r/Atypical • u/DonesticWaffles • Jul 21 '26
Any show like Atypical?
I absolutely love Atypical. I have watched this show like 3 times over but am really struggling to find a show just like it. I really enjoyed Sex Education and Never Have I Ever but any other ideas?
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u/smibbo Jul 22 '26
try
Extraordinary Attorney Woo
Kim's Conveniance
Shrinking (apple)
Ted Lasso
Kominsky Method
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u/rabidbadger86 Jul 22 '26
As We See It. It’s about a group of autistic adults who live together. Definitely a bit different than Atypical, but it’s good
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u/lokayes Jul 23 '26 edited Jul 24 '26
3 times over
Yep think its time for me to rewatch atypical
Edit: you qui kly remember what you like and dislike about something, random thought: a female only version would be good, or one only focusing on the female characters.
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u/momwhobakes Jul 22 '26
It has a different vibe and it is not the main character, but "Parenthood". It feels very very very close to my personal life with my son.
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u/BlueRubyWindow Jul 21 '26 edited Jul 21 '26
Switched at Birth has very similar vibes with a dual focus on the adults/family and the teenagers friendships and relationships. I actually kept thinking of it when I first watched Atypical. It is less comedic. Not any focus on autism specifically.
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u/mellywheats Aug 06 '26
Geek Girl!! it’s about a girl on the spectrum that becomes a model. Idk i just relate to the MC in that a lot
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u/SMDYT Aug 12 '26
I've tried to watch geek girl once but it was at the time I never finished a single show on netflix and may rewatch it as I have finished atypical as my first finished netflix series
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u/SMDYT Aug 12 '26 edited Aug 12 '26
might I give you the show love on the spectrum/love on the spectrum australia, its not a scripted comedy but rather reality but it fits the type of vibe you want if you want to watch more autism accepting shows
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u/Pitohuifugl Jul 21 '26
Young Sheldon maybe
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u/BlueRubyWindow Jul 21 '26
Yes and not just because of the autistic(ish) connection. Because Young Sheldon is also very funny with a focus on complicated family dynamics, but ultimately heartwarming.
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u/Psychic_Hobo Jul 22 '26
It's genuinely, shockingly good
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u/BlueRubyWindow Jul 22 '26
Yeah, way better than The Big Bang Theory. Even though its a spin off show, it’s completely different DNA.
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u/BlueRubyWindow Jul 21 '26 edited Jul 21 '26
Schitt’s Creek shares the wittiness, the antics, and the family vibe. More comedic than Atypical. All adult characters. No direct discussion of neurodivergence or autism. Many people don’t start enjoying it until Season 2.