Overview
- The eight-episode series, premiering May 15 on Prime Video, follows Benny, a closeted freshman navigating college life and self-discovery at Yates University.
- Critics highlight the show's balance of raunchy humor and emotional depth, emphasizing themes of identity, friendship, and authenticity.
- Benito Skinner stars as Benny and leads an ensemble cast including Wally Baram, Mary Beth Barone, Adam DiMarco, and Rish Shah, with notable cameos by Charli XCX, Megan Fox, and James Van Der Beek.
- Produced by A24, Amazon MGM Studios, and Jonah Hill’s Strong Baby, the series explores campus rites of passage like secret societies and awkward relationships.
- Reviewers praise Skinner's transition from internet comedy to television, calling the show a strong addition to the coming-of-age genre.