Loudermilk

Sam Loudermilk is a sharp-tongued recovering alcoholic who now works as a substance abuse counselor, but he's rough around the edges and rude to nearly everyone he meets. He keeps his drinking under control, yet cleaning up isn't the hard part. Sam's life is messy: friendships, family ties, and the routines of recovery all test his patience and force him to rework how he relates to others. The series mixes dry humor with serious moments as Sam pushes people away even when he needs them, and slowly learns that sobriety is only one piece of getting his life in order. He counsels others while often ignoring his own emotional needs.

Created by Peter Farrelly and Bobby Mort, Loudermilk premiered in 2017. Ron Livingston leads the cast, with Will Sasso, Anja Savcic, Timothy Webber and Tyler Layton-Olson in supporting roles. The show pairs dry humor with sincere character work and tone.

The show did not collect major industry awards, but it earned steady praise for its writing and lead performance. It developed a loyal following among viewers who appreciated the mix of blunt humor and serious subject matter. Critics often singled out Livingston's dry delivery, and it attracted steady word-of-mouth support.

Critics and audiences tend to rate Loudermilk positively, reflected in a 7.2/10 average from 104 votes. The series balances comedy and drama while tackling addiction, friendship, accountability and the awkward work of repairing damaged relationships. Viewers praised its dialogue and sympathetic, flawed lead, though some critics found the tone uneven.

Though not a mainstream phenomenon, Loudermilk made an impression with its caustic lead and realistic tone. Lines of frank, sometimes uncomfortable dialogue and the show's honest portrayal of relapse and recovery kept conversations going online. Fans quote its snarky exchanges, and the series found a niche among recovery communities online.