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      Season 1 – Insecure

      2016 Comedy List
      100% 79 Reviews Tomatometer 80% 500+ Ratings Audience Score Modern-day black women might be described as strong and confident; in other words, just the opposite of Issa and Molly. As the best friends deal with their own real-life flaws, their insecurities come to the fore as together they cope with an endless series of uncomfortable everyday experiences. Created by co-star Issa Rae and writer/comic Larry Wilmore ("The Daily Show With Jon Stewart"), the comedy series looks at the friendship of two black women in a unique, authentic way. It features the music of both indie and established artists of color, and touches on a variety of social and racial issues that relate to the contemporary black experience. Read More Read Less Watch on Fandango at Home Premiered Feb 13 Buy Now

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      Insecure uses star Issa Rae's breakout web series Awkward Black Girl as the basis for an insightful, raunchy, and hilarious journey through the life of a twentysomething black woman that cuts through stereotypes with sharp wit and an effusive spirit.

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      Tammie M I love the show. Most tv shows after first episode I'm bored. This one keeps me interested and is very funny and relatable. I'm getting into so many episodes now I know the show will run out on me and I'll be so bummed. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/16/23 Full Review Daryl D Daniel blasting on Issa, hilarious Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/28/23 Full Review Audience Member I just finished Season 1 on hbomax (late to the game as it is Jan 2022). I am blown away, impressed, intrigued. "I'm in this!" @Issa Rae: genius! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Issa Rae and co. have managed to find the perfect balance in Insecure's characters, crafting deeply flawed but relatable and mostly-likable individuals whom audiences will enjoy following, whether they're cleaning up messes or foolishly creating new ones. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review michelle c I'm not gonna lie, the first few episodes I had to hold on with my fingers crossed and I'm so happy I didn't give up. This is a show that works up to better and better as you go along. Issa Rae has earned my respect big time. I absolutely love this show and cannot wait til season 5. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review fachrul f Why are u stupid Issa?? you let lawrence go Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Episode 1 Aired Oct 9, 2016 Insecure as F... After her 29th birthday, Issa Dee reconsiders her relationship with her live-in boyfriend, Lawrence; Issa's best friend, Molly, laments being single; Issa reconnects with an ex at an open-mic night. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 16, 2016 Messy as F... Issa attempts to make a decision about Lawrence while sticking to her plan to embrace a bolder side of herself; Molly treats herself to a fancy day and goes on a promising date; Lawrence gets some advice. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 23, 2016 Racist as F... Issa and Lawrence try to move past their issues at home; Issa deals with doubts from her colleagues; Lawrence gets a reality check from a head hunter; Molly introduces Jared to her friends. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 30, 2016 Thirsty as F... Issa turns to Daniel for help during Career Day; Molly finds herself in a tough position at work; Lawrence bonds with a surprising confidante. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 6, 2016 Shady as F... Issa searches for a way to get her open mic video taken down; Issa reconnects with Daniel; Lawrence faces questions about his future with Issa; Molly invites her "perfect guy" to a coworker's engagement party. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 13, 2016 Guilty as F... Issa tries to keep things together while hiding her guilt; Lawrence gets serious about his commitment to Issa; Molly embraces a new relationship. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 20, 2016 Real as F... Issa prepares for an important fundraiser; Lawrence considers a career opportunity; Molly encounters an old friend. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 27, 2016 Broken as F... Tension between Molly and Issa threatens to resurface during a trip; Lawrence reconnects with his friends. Details

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      Judy Berman TIME Magazine Issa Rae’s breakthrough isn’t "just" a romantic comedy. Feb 13, 2023 Full Review Aya de Leon Bitch Media Issa Rae's Insecure is a treasure of a show. Feb 11, 2021 Full Review Hank Stuever Washington Post "Insecure" is simple, funny, and authentic. Rated: A- Jan 25, 2019 Full Review Marina Zucchi Clarín [Insecure] accomplishes it's creator's premise: "It is possible that you'll never feel comfortable watching the series." Discomfort as a virtue. [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 4/4 Sep 6, 2023 Full Review Nick Venable CinemaBlend Insecure is indeed a much-needed oasis, and we're all the better for Issa Rae's mirror raps. Dec 3, 2018 Full Review Rebecca Carroll Esquire Magazine Beyond moments of brilliant writing, standout acting, and skilled direction, the show represents something that feels like a bigger, more intangible exaction -- an expression of creative freedom rarely granted to black artists. Oct 19, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

      Season Info

      Director
      Kevin Bray, Debbie Allen, Cecile Emeke, Melina Matsoukas
      Executive Producer
      Issa Rae, Prentice Penny, Melina Matsoukas, Michael Rotenberg, Dave Becky, Jonathan Berry
      Screenwriter
      Issa Rae, Amy Aniobi, Dayna Lynne North, Laura Kittrell, Prentice Penny, Ben Dougan, Larry Wilmore
      Network
      HBO
      Rating
      TV-MA
      Genre
      Comedy
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date
      Oct 9, 2016
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