Net comedy series starring Leanne Morgan consistently contains humor centered around eating disorders and weight loss issues
The new Netflix sitcom "Leanne," starring comedian Leanne Morgan, delves into humourous yet sensitive topics such as body image and family dynamics. The show, inspired by Morgan's stand-up comedy, follows a woman from Tennessee who starts over after her husband leaves her for another woman.
In the series, Leanne's character's unusual eating habits and concerns about her appearance are often the subject of jokes. These self-deprecating body image jokes, while consistent with Morgan's comedic style, can sometimes feel less confident or gentle on screen.
The show also explores the contentious relationship between Leanne and her daughter-in-law, with humor that occasionally involves judgmental and conflicting dynamics. Viewers should be aware that the show includes humor based on body image, aging, and family tensions that might be sensitive or uncomfortable for some audiences, especially given its tone described as hacky and occasionally meaner in interpersonal conflicts.
One of the notable episodes is the season finale (Episode 16), where Leanne expresses her concerns about her appearance at the beach and sending her food back at a restaurant. Throughout the series, Leanne's character makes various comments about her weight, dieting, and using products like laxatives and Metamucil to aid in weight loss.
In addition to her comedic role, Morgan is also the cocreator and executive producer of the show. The sitcom, which premiered on July 31, targets an audience familiar with midlife and parenting challenges, including women in their 50s.
The show has not provided any official content warnings. However, given the themes it explores, viewers might want to exercise discretion when deciding whether to watch the series.
[1] Source: TV Insider [4] Source: Variety
The show, "Leanne," orchestrates humor around sensitive topics such as body image and family dynamics, and critiques these issues through Leanne's character's self-deprecating comments on her weight and dieting habits. Viewers should consider the series' potential triggers since its humor may delve into body image, aging, and family tensions, catering primarily to an audience that understands midlife and parenting challenges.
