Ramy is an American comedy-drama television series that premiered on April 19, 2019, on Hulu.
[4][5] The series has been praised for its portrayal of American Muslims when most Western pop culture depictions are "usually as the bad guys".
Ramy follows "a first-generation American Muslim who is on a spiritual journey in his politically divided New Jersey neighborhood.
[4][5] In a 2024 interview, Youssef expressed uncertainty about the future of Ramy due to ongoing discussions and scheduling challenges.
He mentioned that the writer's strike influenced the decision to postpone further episodes and hinted at the possibility of a concluding season or a two-part finale.
[23] On March 31, 2022, it was announced that Bella Hadid would have a recurring guest role in the third season.
The website's critical consensus reads, "An insightful and hilarious glimpse into the life of a Muslim American family, Ramy perfectly articulates the precarious nature and nuances of identity and announces Ramy Youssef as a talent to watch.
The website's critical consensus reads, "Ramy's layered approach yields rich rewards in a poignant second season that digs deeper without losing faith in the power of levity.
[31] For its first season, Ramy Youssef was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy.