Eric Petersen, star of the dark comedy Kevin Can F**K Himself, came on to discuss how he has been able to make Kevin a character we all love to hate and hate to love. Peterson said it was a balance for him, ensuring that he always kept Kevin in the over-the-top world of the multi-camera sitcom (where he makes horrible comments) -- yet keeping it satirical and funny. Petersen said that while he would never make these comments in real life, it was important for the audience to feel somewhat connected to his character. He also spoke about what it was like seeing other characters evolve over the two seasons while working to keep Kevin relatively status quo. Petersen does a great job explaining Kevin's psyche and acknowledges the nuances and cracks that begin to show as the series ends. So, of course, we had to ask him... will we ever see Kevin in the real world? You will have to listen to find out.
Host: Monica Gleberman
Editor: Polina Jdanova
Social Media Graphic: Jojo
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Synopsis:
"Kevin Can F... Himself" is a dark comedy that alternates between traditional multi-camera sitcom and single-camera drama. Set in Worcester, Mass., the series follows the journey of Allison McRoberts, a stereotypically bright and beautiful sitcom wife, who is married to Kevin, a husky, self-centered man-child who is clearly punching above his weight. After making a dark discovery, Allison teams up with neighbor Patty O'Connor as she attempts to escape the confines of her life and take control of her fate.
*Kevin Can F**K Himself is airing its last season now on AMC, with older episodes available for streaming on AMC+ and Prime Video.
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