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FX sitcom Adults Season 2 release and reception

Overview

Following the release of the ‘Marathon Day’ prequel in late July 2026, the second season of the FX comedy series ‘Adults’ premiered on August 27, 2026. The eight-episode season is available for streaming on Hulu and Disney+, while FX and FXX air episodes weekly on Thursday nights. Created by Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw, the season continues the stories of five friends in Queens, New York—Samir, Billie, Issa, Anton, and Paul Baker. Plotlines address the aftermath of a complicated green-card marriage between Anton and Paul Baker, as well as themes of career changes, healthcare costs, employment, and ‘the Scrub,’ a process used by characters to manage their digital footprints. To enhance the show’s visual style, cinematographer Christine Ng utilized a new camera and lens package for five of the eight episodes, aiming for a modern look with naturalistic lighting and vibrant colors. In the season finale, the relationship between Anton and Paul Baker shifted from a legal arrangement for visa purposes to a genuine romantic connection, marked by a kiss. Co-creator Ben Kronengold stated that the characters are now ‘choosing each other.’ Actor Owen Thiele, who plays Anton, noted the significance of the storyline, highlighting the rarity of a Black, queer man leading a show with such a prominent emotional love story. As of mid-September, the series has received critical acclaim, maintaining a 100% Tomatometer rating. Internal Disney data indicates the second season has achieved a viewership increase of more than 40% compared to the first season, measured during the first 12 days of release on Hulu in the United States and Disney+ internationally. This growth has been significantly driven by international viewership, which has doubled in size compared to the previous season.

Entities

FX · Hulu · Disney+ · Adults · Ben Kronengold

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    FX comedy series Adults returns for season two

    The FX comedy series ‘Adults’ has premiered its second season on Hulu and Disney+, following a group of 20-somethings in Queens navigating adulthood.

  2. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    FX series ‘Adults’ sees 40% viewership growth in second season

    FX series ‘Adults’ saw a 40% increase in streaming viewership during its second season, driven by strong international growth and improved critical reception.

  3. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Adults Season 2 finale features romantic development for lead characters

    The FX series ‘Adults’ concluded its second season with characters Anton and Paul Baker transitioning from a fake marriage to a real relationship. Actor Owen Thiele also shared details of a flight diversion.

  4. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Adults Season 2 released on Disney+

    The second season of the Disney+ sitcom ‘Adults’ has been released, following a Queens-based friend group navigating life in their mid-twenties.

  5. [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Adults Season 2 premieres on FX and Hulu

    The FX series ‘Adults’ has premiered its second season to critical acclaim. While a third season has not been officially confirmed, the show continues to follow the evolving relationships of its central cast.

  6. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Amita Rao discusses second season of FX comedy ‘Adults’

    Actress Amita Rao discusses the second season of the FX comedy ‘Adults’, focusing on character dynamics and the show's Gen Z ethos.

  7. [CULTURE] 13 sources
    Adults Season 2 premieres on FX and Hulu

    FX’s breakout comedy ‘Adults’ premiered its second season on August 27, 2026, following five friends in Queens navigating the complexities of Gen Z adulthood.

  8. [CULTURE] 7 sources
    FX sitcom Adults Season 2 trailer features Gaten Matarazzo

    The trailer for FX’s ‘Adults’ Season 2 has debuted, featuring Gaten Matarazzo joining the cast. The eight-episode season premieres August 27, 2026, on Hulu and FXX.

  9. [CULTURE] 7 sources
    FX's 'Adults' releases prequel episode 'Marathon Day' ahead of Season 2

    FX aired the Adults prequel “Marathon Day” on July 31, previewing Paul Baker’s origin before Season 2’s Aug 27 launch; it’s free via streaming trials and later on Hulu.

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