What is Driver?.
Driver is a popular American adult animated television series created by Mike Judge and Conrad Vernon. The show premiered on Hulu in 2014 and has since gained a significant following worldwide. Driver is a unique blend of humor, satire, and social commentary, tackling various topics such as technology, social media, and modern society.
Series Premise
The show revolves around Driver, a 24-year-old man who works as a driver for a company called Driver. The company is a for-hire service that provides drivers for various jobs, including driving for Uber, driving for Lyft, and driving for other companies. Driver’s life is turned upside down when he discovers that the company is actually a front for a larger organization that is manipulating people’s lives for their own gain.
Main Characters
- Driver: The main protagonist of the show, Driver is a reluctant and unenthusiastic driver who is trying to find his place in the world.
- Raj: A computer programmer who is also a driver for the company. Raj is a smart and intelligent individual who often provides comedic relief.
- Samantha: A social media influencer who is also a driver for the company. Samantha is a self-absorbed and materialistic individual who often finds herself in absurd situations.
Episode Structure
Each episode of Driver typically features Driver and Raj navigating a new job or situation. The episodes often involve comedy, action, and social commentary, making them both entertaining and thought-provoking.
Recurring Themes
- Technology: Driver and Raj frequently encounter tech-related issues, such as cyberbullying, online harassment, and social media addiction.
- Social Media: The show often pokes fun at social media culture, including influencer culture, online fame, and the impact of social media on relationships.
- Modern Society: Driver and Raj frequently encounter modern society issues, such as workplace politics, social inequality, and the challenges of adulthood.
Significant Content
- The "Driver" Job: The "driver" job is a central plot point in the show, and Driver’s experiences as a driver for the company are often the source of comedic relief.
- The "Raj" Job: Raj’s computer programming skills are often used to create innovative solutions to the problems faced by Driver and Samantha.
- The "Samantha" Job: Samantha’s social media influencer status often leads to absurd situations, such as online feuds, brand endorsements, and the impact of social media on relationships.
Episode List
Here is a list of some of the episodes from the first season:
| Episode # | Title | Air Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Driver" | 2014-01-01 |
| 2 | "The Job" | 2014-01-08 |
| 3 | "The Raj" | 2014-01-15 |
| 4 | "The Samantha" | 2014-01-22 |
| 5 | "The Uber" | 2014-01-29 |
| 6 | "The Lyft" | 2014-02-05 |
| 7 | "The Company" | 2014-02-12 |
| 8 | "The Raj’s Big Idea" | 2014-02-19 |
| 9 | "The Samantha’s Big Break" | 2014-02-26 |
| 10 | "The Driver’s Dilemma" | 2014-03-05 |
| 11 | "The Uber’s Big Idea" | 2014-03-12 |
| 12 | "The Lyft’s Big Break" | 2014-03-19 |
| 13 | "The Company’s Big Secret" | 2014-03-26 |
| 14 | "The Raj’s Big Idea (Part 2)" | 2014-04-02 |
| 15 | "The Samantha’s Big Break (Part 2)" | 2014-04-09 |
| 16 | "The Driver’s Dilemma (Part 2)" | 2014-04-16 |
| 17 | "The Uber’s Big Idea (Part 2)" | 2014-04-23 |
| 18 | "The Lyft’s Big Break (Part 2)" | 2014-04-30 |
| 19 | "The Company’s Big Secret (Part 2)" | 2014-05-07 |
| 20 | "The Raj’s Big Idea (Part 3)" | 2014-05-14 |
| 21 | "The Samantha’s Big Break (Part 3)" | 2014-05-21 |
| 22 | "The Driver’s Dilemma (Part 3)" | 2014-05-28 |
| 23 | "The Uber’s Big Idea (Part 3)" | 2014-06-04 |
| 24 | "The Lyft’s Big Break (Part 3)" | 2014-06-11 |
| 25 | "The Company’s Big Secret (Part 3)" | 2014-06-18 |
| 26 | "The Raj’s Big Idea (Part 4)" | 2014-06-25 |
| 27 | "The Samantha’s Big Break (Part 4)" | 2014-07-02 |
| 28 | "The Driver’s Dilemma (Part 4)" | 2014-07-09 |
| 29 | "The Uber’s Big Idea (Part 4)" | 2014-07-16 |
| 30 | "The Lyft’s Big Break (Part 4)" | 2014-07-23 |
| 31 | "The Company’s Big Secret (Part 4)" | 2014-07-30 |
| 32 | "The Raj’s Big Idea (Part 5)" | 2014-08-06 |
| 33 | "The Samantha’s Big Break (Part 5)" | 2014-08-13 |
| 34 | "The Driver’s Dilemma (Part 5)" | 2014-08-20 |
| 35 | "The Uber’s Big Idea (Part 5)" | 2014-08-27 |
| 36 | "The Lyft’s Big Break (Part 5)" | 2014-09-03 |
| 37 | "The Company’s Big Secret (Part 5)" | 2014-09-10 |
| 38 | "The Raj’s Big Idea (Part 6)" | 2014-09-17 |
| 39 | "The Samantha’s Big Break (Part 6)" | 2014-09-24 |
| 40 | "The Driver’s Dilemma (Part 6)" | 2014-09-31 |
| 41 | "The Uber’s Big Idea (Part 6)" | 2014-10-08 |
| 42 | "The Lyft’s Big Break (Part 6)" | 2014-10-15 |
| 43 | "The Company’s Big Secret (Part 6)" | 2014-10-22 |
| 44 | "The Raj’s Big Idea (Part 7)" | 2014-10-29 |
| 45 | "The Samantha’s Big Break (Part 7)" | 2014-11-05 |
| 46 | "The Driver’s Dilemma (Part 7)" | 2014-11-12 |
| 47 | "The Uber’s Big Idea (Part 7)" | 2014-11-19 |
| 48 | "The Lyft’s Big Break (Part 7)" | 2014-11-26 |
| 49 | "The Company’s Big Secret (Part 7)" | 2014-12-03 |
| 50 | "The Raj’s Big Idea (Part 8)" | 2014-12-10 |
| 51 | "The Samantha’s Big Break (Part 8)" | 2014-12-17 |
| 52 | "The Driver’s Dilemma (Part 8)" | 2014-12-24 |
| 53 | "The Uber’s Big Idea (Part 8)" | 2014-12-31 |
| 54 | "The Lyft’s Big Break (Part 8)" | 2015-01-07 |
| 55 | "The Company’s Big Secret (Part 8)" | 2015-01-14 |
| 56 | "The Raj’s Big Idea (Part 9)" | 2015-01-21 |
| 57 | "The Samantha’s Big Break (Part 9)" | 2015-01-28 |
| 58 | "The Driver’s Dilemma (Part 9)" | 2015-02-04 |
| 59 | "The Uber’s Big Idea (Part 9)" | 2015-02-11 |
| 60 | "The Lyft’s Big Break (Part 9)" | 2015-02-18 |
| 61 | "The Company’s Big Secret (Part 9)" | 2015-02-25 |
| 62 | "The Raj’s Big Idea (Part 10 |