Maturing into one of TV's best comedies
A.V. Club • • entertainment
Key Points:
- TV seasons, especially for ensemble comedies, are increasingly getting shorter episode orders, often limited to six to 10 episodes, which hinders character development and story growth.
- Many beloved shows like Seinfeld, Parks and Recreation, and The Office might have struggled or been canceled early if subjected to these shorter seasons.
- FX’s Adults exemplifies the benefits of allowing a show room to grow, evolving into a confident and hilarious comedy in its second season despite having only eight episodes.
- Created by Rebecca Shaw and Ben Kronengold, Adults captures the awkwardness and challenges of twentysomething life, including job instability, dating struggles, and social media pressures, with a relatable and entertaining cast.
- The series is praised as one of TV’s strongest and funniest Gen Z sitcoms, largely due to its charming ensemble and authentic portrayal of adulthood’s difficulties.
