Special(TV show/series, 2019-2021)

Name: Special
Genre: Comedy
Released: 2019
Rating: 3.3

TV-G

| 25min per episode | Genre: Comedy

Scripted Reality in 2 seasons with 16 episodes

Rating: 3.3/5 (with 26 votes)

Special is an American comedy-drama television series created by Ryan O'Connell for Netflix . Starring Ryan O'Connell, the series is a semi-autobiographical account of his life as a gay man in Los Angeles with cerebral palsy pursuing new friendships, relationships, and self-sufficiency. It is based on O'Connell's memoir I'm Special: And Other Lies We Tell Ourselves. The series premiered on April 12, 2019, and concluded on May 20, 2021, after two seasons. It received positive reviews and earned four nominations at the 71st Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards, one for Outstanding Short Form Comedy or Drama Series and three for the performances of Ryan, Jessica Hecht, and Punam Patel. ()

Where to watch Special (streaming/download)?

"Special" is currently available on 1 providers. Special can be streamed on Netflix as part of a subscription.

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2 seasons: Season 1, Season 2
Genres: TV Shows Based on Books / TV Comedies / LGBTQ TV Shows
Keywords: Witty / Irreverent / Heartfelt
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About Special

A gay man with mild cerebral palsy decides to rewrite his identity as an accident victim and finally go after the life he wants.

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Trailer for Special + Featurettes/Teaser/Clips

Special: Season 1 | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix(Trailer, 1:55)

Special Seasons and Episodes

05/20/2021Season 2 - 8 episodes

Now semi-estranged from his mother, Ryan continues exploring the world on his own, with all the complex ups and downs life and love have to offer.

#1 | 05/20/2021One Day Stand

2.5/5 (with 2 votes)

A night out leads Ryan to an exciting but complicated new connection. As Karen longs for reconciliation with her son, Kim questions their dynamic.

#2 | 05/20/2021I Don't Like It Like This

3.0/5 (with 2 votes)

As Ryan and Kim try to unpack their respective romantic situations, Ryan's gets an unexpected new wrinkle. Karen catches up with an old friend.

#3 | 05/20/2021That's the Way the Boys Are

2.8/5 (with 1 vote)

On the night of Kim's birthday bash, she and Ryan find themselves at a crossroads. Karen bonds with Phil's new flame, but things turn awkward quickly.

#4 | 05/20/2021Death by a Thousand Cold Cuts

2.3/5 (with 2 votes)

A big loss exposes bigger fissures in Ryan and Karen's relationship, and sends Karen seeking out some familiar comfort.

#5 | 05/20/2021Ryan Joins the Crips

3.8/5 (with 2 votes)

Ryan explores a new romantic opportunity but is caught off guard by a surprising dilemma. A destitute Kim is forced to move back in with her parents.

#6 | 05/20/2021Prom Queens

2.5/5 (with 2 votes)

Tensions simmer as Kim's family celebrates Diwali, while things get super awkward at the "Crips Prom" between Ryan's new friends and his date.

#7 | 05/20/2021Why Is No One Ready?

2.8/5 (with 2 votes)

A weekend getaway proves anything but relaxing for Ryan and Tanner, as Karen takes a long-overdue trip herself. Kim and Ravi examine their relationship.

#8 | 05/20/2021Here's Where the Story Ends

2.5/5 (with 2 votes)

As Olivia's wedding arrives, Ryan, Kim and Karen find themselves facing tough changes — but also discovering opportunities that may be truly special.

04/12/2019Season 1 - 8 episodes

Additional Information

Production country: United States of America (USA)

Made by: That’s Wonderful Productions, Stage 13

Original language: English (EN)

Spoken languages: German (DE), English (EN), Spanish (ES)

Translated into 17 languages: Czech (CS), Danish (DA), German (DE), Greek (EL), English (EN), Spanish (ES), Finnish (FI), French (FR), Hebrew (HE), Hungarian (HU), Italian (IT), Korean (KO), Polish (PL), Portuguese (PT), Russian (RU), Ukrainian (UK), Chinese (Mandarin) (ZH)

Status: Ended

First episode released on: 04/12/2019

Last episode released on: 05/20/2021

Cast: Jessica Hecht, Augustus Prew, Patrick Fabian, Ryan O'Connell, Punam Patel, Marla Mindelle, Max Jenkins

Creator: Ryan O'Connell

Producer: Jim Parsons, Ryan O'Connell

Screenwriter: Ryan O'Connell

Alternative titles in other countries (from previews, ads etc.):

"非常病患"

Keywords: mother son relationship, cerebral palsy, dance instructor

Camera Setup: Single-camera setup

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Special(TV show/series, 2019-2021)

Scripted Reality in 2 seasons with 16 episodes

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Trailer for Special + Featurettes/Teaser/Clips

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