The best HBO show you’re probably not watching (but definitely should be) just got renewed for a second season. The HBO Original late-night comedy seriesIt’s Florida, Manwill officially return for Season 2, with the Season 1 finale all set to debut on Friday, November 22. Available to stream onMax,It’s Florida, Manis inspired by many of the more ridiculous headlines you have no doubt seen on social media over the years, offering the unique experience of seeing some of this absurdity come to life on screen.
It’s Florida, ManSeason 1 proved that the bizarre life of Floridians is a big win, with the series having seen impressive viewership, with episodes averaging 2.3 million cross-platform viewers and ranking within the top 3most watched serieson Max since its debut in October. You can check out the richly detailed official synopsis forIt’s Florida, Manbelow.
“From Rough House Pictures (HBO’s “Eastbound & Down” and “The Righteous Gemstones”) and Range Studios, this irreverent late-night comedy series brings to life unbelievable ripped-from-the-headlines tales of the Sunshine State – straight from the people who live there.
Featuring interviews from everyday Floridians and playful recreations starring a rotating cast of actors and comedians, including Anna Faris, Jake Johnson, Randall Park, Juliette Lewis, Sam Richardson, Ego Nwodim, and more, this hilarious and outrageous series sheds light on the viral, wacky, and weird. Covering diverse topics – from mermaids to witches, extreme fantasies, and feral bunnies with equal parts humor and heart, IT’S FLORIDA, MAN. is a love letter to the beaches, backwaters, and especially the people of a misunderstood yet magical state.”
‘It’s Florida, Man’ Has a Score of 86% on Rotten Tomatoes
Created and executive produced by Mark Herwick for Range Studios and Jeff Tomsic, who also directs,It’s Florida, Manis executive produced byDanny McBrideand Brandon James for Rough House Pictures, and Bryan Storkel. The first season stars a rolling cast of major names from the world of comedy. More than two dozen guest stars made special appearances throughout the series’ six episodes,including Anna Faris, Randall Park, Jake Johnson, Jon Gries, Sam Richardson, Ego Nwodim, Juliette Lewis, Simon Rex, and more. No doubt the second season will also impress.
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It’s Florida, Manhas been met with positive reviews from critics, and now stands at 86% on the review aggregator site Rotten Tomatoes. Margaret Lyons ofThe New York Timessaid of the series, “The show’s melody is “Get a load of this!” But its harmony kicks in with cheerful depth, a curiosity about the loves and agonies that extend beyond a local news segment,” while Daniel Fienberg ofThe Hollywood Reporteradds, “The familiar actors are a cute touch, elevating It’s Florida, Man above the gawking that a similar concept on TLC or Discovery might deliver.”
Finally, Nick Schager ofThe Daily Beastpraised the series as “A crazy companion piece toDrunk History, employing non-fiction interviews and over-the-top recreations to recount some of most moronic chapters in America’s recent past.”
