Insecure

Name: Insecure
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2016-10-09
Cast: Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, Jay Ellis, Natasha Rothwell

2016 | 5 seasons | Comedy, Drama

Friday Night Flick

Why it’s a Friday Night Flick

Critics loved it (97% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it won an Emmy. Make plans for this one.

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

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: 5 seasons: a few months of evenings.
What might put you off: Rated TV-MA: meant for adults.
Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Follows the awkward experiences and racy tribulations of a modern-day African-American woman.

CriticsVery strong
97% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesSolid
7.2 out of 10
AwardsVery strong
Won 1 Peabody Award: Peabody Awards: Entertainment honoree. Also nominated for 3 Emmys, 1 Golden Globe and 2 Critics' Choice Awards. Plus 18 other awards.
Reach & staying powerBelow par
Ran for 5 seasons and reached a modest audience
Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 214K people sought it out in the past year