.com|language=en-US|access-date=2019-08-21}}</ref> The second season was released November 30, 2018 on [[Facebook Watch]].<ref name=":0" /> The third season was released on February 14, 2020. Other executive producers include Mike Rosenstein and [[Studio 71]]’s Dan Weinstein, Michael Schreiber, Adam Boorstin and Anjuli Hinds.<ref name=":1" /> The show is a parody of ''[[Jersey Shore (TV series)|Jersey Shore]]'' and ''[[The Real Housewives]]''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://collegian.com/2018/12/real-bros-of-simi-valley-season-2-continues-shenanigans/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181205185116/https://collegian.com/2018/12/real-bros-of-simi-valley-season-2-continues-shenanigans/|url-status=dead|archive-date=December 5, 2018|title="Real Bros of Simi Valley" season 2 continues shenanigans|last=Veintimilla|first=Nick|date=2018-12-05|website=The Rocky Mountain Collegian|language=en-US|access-date=2019-08-21}}</ref> The series received a nomination at the [[10th Shorty Awards]] for best web series.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwtv/article/Tiffany-Haddish-Among-Nominees-for-10th-Annual-SHORTY-AWARDS-Full-List-Revealed-20180116|title=Tiffany Haddish Among Nominees for 10th Annual SHORTY AWARDS; Full List Revealed!|date=2018-01-16|website=Broadway World|language=en|access-date=2019-08-21}}</ref>


''The Real Bros of Simi Valley: The Movie'' film was released on July 4, 2024 on [[The Roku Channel]].<ref>{{Cite web |author-link=The Real Bros of Simi Valley |date=July 4, 2024 |title=SURPRISE!!! The Real Bros Movie is NOW STREAMING on Roku! You might have to round up the squad, leave that 4th of July party early and head over to Roku city |url=https://www.instagram.com/therealbrosofsimivalley/reel/C9AnKOpPdCa/ |access-date=July 11, 2024 |website=Instagram.com}}</ref>
''The Real Bros of Simi Valley: The Movie'' film was released on July 4, 2024 on [[The Roku Channel]].<ref>{{Cite web |author-link=The Real Bros of Simi Valley |date=July 4, 2024 |title=SURPRISE!!! The Real Bros Movie is NOW STREAMING on Roku! You might have to round up the squad, leave that 4th of July party early and head over to Roku city |url=https://www.instagram.com/therealbrosofsimivalley/reel/C9AnKOpPdCa/ |access-date=July 11, 2024 |website=Instagram.com}}</ref>
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==Cast and characters==
==Cast and characters==
===Main===
===Main===
* [[Jimmy Tatro]] as Xander Sanders
* [[Jimmy Tatro]] as Xander Hussein Sanders
* Nick Colletti as Duncan Surf
* Nick Colletti as Duncan Surf
* [[Cody Ko]] as Wade Sanders
* [[Cody Ko]] as Wade Colonel Sanders
* [[Getter (DJ)|Tanner Petulla]] as Bryce Meyer
* [[Getter (DJ)|Tanner Petulla]] as Bryce Meyer
* Colleen Donovan as Molly McShay
* Colleen Donovan as Molly McShay
* Peter Gilroy as Johnny Mendez
* Peter Gilroy as Johnny Johnny Mendez
* Monette Moio as Tessa Yamamoto
* Monette Moio as Tessa Yamamoto
* Monica Joy Sherer as Lexy
* Monica Joy Sherer as Lexy Luther
* Maddy Whitby as Dani (seasons 2–3)
* Maddy Whitby as Dani (seasons 2–3)


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* JT Parr as JT (season 3)
* JT Parr as JT (season 3)
* [[Chris Romano|Romanski]] as a Dunc Surf customer (season 3)
* [[Chris Romano|Romanski]] as a Dunc Surf customer (season 3)
* [[Casey Frey]] as Tucker (season 3)
* [[Sean O'Bryan]] as Mark (season 3)
* [[Sean O'Bryan]] as Mark (season 3)
* [[Blue Kimble]] as Kane (season 3)
* [[Blue Kimble]] as Kane (season 3)
* [[Brock O'Hurn]] as Keto (season 3)
* [[Brock O'Hurn]] as Keto Creamer (season 3)
* Noel Miller as Mike Schaffer (season 3)
* [[Noel Miller (comedian)|Noel Miller]] as Mike Schaffer (season 3)
* [[Jay Chandrasekhar]] as Dr. Feel (season 3)
* [[Jay Chandrasekhar]] as Dr. Feel (season 3)
* [[Anwar Jibawi]] as a truck driver (season 3)
* [[Anwar Jibawi]] as a truck driver (season 3)
* [[King Bach]] as himself (season 3)
* [[King Bach]] as himself (season 3)
* [[Simon Rex]] as DJ Womp Womp (season 3)
* [[Pete Davidson]] as Grady (season 3)
* [[Pete Davidson]] as Grady (season 3)



Revision as of 05:13, 4 December 2024

The Real Bros of Simi Valley
Genre
Created by
Written by
  • Jimmy Tatro
  • Christian A. Pierce
Directed by
  • Jimmy Tatro
  • Michael J. Gallagher
Starring
  • Jimmy Tatro
  • Nick Colletti
  • Tanner Petulla
  • Cody Ko
  • Colleen Donovan
  • Peter Gilroy
  • Monette Moio
  • Monica Joy Sherer
  • Maddy Whitby
Theme music composerJason Moss
ComposerBulletproof Bear
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons3
No. of episodes25
Production
Executive producers
  • Jimmy Tatro
  • Christian A. Pierce
  • Mike Rosenstein
  • Michael Schreiber
  • Anjuli Hinds
  • Adam Boorstin
  • Dan Weinstein
Producers
  • Michael Wormser
  • Jana Winternitz
  • Jason Korstad
  • Nick Phillips
Cinematography
  • Arjun Prakash
  • Jonathan Nicholas
Editors
  • Nick Smith
  • Grant McFadden
  • Patrick Graneros
  • Hank Friedmann
  • Patrick Nelson Barnes
Running time6–25 minutes
Production companies
Original release
NetworkYouTube
ReleaseApril 10 (2017-04-10) –
May 1, 2017 (2017-05-01)
NetworkFacebook Watch
ReleaseNovember 30, 2018 (2018-11-30) –
September 25, 2020 (2020-09-25)
NetworkThe Roku Channel
ReleaseJuly 4, 2024 (2024-07-04)

The Real Bros of Simi Valley is an American mockumentary television series based in Simi Valley, California. The satirical comedy both pays homage to and lampoons the culture of Southern California, and several stereotypes and tropes of unscripted reality shows, with hyperbolic emphasis on exaggerated dramatic elements, and canned infighting among the show's cast.

Jimmy Tatro and Christian A. Pierce co-created and executive produce the series and have written every episode. After directing season one with Michael J. Gallagher, Tatro directed every episode of seasons two and three. Tatro also stars alongside Nick Colletti, Tanner Petulla, and Cody Ko as the titular "Bros", with supporting cast members including Colleen Donovan, Peter Gilroy, Monette Moio, Monica Joy Shere, and Maddy Whitby.[1] The series follows the lives of four friends ten years after their high school graduation.[2]

The first season was released on YouTube and included four episodes.[3] The second season was released November 30, 2018 on Facebook Watch.[1] The third season was released on February 14, 2020. Other executive producers include Mike Rosenstein and Studio 71’s Dan Weinstein, Michael Schreiber, Adam Boorstin and Anjuli Hinds.[2] The show is a parody of Jersey Shore and The Real Housewives.[4] The series received a nomination at the 10th Shorty Awards for best web series.[5]

The Real Bros of Simi Valley: The Movie film was released on July 4, 2024 on The Roku Channel.[6]

Episodes

Series overview

SeasonEpisodesOriginally released
First releasedLast released
14April 10, 2017 (2017-04-10)May 1, 2017 (2017-05-01)
210November 30, 2018 (2018-11-30)February 1, 2019 (2019-02-01)
311February 14, 2020 (2020-02-14)September 25, 2020 (2020-09-25)

Season 1 (2017)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
11"Meet the Bros"Michael J. Gallagher, Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroApril 10, 2017 (2017-04-10)
22"The Girls Are Back"Michael J. Gallagher, Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroApril 17, 2017 (2017-04-17)
33"Squashing the Beef"Michael J. Gallagher, Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroApril 24, 2017 (2017-04-24)
44"The Kickback"Michael J. Gallagher, Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroMay 1, 2017 (2017-05-01)

Season 2 (2018–19)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
51"Final Straw"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroNovember 30, 2018 (2018-11-30)
62"Obnoxiously Depressed"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroDecember 7, 2018 (2018-12-07)
73"Under Yonder"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroDecember 14, 2018 (2018-12-14)
84"The Simi Pro Am"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroDecember 21, 2018 (2018-12-21)
95"Soul Patch Showdown"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroDecember 28, 2018 (2018-12-28)
106"Open House"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroJanuary 4, 2019 (2019-01-04)
117"Leaving Simi"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroJanuary 11, 2019 (2019-01-11)
128"Lake Day"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroJanuary 18, 2019 (2019-01-18)
139"Dunc Surf"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroJanuary 25, 2019 (2019-01-25)
1410"The Bro-Off"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroFebruary 1, 2019 (2019-02-01)

Season 3 (2020)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
151"Best Valentine's Day Ever"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroFebruary 14, 2020 (2020-02-14)
162"Feeling the Burn"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroFebruary 21, 2020 (2020-02-21)
173"Decaf Kush"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroFebruary 28, 2020 (2020-02-28)
184"Exes and Axes"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroMarch 6, 2020 (2020-03-06)
195"Crushing Therapy"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroMarch 13, 2020 (2020-03-13)
206"Back In High School"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroMarch 20, 2020 (2020-03-20)
217"Sons of Xanarchy"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroMarch 27, 2020 (2020-03-27)
228"Cabo"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroSeptember 4, 2020 (2020-09-04)
239"Lights Out Gringo"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroSeptember 11, 2020 (2020-09-11)
2410"Full Fledged Rando"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroSeptember 18, 2020 (2020-09-18)
2511"#XanTakesMolly"Jimmy TatroChristian A. Pierce, Jimmy TatroSeptember 25, 2020 (2020-09-25)

Cast and characters

Main

  • Jimmy Tatro as Xander Hussein Sanders
  • Nick Colletti as Duncan Surf
  • Cody Ko as Wade Colonel Sanders
  • Tanner Petulla as Bryce Meyer
  • Colleen Donovan as Molly McShay
  • Peter Gilroy as Johnny Johnny Mendez
  • Monette Moio as Tessa Yamamoto
  • Monica Joy Sherer as Lexy Luther
  • Maddy Whitby as Dani (seasons 2–3)

Recurring

  • Paul Thomas Arnold as Jeff Sanders
  • Eric Walbridge as Brayson (seasons 1–2)
  • Tennile Marie Goosic as Sam (season 1)
  • Cara Santana as Andrea (season 2)
  • Christine Cattell as Sandy Sanders (seasons 2–3)
  • Christian A. Pierce as Aldis (seasons 2–3)
  • Emmett and Wyatt Phillips as Hawk Sanders (season 2)
  • Christopher McDonald as Cal Surf (seasons 2–3)
  • Roman Galardi as Ethan (season 2)
  • Lauren Elizabeth as Evonne (season 2)
  • Pierson Fodé as Yonder (seasons 2–3)
  • Oscar Miranda as Hector (season 2)
  • Ego Nwodim as Brenda (season 2)
  • Brandon Wardell as Brian (season 2)
  • Kyle Herbert as Chris (season 2)
  • Siddharth Dhananjay as Brinkman (season 2)
  • Alice Lee as Chelsie (season 3)
  • Hilty Bowen as Jenna (season 3)
  • Brock O'Hurn as Keto (season 3)
  • Victoria Justice as Courtney Ingles (season 3)
  • Thomas Barbusca as a high schooler (season 3)
  • Griffin Gluck as Aaron (season 3)

Guests

References

  1. ^ a b Moreau, Jordan (2019-01-24). "'Real Housewives' and SoCal Millennials Inspired 'The Real Bros of Simi Valley'". Variety. Retrieved 2019-08-21.
  2. ^ a b Pedersen, Erik (2018-11-14). "'American Vandal' Star Jimmy Tatro's 'The Real Bros Of Simi Valley' Lands At Facebook Watch". Deadline. Retrieved 2019-08-21.
  3. ^ "Jimmy Tatro's YouTube Series 'The Real Bros Of Simi Valley' Is Heading To Facebook Watch". TrendingAllDay.com. 2018-11-21. Retrieved 2019-08-21.
  4. ^ Veintimilla, Nick (2018-12-05). ""Real Bros of Simi Valley" season 2 continues shenanigans". The Rocky Mountain Collegian. Archived from the original on December 5, 2018. Retrieved 2019-08-21.
  5. ^ "Tiffany Haddish Among Nominees for 10th Annual SHORTY AWARDS; Full List Revealed!". Broadway World. 2018-01-16. Retrieved 2019-08-21.
  6. ^ "SURPRISE!!! The Real Bros Movie is NOW STREAMING on Roku! You might have to round up the squad, leave that 4th of July party early and head over to Roku city". Instagram.com. July 4, 2024. Retrieved July 11, 2024.