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Big Mouth is an adult animated coming-of-age sitcom that aired for eight seasons. Created by Andrew Goldberg, Nick Kroll, Mark Levin, and Jennifer Flackett, the series is based on a group of students in middle school. It is inspired by the upbringing of Kroll and Goldberg, and the show deals with issues related to puberty, the changing human body, and s*x. The series has been a critical and commercial hit and has been lauded for its frank approach towards taboo topics. The series also led to a spin-off show, Human Resources. All 8 seasons of Big Mouth have something interesting to offer, and here is a quick ranking of each of them.
Season 3, season 2, and all eight seasons of Big Mouth, ranked
8. Season 5
The fifth season of Big Mouth has its high points and low points, and true to the show, there are some wild moments in the season. Some interesting plot points happen in the fifth season. For example, the fallout after Jay and Lola’s toxic relationship ends, and the return of the Shame Wizard. Further, Andrew finds a new love interest in a young girl from Virginia. There are also some special episodes, like A Very Big Mouth Christmas, that are different from the regular episodes and add some variety to the show. The Christmas episode is also one of the most appreciated episodes as it uses an anthology format, and viewers get to see Maury and Connie as puppets. Each episode of the season has its high points, like the finale, Re-New Year’s Eve, which has many meta inclusions. For example, Nick meeting his human counterpart and voice actor Nick Kroll after getting into the Human Resources world. However, one failing of this season of Big Mouth is that the major storyline of the season, the Nick, Jessi, and Ali storyline, and the Dr. Plain Talk account are so consuming that other stories are not developed enough.
7. Season 8
The last season of Big Mouth feels a bit rushed and therefore introduces many storylines but forgets to wrap them up neatly. The season begins with the former Bridgeton Middle students now trying to navigate their world as the students of a high school. However, many of the plot points that were set up in the previous season are quickly abandoned. For example, Nick doesn’t continue to go to his fancy and rich school for long, and his friendship with Andrew does not end up well. Missy, who is trying to be homeschooled, is also not able to continue. However, the character of Mr. Pink, voiced by Steve Buscemi, is a welcome addition to the season, even though it is for a short period. The season also focuses on some of the Human Resources characters, but they are underutilized. The weakness of the last outing is that the new stories are left half-finished, like Missy’s relationship with Nate, and some other stories are ignored, like Connie and Maury’s child, Montel. Therefore, after setting up a highly nuanced animated show in the last few seasons, it feels that the end of Big Mouth could have been done in a better way.
6. Season 7
The seventh season of Big Mouth is an overall well-balanced season with some hits and misses. The season begins with the main characters visiting their new high schools and experiencing the last moments of their time at Bridgeton Middle. The season, therefore, highlights the huge step that is going to take place in the lives of these characters as they get ready to begin a new phase in their lives. One of the memorable episodes of the season is The International Show, which captures the differences and similarities between teenagers in the US as compared to the rest of the world. As Big Mouth is a coming-of-age show and deals with the problems of adolescence, this episode is an important addition. This season also has some star-studded celebrity guest appearances, like that of Megan Thee Stallion. Another important factor about this season of Big Mouth is that there are a lot many standalone episodes that focus on a few characters exclusively. This is an advantage as it helps show some character depth and development. For example, there is a big focus on Andrew, though at times, it feels like a lot. The season 7’s pacing is also a bit off. Another interesting aspect is the Big Mouth kids being seen outside of the school setting, which allows viewers to see them in a new light.
5. Season 4
The fourth season of Big Mouth has often divided viewers and critics, but it is a strong season overall because of how many important and major events occur throughout the season. Even though there are just 10 episodes, it packs a lot. The season starts with a focus on summer and shows Nick, Jessi, and Andrew at camp, even though Nick and Andrew have had a huge fight. It also shows the beginning of the relationship between Jay and Lola in Bridgeton. Plus, Missy also visits her cousins in Atlanta and begins to learn more about her black identity and place in the world. Other major events that occur revolve around Nick, who meets his alter-ego, Nick Starr, in this season, and deals with anxiety. While Big Mouth has always been a raunchy show that deals with questions regarding s*x and puberty, this season showcases other types of emotions as well, which are outside of the hormonal. Another important moment in the show is when Matthew addresses his sexuality with his parents after meeting Aiden. Even after so much happening, the show feels confident in its storytelling abilities and even gives a peek of the future where the main cast are shown as adults and how bleak their future could be if they didn’t make the right choices. In this season, it feels as though the kids are growing up.
4. Season 1
The first season is a strong season as it is the foundation for Big Mouth and the reason for the success of the show. Not only is the main cast introduced and viewers are introduced to the raunchy and hilarious nature of the show, it also gives viewers a sense of the type of humor and plot that the show will have, moving forward. The first season sets the series’ themes and even tackles serious topics like getting your first period, trying to understand what s*x is, and further. It also allows viewers to see the personalities of Jessie, Missy, Nick, and others. The show also showcases how the parents are trying to learn along with their kids. Even though the first season is light-hearted and deals with the changes that the characters are going through because of their puberty, it still hits the right notes when it has to. Each episode of Big Mouth is memorable as the kids find their own way of dealing with the changes happening within them. However, the only drawback of the first season is that it is still trying to find its ground, and therefore, some of the characters are still one-dimensional. For example, Nick’s personality is inconsistent, and Lola is also one-dimensional.
3. Season 2
Season 2 of Big Mouth builds on the foundation and success of the first season and showcases more depth in the kids of Bridgeton Middle. The season has many entertaining episodes, and they face problems and anxieties about their appearance and social skills. The show is known for its realistic storytelling when it comes to issues related to puberty, and the second season brilliantly showcases that. The season also deals with the lives of Nick and Jessie as Nick feels inadequate and Jessie deals with the changes in her body. The show presents the hormone monster for the first time, along with the Shame Wizard. Coach Steve becomes an important character, and there is even an episode about planned parenthood. The show also deals with sensitive topics like depression as Jessi battles with it, showing the viewers a glimpse of the Human Resources world. A positive point for this season of Big Mouth is that other peripheral characters like Jay, Lola, and Matthew also get more screen time and character development apart from the major trio of Jessi, Nick, and Andrew. The second season is, therefore, a strong one as it shows the characters at their core and makes them relatable with their common issues.
2. Season 6
The sixth season of Big Mouth has some strong moments as the entire cast goes through emotional changes and toxic conflicts. However, it is an important season as it is the first season of Big Mouth after Human Resources. The two shows’ storylines work well together, and the show feels more layered and whole. Multiple Human Resources characters are seen in the parent show, and important events also happen. For example, Connie and Maury’s child, Montel, is born, Nick’s deranged grandfather is introduced, and so is Greg and Caitlin’s new baby, Delilah. The show also develops the backstories of many characters. This season of Big Mouth deals with the problems that both children and their parents face. The season also deals with some heavy moments like Jessi’s jealousy upon the arrival of her step-sister and the worsening of Jay and Matthew’s relationship. Nick also makes some questionable choices in this season, but that makes his character complex. While some episodes like “Fuc*ed Up Friday” are a bit cliché, there are other memorable episodes as well. The season deals with important topics like Jessi’s struggles with a UTI and, in essence, stays true to itself.
1. Season 3
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Season 3 has received many positive reviews, and it is one of the strongest installments in the history of Big Mouth. The season deals with many different stories that range from losing one’s virginity to addiction to the phone and social media. The season is also one of the best because it truly has some of the most hilarious moments. It shows viewers the hilarious and dangerous trip to Florida, the superhero fights in the finale, and more. Another great aspect of the show is that Connie and Maury try to guide the young kids of the show, but they make some poor decisions. This season of Big Mouth also deals with heavy problems like Jessie being pushed to the limit after her family falls apart, and her mother’s sexual orientation changes. Even Andrew has to make some tough choices after his cousin leads him astray and his family looks down upon him. However, an interesting moment is the addition of the character of Ali, who describes herself as pansexual. The ending of the season is the high point of the show, as it ends on a cliffhanger and has lots of drama for the next season. Further, the third season shows how all the characters interact with each other, and the fourth wall is also broken.
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