Big Mouth

Original animated characters; no established or source figures to swap.

Boys are often depicted as awkward and gross, but this is puberty comedy applied to all genders, not a 'men are the problem' message.

• Nick and Andrew portrayed as anxious, gross adolescents
• Hormone monsters embarrass both boys and girls equally

Recurring openly gay, bisexual, and pansexual characters with central coming-out and exploration storylines.

• Matthew is an openly gay main character with romantic arcs
• Jay explores bisexuality/pansexuality across seasons
• Episodes dedicated to characters questioning sexual orientation

Diverse ensemble of teen characters that fits a contemporary American school setting plausibly.

• Missy is biracial and her identity is explored in later seasons
• Varied ethnic backgrounds among the friend group

The show frequently pauses for explicit, fourth-wall-adjacent sex-ed and identity lessons, though wrapped in crude comedy.

• Educational explainer segments on consent, gender, and Planned Parenthood
• An entire episode-style PSA on contraception
• Characters voicing progressive talking points on identity and bodies

Some mocking of male crudeness and discussion of toxic masculinity, but framed comedically rather than as a sustained ideological message.

• Storylines critiquing 'locker room' male behavior
• Hormone monster encouraging boys' worst impulses for comedic effect

Original creation with no source material to betray.