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FX/Hulu Sitcom 'Adults' Splits Critics with Cringe Comedy

Early reviews highlight strong ensemble chemistry despite critics remaining divided over its profane, cringe-centric humor.

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Amita Rao, Lucy Freyer, Malik Elassal, Jack Innanen, and Owen Thiele in "Adults."

Overview

  • Created by Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw, the eight-episode series follows five post-college friends living together in a Queens brownstone.
  • The first two episodes premiered on FX on May 28, with all eight episodes available to stream on Hulu from May 29.
  • Reviewers praised the lead cast—including Malik Elassal, Lucy Freyer, Amita Rao, Owen Thiele and Jack Innanen—for their onscreen rapport.
  • Critics argued that the show’s aggressively profane tone and over-the-top cringe comedy sometimes overshadow its relatable portrayal of twenty-somethings.
  • Guest turns from Charlie Cox and Julia Fox add star appeal while the series continues to find its balance between satire and farce.