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If you loved the nostalgic, laugh‑laden misadventures of Chris Rock’s Everybody Hates Chris, you’ll want to check out two very different but equally compelling picks: Adults and The Runarounds. The former is a fresh, 2025 comedy that puts a contemporary spin on the trials of growing up in New York City, while the latter is a music‑infused coming‑of‑age story that captures the restless energy of post‑high‑school life in a small‑town band setting. Both titles deliver the same mix of humor, heart, and cultural commentary that made the ’80s‑era sitcom a fan favorite.
Adults brings a modern, quarter‑life perspective to the table, following a rag‑tag group of twenty‑somethings as they navigate careers, relationships, and the chaotic world of social media. Its sharp wit and authentic New York backdrop make it a natural evolution of the themes explored in Everybody Hates Chris. Meanwhile, The Runarounds trades the Brooklyn borough for Wilmington, North Carolina, but keeps the core of youthful ambition alive through music, friendship, and the pressure to chase big dreams. Together, these shows offer a perfect blend of new‑school relevance, classic coming‑of‑age storytelling, and audience‑approved entertainment.
comedy
This newly released comedy captures the hustle‑and‑heart of twenty‑something New Yorkers, echoing Chris’s teenage struggles with a modern, quarter‑life twist that will resonate with fans of urban humor.
A group of twenty-somethings in New York trying to be good people, despite being neither "good" nor "people" yet.
drama · comedy · family
A fan‑favorite blend of drama and comedy, the series follows recent grads forming a rock band, mirroring the youthful ambition and family dynamics that made Everybody Hates Chris a beloved sitcom.
Follow a tight-knit group of young adults from all walks of life who come together to form a rock band the summer after graduating from high school. Set against the backdrop of Wilmington, North Carolina, The Runarounds must choose between succumbing to the pressures of real life or risking everything to become the greatest band of all time.
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