Minxis an Americancomedytelevision series created and written byEllen Rapoportand starringOphelia LovibondandJake JohnsonforHBO Maxand laterStarz.It aired from March 17, 2022 to September 8, 2023.[1]
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| Genre | Comedy |
| Created by | Ellen Rapoport |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No.of seasons | 2 |
| No.of episodes | 18 |
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| Camera setup | Single-camera |
| Running time | 24–35 minutes |
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| Network | HBO Max |
| Release | March 17– April 14, 2022 |
| Network | Starz |
| Release | July 21– September 8, 2023 |
In May 2022, the series was renewed for a second season.[2]However, in December 2022, the series was canceled by HBO Max while its second season was in production.[3]The following month, the series was picked up byStarz.[4]The second season premiered on July 21, 2023.[5]In January 2024, the series was canceled after two seasons.[6]
Premise
editIn the 1970s, a youngfeministfromLos Angelesjoins forces with a shady adult entertainment publisher to create the first women'serotic magazine.Through this unlikely alliance the characters discover meaningful relationships in the most unusual places.
Cast and characters
editMain
edit- Ophelia Lovibondas Joyce Prigger
- Michael Angaranoas Glenn (season 1)
- Jessica Loweas Bambi
- Oscar Montoya as Richie
- Lennon Parhamas Shelly
- Idara Victoras Tina
- Jake Johnsonas Doug Renetti
Recurring
edit- Sofia Gonzalez as Rita
- Rich Sommeras Lenny
- Elizabeth Perkinsas Constance (season 2)
Guest
edit- Ignacio Alcala' Jr as Mike (Season 1)
- Angela Giarratana as Sylvia (Season 1)
- Taylor Zakhar Perezas Shane Brody (season 1)
- Stephen Tobolowskyas Conrad Ross (season 1)
- Amy Landeckeras Bridget Westbury (season 1)
- Olivia Rose Keeganas Amber (season 1)
- Jacqi Vene as Marian (season 1)
- Austin Nicholsas Billy Brunson (season 1)
- Lesli Margheritaas Francesca (season 1)
- Al Sapienzaas Vince (season 1)
- Alicia Hannah-Kim as Wendy Mah (season 1)
- Eric Edelsteinas Willy (season 1)
- Samm Levineas Franco (season 1)
- Hope Davisas Victoria Hartnett (season 1)
- Josh Stambergas George
- Gillian Jacobsas Maggie
- Susan Waltersas Elayne (season 1)
- Allison Tolmanas Wanda (season 1)
- David Paymeras Myron (season 1)
- Jaeden Bettencourt as Tommy (season 2)
- Erik Griffinas Chuck (season 2)
- Rose Bianco as Tia Sofia (season 2)
- Samantha SloyanasJoan Didion(season 2)
- Ken Kirbyas Kevin (season 2)
- Josh FademasCarl Sagan(season 2)
- Joshua Gomezas Simon (season 2)
- Caroline Arapoglou asLinda Ronstadt(season 2)
- Guy Burnetas Graham (season 2)
- Chris Riggias Dustin (season 2)
- Robert Curtis Brownas Marshall (season 2)
- Beau Minniear as JJ (season 2)
- Cleo Kingas Evelyn (season 2)
- Jalen Gilbert as Marvin (season 2)
- Melinda Page Hamiltonas Doreen (season 2)
- Katherine Landry as Frances (season 2)
- Che Tafari as Benjamin (season 2)
- Victor Websteras Charlie (season 2)
- Patrick Bristowas Walt (season 2)
Episodes
editSeries overview
edit| Season | Episodes | Originally released | |||
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| First released | Last released | Network | |||
| 1 | 10 | March 17, 2022 | April 14, 2022 | HBO Max | |
| 2 | 8 | July 21, 2023 | September 8, 2023 | Starz | |
Season 1 (2022)
edit| No. overall | No.in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
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| 1 | 1 | "Not like a shvantz right in the face" | Rachel Lee Goldenberg | Ellen Rapoport | March 17, 2022 |
| 2 | 2 | "Au revoir, le double dong" | Rachel Lee Goldenberg | Ellen Rapoport | March 17, 2022 |
| 3 | 3 | "Norman Mailer, Samantha Shortcake" | Rachel Lee Goldenberg | Lara Spotts | March 24, 2022 |
| 4 | 4 | "An exciting new chapter in the annals of erotica" | Jake Schreier | Ben Karlin | March 24, 2022 |
| 5 | 5 | "Relaying news of a wayward snake" | Max Winkler | Annabel Oakes | March 31, 2022 |
| 6 | 6 | "Mary had a little hysterectomy" | Carrie Brownstein | Julie Mandel-Folly | March 31, 2022 |
| 7 | 7 | "God save the Queen of Dicks" | Craig Johnson | Mason Flink | April 7, 2022 |
| 8 | 8 | "Oh, so you're the sun now? You're the giver of life?" | Rachel Lee Goldenberg | Ben Karlin | April 7, 2022 |
| 9 | 9 | "A scintillating conversation about a lethal pesticide" | Natalia Leite | Kimberly Nicole Walker | April 14, 2022 |
| 10 | 10 | "You happened to me" | Stella Meghie | Ellen Rapoport | April 14, 2022 |
Season 2 (2023)
edit| No. overall | No.in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | U.S. viewers (millions) |
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| 11 | 1 | "The perils of being a wealthy widow" | Max Winkler | Ben Karlin | July 21, 2023 | 0.040[7] |
| 12 | 2 | "I thought the bed was gonna fly" | Fernando Frias | Ellen Rapoport | July 28, 2023 | 0.060[8] |
| 13 | 3 | "It's okay to like it" | Max Winkler | Joel Church-Cooper | August 4, 2023 | 0.043[9] |
| 14 | 4 | "Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Sexiness" | Anna Ramey Borden | Jessica Lamour | August 11, 2023 | 0.045[10] |
| 15 | 5 | "A stately pleasure dome decree" | Shiri Appleby | Nora Winslow | August 18, 2023 | 0.051[11] |
| 16 | 6 | "This is Our Zig" | Pete Chatmon | Sarah LaBrie | August 25, 2023 | 0.017[12] |
| 17 | 7 | "God closes a door, opens a glory hole" | Rachel Lee Goldenberg | Mason Flink | September 1, 2023 | 0.053[13] |
| 18 | 8 | "Woman of the Hour" | Ellen Rapoport | Chris Garcia & Emma Gase | September 8, 2023 | 0.033[14] |
Production
editDevelopment
editOn February 19, 2020, it was announced thatHBO Maxhad given the project a pilot order. Ellen Rapoport was attached to write as well as executive produce alongsidePaul Feigand Dan Magnante of Feigco Entertainment.[15]On September 3, 2020,UnpregnantdirectorRachel Lee Goldenbergwas attached to direct and executive produce thepilot.[16]On April 5, 2021, it was announced thatHBO Maxhad given the project a series pickup for ten half-hour episodes.[17]On May 5, 2022, HBO Max renewed the series for a second season.[2]However, on December 12, 2022, HBO Max canceled the series. At the time, production on the second season was near completion, and Lionsgate sought to give the show a new home.[3]Despite the cancellation, filming for the second season continued,[18]with Lovibond later announcing that it had wrapped on December 18, 2022.[19]On January 12, 2023, it was announced that the series had been picked up byStarz.[4]On January 5, 2024, it was announced that the series had been cancelled after two seasons.[6]
Casting
editOn September 16, 2020,Ophelia Lovibondwas cast in the lead role.[20]On December 8, 2020,Idara Victor,Oscar Montoya,Jessica Lowe,Lennon Parham,andMichael Angaranojoined themain cast,withJake Johnsoncast in a guest role before being promoted to the main cast.[21][17]
Taylor Zakhar Perezwas cast as firefighter Shane.[22]About the challenges he faced while playing the character, he said, "The biggest thing was grounding him, making him likable, and also playing against the line."[23]
Filming
editThe pilot beganfilmingon December 6, 2020, in Los Angeles.[24]
Release and streaming
editThe first season ofMinxaired from March 17 to April 14, 2022 onHBO Max.[1]The second season ofMinxaired from July 21 to September 8, 2023 onStarz.[5]
Reception
editCritical response
editOn thereview aggregatorwebsiteRotten Tomatoes,the first season holds a 97% approval rating with an average rating of 7.7/10, based on 38 critic reviews. The website's critics consensus reads, "The rapport betweenOphelia LovibondandJake Johnsonis the irresistible centerfold ofMinx,a bawdy and sharp comedy that merits a full-page spread. "[25]Metacritic,which uses a weighted average, assigned a score of 75 out of 100 based on 21 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews".[26]
The second season holds an approval rating of 88% with an average rating of 7.4/10, based on 25 critic reviews. The website's critics consensus reads, "Still getting great mileage from its marriage of the feminist and the frivolous,Minx'ssecond season is smart, sexy, and fun. "[27]On Metacritic, the season has received a score of 76 out of 100 based on 14 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews".[28]
Accolades
edit| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
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| 2022 | Venice TV Awards | Best Comedy Series | Minx | Won | [29] |
| 2023 | Satellite Awards | Best Comedy or Musical Series | Minx | Nominated | [30] |
| Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical Series | Ophelia Lovibond | Nominated |
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