7.930 minSeason 2 • Episode 6
LatestMae, George and Phil fly to Toronto, where Mae plans to confront the past head-on. Once there, Mae faces challenges including parental interference.
Recovering addict and comedian Mae tries to control the addictive behaviors and intense romanticism that permeate every facet of their life. Life is further complicated by a new and all-consuming relationship with their new girlfriend George.
Writing
Mae Martin's autobiographical rawness—funny until it breaks your heart.
Acting
Charlotte Ritchie's repressed George is devastatingly relatable.
Direction
Intimate close-ups that feel like someone reading your diary.
Creators
Mae Martin, Joe Hampson
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Mae Martin based the series on their own stand-up and real recovery journey, filming the comedy club scenes at actual London venues where they performed. The blurring of performer and character is intentional and destabilizing.
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