--- title: "Please Like Me" year: 2013 canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/please-like-me-2013" media_type: "tv" tmdb_id: 61350 imdb_id: "tt2155025" status: "Ended" seasons_count: 4 episodes_count: 32 runtime_minutes: 28 community_rating: 7.7 vote_count: 171 content_rating: "TV-MA" --- # Please Like Me (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier > **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/please-like-me-2013 ## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning Please Like Me is an Australian comedy-drama television series created by and starring Josh Thomas. The series premiered on February 28, 2013 on ABC2 in Australia and ran until December 14, 2016, spanning 32 episodes of 25 to 30 minutes each. The plot follows Josh as he breaks up with his girlfriend, realizes he is homosexual, and navigates life with the support of his ex-girlfriend Claire, his best friend and housemate Tom, while helping his mother battle depression and having his family embrace his new lifestyle. The show explores realistic issues with humorous elements across its run from 2013 to 2016. It is classified under drama, comedy, and romance, and is on occasion available on Netflix in certain regions or available to rent or buy. ## The Hook & The Verdict **The Hook**: "After breaking up with his girlfriend, Josh realizes he is homosexual." ### Why Watch - Created by and starring Josh Thomas, who serves as a writer for every episode. - Explores realistic issues with humorous touches. - Features supportive relationships involving his ex-girlfriend Claire and best friend Tom. ### Caveats & Content Note - The series deals with heavy themes such as a mother's battle with depression. - Tone & Suitability: The show blends comedy and drama while exploring realistic and sensitive issues. **Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #comedy-drama, #australian-television, #family-struggles, #personal-discovery, #friendship-dynamics ## Streaming Availability Matrix | Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies | | **Canada (CA)** | None | CBC Gem | None | | **Australia (AU)** | None | ABC iview | Apple TV Store | ## Season Architecture & Lore Primers ### Season 1 (6 Episodes) The first season begins with Josh realizing that he is gay after being dumped by his girlfriend and forced to move back home with his mother after she overdoses on painkillers. ### Season 2 (10 Episodes) Josh faces new trials in love and life including getting dumped, receiving a call from an old flame and dealing with Rose's stay at a mental hospital. **Essential Lore Primer (Before Watching S2)**: - Josh faces new trials in love and life including getting dumped, receiving a call from an old flame and dealing with Rose's stay at a mental hospital. - Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes. - Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons. - Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale. ### Season 3 (10 Episodes) As Josh and Arnold's relationship heats up, Arnold decides to come out to his family. Meanwhile, Claire returns from Berlin and faces a big decision. **Essential Lore Primer (Before Watching S3)**: - As Josh and Arnold's relationship heats up, Arnold decides to come out to his family. - Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes. - Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons. - Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale. ### Season 4 (6 Episodes) Josh prepares for looming departures and relocations while confronting his true feelings about his tumultuous relationship with boyfriend Arnold. **Essential Lore Primer (Before Watching S4)**: - Josh prepares for looming departures and relocations while confronting his true feelings about his tumultuous relationship with boyfriend Arnold. - Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes. - Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons. - Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale. ## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier - **Total Tracked Episodes**: 32 - **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 8 (25%) - **Character Core Episodes**: 24 (75%) - **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%) ## Creative Credits - **Created by**: Josh Thomas - **Networks / Studios**: ABC TV, ABC2 ## Key Cast Continuity - **Josh Thomas** as *Josh* - **Thomas Ward** as *Tom* - **Debra Lawrance** as *Mum* - **David Roberts** as *Dad* - **Keegan Joyce** as *Arnold* - **Renee Lim** as *Mae* - **Hannah Gadsby** as *Hannah* - **Caitlin Stasey** as *Claire* - **Emily Barclay** as *Ella* - **Bob Franklin** as *Stuart* ## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions ### Q: Where to stream Please Like Me? The series is on occasion available on Netflix in certain regions and is available to rent or buy. ### Q: Whether it is worth watching? It is an Australian comedy-drama created by Josh Thomas that explores realistic issues with humorous elements. ### Q: What is the binge duration? The series consists of 32 episodes, with each episode running for 25 to 30 minutes. ### Q: Who created the series? Please Like Me was created by Josh Thomas, who also stars in the show and serves as a writer for every episode. ## Grounded Source Citations - [Please Like Me — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/61350) - [Please Like Me (TV Series 2013–2016) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2155025/fullcredits/) - [Please Like Me - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Please_Like_Me) - [Please Like Me (TV Series 2013) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/61350-please-like-me/cast) - [Please Like Me — Wikipédia](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Please_Like_Me) - [Please Like Me (TV Series 2013 - 2016)](https://simkl.com/) --- *Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*