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What to Watch After Seinfeld

From Seinfeld to Adults: Why Modern NYC Comedy Still Works

If you love the timeless, observational comedy of Seinfeld, you’ll find a kindred spirit in the new series Adults. This FX/Hulu gem drops viewers into the chaotic yet endearing world of a group of twenty‑something roommates navigating careers, dating apps, and the ever‑shifting landscape of New York City, delivering the same kind of witty, everyday absurdity that made Jerry, George, Elaine, and Kramer iconic.

While Seinfeld remains a classic benchmark for sitcom brilliance, Adults pushes the genre forward with a fresh, millennial‑savvy lens. Its sharp humor, relatable urban setting, and focus on the minutiae of modern adult life make it a perfect bridge between the nostalgic charm of the ’90s and the realities of today’s gig‑economy generation. For fans craving both nostalgia and relevance, Adults is the next logical stop on the comedy train.

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Adults poster, recommended for fans of Seinfeld

Adults

TV • 2025

comedy

Why Watch Next

Adults offers a contemporary, slice‑of‑life comedy set in modern New York, echoing Seinfeld's observational wit while tackling the quarter‑life dilemmas of today's twenty‑somethings.

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Overview

A group of twenty-somethings in New York trying to be good people, despite being neither "good" nor "people" yet.

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