Younger (2015)
TV series · Drama, Comedy
Stream itif you enjoy snappy, high-fashion workplace dramedies that balance romantic escapism with sharp observations on age.
A smart and stylish exploration of ageism and corporate life that manages to be both cynical and deeply charming. Spanning seven seasons, it is a fast-paced and highly bingeable workplace drama about the lengths people go to for a second chance.
What it is about
Liza Miller, a suddenly single stay-at-home mother, tries to get back into the working world, only to find it’s nearly impossible to start at the bottom at 40-year old. When a chance encounter convinces her she looks younger than she is, Liza tries to pass herself off as 26 and lands a job as an assistant at Empirical Press. Now she just has to make sure no one finds out the secret only she and her best friend Maggie share.
What Younger is like, and who it is for
What it is like to watch
Watching this series feels like a brisk, colourful stroll through a glamourised New York publishing scene. The pacing is rapid-fire, relying on sharp dialogue and the constant tension of its central deception. While it maintains a light-hearted, comedic energy, there is an underlying current of earnestness regarding the protagonist’s professional and romantic stakes. It is visually polished, energetic, and consistently witty.
Who it is for, and who should skip it
This is a perfect fit for those who want a smart look at career reinvention and female friendship. It suits anyone who enjoys office politics mixed with high-stakes romance. However, viewers who find the 'secret identity' trope exhausting or anxiety-inducing may find the premise frustrating. One honest caveat: the show requires a significant suspension of disbelief regarding how easily the protagonist passes for a twenty-something.
The right evening for it
It suits a low-effort evening where you want to lose yourself in several short, addictive episodes. It is ideal for a marathon watch when you need something comforting, stylish, and genuinely funny.
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How Younger leaves you
One line on the mood it ends on, with no plot. Some people count that as a spoiler, so it stays hidden until you ask.
Expect to come away feeling lighter, having enjoyed a mix of romantic whimsy and vicarious professional triumph. It leaves a bright, fashionable impression that lingers like a pleasant afternoon cocktail.
Stills
Images from TMDB.
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Younger soundtrack
- 1Get Some · Lykke Li
- 2Jealous · Ingrid Michaelson
- 3Walk Through the Fire (feat. Ruelle) · Zayde Wølf
- 4Wicked Game · Gemma Hayes
- 5Take My Breath Away · Berlin
- 6Seventeen · Sjowgren
- 7Back to You · Univerxity
- 8Coming Home · Leon Bridges
- 9Little Lies · Hilary Duff
- 10Bolder · Anna Dellaria
Album and songs from Apple Music.
Questions people ask
- Is Younger an authentic series?
- Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Authentic, with a funny streak. A smart and stylish exploration of ageism and corporate life that manages to be both cynical and deeply charming. Spanning seven seasons, it is a fast-paced and highly bingeable workplace drama about the lengths people go to for a second chance.
- How many seasons of Younger are there?
- 7 seasons and 84 episodes, at about 21 min an episode. It has finished, so you can watch the whole thing.
- Where can I watch Younger in Canada?
- In Canada, Younger is included with Prime Video (all plans), Netflix (all plans), iciTouTV, Tubi TV (free), CBC Gem (free).
- What songs are on the Younger soundtrack?
- Younger (TV Land Series Soundtrack) has 15 tracks, including “Get Some” by Lykke Li, “Jealous” by Ingrid Michaelson, “Walk Through the Fire (feat. Ruelle)” by Zayde Wølf, “Wicked Game” by Gemma Hayes and “Take My Breath Away” by Berlin, and more. It is on Apple Music.
- Is Younger worth watching?
- Stream it: if you enjoy snappy, high-fashion workplace dramedies that balance romantic escapism with sharp observations on age. IMDb users rate it 7.7 out of 10 from 35,675 votes and TMDB users 6.9.
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