Younger

Editor Reviews

• Cleo Weston

  Rating: 4

  4

  November 22, 2025

  'Younger' offers a unique twist on the 'college romance' theme, focusing on Liza Miller, a 40-year-old woman who pretends to be 26 to get a job in the cutthroat world of publishing. While Liza isn't actually in college, her new 'younger' life throws her into the dating pool and social circles of people in their twenties, bringing all the excitement and confusion of early adult romance. The show is incredibly smart, witty, and surprisingly heartfelt, exploring themes of ageism, reinvention, and finding love at any stage of life. The romantic entanglements are a major highlight, particularly the love triangle between Liza, the charming tattoo artist Josh, and her sophisticated boss Charles. The show expertly balances comedy with genuine emotional stakes, making you root for Liza as she navigates her double life. The fashion is impeccable, the friendships are strong, and the New York City setting is simply gorgeous. 'Younger' is a refreshingly different take on romance, proving that love and self-discovery aren't just for college kids.

• Marlowe Kent

  Rating: 6

  6

  May 27, 2025

  From Darren Star, the creator of 'Sex and the City', comes Younger. This series follows a single mother in her 40s who pretends to be in her 20s to get a job in the competitive New York City publishing world. Starring Sutton Foster, Hilary Duff, and Debi Mazar, the show blends workplace comedy with relationship drama, exploring themes of ageism, reinvention, and the bond between women across different generations. Set against a stylish NYC backdrop, it captures some of that classic Star magic with its focus on friendships, romance, and navigating life in the city.