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'Paul American' Reality Series Debuts to Mixed Reviews on Max

The new show featuring Jake and Logan Paul offers a look into their family dynamics, careers, and controversies but has faced criticism for its authenticity and entertainment value.

Logan Paul and Jake Paul.
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 15: (L-R) Jake Paul and Logan Paul enter during LIVE On Netflix: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson at AT&T Stadium on November 15, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.
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Overview

  • The first episode of 'Paul American' premiered on Max on March 27, 2025, with weekly episodes scheduled through May 15.
  • The series provides an inside view of the Paul brothers' lives, showcasing their family relationships, romantic partners, and careers in boxing and wrestling.
  • Critics have largely panned the show, describing it as loud, inauthentic, and unengaging, with some questioning its value beyond the Pauls' core fanbase.
  • Recurring themes include the brothers' complicated relationship with their father, Greg Paul, and tensions over Logan's business partnership with Jake's rival, KSI.
  • Logan's fiancée Nina Agdal and Jake's fiancée Jutta Leerdam play significant roles, offering contrasting perspectives to the brothers' public personas.