HBO Renews ‘Eastbound & Down'

Comedy series to return in 2010

By David Tanklefsky -- Broadcasting & Cable, 4/8/2009 11:46:10 AM

Kenny Powers is heading back to the big leagues. Eastbound & Down, the HBO comedy series starring Danny McBride, is returning for a second season, the network announced Wednesday. New episodes are scheduled to debut in 2010.

The six-episode comedy, executive produced in part by Will Farrell, received critical praise. The series tells the story of a star Major League pitcher, Powers, whose self-destructiveness drives him out of baseball and back to his hometown where he becomes a middle school Phys Ed teacher. The final episode leaves off with Powers landing another big-league offer.

"Eastbound & Down's raucous comedy sparked a loyal and enthusiastic following that grew throughout the season," said Michael Lombardo, president of HBO's programming group and West Coast operations, in a statement. "We're happy to bring the show back for more innings."

In addition to Ferrell, the show is executive produced by Adam McKay, Chris Henchy, Jody Hill, Danny McBridge, and Ben Best.

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• I loved watching Eastbound and down. Now I'm going through withdrawl now that it's off air. this show reminds me of trailer park boys the tv show from canada. check it out if you like EB&D!

  
  Big Dave - 4/9/2009 5:29:16 PM EDT
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