Before 'The Studio', Seth Rogen Starred in This 96%-Rated Comedy Gem You Probably Missed
It's a story about midlife crises, growing up, and maintaining a connection with someone when you're no longer the people you once were.
Have you already rewatched every episode of The Studio ten times and are missing Seth Rogen's humor? Then Platonic is definitely the show for you.
Inspired by writer Francesca Delbanco's personal experience, the series explores what happens when a woman's social circle shifts after getting married and having children.
The project explores the age-old question of whether a platonic friendship between a man and a woman is possible. Yet, it proves to be far deeper than your typical sitcom.
What Is 'Platonic' About?
After a difficult return from her hiatus to raise her family, housewife Sylvia decides to reboot her life. She starts by reconnecting with her former best friend, Will. His perpetual midlife crisis and recent divorce spark a series of absurd adventures – and plenty of soul-searching.
Sylvia is a housewife who put her legal career on hold for her family, and she now has no idea who she really is. Will is a pub owner who loves to party until dawn, but he is currently reeling from a divorce and feeling lost.
The time they spend together turns into an escapist adventure. As they dive into one escapade after another, reality feels less harsh, and their pressing problems fade into the background.
'Platonic' Is Worth Watching if Only for the Sparkling Chemistry Between Seth Rogen & Rose Byrne
In stories like this, the chemistry between the lead characters is crucial. In the case of Platonic, the magic of the Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne duo is arguably the main driving force behind the series.
Although their characters seem like caricatures – a bored housewife and a hipster party animal – the actors clearly enjoy the process, ensuring that even the most skeptical viewer can find something to enjoy.
Director Nicholas Stoller and his wife, screenwriter Francesca Delbanco, never considered other actors for the lead roles.
They felt that the chemistry between Rogen and Byrne, who had previously played a married couple in Neighbors, was perfect for capturing the complex dynamics of a platonic friendship.
What Did Critics & Viewers Think of 'Platonic'?
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Platonic has 96% from critics and 80% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes.
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On IMDb, the series has a score of 7.2/10.
Where to Watch 'Platonic'?
Platonic is available to stream on Apple TV.
