Puppy love is dead in Kevin, the new adult animated comedy from Aubrey Plaza and Joe Wengert, featuring Jason Schwartzman as the voice of its neurotic feline lead.

The paw-print plot follows housecat Kevin after his humans, Dan and Dana (with Dana voiced by Aubrey Plaza), break up, leaving the cat out of the bag and into an animal shelter. Suddenly separated from the only life he has known, Kevin is forced to navigate independence for the first time, spiraling into what can only be described as an identity crisis with whiskers.

Chris Critiques

A cat-centered comedy naturally caters to feline lovers, but Kevin proves broad enough to entertain beyond that niche. Even viewers who typically prefer dogs may find themselves charmed by its oddball energy.

One of the smartest creative choices is allowing the animals to communicate directly with humans, existing almost as equals rather than silent sidekicks. While their animal instincts remain intact, this dynamic avoids awkward limitations and opens the door for sharper humor and more playful world-building.

The voice cast proves to be one of the series’ strongest assets, featuring stars like Whoopie and Walters. Rather than functioning as a collection of recognizable names, each performer brings a genuine sense of commitment to their role, creating characters that feel lively, distinct, and emotionally realized. The result is an ensemble that adds real substance to the comedy instead of merely relying on celebrity appeal.

Audience Match

If you like: The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy, HouseBroken, Animals

Best for: Cat lovers, adult animation fans, and viewers who enjoy quirky existential humor.