The hit HBO political satire series “Veep” experienced a surge in streaming viewership, with the first season seeing a 353% increase on Monday. This rise in interest comes at a time when real-life political events seem to mirror the show’s satirical take on American politics. Vice President Kamala Harris announced her bid for the Democratic presidential nomination after President Joe Biden declared he would not seek another term and endorsed her. Viewers watched 2.2 million total minutes of “Veep” on the streaming service Max on Monday, compared to 486,000 total minutes on Sunday.
The show, which aired from 2012 to 2019 and stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Vice President Selina Meyer, focuses on the antics of her staff and the chaos of political personalities in Washington. Creator Armando Iannucci reminded fans on social media that the show was fictional, despite its uncanny resemblance to current events. Louis-Dreyfus has a personal connection to Biden, as she filmed a humorous short with him in 2014 while portraying Meyer.
In a recent interview on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” Harris noted that certain aspects of “Veep” were surprisingly accurate. Spoilers revealed that by Season 2, Meyer becomes president after a series of events, including the resignation of the unnamed president. Clips from the show went viral following Biden’s announcement, as fans drew parallels between the fictional and real political landscape. The timing of the increased viewership of “Veep” underscores the show’s enduring relevance and sharp commentary on American politics.
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