Old Dogs & New Tricks

Old Dogs & New Tricks

Does (sex) life end for gay men as they face 50? Watch Nathan, Brad, Muscles & Ross stumble through middle-age in an alternate universe called West Hollywood.

Comedy

Seasons

1. Pilot

Air Date: 2011-07-30

West Hollywood talent agent Nathan Adler recalls how he first met 80's rocker Brad King, personal trainer Al "Muscles" Carter & actor Ross Stein as he begrudgingly prepares for his 50th birthday party.

2. It's My Party...

Air Date: 2012-01-08

After a run-in with a professional rival, not even gifts, cocktails and the boys' valiant efforts can cheer up Nathan on his 50th birthday; Ross receives professional bad news; Brad regales the boys with stories of his sexual conquests of the past 24 hours.

3. ...And I'll Whine if I Want To

Air Date: 2012-01-10

An encounter with a long-forgotten one-night-stand has Nathan feeling his age; Muscles meets a potential Mr. Right; Ross' cheerful façade cracks.

4. Stuck In A Jam

Air Date: 2012-01-17

Living vicariously though his friends' adventures leaves Nathan feeling empty; Ross confesses his recent marital woes; Brad's latest conquest bruises his self-esteem; Muscles has too much in common with Bobby.

5. Strange Bedfellows

Air Date: 2012-01-31

Brad gets revenge on his latest hook-up; Ross receives some provocative marriage advice; Muscles tries to get Bobby to discuss their dilemma; a cryptic session with his shrink leads Nathan to a mind-blowing encounter.

1. Topsy Turvy

Air Date: 2013-01-30

Ross' ultimatum to Neal backfires; Brad gives Muscles tips for tops; Nelson Van Eddy returns to torment the boys; Nathan spends a secret afternoon with Damian.

2. Bottom's Up

Air Date: 2013-02-06

A young fan tests Ross' resolve; Brad's doctor delivers shocking news; Muscles makes a last-ditch effort to save his relationship with Bobby; a day with Damian has Nathan feeling his age.

3. It's Noel Coward Time

Air Date: 2013-02-13

The boys meet Bobby at dinner at Ross's house; Brad loses his heart to porn star Rod Rodriguez; Nathan confesses his secret; a misunderstanding between Ross and Neal leads to a bitter argument.

4. Mood Swings

Air Date: 2013-02-20

Neal's latest absence pushes Ross over the edge; Brad has a rude awakening about his porn-star crush; after a heart-to-heart with Muscles, Nathan breaks it off with Damian – but learns Damian has other ideas.

5. Big Fat Gay Wedding

Air Date: 2013-03-06

The mood is anything but festive as the gang gathers for the wedding of one of their own to notorious former circuit boy Dirk Evans.

6. Bad Reception

Air Date: 2013-03-13

Lydia sings at Dirk & Nelson's wedding reception, while Nathan meets photographer Christoph, Muscles makes a declaration to Bobby, Ross is overwhelmed by the romance, and Brad shares bodily fluids with one of the grooms.

7. Best Laid Plans

Air Date: 2013-03-27

The boys discuss weekend plans over brunch; Muscles & Bobby plan a romantic weekend; Ross decides to try an internet hook-up; Nathan makes a date with Damian then comes to blows with Nelson Van Eddy.

8. Date Night

Air Date: 2013-04-03

Nathan and Damian attempt a romantic evening in each others' worlds, with mixed results; Brad and Ross have an unexpected hotel encounter; Muscles is puzzled as his romantic weekend plans with Bobby fizzle.

9. The Skinny Lady Sings

Air Date: 2013-04-10

Lydia debuts her cabaret act; Brad makes a radical lifestyle change; Nathan meets a man from Damian's past, then makes a call to Christoph; Ross tries something new to save his marriage; Muscles is frustrated.

10. Last Gasps

Air Date: 2013-04-17

Muscles makes a special attempt to relight the fire in Bobby; Rod tests Brad's new resolution; Ross & Neal come to a crossroads; Nathan visits a new shrink, then has an explosive confrontation with Damian.

1. Fortunes Flip

Air Date: 2014-11-12

Ross confers with a divorce lawyer; Muscles is attracted to a gym patron; Brad's accountant delivers bad news; still reeling from Damian's disappearance, Nathan has a life-changing accident.

2. Hard Bargains

Air Date: 2014-11-19

Ross receives good news for a change; Muscles asks Brad for dating advice; Nathan gets a bizarre proposition from Nelson, then spends an evening with Jake; Brad parts with a piece of his past.

3. Thanks But No Thanks

Air Date: 2014-11-26

Nathan is haunted by his past as the gang gathers for Thanksgiving; Lydia introduces her new boyfriend; an unwelcome guest interrupts dinner; Brad attempts a new career path.

4. To Have & Have Not

Air Date: 2014-12-03

Brad begins a humiliating job search; Ross is cornered by his new leading lady Tanya Dickson; Muscles & Lucas get past third base; Nathan and Jake grow closer.

5. Ginger Snaps

Air Date: 2014-12-10

At Jake's urging, Nathan quits smoking; Brad tries retail but old habits die hard; Muscles questions Lucas with his new suspicions; Ross receives an unsettling welcome home; tensions rise between Lydia and Barbara.

6. Putting The X In X'mas

Air Date: 2014-12-17

Nathan calls in PR specialist Dan Karmel when Ross' sex tape goes viral; Brad makes another attempt at gainful employment; Muscles meets Lucas' boyfriend; Lydia and Barbara have it out.

7. All About X'mas Eve

Air Date: 2014-12-24

On Christmas Eve, disillusioned Muscles heads home to Ohio; Damian's holiday card and no reply from Jake sends Nathan spiraling with indecision; Brad hits rock bottom; Ross, now a tabloid sensation, succumbs to Dan's advances.

8. Homo For The Holidays

Air Date: 2014-12-31

Muscles confides in his mom in Ohio; tough love from a counselor leads Nathan to "man up" to Jake before butting heads with Nelson; Ross is forced to make a choice; Brad receives a last-minute rescue.

1. Where Were YOU When The Rights Went ON?

Air Date: 2016-06-25

The Old Dogs & New Tricks celebrate the Supreme Court marriage-equality ruling. On the morning of Friday, June 26, 2015, the boys are surprised by President Obama's announcement of the ruling – but the surprises are just beginning!

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Rating

1.0/10

Release Date

2011-07-30

Episodes

24 (4 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Production Companies

Larilee Productions