David Farnor | On 21, Aug 2018

Every family is imperfect. Every family is unpredictable. That’s the message of the new trailer for Netflix’s Atypical, which returns this September.

The comedy, which was created, written and executive produced by Robia Rashid, is a coming of age story from the point-of-view of Sam (played by Keir Gilchrist), an 18-year-old on the autistic spectrum searching for love and independence. Released last year, the show generated some debate about its depiction of autism, but was popular enough for the streaming service to greenlight a second run.

Extending its run to 10 episodes, up from eight, Season 2 will once again star Jennifer Jason Leigh as Sam’s mother, Elsa, who is on a life-changing path as her son gains more independence. Michael Rapaport plays Sam’s father, Doug, who desires to better connect with and understand his son. Brigette Lundy-Paine plays Sam’s scrappy sister, Casey, and Amy Okuda plays his therapist, Julia.

Season 2 premieres on Friday 7th September. Here’s the first full trailer:

 

Atypical Season 2 is available on Netflix UK, as part of an £9.99 monthly subscription.

 

Atypical Season 2 set for September release

15th August 2018

Atypical will return to Netflix for Season 2 this September.

The comedy, which was created, written and executive produced by Robia Rashid, is a coming of age story from the point-of-view of Sam (played by Keir Gilchrist), an 18-year-old on the autistic spectrum searching for love and independence.

Extending its run to 10 episodes, up from eight, Season 2 will once again star Jennifer Jason Leigh as Sam’s mother, Elsa, Michael Rapaport asSam’s father, Doug, Brigette Lundy-Paine as Sam’s scrappy sister, Casey, and Amy Okuda as his therapist, Julia.

Now, Netflix has confirmed that Season 2 will be released on Friday 7th September worldwide – in a video inspired by Sam’s love for, and knowledge of, penguins.

You can see that cute clip below – or catch up with our review of Season 1 here.

Meanwhile in Antarctica… Atypical Season 2 streams September 7th on Netflix 🐧 pic.twitter.com/PohTbk0B9B

— Atypical (@Atypical) August 14, 2018

 

Netflix renews Atypical for extended Season 2

14th September 2017

Netflix has renewed Atypical for a second season.

The comedy, which was created, written and executive produced by Robia Rashid, a coming of age story from the point-of-view of Sam (played by Keir Gilchrist), an 18-year-old on the autistic spectrum searching for love and independence.

Michelle Dean, who received her PhD from UCLA and worked at the UCLA Center for Autism and Research and Treatment before joining the faculty of CSU Channel Island, was also brought into the production to help guide an accurate depiction of autism spectrum disorder. While the show has generated some debate about its depiction of autism, the streaming giant has clearly seen a strong audience response, rapidly announcing the programme’s renewal after the debut of its first run.

Jennifer Jason Leigh co-stars as Sam’s mother, Elsa, who is on a life-changing path as her son gains more independence. Michael Rapaport plays Sam’s father, Doug, who desires to better connect with and understand his son. Brigette Lundy-Paine plays Sam’s scrappy sister, Casey, and Amy Okuda plays his therapist, Julia.

We’ll get more time to spend with each of them, as Netflix has also extended the show’s second run to 10 episodes – up two from Season 1’s eight. You can catch up with our review of Season 1 here.

 

Netflix’s Atypical gets a new trailer

19th July 2017

Netflix’s Atypical arrives this August, and we’ve got a better look at the series in action.

The streaming giant ordered the programme last year, a coming-of-age story that follows Sam, a teenager on autism spectrum. His funny yet painful journey of self-discovery upends his entire family, forcing them all to grapple with change in their own lives as they all struggle with the central theme: what does it really mean to be normal?

Netflix debuted a clip from the show last month, announcing its release date, but a full trailer is finally here, giving us more of a glimpse of Keir Gilchrist as Sam and Jennifer Jason Leigh as his mother, Elsa.

The series premieres worldwide on Netflix on 11th August. Here’s the video:

 

 

Clip: Netflix’s Atypical to premiere in August

20th June 2017

Netflix’s new original series Atypical will premiere this August.

The series, produced by Sony Pictures Television, is a coming-of-age story, following Sam, an 18-year-old on the autistic spectrum on his search for love and independence. His funny yet painful journey of self-discovery upends his entire family, forcing them all to grapple with change in their own lives as they all struggle with the central theme: what does it really mean to be normal?

Keir Gilchrist will play Sam, with Jennifer Jason Leigh playing his mother, Elsa, who is on her own journey of self discovery. Their chemistry together is already evident in the first clip released by Netflix, announcing its release date as 11th August.

Here’s the video:

 

Netflix announces Aytipcal commission

18th October 2016

Netflix has commissioned Atypical, a new series from Robia Rashid and Seth Gordon.

The series, produced by Sony Pictures Television, is a coming-of-age story, following Sam, an 18-year-old on the autistic spectrum on his search for love and independence. His funny yet painful journey of self-discovery upends his entire family, forcing them all to grapple with change in their own lives as they all struggle with the central theme: what does it really mean to be normal?

Jennifer Jason Leigh stars as his mother, Elsa, who is on her own journey of self discovery, and Michael Rapaport plays his father, Doug. Brigette Lundy-Paine (Margot vs Lily, The Glass Castle) will play Sam’s sister Casey and Amy Okuda (How to Get Away with Murder) portrays his therapist, Julia. Keir Gilchrist will play Sam.

The series is created and written by Robia Rashid, whose previous work includes The Goldbergs, How I Met Your Mother, Will & Grace, and producer Seth Gordon (Baywatch, The Goldbergs, Horrible Bosses, The King of Kong). They serve as executive producers alongside Mary Rohlich, with Jennifer Jason Leigh serving as a producer. Gordon will direct the first episode, with production to begin in Los Angeles later this year.

Seasoned comedy talent and a duo of experienced writers and producers? Not so atypical after all, then.

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