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Season 1 – Overcompensating

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Follow Benn, a closeted former football player, as he becomes fast friends with Carmen, a high school outsider; with guidance from his older sister and her boyfriend, Benny and Carmen juggle horrible hookups, flavored vodka and fake IDs.
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Overcompensating — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

As ribald as any self-respecting campus comedy but with a disarmingly sweet core, Overcompensating has nothing to make up for as it proves creator-star Benito Skinner to be the real deal.

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Steve Murray Sydney Morning Herald The show isn’t perfect... Still, for most of its running time, it’s a smart, funny treat that finds comedy gold in the most toxic brand of bro-sculinity while humanizing characters that at first seem like caricatures. Jun 3, 2025 Full Review Judy Berman TIME Magazine Overcompensating feels... old-fashioned in its coming-out storyline and earnestness about being true to oneself. May 22, 2025 Full Review Taylor Crumpton Autostraddle The show’s cast articulates what pieces of ourselves we are willing to sacrifice for comfort and security. May 21, 2025 Full Review Kevin Fallon The Daily Beast It’s sweet, sexy, and a breeze to watch. A four-hour binge well-spent, plus you get to hear Britney Spears’ “Lucky.” Jun 11, 2025 Full Review Henry Chandonnet The Daily Beast These age mismatches crush the heart of Overcompensating. The viewer cannot invest in Benny’s college realizations, primarily because he doesn’t look like he’s in college. Jun 11, 2025 Full Review Joe Botten Loud and Clear Reviews It’s a warm, self-deprecating celebration of growing up and screwing up and of learning to own both. [...] We need more comedies like this that swap formulaic banality with fearless honesty. Rated: 4.5/5 Jun 4, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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kate r one of the most recent depictions of college and young people that i actually think is somewhat accurate in a still unrealistic, funny way Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/16/25 Full Review Johann D. M 🏳️‍🌈 HILARIOUS, HEARTFELT, AND RELATABLE!!! A comedy drama TV series created by Benito Skinner, loosely based on his own college experience, in which he stars as Benny, a former high-school jock and closeted freshman navigating a new chapter where he is constantly overcompensating to fit in and mask who he truly is. This 8-episode gem is outrageously funny and emotionally grounded, blending sharp, self-aware writing with lovable, imperfect characters. It cleverly satirizes college life—exposing its toxic masculinity, clichés, and insecurities—while also delivering genuine emotional arcs for nearly every member of the cast. Benny's journey is both chaotic and touching, and the show hits the sweet spot between camp and catharsis. With perfect music cues and an ensemble that brings depth and humor to even the wildest moments, it absolutely earns a second season—especially after that bold, unresolved ending that begs for continuation. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/14/25 Full Review Faye T Absolutely loved it. So fun and funny. Wish we had series 2 already! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/13/25 Full Review Simon T Clever drama, origimal in approach and enjoyable to watch. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/13/25 Full Review Ira H Show seems like high school went to college. Not one actor is age appropriate. The women are treated like half wits and the men only care about getting dunk, high or getting laid. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 06/12/25 Full Review Ethel E. Pierson P Trash show like Amazon Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 06/11/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Benny Drama

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Benny Drama

Benny

Wally Baram

Carmen

Mary Beth Barone

Grace

Adam DiMarco

Peter

Rish Shah

Miles

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired May 15, 2025 Lucky When mom and dad drop off freshman Benny at Yates University, Benny realizes he has no idea who he is anymore; Benny's older sister Grace, a junior at Yates, reminds him that, for once, he's in her shadow here, not the other way around. Details Episode 2 Aired May 15, 2025 Who's That Girl Benny and Carmen scour the campus for fake IDs, so they can join the rest of the freshmen class at Rock Bar; Peter comes through for Benny, but not even Hailee can help her out; Grace befriends an elderly woman. Details Episode 3 Aired May 15, 2025 Black and Yellow Benny gets noticed by a secret society and wants to get Carmen the same attention; it is alumni tailgate weekend, so she gets to show off her drinking prowess. Details Episode 4 Aired May 15, 2025 Boom Clap Benny gets caught in a lie and gets into a fight with Carmen, but Carmen still basks in her new legend status; Carmen is psychologically tortured alongside the female pledges. Details Episode 5 Aired May 15, 2025 Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites In preparation for Halloweekend and the annual Chem House party, Miles suggests wearing matching costumes with Benny; after an unexpected hookup with someone totally off-limits, Carmen finds herself getting extremely vulnerable. Details Episode 6 Aired May 15, 2025 The Edge of Glory Carmen avoids confronting her disastrous love life while trying to help Benny with his; Grace confides in Janet who pushes her to explore other romantic endeavours; Peter, at his lowest point, makes a destructive decision. Details Episode 7 Aired May 15, 2025 Welcome to the Black Parade Benny and Grace go home for Thanksgiving prepared with cover-up stories to explain their new identities, only to find that their empty-nester parents have adopted entirely new identities of their own; Carmen is home with Benny and Grace too. Details Episode 8 Aired May 15, 2025 Crown on the Ground Carmen forces Benny to explain his web of lies; Grace makes a discovery; Hailee looks for her performance enhancing medicines; Miles wonders what he did wrong. Details
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Season Info

Director
Desiree Akhavan, Daniel Gray Longino
Creator
Benny Drama
Executive Producer
Benny Drama, Jonah Hill, Matt Dines, Scott King
Screenwriter
Benny Drama, Scott King
Network
Prime Video
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
May 15, 2025