Platonic

Name: Platonic
Genre: Comedy
Released: 2023-05-23
Cast: Rose Byrne, Seth Rogen, Luke Macfarlane, Carla Gallo

2023 | 3 seasons | Comedy

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (93% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it's still drawing plenty of interest, though it had a lukewarm 6.9 out of 10 from audiences and a short run with a modest audience. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who wants a laugh. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood: Light and funny.
The pace: 3 seasons: a few weeks of evenings.
What might put you off: Rated TV-MA: meant for adults.
Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

A platonic pair of former best friends approaching midlife reconnect after a long rift. The duo’s friendship becomes more consuming—and destabilizes their lives in a hilarious way.

How it earned its rating

CriticsStrong
93% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesBelow par
6.9 out of 10
AwardsNot counted
Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted
Reach & staying powerBelow par
Ran for 3 seasons and reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 345K people sought it out in the past year