FX’s new comedy series, *Adults*, follows five twenty-something roommates as they navigate the complexities of adulthood. The show has drawn comparisons to iconic series like *Friends* and *New Girl*, capturing the mishaps and growing pains characteristic of a coming-of-age story. The creators, Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw, have crafted a series that’s fresh yet familiar, although the humor took some time to settle into a comfortable groove.
One of the standout episodes, Season 1, Episode 6 titled “Roast Chicken,” written by Sanaz Toossi and directed by Jason Woliner, truly encapsulated the essence of the show. The episode revolves around the roommates hosting their first dinner party for Mr. Teacher, played by Charlie Cox, who Billie (Lucy Freyer) has been dating. The stakes are high as Billie strives to showcase her maturity with a roast chicken dinner.
Billie sets the scene, exuding confidence as she prepares for the evening. Despite the unorthodox attire choices of her friends and the general chaos that ensues, she vows to prove the critics wrong about her generation’s capability to host. However, the night quickly spirals into disarray with hilarious outcomes, including Mr. Teacher revealing his state of inebriation and a surprise guest appearance by actress Julia Fox, which causes further insecurity for one of the roommates.
The narrative builds tension as disasters pile up, especially when Billie’s roast chicken is revealed to be undercooked, leading to an unforgettable scene where the high Mr. Teacher chaotically engages with the failing party. In a moment filled with humor and humility, Billie ultimately demonstrates maturity by seeking help from Mr. Teacher’s ex-wife to resolve the evening’s issues.
*Adults* masterfully balances the rawness of real-life scenarios with comedic elements, enhancing the connective tissue between the episodes and the audience. The characters reflect a relatable struggle of being in a transitional stage of life—caught between carefree youth and the responsibilities of adulthood. This episode, in particular, encapsulates the journey of making mistakes, supporting friends, and striving for growth.
With new episodes streaming on Hulu and airing on FX, *Adults* continues to showcase the laughter and chaos inherent in the journey through adulthood, emphasizing that while we may all be in different stages of our lives, the pursuit of maturity and self-discovery is a universal experience.