The Studio
Seen it?2025 | 2 seasons | Comedy, Drama
Saturday SpecialWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It won 13 Emmys, people are still talking about it and it earned strong reviews (92% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite a short run with a modest audience. A strong pick for the weekend.
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
- Funny with heart.
- The pace
- 2 seasons: a few weeks of evenings.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-MA: meant for adults.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
Desperate for celebrity approval, the newly appointed head of a movie studio and his executive team at Continental Studios must juggle corporate demands with creative ambitions as they try to keep movies alive and relevant.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
92% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
7.8 out of 10
- AwardsVery strong
Won 4 Emmys: Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Comedy Series, Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series, Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series. Won 2 Golden Globes: Golden Globe Awards: Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, Golden Globe Awards: Best Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy. Won 1 BAFTA: British Academy Television Awards: Best International Programme. Won 3 Critics' Choice Awards: Critics' Choice Awards: Best Comedy Series, Critics' Choice Awards: Best Actor in a Comedy Series, Critics' Choice Awards: Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. Also nominated for 3 more Emmys, 1 more Golden Globe and 1 Independent Spirit Award. Plus 18 other awards.
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Ran for 2 seasons and reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 1.2 million people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Created by Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory, Seth Rogen, Frida Perez, Evan Goldberg
- Seth RogenMatt Remick
- Catherine O'HaraPatty Leigh
- Ike BarinholtzSal Saperstein
- Chase Sui WondersQuinn Hackett
- Kathryn HahnMaya Mason