Aidy Bryant fans have a reason to celebrate. The hit Hulu comedy series Shrill officially arrived on Netflix on June 8, 2026. All three seasons of the show are now available for streaming on the platform. This marks the first time the beloved series has been available on Netflix since it ended its run on Hulu back in 2021.
The show first premiered in 2019 and quickly gained a loyal following. It received a 93% Fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes for its first season and holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10. Critics praised the show for its honest and funny take on body image, self-worth, and navigating life as a young woman who refuses to change her body to fit society’s expectations.
The series is based on Lindy West’s 2016 non-fiction book Shrill: Notes from a Loud Woman. West co-created the show with Bryant and Alexandra Rushfield. Lorne Michaels and Elizabeth Banks served as executive producers. Warner Bros. Television produced the series.
Meet the Main Cast of ‘Shrill’ Season 1
Aidy Bryant leads the cast as Annie Easton. Bryant is best known for her ten-season run on Saturday Night Live. In Shrill, she plays a plus-size journalist in her late 20s working at a trendy Portland publication called The Thorn. The character is a stand-in for creator Lindy West. Annie is smart and ambitious but deals with a lazy boyfriend, a sick parent, and a boss who overlooks her talent.
Lolly Adefope plays Fran, Annie’s best friend and roommate. Adefope is an English stand-up comedian and actress. She is also known for playing Kitty in the BBC sitcom Ghosts. Fran is a lesbian who supports Annie through everything while dealing with her own chaotic dating life.
Luka Jones plays Ryan, Annie’s on-and-off boyfriend. Jones is a comedian known for roles in People of Earth and Up All Night. Ryan works at a hardware store and is lazy and selfish, often driving Annie crazy with his immature behavior.
John Cameron Mitchell plays Gabe Parrish, Annie’s boss and the editor-in-chief of The Thorn. Mitchell is an actor, singer, and playwright best known for writing and directing Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Gabe is a former punk singer who clashes with Annie at first but later recognizes her value to the company.
Ian Owens plays Amadi, Annie’s friend and coworker at The Thorn. Owens has appeared in The Rookie and other TV shows. Amadi is one of the few people at work who treats Annie with genuine respect.
Patti Harrison plays Ruthie, the receptionist at The Thorn. Harrison brings a deadpan and quirky energy to the office. Ruthie often delivers some of the show’s funniest one-liners.
Julia Sweeney plays Vera Easton, Annie’s mother. Sweeney is a former SNL cast member known for her character Pat. Daniel Stern plays Bill Easton, Annie’s father. Stern is famous for his roles in Home Alone and The Wonder Years. They play parents who love Annie but don’t always understand her choices.
Supporting Cast and Guest Stars
Season 1 also features several notable supporting actors. Jo Firestone plays Maureen, a photographer at The Thorn. Dana Millican plays Kim, a reporter at the magazine. Sean Tarjyoto plays Angus, another young reporter. Scott Engdahl plays Andy, an older reporter.
Guest stars in the first season include Beck Bennett as The Awesome and Fred Armisen as Bongo. Both are former SNL cast members. Vanessa Bayer, another SNL alum, appears in a later season. Cameron Britton from Mindhunter also appears in Season 1.
What Is ‘Shrill’ About?
The show follows Annie as she tries to build her career and find love. The first season begins with Annie working on the calendar section of The Thorn. She wants to become a real writer but her boss Gabe does not take her seriously. She also continues to see Ryan, who treats her poorly.
The series is different from many other comedies because Annie does not want to change her body. She wants to change her life. She learns to stand up for herself, demand respect, and go after what she wants. The show handles serious topics like fat shaming, body positivity, and self-acceptance with both humor and heart.
Why Is ‘Shrill’ on Netflix Now?
Netflix has been licensing popular shows from other networks and streaming services. Warner Bros. Television, which produced Shrill, has been selling rights to Netflix for many of its shows. The streaming deal reportedly lasts for one year. Shrill will be available on Netflix through at least June 2027.
The show originally aired on Hulu from 2019 to 2021. Hulu canceled the series after three seasons. Fans were disappointed by the cancellation. The move to Netflix gives the show a second chance to reach new audiences who may have missed it the first time.
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Where to Watch ‘Shrill’
All 22 episodes across three seasons are now streaming on Netflix in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. Viewers in India can also watch the show on Netflix. Each season has between 6 and 8 episodes. Episodes run about 22 to 26 minutes each.
Looking for your next comedy binge? Shrill offers smart writing, great performances, and a fresh take on growing up without shrinking yourself.
