Netflix has released the official trailer for Big Mouth Season 8, the highly anticipated final chapter of Nick Kroll’s long-running adult animated series. The show, which has captivated audiences since its debut in 2017, is set to return with its last ten episodes on May 23, 2025.
Created by Kroll alongside Andre Goldberg, Mark Levin, and Jennifer Flackett, Big Mouth continues to explore the chaotic and humorous world of adolescence through its diverse and colorful cast of characters. The voice cast is led by series regulars including Nick Kroll, John Mulaney, Jessi Klein, Jason Mantzoukas, Ayo Edebiri, Maya Rudolph, Fred Armisen, Andrew Rannells, and Jordan Peele. The series has maintained strong critical acclaim, holding an impressive 94% average Tomatometer rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
The newly released trailer offers a sneak peek into the challenges awaiting the beloved Bridgeton teens in the final season. As they navigate the turbulent years of high school, they face issues such as driving, drugs, sexual inexperience, enthusiastic consent, pornography, cancel culture, and body image. The emotional stakes are high as the characters also wrestle with their changing bodies and the overwhelming uncertainties of the future.
One standout feature of the final season is the star-studded list of guest voices, including Cynthia Erivo, Holly Hunter, Steve Buscemi, Kristen Wiig, Quinta Brunson, Nathan Fillion, Ali Wong, and many more. These guest appearances are sure to add a fresh dynamic to the already beloved show.
The official synopsis highlights the emotional heart of the season: “At the height of the season, when many of our characters are in crisis, Compassion (personified as a new creature voiced by Holly Hunter) emerges as a crucial way forward. Ultimately, though, this season is about the importance of sticking by and supporting your friends, especially when life gets overwhelming and messy.”
As the series concludes, Big Mouth emphasizes the power of friendship, showing that despite the messiness and challenges of growing up, the bonds formed during adolescence can help guide the characters through the uncertainties of life. Fans can expect an emotional and poignant finale, with the characters stepping into the unknown future, bolstered by the strength of their friendships.
