I'm a Virgo (2023)
I'm a Virgo is a surreal comedy series created for Prime Video by writer-director Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) and follows a 13-foot-tall young Black man named Cootie. Hidden away from society, Cootie finally emerges into the public in his hometown of Oakland, California, and ultimately experiences the duality of life while navigating the trials and tribulations of being human with a unique twist.
- Release Date:
- June 23, 2023
- Cast:
- Jharrel Jerome, Mike Epps, Carmen Ejogo, Walton Goggins, Brett Gray
- Rating:
- TV-14
- Seasons:
- 1
- Writers:
- Boots Riley
- Streaming Sevice:
- Prime Video
- Directors:
- Boots Riley
- Showrunner:
- Boots Riley
latest I'm a Virgo Articles
Tune-Yards On Joining Boots Riley’s Creative Daring For I’m A Virgo
Merrill Garbus and Nate Brenner, a.k.a. Tune-Yards, discuss collaborating with Boots Riley on scoring his surreal new series I’m A Virgo.
I'm A Virgo VFX Supervisor Jamie Barty Talks Boots Riley's Wild Show & Working With A 13-Foot-Tall Puppet
I'm A Virgo's VFX Supervisor Jamie Barty discusses the wild new show from Sorry to Bother You's Boots Riley and matching the creator's vision.
Everything To Know About I'm A Virgo's Boots Riley
The eccentric and crusading nature of the Prime Video television series I'm A Virgo is derived from its equally unconventional creator, Boots Riley.
10 Wildest Moments In I'm A Virgo Season 1
I'm A Virgo is another socially driven masterpiece by Boots Riley, complete with several incredibly wild moments to drive its point across.
I'm A Virgo Cast & Character Guide
Amazon's I'm A Virgo follows the coming-of-age story of a a 13-foot-tall man named Cootie - here is a breakdown of the show's cast and characters.
I'm A Virgo: What The Show's Title Actually Means
I'm A Virgo's title is as mystifying as the Prime Video series itself, but just below its surface is a beautiful and moving message.
How Tall Cootie Is In I’m A Virgo (& The Actor's Real Height)
I'm A Virgo's hero Cootie is a giant, but how tall is he supposed to be? For that matter, what height is his actor and how did the show pull this off?
I’m A Virgo Season 2 Update As Star Explains Cootie's Rash
I’m a Virgo star Jharrel Jerome strikes a hopeful tone about season 2, teasing what's to come in the Prime Vido series, including the rash.
I’m A Virgo Ending Explained: What Happens To Cootie?
I'm A Virgo season 1 ends with Cootie finally facing off against the Hero, but what does the strange ending of Boots Riley's show really mean?
I’m A Virgo Review: Boots Riley's Sorry To Bother You Follow-Up Doesn't Disappoint
You have to appreciate the sheer scale Riley employs. The show is equal parts fun & social commentary. It's as blunt with its ideas as it is sincere.
Michael Ellenberg On I'm A Virgo & Producing Boots Riley's Ambitious Vision
I'm a Virgo producer Michael Ellenberg discusses the Prime Video series and his eagerness to partner with creator Boots Riley & produce his vision.
Olivia Washington & Kara Young Talk I'm A Virgo And Its Large-Scale Effects
I'm a Virgo stars Olivia Washington and Kara Young discuss their amazement at the show's large-scale effects, including dolls identical to them.
Brett Gray & Allius Barnes Talk I'm A Virgo and Upending Genre Expectations
I'm a Virgo stars Brett Gray and Allius Barnes talk about the script upending genre expectations, the ease of becoming best friends on set, and more.
Carmen Ejogo Discusses I'm a Virgo and Reuniting With Boots Riley & Mike Epps
I'm a Virgo star Carmen Ejogo discusses the fantastical series, reuniting with Boots Riley and Mike Epps, and the joys of its practical effects.
Jharrel Jerome Talks I'm A Virgo & The "Mental Gymnastics" Of Boots Riley Series
I'm a Virgo star Jharrel Jerome talks about the mental gymnastics of making the Boots Riley show & the scene he thinks will be "iconic" for audiences.
I'm A Virgo Trailer Reveals Sorry To Bother You Director's Bizarre New Show
The I'm a Virgo trailer finally arrives, revealing the first look at Sorry to Bother You director Boots Riley's bizarre new Prime Video comedy show.
Sorry To Bother You Director’s Next Project Gets Series Order From Amazon
Sorry to Bother You director Boots Riley has his next project lined up, as Amazon gives a series order to the dark absurdist comedy I’m a Virgo.