Hulu has released the first images for its upcoming Original Film Sex Appeal which is set to be released early in 2022.
The new images, released this week, give us a glimpse into the new film, including images of Mika Abdalla as Avery, a teenager in pursuit of sexual education, and Margaret Cho in what looks to be a very supportive and accepting role (see the trolley of condoms). Sex Appeal follows Abdalla as Avery, a teenager with a tendency towards perfectionism who enlists her friend Larson to help her prepare for her first time with her long-distance boyfriend. However, her pursuit of perfection will lead her to realizations regarding the complexities of sexuality beyond just the physical aspects.
In addition to Abdalla and Cho, the cast will include Paris Jackson, who has previously starred in the Ryan Murphy anthology series American Horror Stories. Also starring in Sex Appeal are Jake Short, Mason Versaw, Fortune Feimster, Rebecca Henderson, Tate Hanyok, Hayden Szeto, and Artemis Pebdani.
Sex Appeal is produced by Jeremy Garelick, Will Phelps, and Ryan Bennett for American High. Also producing are Mark Fasano and Tobias Weymar for Nickel City. Additionally, Kendrick Tan of Lit Entertainment and Michael Glassman for LD Entertainment will also produce.
Talia Osteen directed the film, which was written by Tate Hanyock, who also served as executive producer. American High is serving as the production company. Sex Appeal is the fifth Hulu Original film from the production company, following films such as The Binge and Plan B.
Sex Appeal will premiere January 14, 2022 exclusively on Hulu. Here's the official synopsis:
Avery Hansen-White doesn’t do things she isn’t excellent at. So when her long-distance boyfriend hints at wanting to take their relationship to the next level, she sets out to master her sexuality, employing her oldest friend, Larson, as a test subject. In this hilarious teen comedy, Avery's study results in the realization that there's more to sex, and love, than mechanics. Relationships require both head and heart.