Friends devotees may have a new show to obsess over. Not Suitable For Work premiered on Hulu and Disney Plus in June and quickly gathered attention for its warm, sitcom-style chemistry and modern New York setting.
The series, created by Mindy Kaling, follows five twenty-somethings as they move from university life into the professional world and try to build careers in the city. Its mix of career anxieties and close-knit friendships is what’s hooked viewers.
Even with a short first season of nine episodes, NSFW earned strong audience praise. It posted an 82% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and inspired comparisons to classic nineties sitcoms for its ensemble dynamics and affectionate tone.
Fans have taken to social media to call it a modern-day Friends, praising the show’s balance of humor and heart and asking for more episodes to keep the momentum going.
“This felt like a real labor of love from everyone involved – I’m so proud of the cast, the crew and the story we told,” said Kaling in response to the outpouring of support.
English actress Ella Hunt leads the ensemble as AJ, an introverted financial analyst who relocates to Manhattan for work. She moves in with her former university flatmate Abby – played by Avantika Vandanapu – who is chasing a career in celebrity styling.
The rest of the group is rounded out by rising talents Will Angus, Jack Martin and Nicholas Duvernay, who together create the kind of ensemble chemistry that viewers have connected with.
The affection for NSFW has been loud and consistent. Viewers praised the cast’s chemistry, called the show a breath of fresh air for comedy in 2026, and begged for longer seasons—some asking for 20-episode runs to match their enthusiasm.
Despite that buzz, Hulu has canceled the series after its first season. Producers are reportedly exploring other streaming homes as fans continue to push for a revival or pickup elsewhere.
Mindy Kaling publicly acknowledged the project and the people who worked on it, expressing admiration for the cast and gratitude to viewers who tuned in and shared their enthusiasm.
All nine episodes of Not Suitable For Work are available now on Disney Plus for subscribers to stream. For followers who want to keep the conversation going, the show’s future may depend on whether another platform steps in to give the series a second life.