How to Make It in America

DramaComedy2010TV-MA16 episodes2 seasonsScripted

Tagline: Dream big or go home.

First aired: 2010-02-14

Synopsis

Trying to make a name for themselves in New York's competitive fashion scene, Ben Epstein and his friend and business partner Cam Calderon use their street knowledge and connections to bring their ambitions to fruition. With the help of Cam's cousin Rene, who is trying to market his own high-energy drink, and their well-connected friend Domingo, the burgeoning entrepreneurs set out to make it big, encountering obstacles along the way that will require all their ingenuity to overcome.

Creators

Ian Edelman

Casting

  • Luis Guzmán
    Rene Calderon
  • Eddie Kaye Thomas
    David 'Kappo' Kaplan
  • Lake Bell
    Rachel Chapman
  • Andrea Navedo
    Debbie Dominguez
  • Kid Cudi
    Domingo Brown
  • Nick Chinlund
    Yosi
  • Bryan Greenberg
    Ben Epstein
  • Nicole LaLiberte
    Lulu
  • Victor Rasuk
    Cameron 'Cam' Calderon
  • Tuffy Questell
    Jabar
How to Make It in America Season 1 Poster

Season 1

Twentysomething New Yorkers Ben Epstein and Cam Calderon short-circuit the traditional route to success, deciding to use their street savvy and connections to make names for themselves in the fashion industry.

Number of episodes 8

How to Make It in America Season 2 Poster

Season 2

Following their business trip to Japan, Ben and Cam pound the New York City pavement with tenacious ambition to get noticed, get ahead, and get paid.

Number of episodes 8