Romantic comedy for Peak TV cynics; clinical depression portrayed with rare care.
Why it matters
Episode guide
62 episodes across 5 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Two commitment-phobic jerks fall into something like love while friends circle the drain of adulthood. Mean jokes, soft landings. Rom-com grammar inverted.
Network & studio
- FX — cable network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 2010s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Romantic comedy for Peak TV cynics; clinical depression portrayed with rare care.
Creators
Stephen Falk
Key cast
- Aya Cash as Gretchen Cutler
- Chris Geere as Jimmy Shive-Overly
- Kether Donohue as Lindsay Jillian
- Desmin Borges as Edgar Quintero
Flash facts
- FX/FXX comedy 2014–2019.
- Gretchen’s depression season is a landmark of sitcom craft.
- Edgar’s PTSD arc expanded the ensemble’s emotional range.
- Ended with unusual honesty about imperfect partnerships.
FAQ
What network aired You're the Worst?
You're the Worst is associated with FX/FXX (2014–2019).
Why is You're the Worst in the TV Flash top 100 for the 2010s?
Romantic comedy for Peak TV cynics; clinical depression portrayed with rare care.
Who are the key names behind You're the Worst?
Creators and principals include Stephen Falk.
Official & further reading
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