Comedian Leo Reich is bringing a new six-part comedy series, It Gets Worse, to Channel 4. The show, written and created by Reich, who also stars, is produced by A24, the company know for Everything Everywhere All At Once and Uncut Gems among many others.
Here’s the Lowdown: It Gets Worse centers on three university friends, Ethan, Abi, and Sam, who are now living together in London. A year after moving, they haven’t achieved much, and now their landlord is selling their flat. The series follows their struggles as they face eviction and try to maintain their friendships, while dealing with the many challenges of young adulthood.
What This Means Now: This is Reich’s first TV series, and it represents a major collaboration between Channel 4 and A24. The show aims to capture the experience of being a “delusional and irritating 24-year-old,” as Reich puts it, addressing themes of work, relationships, and a general sense of existential dread.
The Bigger Picture: Channel 4 has a reputation for fostering new comedic talent, and this partnership with A24 signals a serious investment in Reich’s vision. While a premiere date hasn’t been set, It Gets Worse should appeal to twentysomethings struggling with the realities of being a young adult in the UK.
