BIG MOUTH BY THE NUMBERS: CELEBRATING EIGHT UNFILTERED AND IMPACTFUL SEASONS
Big Mouth premiered on Netflix in 2017 and unapologetically broke new ground in the world of adult animation. It’s edgy humor and diverse storytelling – tackling the awkward and hilarious journey of adolescence – sparked conversation about once taboo subjects with heart, humor and honesty.
We’re breaking down the legacy in all its glory – everything from mind-blowing views and songs that had fans laughing (and cringing) to the star-studded guests and critical accolades.
Plus, a not-to-be-missed fan tour taking Nick Kroll and the whole gang on a road trip across America and making wild stops in places with names that’d make a hormone monster blush – like Cooter, Missouri, and Utah’s very own, The Phallus! Read more here.
BIG MOUTH BY THE NUMBERS
Across all eight seasons there will be a total of 81 episodes of Big Mouth.
Seasons 1-7 have included 71 episodes and nearly 2,000 minutes of awkwardness that resulted in over 50 Emmy nominations.
Each season has earned critical acclaim, with all 7 released seasons fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.
The series brought home Netflix’s first Emmy nomination for Outstanding Animated Program, and Maya Rudolph won four Emmys (2020, 2021, 2023, 2024) for voicing Connie the Hormone Monstress.
Across its eight seasons, 222 guest stars lent their voices including Cynthia Erivo, Megan thee Stallion, Hugh Jackman, Jon Hamm, Kristen Wiig, Zach Galifianakis, Seth Rogan, Martin Short, Kristen Bell, Wanda Sykes, Tyler the Creator, Jeff Goldblum, Ira Glass, Steve Buscemi, Billy Porter, Padma Lakshmi, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and Jean Smart.
Co-creator Nick Kroll voiced 81 characters, from Maury the Hormone Monster to talking pubic hairs and… ‘penis worms’.
The show also featured 74 original songs, including fan-favorites “Totally Gay” (3M YouTube views), “I Love My Body” (2.9M YouTube views) and the viral hit “Pussy Don’t Lie” (2.5M+ Spotify streams).
Seasons 1–7 each generated over 156M social impressions and ahead of the Season 8 premiere, the campaign has already racked up 24M+ global impressions, fueled by trailers, viral clips, original songs and fan-first activations.
Many Big Mouth stars have made their mark across Netflix including Nick Kroll (Human Resources, upcoming Mating Season), Maya Rudolph (Wine Country), Ali Wong (Always Be My Maybe, BEEF), John Mulaney (Everybody’s in L.A., Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney) and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan (Never Have I Ever).
And that’s not all! To ensure accuracy across all eight seasons, the Big Mouth creators consulted several and numerous specialists including health and human development educator Shafia Zaloom, physician Dr. Cara Natterson, author Peggy Orenstein, therapist Barry Michels; and more than 100 real-life teenagers to ensure information was accurate and grounded in real-life expertise.
THE TOUR THAT REALLY WENT THERE
The eighth and final season of the series debuts on May 23 and leading up to their final bow, Nick Kroll and the whole gang took the show on the road! The Big Mouth team has made 11 stops in a custom vehicle where they hosted special advance screenings of the Season 8 premiere and treated fans to Big Mouth-branded condoms, pads and tampons as well as official plushies from the Netflix Shop. The tour will climax with the official Season 8 premiere at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood on Thursday, May 22. The red fuzzy yellow carpet, will be designed to embody the hormone-fueled tone of the series, featuring hormone monster mechanical bulls and other playful elements. Read more here.
All eight seasons of Big Mouth stream May 23 – only on Netflix.
Big Mouth may be closing up for good, but fans can stay tuned for Mating Season, the next unhinged adventure from the same wacky minds behind Big Mouth, coming to Netflix in 2026.
Article by Livein Staff
Images courtesy of Netflix