To celebrate the release of Wayward, here’s a list of everywhere you can see this comedian and actor
BY ELLA GAUCI, IMAGE BY NETFLIX
Mae Martin is undoubtedly a queer icon. The Canadian comedian, actor, screenwriter and recording artist has had the LGBTQIA+ community in fits of giggles (and sometimes floods of tears) across their career.
Released today (25 September), Mae’s latest venture is the new Netflix show Wayward. In this new thriller, Mae will star as police officer Alex, who moves to a small town only to find that there’s something slightly awry going on with the local “troubled teen” institution.
If you’re looking to get your Mae Martin fix, here are some of the best TV shows that feature the comedian.
Baroness von Sketch Show
Where to watch: AppleTV+
Taking you all the way back to 2016, you can see Mae Martin where they cut their acting chops in this Canadian sketch show. The comedy show starred other comedians like Carolyn Taylor, Meredith MacNeill, Aurora Browne and Jennifer Whalen. Mae starred in the sketch show between 2016 and 2019, making guest appearances in hilarious skits.
Feel Good
Where to watch: Channel 4 or Netflix
If you haven’t already watched Feel Good a million times, where have you been? The semi-autobiographical comedy written by and starring Mae is an LGBTQIA+ fan favourite. The show follows Mae as a comedian and former drug addict who meets George. Following the pair’s budding romance, the show tackles several heavy themes whilst still retaining its signature wit and humour.
LOL: Last One Laughing (Canada)
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
This hilarious series sees 10 of the best comedians out there pitted against each other with one aim: to make everyone else laugh while keeping a straight face. Competing against stars like Caroline Rhea and Debra DiGiovanni, the series is a great binge-watch for a cosy afternoon in. Get ready to laugh your head off.
The Flight Attendant
Where to watch: Apple TV+
Starring as flight attendant Grace St. James, Mae starred in this HBO Max thriller all about when travelling in the sky goes wrong. Playing alongside Kaley Cuoco, who stars as the main character, Cassie, Mae’s character is described as being a devil on Cassie’s shoulder.
Taskmaster
Where to watch: Channel 4
Taking part in season 15 of this hit show, Mae joined the comedy panel game show hosted by Greg James and Alex Horne. The concept of the show is fairly simple: a group of celebrities attempt to complete a strange series of challenges, which are then reviewed by Greg and Alex to determine who is the winner. On Mae’s season, the comedian was up against stars like Frankie Boyle and Ivo Graham.
Fluid: Life Beyond The Binary
Where to watch: CBC Gem
Taking part in this science programme, Mae introduces several scientists to discuss discoveries about gender and sexual fluidity in both the human and non-human world. Talking about everything from sex-changing clownfish to the history of gender science, this is a must-watch for any science nerd.
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