'Big Mouth' co-creator and star Nick Kroll opens up about how the show gets away with its 'big crazy jokes'

In an exclusive interview, Kroll discusses how pushing the envelope with 'Big Mouth' gives the show more space to be emotional
PUBLISHED NOV 21, 2018

Nick Kroll, co-creator of Netflix's critically acclaimed adult animated show 'Big Mouth', spoke to MEAWW exclusively about the humor on the show and what it's like working with his best friends to co-create such a unique series. He also voices the character of Nick Birch on the series. The show revolves around a group of seventh graders, including best friends Nick Birch and Andrew Glouberman, as they navigate their way through puberty and sexual arousal.

Nick Kroll attends the 2018 Creative Arts Emmys Day 2 at Microsoft Theater on September 9, 2018, in Los Angeles, California. (Getty Images)
Nick Kroll attends the 2018 Creative Arts Emmys Day 2 at Microsoft Theater on September 9, 2018, in Los Angeles, California. (Getty Images)

When asked about what kind of impact the show might have on children because of its adult humor and risque jokes, Kroll spoke about the emotional core of the content.

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