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Ramy

Ramy is an American comedy-drama television series that premiered on Hulu in 2019.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ramy is an American comedy-drama television series that premiered on Hulu in 2019. Created by Ramy Youssef, the show follows Ramy Hassan, a first-generation Egyptian-American, as he navigates faith, family, relationships, and identity in New Jersey.

Premise

The series follows Ramy Hassan, a first-generation Egyptian-American, on a spiritual and personal journey in New Jersey. Its story examines religion, family expectations, dating, and generational conflict.

Production

Ramy was created by Ramy Youssef and launched as a Hulu original series. Youssef also stars in the title role, and the show is presented as a comedy-drama.

Release and seasons

The first season premiered in April 2019. Hulu renewed the series for a second season in May 2019 and a third season in July 2020; the third season premiered in September 2022.

Reception

The series received strong critical attention for its portrayal of Muslim-American life and its blend of comedy and dramatic themes. Coverage described it as notable for its perspective and its exploration of faith and identity.

Key facts

  • Ramy premiered on Hulu on April 19, 2019.
  • Ramy Youssef created the series and stars as the title character.
  • The show explores tensions between Muslim religious life, secular millennial culture, and personal identity.
  • Hulu renewed the series for a second season in 2019 and a third season in 2020.
  • The third season premiered on September 30, 2022.
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Canadian context

The series may be of interest to Canadian viewers through streaming availability and its themes of immigrant identity, religion, and multicultural life, which resonate with Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

What is Ramy?
Ramy is a U.S. comedy-drama television series about a first-generation Egyptian-American man navigating faith, family, and relationships in New Jersey.
Who created Ramy?
Ramy was created by Ramy Youssef, who also stars as the title character.
When did Ramy first air?
It premiered on Hulu on April 19, 2019.
What is the show about?
The series follows Ramy Hassan’s spiritual journey and his efforts to balance Muslim community expectations with modern life.
How many seasons does Ramy have?
Available sources indicate three seasons, with the third season premiering in 2022.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramy_(TV_series)
    Supports: Premiere date, genre, creator/star, season renewals, and third-season premiere date.
  2. Hulu — https://www.hulu.com/series/ramy-4bcb6c3a-3d9a-4d49-b8e0-57fb7de9c8d6
    Supports: Official series premise and platform.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7649694/
    Supports: Series premise involving Ramy Hassan and his spiritual journey.
  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/ramy
    Supports: Creator, genre, network, rating, and synopsis.
  5. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramy_Youssef
    Supports: Ramy Youssef as creator and star of the series.