High Maintenance — Season 2
Season two finds its pulse squarely within the anxieties simmering beneath New York City's vibrant surface – the political unease, the relentless rise in living costs, and that constant feeling of precariousness. Against this backdrop, the season celebrates the fleeting moments of joy and connection that make city life worthwhile. We also get a glimpse beyond the public persona of The Guy, offering a rare peek into his personal world and revealing the people and experiences that shape him when he’s not performing.
The man finds himself navigating a day more demanding than most, as the city grapples with seismic global events. The morning after a fleeting encounter, guests at the hotel luxuriate in a day of ease, oblivious to the turmoil beyond their …
Visiting their daughter in Bushwick, a couple found themselves immersed in the city's vibrant energy, though their stay was complicated by a less-than-perfect rental and an unexpected houseguest. The delivery arrived for Brenna and Molly’s …
A diligent real estate agent in Brooklyn strives for a fresh start. Following a fortunate win in the affordable housing lottery, Candace and John encounter a jarring shift in environment as they settle into their new apartment, acutely awar…
A former member of a Hasidic community ventures into the wider world, drawn to a writer whose intentions remain veiled. A nightclub performer's evening unfolds with unforeseen complications. Elsewhere, a man named Guy finds an unexpected co…
When faced with discomfort, the man seeks respite. A freelance brand strategist, wrestling with a particularly challenging project, embarks on a frantic quest for relief.
With Abdullah stepping in as a temporary partner, the Guy's weed route falls under his responsibility as he seeks a period of leave.
On her birthday, the spotlight intended for Emily, a girl with a keen artistic eye, was instead drawn to her mother, whose bohemian spirit spilled over into the celebration. Unrestrained friends contributed to the vibrant chaos, and a packa…
As a tightly wound mother becomes increasingly enmeshed in her daughter’s college years, her husband seeks relief from her anxieties – and the stagnant intimacy between them – from an unexpected source. A simple act of kindness, assisting a…
A computer programmer, resolved to shed the internet’s constant pull, attempts a night of digital abstinence, following a suggestion from a friend. Meanwhile, a comedian finds himself overwhelmed by a torrent of online abuse after a provoc…
The season concluded with an eclipse. Two couples sought out the park on that day, finding unexpected companionship. One of the men made a series of farewells, contemplating a shift in his own direction.
