How To with John Wilson (2020)

10/23/2020 (US) • 25m

Comedy, Documentary

Hey, New York.

Overview

In a uniquely hilarious odyssey of self-discovery and cultural observation, documentary filmmaker and self-described "anxious New Yorker" John Wilson covertly and obsessively films the lives of his fellow New Yorkers while attempting to give everyday advice on relatable topics. The awkward contradictions of modern life are eased by Wilson’s candid, unpolished commentary. Building upon Wilson’s previously released "how to" short films, each episode takes wildly unexpected turns but is grounded in John's refreshing honesty.

Top Billed Cast

John Wilson

Self

18 Episodes


Last Season

Season 3

2023 | 6 Episodes

In season three, documentary filmmaker and self-described “anxious New Yorker” John Wilson continues his heartfelt mission of self-discovery, exploration, and observation as he films the lives of his fellow New Yorkers while attempting to give everyday advice on six new deceptively simple and wildly random topics. Building upon season two, the episodes take unexpected turns, as John navigates a new set of topics including: how to find a public restroom, how to work out, and how to clean your ears.

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Status

Ended

Network

network

Type

Scripted

Original Language

English

Keywords

new york city

urban life

realism

documentary filmmaking

anti-humor

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