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Atypical

TV·2017–2021·Netflix·Drama, Comedy, Family·31m·7.9·Created by Robia Rashid

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Atypical is a coming of age story that follows Sam, an 18-year-old on the autistic spectrum as he searches for love and independence. While Sam is on his funny yet emotional journey of self-discovery, the rest of his family must grapple with change in their own lives as they all struggle with the central theme: what does it really mean to be normal?

Cast

Keir GilchristKeir GilchristSam GardnerJennifer Jason LeighJennifer Jason LeighElsa GardnerJack HavenJack HavenCasey GardnerMichael RapaportMichael RapaportDoug Gardner

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