"Looking" is an American comedy-drama television series that explores the lives of three gay men living in San Francisco as they navigate relationships, careers, and personal growth. The show offers an unfiltered look into the experiences of Patrick, Agustín, and Dom, highlighting the complexities and nuances of contemporary gay life. Created by Michael Lannan, the series premiered on HBO on January 19, 2014. Despite critical acclaim, "Looking" was cancelled after two seasons but concluded with a feature-length television film, "Looking: The Movie," which aired on July 23, 2016. The show is available for streaming on HBO Max.
The main cast members and their characters are:
- Jonathan Groff as Patrick Murray
- Frankie J. Alvarez as Agustín Lanuez
- Murray Bartlett as Dom Basaluzzo
- Lauren Weedman as Doris
- Russell Tovey as Kevin Matheson
- Raúl Castillo as Richie Donado Ventura
"Looking" received generally positive reviews from critics. Season 1 has a Metascore of 74 on Metacritic, indicating generally favorable reviews. On Rotten Tomatoes, Season 1 has a 90% rating from critics and a 96% audience score. Despite the positive critical reception, the series struggled with viewership. In retrospective rankings, "Looking" has been recognized for its cultural impact and storytelling. The Guardian included the series in its list of the "100 Greatest TV Shows of the 21st Century" in 2019. In 2022, Esquire ranked it #21 in its list of "The Best HBO Series of All Time".
"Looking" consists of 2 seasons. There are 18 episodes in total, plus a special movie to conclude the series. The show is currently ended, as it was cancelled after its second season, with a movie produced to provide closure.
Here are the links to the trailers for the seasons of the TV show and the movie:
Looking Season 1 Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lL0rK5e8k64
Looking Season 2 Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnpYBZVsj4k
Looking: The Movie Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owm5Jz3NYaQ
Viewers who enjoyed "Looking" might also appreciate:
- "Queer as Folk"
- "Please Like Me"
- "Insecure"
