'Sex: Unzipped': 5 things you need to know about Netflix special hosted by Saweetie

Sex education doesn't have to be a boring discourse, as Netflix's new special titled 'Sex: Unzipped' hosted by Saweetie addresses the topic in a fun way
UPDATED OCT 20, 2021
Rapper Saweetie will be hosting Netflix's upcoming comedy special 'Sex: Unzipped' (Saweetie/ Instagram)
Rapper Saweetie will be hosting Netflix's upcoming comedy special 'Sex: Unzipped' (Saweetie/ Instagram)

Nobody can deny the importance of sex education. Most of us received our sex education either through those outdated vintage films that treated sex as a huge taboo or an extremely awkward birds and bees conversation from our parents or family members. But sex education doesn't have to be a boring discourse, as Netflix's new special promoting sex-positivity titled 'Sex: Unzipped' will soon be gracing our screens. 

Rap superstar Saweetie hosts a celebration of sexual health and positivity, with help from expert educators, candid stand-ups and uninhibited puppets on Netflix's upcoming special 'Sex: Unzipped'. Before we get into more details about the Netflix special, if you're interested in watching other similar shows on the theme of sex-positivity and education then check out 'Sexology with Shan Boodram’, 'Sex Education', 'Sex/Life', and 'Weeds'. 

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When does 'Sex: Unzipped' release and where can you watch it

'Sex: Unzipped' is all set to premiere on Tuesday, October 26. Viewers can subscribe to Netflix directly, via a mobile app store (App Store, Google Play). You can also watch it by signing up for the platform’s free trial. Apart from that, viewers can also opt for different subscription plans provided by the streaming giant.

What is 'Sex: Unzipped' all about

According to Netflix's press release, 'Sex: Unzipped' is a new comedy special focused on sex positivity and hosted by Saweetie. The rapper will be joined by sex experts, talking heads, and a crew of sex-positive puppets who are representative of the broad spectrum of sex and sexualities that exist in real life to help address and describe some of the biggest myths, misconceptions, and experiences when it comes to sex and identity.

Saweetie and a cast of sex-positive puppets teach you the A-B-Cs of S-E-X in Netflix's funniest, filthiest, and furriest new comedy special, 'Sex: Unzipped'.

Who stars on 'Sex: Unzipped'?

'Sex: Unzipped' is hosted by Saweetie, and the other cast members include: Dominique Jackson (she/her), Ian Karmel (he/him), Joel Kim Booster (he/him), Katherine Ryan (she/her), London Hughes (she/her), Mae Martin (they/them), Michelle Buteau (she/her), Nikki Glaser (she/her), Romesh Ranganathan (he/him), Sam Jay (she/her), Trixie Mattel (she/her).
The Sex Experts featured on the show include Alexander Cheves (he/him/his), Emily Morse (she/her), Oloni (she/her), Stella Anna Sonnenbaum (she/her), and special guest Dr. Ruth Westheimer.



 

Who are the showrunners?

'Sex Unzipped' is produced by Fulwell 73. Ben Turner and Gabe Turner of 'Sunderland 'Til I Die', 'I AM Bolt' fame and Emma Conway of 'The Kacey Musgraves Christmas Show fame are the executive producers of the show. 

Trailer

The trailer for 'Sex: Unzipped' hasn't been released yet. Keep watching this space for further updates. 

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