{"id":559555,"date":"2023-08-09T23:20:25","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T04:20:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-bust-down-2021\/"},"modified":"2024-03-16T18:46:19","modified_gmt":"2024-03-16T23:46:19","slug":"shows-like-bust-down-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-bust-down-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Shows Like Bust Down (2021)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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6.8 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 604 reviews)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Bust Down stars Chris Redd, Sam Jay, Langston Kerman and Jak Knight as four casino employees in a dead-end job in middle America attempt to find self-worth in their bad ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Chris Redd, Jak Knight, Jullian Dulce Vida, Ace Anderson
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1 season, 6 episodes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Shows Most Like Bust Down (2021)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Killing It (2022)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.2 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 2946 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Class, capitalism and one man’s quest to achieve the American dream.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Vivian King, Craig Robinson, Scott MacArthur, Claudia O’Doherty
Creators:<\/strong> Luke Del Tredici, Dan Goor
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2 seasons, 13 episodes, 31.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Primo (2022)<\/h3>\n \n
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Follows a San Antonio teenager balancing college aspirations, societal expectations and a hectic home life anchored by his single mom and five uncles. Based on Shea Serrano’s life.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Ignacio Diaz-Silverio, Christina Vidal, Carlos Santos, Martin Martinez
Creators:<\/strong> Shea Serrano
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1 season, 8 episodes<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Grand Crew (2021)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.9 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 1766 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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A group of friends unpack the ups and downs of life and love at a wine bar.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Echo Kellum, Nicole Byer, Justin Cunningham, Aaron Jennings
Creators:<\/strong> Phil Augusta Jackson
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1 season, 10 episodes, 21.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The Myth of Control (2021)<\/h3>\n \n
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Genre:<\/strong> Drama<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Fay Hauser, Olivia Haller, Doris Morgado, Chrystee Pharris
Creators:<\/strong> Mikail Chowdhury, Sana Soni
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1 season, 7 episodes<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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In the realm of television, there’s a constant influx of new shows vying for our attention. Amid this sea of content, “Bust Down” emerges as a distinctive voice. This 2021 comedy series, available on Peacock, is a blend of humor, social commentary, and the raw realities of life, served with a side of absurdity. Here’s a closer look at what makes “Bust Down” stand out, and why it might just be your next binge-worthy obsession.<\/p>\n

The Premise<\/h2>\n

At its core, “Bust Down” revolves around four casino employees in middle America. These characters, portrayed by Chris Redd, Sam Jay, Langston Kerman, and Jak Knight, navigate the complexities of their mundane jobs and personal lives with a mix of ambition and aimlessness. The show’s premise might sound simple, but it’s the execution that sets it apart. The creators, who are also the lead actors, infuse their personal experiences and comedic styles into the narrative, creating a show that’s both relatable and uniquely absurd.<\/p>\n

The Cast and Characters<\/h2>\n

One of the show’s strongest suits is its cast. Chris Redd, Sam Jay, Langston Kerman, and Jak Knight not only star in the show but also serve as creators and writers. This multi-hat-wearing approach ensures that the characters feel authentic and the comedy genuine. Each character brings a distinct flavor to the mix:<\/p>\n