Ray Ploshansky is a fictional character portrayed by Alex Karpovsky in the TV series Girls.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Pilot (season 1), they were 36 years old.
They appear in 42 episodes out of a total of 62 aired and have accumulated 12723 positive votes.
The character of Ray Ploshansky is mainly associated with Shoshanna Shapiro, Hannah Horvath and Marnie Michaels.
Episodes42
Pilot
episode S1.E1 april 2012Hannah searches for a job in New York City after she is cut off financially by her parents.
Hannah's Diary
episode S1.E4 may 2012Hannah takes up 'sexting'; Shoshanna runs into a boy from summer camp; Jessa gets distracted on the job; Ray and Charlie snoop.
Hard Being Easy
episode S1.E5 may 2012Hannah's diary makes Charlie reconsider his relationship with Marnie, but is she ready to let him go? Hannah pays a visit to Adam's, but finds herself excluded from the fun part. Jesse meets her ex, who has absolutely no intention of sleeping with her.
Welcome to Bushwick a.k.a. The Crackcident
episode S1.E7 may 2012The girls go to a warehouse party in Brooklyn. Marnie discovers Charlie has a new girlfriend. Hannah meets Adam and learns something new about him. Jeff comes to see Jessa, but ends up in the ER. Shoshanna accidentally smokes crack.
Leave Me Alone
episode S1.E9 june 2012The girls attend a book launch for Hannah's college nemesis. Hannah meets her old professor, who invites her to a reading. In need of money, she also tries out for a job at Ray's café. Hannah and Marnie get into a fight.
She Did
episode S1.E10 june 2012Marnie moves out of the apartment. Hannah considers the idea of Adam moving in. Jessa invites everyone to a mystery party.
It's About Time
episode S2.E1 january 2013Hannah throws a housewarming party with brand-new roommate Elijah, but it's hard to move on when she's still playing nurse to Adam. Marnie gets bad news at work and a visit from her mom; Shoshanna avoids Ray at the party; and sun-kissed Jessa returns from her honeymoon.
I Get Ideas
episode S2.E2 january 2013Hannah gets unsolicited musical attention from heartbroken Adam and displeasing opinions on her writing from Sandy. Elijah questions his sexuality; Marnie makes a career compromise when her curatorial dreams are crushed; Jessa revels in married life; Shoshanna and Ray make magic; and Elijah and Marnie harbor a secret.
It's a Shame About Ray
episode S2.E4 february 2013Elijah moves out, and Hannah invites a group including Charlie, Audrey and Marney to dinner. Jessa meets Thomas-John's parents, which finally prompts a confrontation between husband and wife. Shoshanna discovers that Ray may be living with her.
One Man's Trash
episode S2.E5 february 2013A man comes to the coffee shop to complain to Ray that someone is leaving trash in his trash cans. Hannah follows him to his brownstone to confess and ends up spending the rest of the day, and the next day, with him.
Boys
episode S2.E6 february 2013Hannah is hired to write an e-book, but has trouble finding inspiration. Booth asks Marnie to host a party with him for a gallery opening. Ray goes to see Adam, and they end up traveling to Staten Island to return a stolen dog.
It's Back
episode S2.E8 march 2013Hannah tries to hide mounting anxiety about her book from her visiting parents. Meanwhile, Marnie is stunned by news that Charlie has started a successful app company; Adam gets set up on a date; and Ray's misanthropy gives Shoshanna pause.
On All Fours
episode S2.E9 march 2013Pressure from Hannah's aggressive publisher (John Cameron Mitchell) and a looming deadline further jeopardize Hannah's mental state. Adam and his new girlfriend have their first misunderstanding. Marnie makes an awkward step in following her dreams.
Together
episode S2.E10 march 2013Season Two Finale. In order to avoid being sued by her publisher, Hannah must write her book in a single day. Marnie misinterprets Charlie's intentions; Ray makes a career move which he hopes will impress Shoshanna.
Females Only
episode S3.E1 january 2014Hannah attempts to ease Adam into her social circle as Marnie recovers from a second breakup with Charlie and Shoshanna establishes her priorities after her split with Ray. Meanwhile, Jessa is secretly in rehab, but finds herself an unpopular fixture due to her careless attitude with the other patients.
She Said OK
episode S3.E3 january 2014Ray gets used to being a restaurant manager and Marnie takes control of Hannah's 25th birthday party. Meanwhile, Adam gets an unexpected visitor.
Dead Inside
episode S3.E4 january 2014Hannah's editor, David, dies, but Hannah's more concerned with what will happen to her e-book. Jessa finds out that a friend from the past faked her own death. Marnie quits her job at Ray's coffee shop.
Only Child
episode S3.E5 february 2014Caroline is creating tension in the apartment. Hannah finds a new editor, but her previous publisher will not release her book. Marnie asks Ray's opinion of her, but her response is pathetic and desperate, and ultimately proves Ray's point.
Free Snacks
episode S3.E6 february 2014Hannah starts a new job doing advertorial work for GQ magazine, but finds it difficult to fit in. Meanwhile, Marnie and Ray make a connection, but soon clash, and Shoshanna takes her relationship with Parker to the next level.
Incidentals
episode S3.E8 february 2014After conducting an interview with Patti LuPone, Hannah becomes scared that Adam will change due to his being cast in a Broadway play. Meanwhile, Jessa receives an unexpected visit, and Marnie is depressed about her lack of success.
I Saw You
episode S3.E11 march 2014Hannah and Elijah have dinner with Patti LuPone, Jessa looks for a new job, and Hannah, Shoshanna and Elijah attend Marnie's open-mic night performance.
Two Plane Rides
episode S3.E12 march 2014The girls each face life-altering news and decisions.
Iowa
episode S4.E1 january 2015Marnie and Desi perform a live duo, while Hannah prepares for her big move to Iowa.
Female Author
episode S4.E3 january 2015Jessa and Adam become AA pals and Jessa gets into trouble with NYPD. Seems unlikely that Hannah long distance relationship stands a chance. Marnie is hitting the wall in her personal life but her singing career seems to finally going in a right direction.
Cubbies
episode S4.E4 february 2015Jessa gives her opinion on Marnie's new song. Shoshanna and Ray go shopping together. Desi gives Marnie news that makes her smile. Hannah writes an apology letter that doesn't go over well. Then she learns of the new things in Adam's life.
Sit-In
episode S4.E5 february 2015Hannah's friends try to help her through a crisis after she arrives back in the city and finds everyone has moved on with their lives while she was in Iowa. Hannah and Adam have an honest conversation about their relationship.
Close Up
episode S4.E6 february 2015Adam's new girlfriend reveals a surprising revelation that can tear apart their relationship, while Hannah and Ray make big career decisions.
Tad & Loreen & Avi & Shanaz
episode S4.E8 march 2015Hannah's father makes a shocking announcement. Marnie and Desi take things to another level. Shoshanna tries to get back in the dating game.
Daddy Issues
episode S4.E9 march 2015Hannah is confronted with a family dilemma; Marnie makes an announcement at Ray's campaign party.
Home Birth
episode S4.E10 march 2015Hannah, Adam and Jessa try to convince Caroline and Laird to forgo their planned home birth.
Wedding Day
episode S5.E1 february 2016Marnie micromanages her upstate wedding to Desi; Shoshanna is tasked with carrying out Marnie's wishes; Fran has an awkward moment with Adam; a dejected Ray steps in to help Desi
Good Man
episode S5.E2 february 2016Fran moves in with Hannah due to his unstable roommate; Jessa and Adam spend time together at the carnival; Hannah visits her dad; Elijah has a new love interest; Ray's coffee shop is losing customers.
Japan
episode S5.E3 march 2016Shoshanna finds her beloved new life in Japan threatened, Adam and Jessa's complicated friendship continues, and, upset at finding photos of his ex-girlfriends on his phone, Hannah sends nudes to Fran.
Old Loves
episode S5.E4 march 2016Hannah and Fran have an exaggerated argument and she is left feeling hesitant about their relationship, Desi makes another thoughtless decision without consulting Marnie, and sparks begin to fly between Jessa and Adam.
Hello Kitty
episode S5.E7 april 2016After a fight with Fran, Hannah spirals into anxiety, Jessa fears Hannah discovering her relationship with Adam, and Elijah has a rude awakening.
Homeward Bound
episode S5.E8 april 2016Hannah gets into trouble outside New York, Marnie meets an obstacle, Jessa and Adam are left holding Caroline's baby, while a dejected Shoshanna returns from Japan.
Love Stories
episode S5.E9 april 2016Hannah bumps into an old frenemy, Marnie encounters more problems with Desi, and Shoshanna offers to help Ray save his business.
I Love You Baby
episode S5.E10 april 2016A newly inspired Hannah prepares for a writing event, Marnie asks Ray to go on tour with her, Shoshanna basks in her newfound success, and Jessa and Adam's relationship starts to crack.
All I Ever Wanted
episode S6.E1 february 2017Hannah gets an assignment to write about a female surf camp in the Hamptons, where she meets an uncomplicated water-skiing instructor; Marnie tells Ray that he needs to spend more time at his own place.
Painful Evacuation
episode S6.E4 march 2017Hannah interviews influential writer Ode Montgomery; Adam storms off the set of his latest acting job; Ray considers the course of his life after a regular at the coffee shop dies suddenly; Marnie is confronted with her narcissism.
Gummies
episode S6.E5 march 2017Adam and Jessa begin shooting scenes for their film; Hannah's mother has a hard time accepting the next phase of her life; Marnie does a less-than-stellar job of being there for a grieving Ray.
What Will We Do This Time About Adam?
episode S6.E8 april 2017Adam has surprising news for Hannah. Jessa spends a day off on her own. Shoshanna has a run-in with Abigail.
- Pilot
- Hannah's Diary
- Hard Being Easy
- Welcome to Bushwick a.k.a. The Crackcident
- Leave Me Alone
- She Did
- It's About Time
- I Get Ideas
- It's a Shame About Ray
- One Man's Trash
- Boys
- It's Back
- On All Fours
- Together
- Females Only
- She Said OK
- Dead Inside
- Only Child
- Free Snacks
- Incidentals
- I Saw You
- Two Plane Rides
- Iowa
- Female Author
- Cubbies
- Sit-In
- Close Up
- Tad & Loreen & Avi & Shanaz
- Daddy Issues
- Home Birth
- Wedding Day
- Good Man
- Japan
- Old Loves
- Hello Kitty
- Homeward Bound
- Love Stories
- I Love You Baby
- All I Ever Wanted
- Painful Evacuation
- Gummies
- What Will We Do This Time About Adam?
Best moments10
- Adam's new girlfriend reveals a surprising revelation that can tear apart their relationship, while Hannah and Ray make big career decisions.
- Hannah is hired to write an e-book, but has trouble finding inspiration. Booth asks Marnie to host a party with him for a gallery opening. Ray goes to see Adam, and they end up traveling to Staten Island to return a stolen dog.
- Jessa gives her opinion on Marnie's new song. Shoshanna and Ray go shopping together. Desi gives Marnie news that makes her smile. Hannah writes an apology letter that doesn't go over well. Then she learns of the new things in Adam's life.
- Adam has surprising news for Hannah. Jessa spends a day off on her own. Shoshanna has a run-in with Abigail.
- Hannah interviews influential writer Ode Montgomery; Adam storms off the set of his latest acting job; Ray considers the course of his life after a regular at the coffee shop dies suddenly; Marnie is confronted with her narcissism.
- Hannah is confronted with a family dilemma; Marnie makes an announcement at Ray's campaign party.
- Marnie micromanages her upstate wedding to Desi; Shoshanna is tasked with carrying out Marnie's wishes; Fran has an awkward moment with Adam; a dejected Ray steps in to help Desi
- Hannah starts a new job doing advertorial work for GQ magazine, but finds it difficult to fit in. Meanwhile, Marnie and Ray make a connection, but soon clash, and Shoshanna takes her relationship with Parker to the next level.
- Caroline is creating tension in the apartment. Hannah finds a new editor, but her previous publisher will not release her book. Marnie asks Ray's opinion of her, but her response is pathetic and desperate, and ultimately proves Ray's point.
- Hannah gets an assignment to write about a female surf camp in the Hamptons, where she meets an uncomplicated water-skiing instructor; Marnie tells Ray that he needs to spend more time at his own place.
- Close Up
- Boys
- Cubbies
- What Will We Do This Time About Adam?
- Painful Evacuation
- Daddy Issues
- Wedding Day
- Free Snacks
- Only Child
- All I Ever Wanted