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Season 1 – Never Have I Ever

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Apr 2020

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The complicated life of a first-generation Indian-American teenager.

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Critics Consensus

Never Have I Ever's fresh take on the coming-of-age comedy is hilariously honest, sweetly smart, and likely to have viewers falling head over heels for charming newcomer Maitreyi Ramakrishnan.

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himani

Autostraddle

Apr 12, 2022

Perhaps most upsetting, Kaling exposes the abuse that goes unquestioned in too many South Asian families but refuses to question it...

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Aarushi Agni

Bitch Media

Mar 16, 2021

It's a joke-laden comedy of errors, riddled with sentimental montages of Devi's father (the very charming Ramamurthy at his DILF-iest), Indian diasporic angst, and of course, teen drama.

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Evette Dionne

Bitch Media

Mar 15, 2021

Never Have I Ever is a teen comedy, but its meditation on the weight of grief-and the responsibility we have to face it-is as adult as it gets.

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Swara Salih

But Why Tho?

Dec 28, 2023

Never Have I Ever Season 1 provides tremendous insight into the emotional and mental health difficulties that immigrant families can face.

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Bill Brioux

Brioux.tv

Oct 13, 2022

Maitreyi Ramakrishnan — who has the comedy chops — plays Devi, a sophomore student trying to get past the sudden death of her father and the psychological paralysis it triggered. Somehow the actress and Kalling make that seem funnier than it reads.

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Michael Cuby

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Oct 3, 2022

Like Mindy's best sitcoms, Never Have I Ever spends just as much time exploring the lives of the compelling characters immediately in Devi’s orbit...

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Gononan B.

@biggononanotthelilone Mar 6, 2026

Season 1 of Never Have I Ever is funny, relatable, and heartfelt. It follows Devi, a teen dealing with grief, high school drama, and first love, while balancing cultural expectations. Maitreyi Ramakrishnan is amazing as Devi, bringing humor and vulnerability. The supporting cast adds charm, and the show mixes clever jokes with emotional moments. The animation sequences showing Devi’s inner thoughts are creative and fun. Some parts are predictable, but overall it’s entertaining, emotional, and easy to binge.

Nic O

@nicost Feb 2, 2026

Hilarious writing, heartfelt family and friend relationships, and a show I put on whenever I don't know what to put on. It's my go-to show.

@claire330 Jan 11, 2026

love it！and Paxton is so hot

Jackson M.

@Nshvlleindie Jan 10, 2026

A show that unfortunately wasnt appreciated enough to promote. The cast is PERFECT! Every lead is captivating, charming, and hilarious! Kaling and co hit gold with hilariously relatable yet fascinating storylines.

Keith S

@KeithLD Sep 22, 2025

Bear with me, When I first saw the trailer it seemed like a kid show, but it has witty hints of humor and sarcasm, basically about a young indian girl that migrated to america with her parents and experiencing life changing moments. Witness devi (the first generation american indian) show how beautiful her culture can be and how complicated being a young indian-american teen can be..... especially with boys and friends. Super funny and super cute.

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@RT61983360 Jul 6, 2025

Very funny and entertaining, although a little cringey at times and I did find a lot of background characters to be quite stereotypical and uncomplex, however still definitely hilarious and worth a watch.

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Maitreyi Ramakrishnan

Devi

Poorna Jagannathan

Nalini

Richa Moorjani

Kamala

Benjamin Norris

Trent

Adam Shapiro

Mr. Shapiro

Ramona Young

Eleanor

Episode 1

Aired Apr 27, 2020

Pilot

After recent trauma, Devi starts her first day as a high school sophomore determined to shed old labels and finally become cool.

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Episode 2

Aired Apr 27, 2020

...Had Sex With Paxton Hall-Yoshida

Devi balks at telling her friends the truth about her awkward interactions with Paxton; the prospect of an arranged marriage puts Kamala under pressure.

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Episode 3

Aired Apr 27, 2020

...Gotten Drunk With the Popular Kids

Devi hopes to win points with Paxton at a party, until events take a surprising turn; hidden emotions emerge for Fabiola; Kamala makes a choice.

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Episode 4

Aired Apr 27, 2020

...Felt Super Indian

At Ganesh Puja celebrations, Devi questions how much she identifies with Indian culture; Nalini dodges sharp-tongued aunties; Kamala frets over her future.

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Episode 5

Aired Apr 27, 2020

...Started a Nuclear War

Devi allows rumors about her and Paxton to simmer during an overnight school trip; Fabiola opens up to Eleanor, who gets upsetting news about her mother.

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Episode 6

Aired Apr 27, 2020

...Been the Loneliest Boy in the World

With absentee parents, a shallow girlfriend and no one to hang out with, Ben Gross is lonelier than ever until a surprising invitation offers some hope.

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Episode 7

Aired Apr 27, 2020

...Been a Big, Fat Liar

Devi oversteps several boundaries while trying to be a better friend; Eleanor's reunion with her mother leads to multiple revelations and confessions.

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Episode 8

Aired Apr 27, 2020

...Pissed Off Everyone I Know

After another fallout with her friends, Devi struggles with unresolved trauma; a party at Ben's home turns out to be equal parts awkward, awful and amazing.

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Episode 9

Aired Apr 27, 2020

...Had to Be on My Best Behavior

Flashbacks reveal painful memories for Devi; Kamala is forced to be honest as the family welcomes her suitor at home.

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Episode 10

Aired Apr 27, 2020

...Said I'm Sorry

After unwelcome news triggers a fight with her mother, Devi seeks an escape; Mohan's birthday brings a chance for closure -- and for new beginnings.

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Executive Producer: Lang Fisher, Mindy Kaling
Network: Netflix
Rating: TV-14
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date: Apr 27, 2020

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