Entourage is an HBO original series created by Doug Ellin which began on July 8, 2004. It chronicles the lives of young A-list movie star Vincent Chase and his childhood friends from Queens, New York City as they navigate the unfamiliar terrain of Hollywood, California. Doug Ellin, Mark Wahlberg, and Stephen Levinson serve as executive producers of the show. The premise of the show is loosely based on Wahlberg's experiences as an up-and-coming movie star. It stars Kevin Connolly, Adrian Grenier, Kevin Dillon, Jerry Ferrara, Jeremy Piven

• Vincent Chase: A young, up and coming actor who eventually becomes an A-list star.
• Eric "E" Murphy: Vince's best friend and manager.
• Johnny "Drama" Chase: Vince's older brother, personal chef, and trainer. Johnny is a D-list actor, who was in the fictional show Viking Quest during his younger days.
• Turtle: Another of Vince's old friends from childhood. Turtle's official role is as Vince's driver and assistant.
• Ari Gold: Vince's abrasive but lovable agent. Based on Super Agent and Endeavor Talent Agency founder Ari Emanuel.