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Season 1 – Kevin Can F**k Himself

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"Kevin Can F... Himself" is a dark comedy that alternates between traditional multi-camera sitcom and single-camera drama. Set in Worcester, Mass., the series follows the journey of Allison McRoberts, a stereotypically smart and beautiful sitcom wife, who is married to Kevin, a husky, self-centered man-child who is clearly punching above his weight. After making a dark discovery, Allison teams up with neighbor Patty O'Connor as she attempts to escape the confines of her life and take control of her fate.
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Critics Consensus

Kevin Can F**K Himself's ambitious blend of genres don't always gel, but searing social commentary and a stellar performance from Annie Murphy make for an engaging watch.

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Wenlei Ma News.com.au 09/11/2021
Kevin Can F**k Himself doesn't just reference sitcom tropes, it weaponises them. Go to Full Review
Alexandra Heller-Nicholas ABC Radio (Australia) 09/10/2021
4/5
Murphy's performance as Allison hits exactly the right notes at exactly the right time, and - straddling as it does the fluffiness of the orthodox sitcom with something a little more complex - Kevin Can F**k Himself gets the balance just right. Go to Full Review
Karl Quinn The Age (Australia) 08/27/2021
3.5/5
What does intrigue is the way certain elements of this Janus-faced show bleed from one side to the other. The evolution of Patty, and of the relationship between the two women, is fascinating too. Go to Full Review
Bree Fowler CNET 03/30/2023
The show is an interesting commentary on comedy and storytelling, but the plot is also just plain good. Go to Full Review
Bill Brioux Brioux.tv 10/04/2022
Petersen's Kevin is howlingly offensive... That helps viewers root for Allison, but tilts the table a bit too far to one side. Go to Full Review
Sarah Ward Concrete Playground 06/25/2022
There's never been a series on TV quite like Kevin Can F**k Himself... one of the best new shows of 2021. Go to Full Review
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Viol8r @Viol8r 02/08/2025 Divorce seems like the easy option in this dark comedy. The switch from sitcom to drama is extremely brilliant and unique, something I would argue is groundbreaking. The show is a slow burn however, with lots of pointless scenes that make you wonder at times, is Kevin even the bad guy? See more Ben N @Bneffer 12/22/2024 This creative show is a great satire on sitcoms and the male/female POV across media. The characters are easy to identify with, while also being nuanced. The 'light' show elements are unrealistic and silly, while the 'dark' are gritty and dressing. I think real life is somewhere in between and I'd venture to say the creators are commenting on that. It's up to us to choose what to do with our perceptions. As for the plot - the show progresses fairly quickly. It's a very different and pokes at the tropes we take for granted about average shows and movies. I enjoyed the ending, and kind of hope it marks the beginning of the end for a genre that is better off dead. See more Bria L 11/21/2024 Watched two episodes. Felt sorry for Kevin. The wife is psycho. See more Erica P 10/30/2024 Wow. I am so impressed with ths show. At first i was confused. i had no idea what i was getting into. i turned it off for a few days after about 5 mins into the first ep. i didnt want to watch a sitcom.... then i seen it pop up on tiktok and decided to continue. im so glad i did!!!! annie is an amazing actress my goodness!!! it really is a must-see. i hope they continue it into a 3rd season. See more Jawal P 10/06/2024 The concept is great it’s just horribly executed. Any scenes with Kevin, his father and his idiot friend or very hard to watch. They are way too cheesy and have no originality. For Allison’s scenes the characters make no sense. They portray themselves as one way but act another. Patricia acts all tough and as soon as trouble comes she’s terrified. Horrible writing. See more Paul K @PabloSnooze 09/29/2024 Some of the reviews here are truly amazing. People… the sitcom aspect is SUPPOSED to be bad. The laugh track is SUPPOSED to be annoying! Get it? It’s a parody of the sitcom world that’s meant to be unsettling. Ugly guy gets a hot wife, he has dumb friends, he’s an idiot but his wife is always there for him, etc… But sitcoms, while showing occasional marital issues, don’t dive into the darkness that many relationships endure, or become undone by. You slowly discover the rottenness of sitcom Kevin, as well as of real life Allison (pretty equally rotten in her own way). This gets off to a promising start with a cool concept, but turns into a frustrating mess of a story while we’re all just waiting for real Kevin. When we finally get him, it’s for about 3 disappointing minutes. See more Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Jun 13, 2021 Living the Dream Kevin throws his annual "Anniversa-rager" party with help from Patty, Neil and Pete; after Patty reveals the truth about her bank accounts, Allison goes on a bender and makes a decision to take back control of her life. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 13, 2021 New Tricks Allison witnesses an overdose and has an idea; it's Belichick hoodie day and Kevin feuds with the neighbors over a stolen package; following a mysterious business card, Allison is led to Patty's Salon in town. Details Episode 3 Aired Jun 20, 2021 We're Selling Washing Machines Allison discovers the truth about Patty's Salon; after a fight, Kevin and Neil compete in a chili cook-off; Allison's revenge inadvertently dries up the towns pill supply; Patty almost gets busted in a local pharmacy raid and confides in Allison. Details Episode 4 Aired Jun 27, 2021 Live Free or Die A detective questions Patty about the pharmacy bust; Allison and Patty go on a road trip; Kevin comes up with a new moneymaking scheme in the basement of the McRoberts home; after multiple setbacks, Allison admits the truth about her plan to Patty. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 4, 2021 New Patty Allison pushes the limits to see what she is capable of; Kevin, Neil and Pete attempt to replace Patty after kicking her out of the group; an ominous Nick shows up at Patty's salon; a new job opportunity opens up for Allison at Bev's Diner. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 18, 2021 The Grand Victorian Allison and Patty make a deal with Nick; Kevin celebrates his birthday with two dinners; to Patty's surprise, she goes on a date with Tammy at the Vic House; Allison confronts Nick about going through with the plan her way. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 18, 2021 Broken Nick's timeline shifts as Allison and Patty prepare for the big night; Kevin, Neil and Pete start a band, but Neil gets paranoid that Kevin has other plans when he finds a fertility clinic brochure in the trash; Tammy and Patty get closer. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 25, 2021 Fixed Detectives question Allison about the night before; after the trauma of the break in, Kevin searches for meaning by running for city council; Kurt plants a seed of doubt, while Allison and Patty deal with the repercussions of their actions. Details
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Season Info

Director
Oz Rodriguez, Anna Dokoza
Creator
Valerie Armstrong
Executive Producer
Rashida Jones, Will McCormack, Craig DiGregorio, Nina Jack, Colin Walsh, Valerie Armstrong, Tom Scharpling
Screenwriter
Valerie Armstrong, Mel Shimkovitz, Craig DiGregorio, Kevin Etten, Tom Scharpling, Sean Clements, Noelle Valdivia, Dana Ledoux Miller, Kate Loveless
Network
AMC+
Rating
TV-MA (L|V)
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 13, 2021