Atypical streaming
2017 Series United States Drama, Comedy Ages 17+
With: Jennifer Jason Leigh, Keir Gilchrist, Jack Haven, Michael Rapaport
Atypical is a coming-of-age story that follows Sam, an 18-year-old on the autistic spectrum as he searches for love and independence. While Sam is on his funny yet emotional journey of self-discovery, the rest of his family must grapple with change in their own lives as they all struggle with the central theme: what does it really mean to be normal?
Mood
Empathetic
Heartwarming
Hopeful
Cast & Crew
Robia Rashid
Jack Haven
Keir Gilchrist
Michael Rapaport
Jennifer Jason Leigh
Amy Okuda
Nik Dodani
Narrative Structure
Coming-Of-Age
Time-Period
2010S
Central Conflict
Family Acceptance
Independence
Romance
Characters
Autistic Teen
Family
Friendship
Ending
Family Unity
Hopeful
Positive
Historical Context
2010S
Key Plot Points
Family Challenges
Seeking Love
Self-Discovery
Plot
Autism
Family Dynamics
Self-Discovery
Setting
Connecticut
Shooting Location
Connecticut
Theme
Autism Awareness
Family Love
Self-Acceptance
Genre
Comedy-Drama
Coming-Of-Age
Audiences
Autism Community
Family
Teenagers
Titles
Atypical
Reception
Autism Representation
Critical Acclaim
Positive Reviews
Production Countries
United States
Release Year
2017
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