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‘Mid-Century Modern’ review: ‘Golden Girls’ ripoff featuring gay besties pushes the jokes too hard

The Hulu sitcom *Mid-Century Modern*, created by Max Mutchnick and David Kohan, features three gay best friends as roommates.
The show is an original series, but it inevitably reimagines an '80s TV stalwart, like *The Golden Girls*.
Nathan Lane, Matthew Bomer, and Nathan Lee Graham play the friends, while Linda Lavin plays Bunny, the owner of their Palm Springs home.
Nina Metz, a Tribune critic, gave *Mid-Century Modern* 2.5 out of 4 stars and quoted, "I'm thrilled you're gonna move in here."
Lavin died in December at 87 before filming finished, and the show incorporated her death into the final episodes, leaving a void.

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Nathan Lane Has (Re-)Entered His Sitcom Era—and Thank Goodness for That

Lane’s role on “Mid-Century Modern” is laugh-out-loud funny proof that there should always be room for the experiences of gay men over 50 on TV.

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Creator Max Mutchnick on inspirations for ‘Mid-Century Modern’

It’s been a long time – maybe 25 years when “Will & Grace” debuted – since there’s been so much excitement about a new, queer sitcom premiering. “Mid-Century Modern,” which debuted on Hulu last week, is the creation of Max Mutchnick and David Kohan, the gay men who were also behind “Will & Grace.” Set in Palm Springs, Calif., following the death of the one of their closest friends, three gay men gather to mourn. Swept up in the emotions of the m…

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The secret to being a good gay roommate? Patience & 'wet wipes,' say MCM stars

Navigating life with roommates can be a complex endeavor, filled with both challenges and rewards. But have you ever pondered what it might be like to share your living space with two gay roommates? At the Los Angeles premiere of Hulu's latest series, Mid-Century Modern, Out caught up with the show's stars and guest actors to gather their insights and advice for those considering such a living arrangement, which is portrayed in the show about ga…

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‘Mid-Century Modern’ Isn’t a Gay ‘Golden Girls’: Nathan Lane on Why Multicam Sitcoms Like It Deserve More Respect

“It seems to make people happy if they think I'm Bea Arthur. So if that makes them watch the show, great. I’m f***ing Bea Arthur!,” Lane told IndieWire.

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‘Review: Mid-Century Modern’ pushes the jokes too hard

Homage would be the kinder term, but no matter how you slice it, the Hulu sitcom “Mid-Century Modern” is a “Golden Girls” ripoff. Three...

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Mid Century Modern (Series)

Mid-Century Modern is a Hulu comedy created by Max Mutchnick and David Kohan that debuted in 2025. It stars Nathan Lane, Matt Bomer, Nathan Lee Graham, and Linda Lavin. Bunny, Jerry, and Arthur are l

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