The Hard Times Of
RJ Berger orbits the hilariously-hellish lives of a deeply unpopular 15
year-old (Paul Iacono) and his scheming, sex-obsessed best friend,
Miles Jenner (Jareb Dauplaise). Other than pining after the girl of his
dreams, Jenny Swanson (Amber Lancaster), receiving daily beatings from
the meanest jock in school, Max Owens (Jayson Blair), and evading the
stalker-ish advances of Lily Miran (Kara Taitz), there really isn't much
excitement in RJ's life. That is, until his anatomical gift is
accidentally exposed to the entire school. In a single moment, RJ goes
from anonymous to infamous, and for the first time in his life, he feels
a tiny sliver of confidence. Swept up in this man-sized wave of
recognition, we'll watch RJ claw his way out of the popularity basement.
Whether it's trying to get laid, dealing with his bizarre parents, or
simply navigating the treacherous waters of sophomore year, RJ will live
out the stories -- good, bad and ugly -- that we all remember from high
school. One mis-adventure at a time, we'll see him grow from a shy,
awkward boy into a slightly less shy and awkward young man. Part The
Wonder Years and part Superbad, The Hard Times Of RJ Berger is a loud,
funny, raunchy, sexy look at the life of lovable loser.
RJ and Max Owens battle for the title of Mr. Pinkerton in the Season 2 finale. Meanwhile, RJ's relationship with Amy hangs in the balance.
RJ and Jenny get nominated for Mr. and Ms. Pinkerton right as he's ready to take his relationship with Amy to the next level.
After years of having his birthday ruined by Max Owens, RJ and his friends decide to throw a "Max Bash." When Max and his gang of jocks show up at the party, things get out of hand.
RJ asks his dad for driving lessons as his 16th birthday approaches, but he gets more than he bargained for when his dad brings him to , a male strip club
RJ tries to get fake IDs and tickets to an over-21 Weezer concert in an attempt to impress Amy. Weezer guest stars
RJ gets caught in a lie. Later, he tries to help his depressed dad.
RJ is distracted by personal problems and his grades start to slip, so he starts seeing a tutor, who has some non-academic things on her mind. Elsewhere, Miles gets seduced by a teacher
Jenny has an acne breakout, making RJ question rethink their relationship. Meanwhile, Lily receives her settlement from the bus accident and experiences her first taste of popularity
RJ finally gets the chance to sleep with Jenny, but Lily tries to foil his plans.
RJ asks Jenny on a date, and when she accepts, he decides to get a makeover, with help from his cousin, Vinny Guadagnino (Jersey Shore)
RJ is haunted by his friend Lily in the Season 2 opener. Elsewhere, Max Owens seeks revenge on Miles.
Summary: A guilt-ridden RJ is torn between upholding his promise to keep Lily company in the hospital and attending a winter formal with the girl of his dreams.
Summary: RJ and Miles try to find dates for the winter formal, but after numerous rejections, RJ decides to ask his best pal Lily.
Summary: While in detention, RJ befriends a tough thug; Lily tries out for the cheerleading squad
Summary: When Jenny becomes single, she asks RJ to study with her.
The Hard Times Of RJ Berger orbits the hilariously-hellish lives of a deeply unpopular 15 year-old (Paul Iacono) and his scheming, sex-obsessed best friend, Miles Jenner (Jareb Dauplaise).
