6.526 minSeason 3 • Episode 8
LatestThe Thorn staff hears rumors that the paper has been sold. Annie crosses a boundary of someone she cares about and puts their relationship in jeopardy, while Fran and Emily have a big fight. Fran and Annie lean on each other and wonder about their future.
Annie Easton is a fat young woman who wants to change her life — but not her body. She struggles to make it as a journalist while juggling bad boyfriends, sick parents, and a perfectionist boss, while the world around her deems her unsatisfactory due to her weight. Then, she realizes that she is just as good as anyone else and acts on it.
Acting
Aidy Bryant's controlled explosion of rage and vulnerability.
Writing
Lindy West's autobiographical bite—funny until it cuts deep.
Direction
Unapologetic sex scenes that center fat pleasure, not punchlines.
Creators
Aidy Bryant, Alexandra Rushfield, Lindy West
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on Lindy West's memoir; she fought to keep Annie's abortion storyline unapologetic and free of guilt-trip tropes.
Hulu canceled it after season 3—West said they got to end on their terms, but fans still rage-tweeted for weeks.
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