Set against the fast-paced backdrop of Manhattan, Not Suitable for Work follows five ambitious twenty-somethings as they chase career success, navigate complicated relationships, and search for some sense of balance in a city that never slows down. The sharp workplace comedy-drama explores the pressure of building a future while trying not to lose yourself along the way, capturing the chaos, humour, and emotional growing pains of young adulthood in New York City.
The series stars Zawe Ashton as Katherine, a confident and driven publishing executive whose carefully planned life begins to unravel when her personal and professional worlds collide. Ben Rappaport plays Lou, an ambitious legal associate desperate to climb the corporate ladder, even as the demands of his career begin to strain his closest relationships. Anna Chlumsky stars as Liz, a sharp-witted co-worker juggling office politics, romance, and the pressure to prove herself in an unforgiving industry.
Also joining the ensemble is Elyes Gabel as Will, a charismatic but emotionally guarded professional whose charm masks deeper insecurities. At the same time, Amanda Setton portrays Celia, a young woman trying to balance ambition, friendship, and the reality of adulthood in Manhattan’s competitive social scene.
Blending heartfelt moments with biting humour, Not Suitable for Work offers an honest and relatable look at the messy transition from youthful dreams to adult reality. From demanding office environments to complicated friendships and late-night decisions that change everything, the Hulu series captures the highs and lows of chasing success in New York City while still trying to find happiness along the way.
Not Suitable for Work premieres June 2 on Hulu
