Seth Rogen’s 'The Studio' Earns Praise for Satirical Take on Hollywood

The Apple TV+ series, debuting March 26, blends humor, high production values, and celebrity cameos but draws mixed reactions for its restrained satire.

Created by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, 'The Studio' is a satirical comedy about Hollywood's absurdities, centered on an insecure studio head managing outlandish projects.
The series features a star-studded cast, including Bryan Cranston, Kathryn Hahn, and Catherine O’Hara, alongside numerous celebrity cameos like Martin Scorsese and Netflix's Ted Sarandos.
Critics have praised its technical creativity, including a standout continuous Steadicam shot, and its mix of low-brow humor with high-art production quality.
While the show critiques Hollywood trends, such as the push for 'Barbie'-style blockbusters, some reviewers feel the satire could be sharper and more ruthless.
Set to premiere on March 26, 2025, on Apple TV+, the series balances its critique of industry flaws with a genuine affection for the film business.