Series

Necessary Roughness

“Everyone has issues to tackle.”

★ 6.8(40)20111h 0m3 seasons

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Good to know

Release date: 2011-06-29
Runtime: 1h 0m
Language: English
Seasons: 3
Episodes: 38
Network: USA Network
Status: Canceled
Country: United States of America

Necessary Roughness — trailer

About Necessary Roughness

Necessary Roughness is a 2011 web series in the Comedy and Drama genres, starring Callie Thorne, Scott Cohen and Mehcad Brooks. It spans 3 seasons and 38 episodes, and originally aired on USA Network. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 40 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Necessary Roughness in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A tough, sexy Long Island divorcee, Callie Thorne, gets a job as therapist for a professional football team in order to make ends meet. Underestimated at every turn, she succeeds beyond all expectations and soon finds herself as the sought-after therapist to high-profile clients. As a newly single mom raising two teenagers, she is determined to make her new career work by striking a balance between her personal and professional worlds.

Seasons (3)

Season 112 eps · 2011

Season 216 eps · 2012

Season 310 eps · 2013

Cast

Callie Thorne

Dr. Danielle 'Dani' Santino

Scott Cohen

Nico Careles

Mehcad Brooks

Terrence King

John Stamos

Connor McClane

Karissa Lee Staples

Paloma Madsen

Themes & keywords

american footballsportssingle mothernfl (national football league)dramedypsychotherapistsports drama

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Necessary Roughness in South Africa?+

Necessary Roughness is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Necessary Roughness on Netflix?+

Necessary Roughness is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How many seasons of Necessary Roughness are there?+

Necessary Roughness has 3 seasons and 38 episodes in total.

Who stars in Necessary Roughness?+

Necessary Roughness stars Callie Thorne, Scott Cohen, Mehcad Brooks, John Stamos and Karissa Lee Staples.

When did Necessary Roughness come out?+

Necessary Roughness is a 2011 web series.

What genre is Necessary Roughness?+

Necessary Roughness is Comedy and Drama series.