About Entourage

Entourage, released in 2004, is a popular American television series that offers a humorous take on the ins and outs of the Hollywood film industry. The series was created and largely written by Doug Ellin and chronicles the acting career of Vincent Chase, a young A-list movie star, and his childhood friends from Queens, New York City, as they navigate through the unfamiliar terrain of Los Angeles, California. The entourage is not just friends but also the band of brothers who stays together as they get adjusted to the lifestyle that comes along with Vince's acting career in flashy Hollywood.

Making / Production

The TV series has been created and produced by Doug Ellin. It was largely filmed in Los Angeles and on location at settings known for hosting the film industry. The show marked an iconic representation of Hollywood and gave viewers a glimpse of the ins and outs of the movie business. The production managed to maintain a high degree of realism by featuring a multitude of real celebrities and film industry personalities as guest stars throughout the series.

Actors

• Adrian Grenier plays the role of Vincent Chase, the charming and talented A-list actor. He effortlessly portrays a casual, laid-back personality who often lets his entourage handle the business side of his career.
• Kevin Connolly takes on the character of Eric "E" Murphy, Vince's best friend and manager. He brings life to his character by showing his unfazed loyalty and rationality in managing Vince’s career.
• Kevin Dillon, playing Johnny 'Drama' Chase, is Vince's half-brother, whose acting career is not as successful. Dillon plays 'Drama' with humor and humility, often providing the show's comic relief.
• Jerry Ferrara, portraying Turtle, is Vince's driver and gofer who brings a genuine Queens spirit to Hollywood's glamour and glitz.
• Jeremy Piven plays the character of Ari Gold, Vince's aggressive, high-powered agent who’s calculating and conniving to secure the best deals for Vince.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The character Ari Gold is based on Mark Wahlberg's real-life agent, Ari Emanuel.
• The term 'Entourage' was initially a derogatory term used in Hollywood to describe people who hung around with celebrities.
• All of the main characters are from Queens, New York.
• A great deal of the show is improvised, leading to a more naturalistic dialogue.

Awards

Entourage has clinched multiple awards over the years, with standout performances by the ensemble cast and notably Jeremy Piven who won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series three times for his role as Ari Gold.

Quotes

• "I am the king of my own kingdom." - Vince
• "You can't be a manager if you're gonna freak out every time someone gets dumped." - Ari Gold
• "Victory!" - Johnny 'Drama' Chase.

Music, Soundtrack

• The series is well-known for its richly diverse music. Its opening theme song is "Superhero" by Jane's Addiction.
• Entourage's music encapsulates the feel of living the Hollywood lifestyle, including many hip-hop, rock and pop songs at key moments in the series.
• The series' soundtrack music is handpicked by music supervisor Scott Vener who made sure the music reflected the mood and feel of every scene.