Difficult People

Difficult People is an American dark comedy television series created by Julie Klausner. Klausner stars alongside Billy Eichner as two struggling and jaded comedians living in New York City; the duo seemingly hate everyone but each other. The series premiered on August 5, 2015 on Hulu, and was renewed for two additional seasons. In Australia Difficult People premiered on 3 August 2020 on SBS Viceland and the SBS On Demand streaming service. Cast and characters Main Julie Klausner as Julie Kessler, an aspiring comedian. Billy Eichner as Billy Epstein, Julie's best friend and fellow aspiring comedian. James Urbaniak as Arthur Tack, Julie's boyfriend. Andrea Martin as Marilyn Kessler, Julie's mother. Cole Escola as Matthew Ellis Ross (season 2–3, recurring season 1), Billy's co-worker, whom he despises. Shakina Nayfack as Lola (season 3, recurring season 2), a co-worker at the cafe where Billy works