The Sorkin Notes

"**The Sorkin Notes**"
"The Sorkin Notes"
Entourage episode
Episode no.	Season 6; Episode 8
Directed by	Mark Mylod
Written by	Doug Ellin; Ally Musika;
Produced by	Lori Jo Nemhauser; Wayne Carmona;
Cinematography by	Rob Sweeney
Editing by	Steven Sprung
Original release date	August 30, 2009
Running time	25 minutes
Guest appearances
	Beverly D'Angelo as Barbara Miller (special guest star); Aaron Sorkin as Himself (special guest star); Peter Stormare as Aaron Cohen (special guest star); Alexis Dziena as Ashley Brooks; Jami Gertz as Marlo Klein; Autumn Reeser as Lizzie Grant; Kate Mara as Brittany;
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"The Sorkin Notes" is the eighth episode of the sixth season of the American comedy-drama television series Entourage. It is the 74th overall episode of the series and was written by series creator Doug Ellin and executive producer Ally Musika, and directed by co-executive producer Mark Mylod. It originally aired on HBO on August 30, 2009.

The series chronicles the acting career of Vincent Chase, a young A-list movie star, and his childhood friends from Queens, New York City, as they attempt to further their nascent careers in Los Angeles. In the episode, Eric finally takes a decision over his dilemma with Sloan and Ashley. Meanwhile, Vince gets a new security system, while Ari tries to sign Aaron Sorkin just as Andrew hits his breaking point.

According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode gained a 1.9/6 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received positive reviews from critics, with praise for Sorkin's and Stormare's guest appearances and character development.