Owen Thiele is experiencing renewed momentum as the FX comedy series “Adults” premiered its second season on August 27. The actor, who portrays Anton, reflects on the uncertainty the cast faced during the renewal process, expressing gratitude for the loyal audience that has developed around the show’s ensemble of dysfunctional twentysomethings. Thiele remains hopeful that continued viewership will secure a third season.
Beyond his work on “Adults,” Thiele is expanding his television presence with roles in Prime Video’s “Overcompensating” and the upcoming film “Peaked,” which also stars Connor Storrie and Dua Lipa. The 29-year-old is also developing “Off Color,” a semi-autobiographical Amazon comedy project that draws inspiration from his personal background growing up as a Black gay man in a white Jewish family. The series will feature acclaimed actor Susie Essman in a prominent role.
Thiele emphasizes how his two television projects offer distinct portrayals of queer relationships and identity. While “Overcompensating” explores the journey of self-acceptance through connection with comfortable peers, “Adults” depicts a more seamless integration of sexuality within friendship, where identity becomes incidental rather than central to the narrative. Thiele credits both shows with filling important gaps in television representation of queer experiences.
Originally reported by Variety →
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