Your Friends & Neighbors is a dark comedy-drama series that premiered on Apple TV+ on April 11, 2025. Created by Jonathan Tropper, known for his work on Warrior and See, the show stars Jon Hamm as Andrew “Coop” Cooper, a disgraced hedge fund manager who turns to burglary in his affluent neighborhood after losing his job and undergoing a tumultuous divorce.
🧠 Premise and Themes
Set in the fictional, ultra-wealthy enclave of Westmont Village, Your Friends & Neighbors delves into the unraveling life of Coop. Once a successful financier, Coop’s world collapses after being fired under dubious circumstances and discovering his wife’s infidelity with his best friend. Struggling to maintain his lifestyle and support his family, Coop resorts to stealing from his neighbors, uncovering a web of secrets that challenge the veneer of suburban perfection.
The series explores themes of moral ambiguity, the facades of affluence, and the desperation lurking beneath polished exteriors. It offers a satirical look at the lengths individuals will go to preserve status and the illusion of success.
🎭 Cast and Characters
- Jon Hamm as Andrew “Coop” Cooper: A former hedge fund manager whose life spirals into chaos, leading him to criminal activities.
- Amanda Peet as Mel Cooper: Coop’s ex-wife, a therapist navigating her own complexities and relationships.
- Olivia Munn as Samantha “Sam” Levitt: Coop’s neighbor and love interest, entangled in a web of deceit.
- Mark Tallman as Nick Brandes: An NBA player and Coop’s former best friend, now involved with Mel.
- Lena Hall as Ali Cooper: Coop’s free-spirited sister, dealing with mental health challenges.
- Aimee Carrero as Elena Benavides: Nick’s housekeeper and Coop’s partner in crime.
- Isabel Gravitt as Tori Cooper: Coop’s teenage daughter, facing her own set of challenges.
- Donovan Colan as Hunter Cooper: Coop’s son, navigating adolescence amid family turmoil.
📺 Season 1 Overview
The inaugural season comprises nine episodes, each unraveling layers of Coop’s descent and the complexities of those around him. The narrative weaves through themes of betrayal, identity, and the dichotomy between public personas and private realities.
In the climactic finale, Coop is wrongfully accused of murdering Paul Levitt, only to uncover that Sam, Paul’s wife, orchestrated the scene to claim life insurance money. This revelation forces Coop to confront the depths of deception in his community and within himself.
🎥 Production and Release
Filming took place in the Hudson Valley, New York, capturing the opulence and isolation of suburban affluence. The series was released weekly on Apple TV+, with the first two episodes premiering on April 11, 2025, and the finale airing on May 30, 2025.
🌟 Reception
Your Friends & Neighbors received generally favorable reviews, holding an 81% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics praised Jon Hamm’s performance and the show’s incisive commentary on wealth and morality.
Some reviewers noted the show’s exploration of the “rich-people-suck” genre, drawing parallels to series like Succession and The White Lotus, highlighting the allure and pitfalls of portraying affluent dysfunction.
🔮 Season 2 and Future Prospects
Apple TV+ renewed the series for a second season even before the premiere of the first, signaling strong confidence in its success. Production for Season 2 commenced shortly after the Season 1 premiere, aiming for a release in 2026.
James Marsden is set to join the cast in the upcoming season, though details about his role remain under wraps.
📺 How to Watch
Your Friends & Neighbors is available for streaming exclusively on Apple TV+. New subscribers can take advantage of a 7-day free trial. Apple TV
For a visual glimpse into the series, you can watch the official trailer below:
