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Vgly

TV Show TV-MA 2023 30m/ep 8.4 /10 Returning
HBO Max A HBO Max Original
Created by Marcos Bucay, Santiago Espejo, Jorge Tijerina

Vgly follows an earnest young artist who’s got talent but very little else, and the tight group of friends who hang on as he tries to climb into the music world. Vgly and his crew handle odd jobs, scrape together gigs, and clash with industry gatekeepers while keeping their sense of humor.... Read more

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About Vgly

Vgly follows an earnest young artist who’s got talent but very little else, and the tight group of friends who hang on as he tries to climb into the music world. Vgly and his crew handle odd jobs, scrape together gigs, and clash with industry gatekeepers while keeping their sense of humor. Episodes mix small victories with setbacks, focusing on the push and pull of ambition, loyalty, and the grind of trying to be heard. The show stays close to the characters’ daily realities, letting personality and awkward, funny moments drive the pace rather than big plot twists.

Released in 2023, Vgly was created by Marcos Bucay, Santiago Espejo, and Jorge Tijerina. The series stars Benny Emmanuel as Vgly, with Juan Daniel Garcia Treviño, Sasha González, Alejandro Lago, and Norma Reyna rounding out the core cast.

As of its run, Vgly hasn’t been a major awards contender, but it gathered strong viewer approval online, reflected in user ratings and social chatter. The positive response has highlighted the performances, especially Benny Emmanuel’s portrayal, even without high-profile trophies.

The show connected with audiences who like character-driven stories about trying to make it. Its mix of crude humor and tender moments made certain scenes and lines stick with fans, who shared clips and reactions on social platforms. That word-of-mouth helped Vgly build a modest but vocal following among younger viewers and music fans.

Critics and viewers tended to praise Vgly for balancing comedy and drama while keeping its tone grounded. Major themes include friendship, class differences, creative ambition, and the everyday logistics of pursuing a music career on a shoestring. Performances, authentic-sounding dialogue, and the chemistry among the ensemble were often noted as the series’ strongest assets.

Details

Release Date
May 25, 2023
Episode Length
30m
Rating
TV-MA
User Ratings
243 votes
Type
TV Series
Seasons
2
Episodes
22
Network
HBO Max, HBO Max
Status
Returning Series
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Country
Mexico
Studio
Exile
External Links
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Cast

Benny Emmanuel

Benny Emmanuel

Vgly

Juan Daniel Garcia Treviño

Juan Daniel Garcia Treviño

Flex

Sasha González

Sasha González

Data

Alejandro Lago

Alejandro Lago

Bubble

Norma Reyna

Norma Reyna

Marimix

Created by: Marcos Bucay, Santiago Espejo, Jorge Tijerina

Seasons (2 seasons, 22 episodes)

Season 1

Season 1

13 episodes - 2023

S2

Season 2

10 episodes - 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Vgly is available to stream on Max.

Yes, Vgly is available to stream on Max.

Vgly has 2 seasons with a total of 22 episodes.

With a rating of 8.4/10 from 243 viewers, Vgly is highly recommended and considered excellent by most viewers.

Vgly follows an earnest young artist who’s got talent but very little else, and the tight group of friends who hang on as he tries to climb into the music world. Vgly and his crew handle odd jobs, scrape together gigs, and clash with industry gatekeepers while keeping their sense of humor. Episod...

Vgly stars Benny Emmanuel, Juan Daniel Garcia Treviño, Sasha González, Alejandro Lago, and Norma Reyna.

Vgly was created by Marcos Bucay, Santiago Espejo, and Jorge Tijerina.

Vgly was released on May 25, 2023.

Vgly is a Comedy and Drama series.

Benny Emmanuel plays Vgly, the aspiring artist at the center of the series. The show follows his attempts, with his crew, to break into the music business.

Vgly's crew includes Flex, played by Juan Daniel Garcia Treviño; Data, played by Sasha González; Bubble, played by Alejandro Lago; and Marimix, played by Norma Reyna. They form the supporting group that helps Vgly pursue a music career.

Vgly is rated TV-MA, which means it's intended for mature audiences and is generally not suitable for children or younger teens. It isn't aimed at family viewing.

Vgly is listed as a returning series and currently has 2 seasons and 22 episodes, so the show is ongoing. Any official news about additional seasons would come from the creators or the network.