Harry Dean Stanton and Elvis Costello appeared as themselves in the same episode of Two and a Half Men: “Back Off Mary Poppins,” the season 2 premiere. It was released on September 20, 2004.
Which episode featured Harry Dean Stanton and Elvis Costello?
The episode is “Back Off Mary Poppins,” listed as season 2, episode 1. Apple TV credits both Stanton and Costello by their own names and gives the episode a 19-minute runtime. Apple TV’s episode listing identifies the release date as September 20, 2004.
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Two and a Half Men: The Complete Series (RPKG/DVD) | $95.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Two and a Half Men: Season 1 | $16.38 | Buy on Amazon |
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Two and a Half Men: The Complete Series Boxset (DVD) | $87.68 | Buy on Amazon |
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Two and a Half Men: The Complete Second Season (DVD) | $14.00 | Buy on Amazon |
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Two and a Half Men: Season 6 | $14.72 | Buy on Amazon |
What happens in “Back Off Mary Poppins”?
The episode’s conflict centers on Charlie’s male support group. According to Apple TV’s synopsis, Alan is hurt when Charlie excludes him, and the possibility of an invitation to join the group may cheer him up. The listing credits Stanton and Costello as guest performers appearing as themselves; it does not establish additional details about their individual scenes or dialogue.
Was it announced as the season premiere?
Yes. In a preview published August 24, 2004, TV Guide named Sean Penn, Elvis Costello, and Harry Dean Stanton as guest appearances for the September 20 season premiere. Apple TV’s episode listing also names Sean Penn and Bobby Cooper in the cast.
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Can you get the episode on DVD?
A retailer lists Two and a Half Men: The Complete Second Season on DVD, and “Back Off Mary Poppins” is part of that season. That makes the season set, rather than an episode-specific disc, the supported physical-media option. Retail listings, stock, and availability can vary.
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- DVD
- 16 X 9 LETTERBOX
- Slipcase - Pozzoli
- Multi Disc
- Stereo 2.0 - English
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