Mo (2022)
A semi-autobiographical Netflix comedy-drama about a Palestinian refugee hustling to survive in Texas, created by Mo Amer and Ramy Youssef.
Mo - Series Information
- Original Title: Mo
- First Air Year: 2022
- Last Air Year: 2025
- Created by: Mo Amer, Ramy Youssef
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 16
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: Arabic, English
- First Air Date: August 24, 2022 (United States - TV-MA), August 24, 2022 (Canada - 18+), August 24, 2022 (United Kingdom - 15), August 24, 2022 (Germany - 16), August 24, 2022 (France - 16), August 24, 2022 (India - A), August 24, 2022 (New Zealand - 16), August 24, 2022 (Australia - MA 15+), August 24, 2022 (Brazil - 16), August 24, 2022 (Mexico - C)
- Networks: Netflix
- Alternative Titles: مو (SA), Mo／モー (JP), 阿穆的生存之道 (CN)
- Production Companies: A24, Mo Amer, Cairo Cowboy
- Production Countries: United States of America
Mo - Plot
In Texas, Mo straddles the line between two cultures, three languages and a pending asylum request while hustling to support his Palestinian family.
Mo - Trailer
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Home is where the hustle is.
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Mo - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Mo Amer
- Ramy Youssef
Main Cast
- Mo Amer
- Teresa Ruiz
- Farah Bsieso
- Omar Elba
- Walt Roberts
- Tobe Nwigwe
- Moayad Alnefaie
- Lee Eddy
- Alan Rosenberg
- Kamal Zaid
Writers
- Mo Amer
- Harris Danow
- Adel Kamal
- Luvh Rakhe
- Sophia Lear
Executive Producers
- Hallie Sekoff
- Ramy Youssef
- Mo Amer
- Solvan Naim
- Ravi Nandan
Mo - FAQs
Is Mo based on Mo Amer's real life?
Very much so. The series draws heavily from Mo Amer's own experiences as a Palestinian refugee who grew up in Houston, Texas. The character's stateless limbo, his family dynamics, and his hustle to survive in America all mirror real chapters of Amer's life, giving the show an authenticity that's hard to fake.
Where can you stream Mo?
Mo is available to stream on Netflix, including on Netflix Standard with Ads. Both seasons are on the platform, so you can watch all 16 episodes back to back whenever you're ready.
How many seasons and episodes does Mo have?
Mo ran for two seasons, each containing 8 episodes, for a total of 16 episodes. Season 1 premiered on August 24, 2022, and Season 2 followed in 2025, wrapping up the story of Mo Najjar and his family.
Is Mo cancelled or did it end on its own terms?
The series has ended. With two complete seasons now available on Netflix, Mo concluded its run in 2025. Whether the ending felt earned or abrupt is a question fans have debated, but the show did get a second season to continue Mo Najjar's story.
Who are the main cast members in Mo?
Mo Amer leads the cast as Mo Najjar, joined by Teresa Ruiz as Maria, Farah Bsieso as his mother Yusra, Omar Elba as his brother Sameer, Walt Roberts as Buddy, Tobe Nwigwe as Nick, Moayad Alnefaie as Hameed, Lee Eddy as Lizzie, Alan Rosenberg as Aba Weinberg, and Kamal Zaid as Nazeer.
Is Mo worth watching on Netflix?
Absolutely. Mo blends sharp comedy with genuine emotional weight in a way that few shows manage. Critics praised its fresh perspective on the immigrant experience, and audiences connected deeply with Mo Amer's charismatic, semi-autobiographical performance. It's funny, heartfelt, and surprisingly moving — a rare combination.
What languages are spoken in Mo?
The series weaves together Arabic and English throughout, reflecting Mo Najjar's life between cultures. The fluid code-switching between languages is one of the show's most distinctive and authentic touches, capturing how many immigrant families actually communicate day to day.
Who created Mo and what inspired the show?
Mo was created by stand-up comedian Mo Amer and Ramy Youssef, the Emmy-winning creator of Ramy. The two collaborated to translate Amer's real-life story into a semi-autobiographical series, drawing on his Palestinian heritage, his years as a stateless refugee in Houston, and his journey into comedy.
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