Get ready to jump through time with a new family, because the official Long Story Short series trailer has just been released! Dropping on the official Netflix channel, this trailer gives us a fantastic first look at the new animated series from Raphael Bob-Waksberg, the brilliant mind behind BoJack Horseman. If you’re a fan of witty, character-driven comedy, this is one to put on your radar.
Check out the Long Story Short Series Trailer below from YouTube (see more trailers).
What Does the Long Story Short Trailer Reveal?
The trailer for Long Story Short introduces us to the Schwooper siblings and their family. The preview hints at a unique storytelling style, jumping through the years to highlight various moments of triumphs, disappointments, and chaotic family dynamics. We see glimpses of the siblings from childhood to adulthood and back again, suggesting a narrative that’s less about a linear plot and more about the humorous, sometimes brutal, journey of growing up and living together. The tone is sharp and funny, with a clever mix of observational humor and emotional depth that is a hallmark of Bob-Waksberg’s work. The trailer promises a series that is both laugh-out-loud funny and deeply resonant, exploring what it truly means to be a family over the course of a lifetime.
This highly anticipated series is a Netflix Original Animated Comedy. It’s being described as a “family sitcom” that uses a unique time-jumping structure to explore the lives and “small ‘t’ traumas” of the Schwooper family.
The impressive cast of Long Story Short features a talented ensemble of voice actors, including Lisa Edelstein, Paul Reiser, Ben Feldman, Abbi Jacobson, and Max Greenfield.
The Long Story Short release date is set for August 22, 2025. Netflix has already shown its confidence in the series by renewing it for a second season even before the first one has premiered. Be sure to mark your calendars for this promising new animated comedy!