Difficult People 2015
“It's not them. It's you.”
What is Difficult People?
Life is really tough for Julie Kessler and Billy Epstein, two thirty-something aspiring comics living and working in New York City. While their friends and acquaintances move on to find success and love, they continue to struggle with careers and relationships, getting more bitter by the day.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2015
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 28
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
Life is really tough for Julie Kessler and Billy Epstein, two thirty-something aspiring comics living and working in New York City. While their friends and acquaintances move on to find success and love, they continue to struggle with careers and relationships, getting more bitter by the day.
Should you watch it?
“Two aspiring comedians in New York City struggle to find success while growing increasingly bitter.”
- sharp character studies
- relatable professional struggles
- cynical tone
- unlikable protagonists
Watch it if you enjoy dark character-driven comedies about the frustrations of pursuing a career in the arts.
The series features cynical humor and themes surrounding the difficulties of adult life.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
- E1 Library Water Aug 5, 2015
- E2 Devil's Three-Way Aug 5, 2015
- E3 Pledge Week Aug 12, 2015
- E4 The Courage of a Soldier Aug 19, 2015
- E5 The Children's Menu Aug 26, 2015
- E6 Even Later Sep 2, 2015
- E7 Premium Membership Sep 9, 2015
- E8 Difficult Christmas Sep 16, 2015
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Unplugged Jul 12, 2016
- E2 Kessler Epstein Foundation Jul 12, 2016
- E3 Italian Pinata Jul 19, 2016
- E4 Blade Stallion Jul 26, 2016
- E5 Patches Aug 2, 2016
- E6 36 Candles Aug 9, 2016
- E7 Carter Aug 16, 2016
- E8 Hashtag Cats Aug 23, 2016
- E9 Cedar Cove Aug 30, 2016
- E10 High Alert Sep 6, 2016
Season 3 · 10 episodes
- E1 Passover Bump Aug 8, 2017
- E2 Strike Rat Aug 8, 2017
- E3 Code Change Aug 8, 2017
- E4 Rabbitversary Aug 15, 2017
- E5 Cindarestylox Aug 22, 2017
- E6 Bernie and Blythe Aug 29, 2017
- E7 Fuzz Buddies Sep 5, 2017
- E8 Criminal Minds Sep 12, 2017
- E9 Sweet Tea Sep 19, 2017
- E10 The Silkwood Sep 26, 2017
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of Difficult People?
The show follows two thirty-something aspiring comics living in New York City as they struggle with their careers and relationships.
Where is the show set?
The series is set in New York City.
What is the tone of the series?
The series focuses on the bitter experiences of its protagonists as they navigate their personal and professional lives.
When was the show released?
Difficult People premiered in 2015.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Julie Kessler and Billy Epstein.