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Season 1 – Chad

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A story that follows a Persian teenage boy during high school as he desperately tries to fit in, cope with his mother's dating life and reconcile his cultural identity.
Chad — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Chad's caustic humor can be downright painful, but Nasim Pedrad's commitment to the bit gives this adolescent farce a heart.

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Robyn Bahr The Hollywood Reporter 03/16/2022
Pedrad’s precise and springy character work here, honed during her years on Saturday Night Live, calibrates the exact level of petulance you need to believe this vexing protagonist without ever hating him. Go to Full Review Neal Justin Minneapolis Star Tribune 05/06/2021
Chad's journey through adolescence may be more painful than most, but it's also more hysterical. Going back to school has rarely been so inviting. Go to Full Review Caroline Framke Variety 04/21/2021
It's downright exhausting to watch Chad trip over himself over and over again. Should "Chad" get a second season, it would be more interesting to see what he does with even an ounce more confidence, even if it doesn't make for as many obvious punchlines. Go to Full Review Megan McLachlan Awards Daily 03/16/2022
Pedrad is telling a straightforward story about a quirky kid trying to fit in, often putting modern masculinity under a microscope, while also doing a service by depicting a positive and realistic portrayal of a culture that often gets represented poorly. Go to Full Review Kevin Fallon The Daily Beast 07/06/2021
It works, and is so poignant and awkward... Go to Full Review Valerie Ettenhofer Film School Rejects 04/19/2021
Every time the show seems as if it's about to head into deeper waters, it instead piles on more scenes of Chad being frustratingly needy and off-putting, alienating his peers in hard-to-watch exchanges that don't serve any larger narrative purpose. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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shannon b @Shannonberrien1 12/28/2024 If you can sit through the first season of this show without laughing then you don't have a pulse. Season 1 is funny as hell! See more Bill G @1234554321 11/11/2024 I HAVE NEVER seen anything soooooo worthless (tv show/movie) in my life! …and there was a second season?! Who was stupid enough to THROW Money away on this?! Zero stars!! See more Marc C 08/22/2024 Honestly reminds me of the office and parks and recreatio. Chad is the epitome of perfect classic cringe comedy, the show hits all right notes for any fan of huge sitcoms. Once you get through the dynamics of the characters family relationship and tone towards his culture the show teaches you how different cultures react to certain dynamics while also keeping a light hearted comedic tone throughout each episode. I really would love a season 3 one day. See more Auri J @mama_fogbank 01/28/2024 The funniest show! The perfect mix of cringe and humor and heart. See more Yoni G 01/21/2024 Hilarious show if you love cringe humor. See more Joseph S 01/20/2024 If you like cringe comedy then you might like this, if you don't, then this shows not for you. However, even if cringe comedy is your thing ,the show and it's main character suffers from being a one dimensional one trick pony that anyone will grow tired of. Lastly, I've seen a lot of comments about the critics giving this show false positive reviews and I couldn't agree more, it makes me wonder why they do it (money?)? See more Read all reviews
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Nasim Pedrad

Creator

Nasim Pedrad

Chad

Jake Ryan

Peter

Paul Chahidi

Hamid

Saba Homayoon

Naz

Alexa Loo

Denise

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 6, 2021 Pilot Eager to make his mark on the first day of high school, Chad tells a tale about his summer that quickly gets out of hand. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 13, 2021 Sword Chad receives a special gift from his estranged father, but when he uses it to gain social capital at school, his plans go awry. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 20, 2021 Ikrimah Breakup When his mom breaks up with her boyfriend and Chad's left without a father figure, Chad does everything in his power to win him back. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 27, 2021 K-POP In search of his identity, Chad joins Asian Appreciation Club and stumbles onto the world and wonder of K-pop. Details Episode 5 Aired May 4, 2021 Whiskey Slaps When Chad discovers his little sister, Niki, is far more mature than him, he's faced with either growing up or falling behind. Details Episode 6 Aired May 11, 2021 Hamid Desperate to score the newest LeBron sneakers, Chad finds himself on a wild and unexpected adventure with his uncle Hamid. Details Episode 7 Aired May 18, 2021 Lakehouse Chad's dream of becoming popular is finally within grasp after he receives an invite to a boys' weekend at Reid's lakehouse. Details Episode 8 Aired May 25, 2021 Finale When the entire school thinks Chad's been the victim of a hate crime, he's forced to choose between his newfound popularity and the truth. Details

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Season Info

Creator
Nasim Pedrad
Executive Producer
Nasim Pedrad, Hayes Davenport, Oliver Obst, Rob Rosell
Screenwriter
Nasim Pedrad
Network
The Roku Channel
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 6, 2021