Long Story Short hit me in a way I didn’t expect. It’s one of those rare animated series that feels alive, warm, funny, modern, and deeply human. It reminded me how powerful simple, honest storytelling can be. Every episode moves through small slices of people’s lives, letting time and age do the storytelling instead of big plot twists. It’s nostalgic without trying to be, emotional without being manipulative.
It’s impossible not to think of BoJack Horseman, but this show isn’t trying to repeat it. It takes what BoJack did best ( humor, pain, introspection) and finds its own rhythm. It’s lighter and more grounded. The conversations feel spontaneous, like real people talking. The humor comes from truth, not punchlines.
What I love most is how it captures family and the chaos, the tenderness, the small misunderstandings that mean everything. The timeline isn’t always clear, but that’s part of its charm. You grow with the characters, see their chemistry, their failures, and the way love shows up even in silence.
There’s also something deeply relatable about how it explores identity. The way the kids wrestle with their heritage and sense of self felt personal to me. It’s rare to see that kind of honesty handled with this much warmth and respect.
For me, Long Story Short is one of the best shows of the year. It’s human, hilarious, heartbreaking, and somehow healing. It proves that you don’t need spectacle to make something unforgettable, just truth, empathy, and the courage to show people as they are.