The internet is a better place with Benito Skinner around. The comedian (whose online alias is Benny Drama) is one of the only rays of light still beaming in the current online landscape, with his skits punching up at the Kardashians, Shawn Mendes and, if you've spent some time in this corner of Instagram, a real-estate-agent-turned-wedding-planner, Deliverance Richards, and a certain TMI hairstylist named Jenni. The videos are detailed and well-produced, with Skinner sparing no expense to get the props and costumes just right. So imagine what the comedian could do with Hollywood-level backing? Well, we'll soon find out. Skinner's debut series, Overcompensating, has been picked up by Amazon and A24, and we've officially got our first look. Everything we know, below.
Watch the official trailer for Overcompensating
Who is involved in Overcompensating?
The story is based on Skinner's own experiences so it's only natural that he's cast as the main character. This isn't his first time acting outside of his own skits either, having appeared in Billy Eichner's easy-watching queer romcom Bros, and the Queer As Folk reboot, which was cancelled after one season.
Co-starring in Overcompensating is comedian Mary Beth Barone, who you might also know from co-hosting the hit podcast Ride alongside Skinner. There's also Connie Britton and Kyle MacLachlan as SKinner's character's parents, as well as kaia Gerber, nell Verlaque, Elias Azimi, and Adam DiMarco.
Behind the scenes, there's a lot of major parties involved. For one, A24 and Amazon MGM are producing the series. The music was produced by Charli XCX (who is also reportedly set to appear in a guest role).
What is Overcompensating about?
If you've been watching Skinner's videos for a while, you'll know that he doesn't just use other people as fodder for his sketches, but throws himself into the ring also. Overcompensating is loosely inspired by Skinner's own experience growing up in midwest America and coming to terms with his sexuality. As such, the film follows an Idaho football player named Benny, as he tries to convince himself otherwise about being gay and the overcompensating that occurs in the process. It's said to be equal parts funny, moving and deeply personal.
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Release date?
Praise the powers that be, Overcompensating finally has a release date, and it's much sooner than expected. The episodes will drop in full on may 15, 2025 via Prime Video.
