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Fishing with John

Fishing with John

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Overview

Musician John Lurie knows nothing about fishing, but that doesn't stop him from embarking on fishing in exotic locations with friends.

Created by John Lurie
Written by John Lurie
Produced by Taku Nishimae
NetworksIFC

Top Cast

John Lurie

John Lurie

Self

Robb Webb

Robb Webb

Narrator (voice)

Themes & Keywords

fishingsportstraveljungle

About Fishing with John

Fishing with John is a comedy, documentary series that first aired in 1991 exploring themes of fishing, sports, travel, jungle. Created by John Lurie, it stars John Lurie, Robb Webb. Musician John Lurie knows nothing about fishing, but that doesn't stop him from embarking on fishing in exotic locations with friends.

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