American Vandal (2017)
A razor-sharp Netflix mockumentary that turns high school scandals into gripping true-crime parody across two unforgettable seasons.
American Vandal - Series Information
- Original Title: American Vandal
- First Air Year: 2017
- Last Air Year: 2018
- Created by: Dan Perrault, Tony Yacenda
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Crime
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 16
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 15, 2017 (United States - TV-MA), September 15, 2017 (Canada - 18+), September 15, 2017 (United Kingdom - 15), September 15, 2017 (Germany - 16), September 15, 2017 (France - 16), September 15, 2017 (India - A), September 15, 2017 (New Zealand - 16), September 15, 2017 (Australia - MA 15+), September 15, 2017 (Brazil - 16), September 15, 2017 (Mexico - C), September 15, 2017 (Spain - 16), September 15, 2017 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Netflix
- Production Companies: 3 Arts Entertainment, CBS Studios, Funny or Die, One Man Canoe, Woodhead Entertainment
- Production Countries: United States of America
- Alternative Titles: Αμερικανός Βάνδαλος (GR), 美国囧案 (CN), Vândalo Americano (BR)
American Vandal - Plot
In the wake of their first documentary's success, Peter and Sam seek a new case and settle on a stomach-churning mystery at a Washington high school.
American Vandal - Trailer
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American Vandal - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Dan Perrault
- Tony Yacenda
Main Cast
- Tyler Alvarez
- Griffin Gluck
- Jimmy Tatro
- Lou Wilson
- Joe Farrell
- Travis Tope
- Melvin Gregg
- Taylor Dearden
- Calum Worthy
- Camille Ramsey
Writers
- Matthew McManus
- Kevin McManus
- Dan Lagana
- Jessica Meyer
- Tony Yacenda
Executive Producers
- Joe Farrell
- Josh Lieberman
- Ari Lubet
- Dan Lagana
- Tony Yacenda
American Vandal - FAQs
Is American Vandal a real documentary?
American Vandal is a mockumentary — a brilliantly crafted fictional series designed to look and feel like a real true-crime documentary. Every case, student, and school is invented, but the show mimics the style of real investigative docs so convincingly that many first-time viewers genuinely question whether it's real.
Why was American Vandal cancelled after two seasons?
Netflix cancelled American Vandal in 2018 despite strong critical praise and a devoted fanbase. The decision was widely attributed to viewership numbers that didn't meet the platform's renewal threshold. Creators Dan Perrault and Tony Yacenda expressed disappointment, and the cancellation remains one of the most lamented in recent streaming history.
Is American Vandal worth watching in 2024?
Absolutely. American Vandal holds a 98% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes and remains one of the sharpest, funniest, and most surprisingly moving series Netflix ever produced. Its satirical take on true-crime obsession feels even more relevant today, and both seasons deliver genuinely compelling mysteries wrapped in brilliant comedic craft.
Where can you stream American Vandal?
American Vandal is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. If you prefer to own the series, episodes are also available for purchase on Amazon Video. Availability may vary depending on your region.
What is the mystery in American Vandal Season 2?
Season 2 shifts from graffiti to a far more stomach-churning crime: a mysterious figure known as "The Turd Burglar" is poisoning students at a Catholic high school in Washington. Peter and Sam investigate the case with the same deadpan rigor as Season 1, but the stakes — and the gross-out factor — escalate considerably.
Did American Vandal win any awards?
American Vandal earned widespread critical recognition, including a Writers Guild of America Award nomination and multiple Critics' Choice Television Award nominations. The show was particularly praised for its writing and its uncanny ability to parody true-crime conventions while simultaneously delivering a genuinely gripping mystery narrative.
Who plays Peter and Sam in American Vandal?
Peter Maldonado, the earnest student filmmaker driving the investigation, is played by Tyler Alvarez. His best friend and co-investigator Sam Ecklund is portrayed by Griffin Gluck. Their natural chemistry and deadpan commitment to the mockumentary format are central to what makes the series so compelling and believable.
What shows are similar to American Vandal?
If American Vandal left you wanting more, try The Afterparty (2022) for sharp comedic mystery, Jury Duty (2023) for inventive mockumentary storytelling, or Trial & Error (2017) for another hilarious true-crime parody. Search Party (2016) and Documentary Now! (2015) also scratch a similar itch with wit and originality.
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