10 Shows & Movies Like The Inbetweeners (2008)

Description: Peep Show shares similarities with The Inbetweeners in its cringe-inducing humor and focus on the awkwardness of everyday life. Both shows feature socially inept protagonists navigating embarrassing situations, often with disastrous results. The first-person perspective in Peep Show adds an extra layer of intimacy to the humor, much like the confessional style of The Inbetweeners.

Fact: Peep Show is one of the longest-running British sitcoms, spanning nine series. The show was initially rejected by the BBC before being picked up by Channel David Mitchell and Robert Webb, the show's stars, had been performing together for years before Peep Show.

Description: The IT Crowd, like The Inbetweeners, revolves around a group of misfits who don't quite fit in with mainstream society. Both shows use exaggerated social awkwardness for comedic effect and feature characters who are often the butt of the joke. The workplace setting of The IT Crowd provides a different backdrop but maintains the same spirit of camaraderie among outcasts.

Fact: The IT Crowd was created by Graham Linehan, who also co-created Father Ted. The iconic 'Have you tried turning it off and on again?' line was almost cut from the show. A US remake was attempted but never made it past the pilot stage.

Description: While Misfits is a supernatural drama at heart, it shares The Inbetweeners' focus on disaffected youth and features similar crude humor. Both shows explore themes of identity and belonging through the lens of young people who don't fit societal norms. The ensemble cast dynamics are comparable, with each character representing a different archetype.

Fact: Misfits was originally going to be called 'Criminals'. Robert Sheehan, who plays Nathan, improvised many of his character's most memorable lines. The show launched the careers of several actors who went on to major Hollywood roles.

Description: Bad Education shares The Inbetweeners' school setting and irreverent humor, though from the perspective of the teachers rather than the students. Both shows feature inappropriate humor and characters who never quite have things under control. Jack Whitehall's Alfie Wickers could easily be an older version of The Inbetweeners' characters.

Fact: Bad Education was Jack Whitehall's first major TV writing credit. The show was originally intended to be a one-off comedy special. A film sequel was released in 2015, and a reboot series began in

Description: Drifters captures the same post-education aimlessness and crude humor that made The Inbetweeners so popular. Both shows follow groups of friends navigating the awkward transition into adulthood, with humor derived from their social ineptitude and bad decisions. The female perspective in Drifters offers a fresh take on similar themes.

Fact: Drifters was created by and stars Jessica Knappett, who also appeared in The Inbetweeners Movie. The show was originally a stage play before being adapted for television. Many of the show's most outrageous moments were inspired by real-life experiences.

Description: People Just Do Nothing shares The Inbetweeners' mockumentary style and focus on delusional characters who think they're much cooler than they are. Both shows find humor in the gap between their characters' aspirations and reality. The suburban setting and focus on male friendship groups create similar dynamics.

Fact: People Just Do Nothing began as a YouTube series before being picked up by the BBC. The show's creators based many characters on people they knew growing up. A feature film continuation was released in

Description: Brassic maintains the same blend of crude humor and heartfelt moments that characterized The Inbetweeners, though with a more northern working-class sensibility. Both shows follow tight-knit groups of friends getting into trouble, with humor derived from their dysfunctional relationships and bad decisions. The voiceover narration in Brassic creates a similar confessional tone.

Fact: Brassic was co-created by Joe Gilgun, who also stars in the show. Many storylines are inspired by Gilgun's own experiences growing up in Chorley. The show's title refers to the Cockney rhyming slang 'boracic lint' (skint).

Description: Friday Night Dinner captures the same excruciating family dynamics and cringe comedy that made The Inbetweeners so relatable. Both shows excel at turning mundane situations into hilarious set pieces, with characters who are lovable despite their flaws. The sibling rivalry in Friday Night Dinner mirrors the friendships in The Inbetweeners.

Fact: Friday Night Dinner was inspired by creator Robert Popper's own family Friday night rituals. The character of Jim was originally written as a one-off but became a series regular due to popular demand. The show's theme song is performed by the band Hurricane #

Description: Fresh Meat shares The Inbetweeners' coming-of-age themes, focusing on a group of university students navigating adulthood. Both shows blend humor with poignant moments, capturing the awkward transition from adolescence to adulthood. The ensemble cast dynamics are similar, with each character representing a different social stereotype.

Fact: Fresh Meat was created by the same team behind Peep Show. Jack Whitehall, who plays JP, was originally considered for the role of Will in The Inbetweeners. The show was partly filmed at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Description: Plebs transplants the Inbetweeners' formula to ancient Rome, maintaining the same dynamic of socially awkward young men getting into embarrassing situations. The anachronistic humor and modern sensibilities in a historical setting create a similar tone of irreverent comedy. The friendship between the three main characters mirrors the Inbetweeners' group dynamic.

Fact: Plebs was originally going to be set in medieval times before the creators settled on ancient Rome. The show's title refers to the Roman plebeian class. Tom Rosenthal, who plays Marcus, is the son of sports commentator Jim Rosenthal.