If you’ve finished Sex Education and you’re looking for a new series with teenagers, laughter, and a good vibe on Netflix, we’ve found just what you need. Or so we believe, since tastes vary.
The show “Everything Now” is perfect for fans of “Sex Education” and “Heartstopper,” blending dark humor and stellar performances to offer a series with a genuine heart.
“Everything Now” focuses on Mia, a 16-year-old who returns home after recovering from an eating disorder. Her absence means her friends have moved on without her, so she tries to make up for lost time by diving headfirst into the world of parties, dating, and first kisses.
Everything Now is the series you’ve been waiting for
The series is set in North London, where Mia tries to reclaim her life after a long recovery. She decides to make a list of things she needs to do and seeks help from her best friends to check them off.
It’s a rollercoaster journey through the many horrors and hilarities that come with approaching adulthood.
Mashable’s review sets the tone: the show is “raw, authentic, and surprisingly hilarious,” with a superb performance by Sophie Wilde in the role of Mia.
Her eating disorder is a part of her, but it doesn’t define her, so what could have been a worthy yet dull show in the wrong hands is vibrant, fun, and funny because people are vibrant, fun, and funny.
The credit goes to Ripley Parker, the 22-year-old creator of the series. The reason it appears so realistic in its portrayal of young adult life is that it’s written by someone who is living that life, not trying to recall it years or decades later.
The series has raised many questions due to its portrayal of a main character with an eating disorder. It’s not easy to represent it well. For instance, the Netflix series “To The Bone” was criticized for potentially being triggering for individuals with eating disorders or those in recovery.
However, from the reviews and social media conversations I’ve seen, “Everything Now” seems to handle it realistically and respectfully. Nevertheless, the series includes warnings and links to Netflix’s mental health portal “Want To Talk About It,” so viewer discretion is advised.
More engaging than “Never Have I Ever” and “Heartstopper,” lighter than “Euphoria” or “Skins,” it seems Netflix has a hit on its hands. “Everything Now” is already available for streaming in its entirety, so don’t hesitate to watch.
