Empire Waist

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, Empire Waist is available in the US on Philo and Starz Apple TV Channel, and in the UK on Now TV Cinema right now. It says what it needs to say in one sitting, no filler. With 55 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Mia Kaplan's performance alone is worth the time investment. Start it on Philo whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Empire Waist earns its spot. The jokes in Empire Waist land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. Lenore Miller’s size has always earned her teases and jeers in her school’s hallways, but this clothes-loving teenager is about to set the world on fire with her own line of inclusive fashion designs. Mia Kaplan and Jemima Yevu lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2024. What keeps Empire Waist from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. The hit rate here is high enough that skipping ahead never feels like an option.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Empire Waist. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single evening. Mia Kaplan sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.