Atypical (2017)

Atypical follows Sam, an 18-year-old on the autism spectrum, as he decides it's time to find a girlfriend and take steps toward greater independence. What begins as a personal quest for love becomes a catalyst for the whole family: Sam’s mother faces life-changing choices of her own, and each family member must confront their expectations, fears, and need for growth. The series blends humor and drama to explore what it really means to be “normal,” offering a warm, character-driven coming-of-age story. Watching Atypical, you’ll experience a mix of awkward, laugh-out-loud moments and quiet, emotionally resonant scenes. The show balances candid, insightful portrayals of neurodiversity with relatable family dynamics and teenage confusion, delivering both heartfelt breakthroughs and setbacks. Expect to be entertained, moved, and prompted to rethink assumptions about independence, love, and the complexity of family life.

Actors: Jennifer Jason Leigh, Keir Gilchrist, Brigette Lundy-Paine

Genres: Comedy, Drama

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