Ray Donovan

About Ray Donovan

"Ray Donovan" is an engaging drama that debuted in 2013, extensively lauded for its captivating narrative, intricate plots, and exceptional acting. The series showcases Ray Donovan, a 'fixer' with a tumultuous past from South Boston, now working for the law firm Goldman and Drexler. Equipped with unique skills to make anyone's problems disappear, Ray however struggles with his own family issues and personal demons.

Making / Production

Created by Ann Biderman, "Ray Donovan" first aired on Showtime. The series takes place in Los Angeles, California, but was filmed in different parts of California and New York. The series consists of seven seasons, running from 2013 to 2020. Each episode typically runs for 60 minutes.

Actors

• Liev Schreiber plays the titular character, Ray Donovan, portraying a complex character with depth and authenticity.
• Jon Voight, as Mickey Donovan, brings a robust performance as Ray's criminal father struggling to rebuild his relationship with his family.
• Eddie Marsan takes on the role of Terry Donovan, Ray's older brother who suffers from Parkinson's, with great sensitivity and emotion.
• Dash Mihok plays Ray's younger brother, Bunchy, who is a recovering alcoholic with a troubled past.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series features many guest stars, including Hank Azaria, James Woods, and Susan Sarandon.
• "Ray Donovan" was initially set in Boston, but for production convenience, it was moved to Los Angeles.
• The series was not intended to end after Season 7, but due to unforeseen circumstances, it was cancelled prematurely.

Awards

Ray Donovan has been nominated for multiple awards include Primetime Emmy Awards and Golden Globe Awards with Jon Voight winning a Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series in 2014.

Quotes

• "No one can ever know." - Ray Donovan
• "I'm not a survivor. I'm a king." - Mickey Donovan
• "You don't know, Raymond. You just don't know." - Abby Donovan

Music, Soundtrack

• The series prominently includes tracks in various episodes, each adding depth to the atmospheric narrative.
• A mix of diverse genres, including rock, electronic, and instrumental, marks the music of Ray Donovan.
• Numerous well-regarded artists are featured on the soundtrack, such as Kendra Morris, Donovan, and The High Strung.