Mindy Kaling's 'Not Suitable for Work' Reviewed
Originally published Jun 2, 2026
By Alisoncolleherman · Variety
AI-generated summary based on Variety · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jun 2, 2026
Key points
- Mindy Kaling's 'Not Suitable for Work' is criticized for being a bland copycat of workplace comedies.
- The show is Kaling's first with sole creator credit since 'The Mindy Project.'
- Reviewers note that the series lacks originality and feels derivative of earlier hits like 'Friends.'
- Kaling continues her exploration of life stages, following high school and college with this workplace setting.
Mindy Kaling's new Hulu series, 'Not Suitable for Work,' is described as a derivative take on workplace comedies, with some attempts at sharper humor. The show marks Kaling's first project with sole creator credit since 'The Mindy Project.' Critics note that while the show has potential, it often feels like a bland imitation of earlier successes like 'Friends.' The series follows Kaling's continued exploration of different life stages, having previously covered high school in 'Never Have I Ever' and college in 'The Sex Lives of College Girls.' Despite the familiar structure, the show struggles to break free from its formulaic roots.
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