Friendship as the backbone for Entourage? I don't think so.

The writers of the show claim that Entourage is a show about friendship because without the emphasis of brotherhood bonding the show wouldn't be relatable to viewers. This may be true, but it is definitely not the backbone of the show. If it were just about a bunch of guys hanging out all the time, no one would watch.

The real reason that this show is so successful is because it continues to push boundaries. The guys are constantly having inappropriate sexual encounters and referencing drugs. These two things are not normally talked about and that is why it is so entertaining to watch on TV. Entourage first caught my attention because of the pure shock value. I often found myself saying, "did that really just happen?"

I will never forget the first episode that featured guest star Bob Saget. He mentioned his coke addiction and love for prostitutes. He then hooked the boys up with some action from the neighbors. And then later appeared asking Eric if he could have sex in his office in exchange for E being his agent. This was definitely disturbing to me because I always had a sentimental sense of nostalgia for Danny Tanner in Full House.

The boys are also constantly shown bonding around smoking a marijuana joint. One episode in particular shows the love they have for weed when the town goes dry and they have to go on a journey to find a sherpa so they can have their marijuana fix.

Another shocking element of the show is all the sex in random public places. It seems all Vince has to do is show up at a restaurant, store, or bar to get laid. One episode shows him with a girl he met for the first time at a bar, rocking in his escalade in the parking lot outside during sex.

The actual characters and friendships are not what makes this show popular. It is the sex and drugs that draw in viewers that are mesmerized by their ability to do whatever they want without any consequences.