It feels like just yesterday we were introduced to the Hormone Monster's aggressive advice and the absolute chaos of Bridgeton Middle School. But here we are. If you are looking for the short answer to will there be a season 8 of Big Mouth, the answer is a resounding yes. Netflix confirmed it quite a while ago, making it the longest-running adult animated series in the streaming giant's history.
That is a huge deal.
Most Netflix shows get the axe after three seasons. Some don't even make it past the first month if the algorithm decides they aren't "sticky" enough. Yet, Nick Kroll, Andrew Goldberg, Mark Levin, and Jennifer Flackett managed to build an empire out of puberty, shame wizards, and talking anatomy. It’s gross, it’s heartfelt, and honestly, it’s a bit of a miracle that it has lasted this long.
The final bow for Nick, Andrew, and the gang
This is where the news gets a little bittersweet for the die-hard fans. While we are getting a season 8, it has been officially designated as the final season. Netflix isn't just renewing it to keep it on life support; they are giving the creators the space to actually finish the story.
Think about that for a second.
How many times have you fallen in love with a show only for it to end on a cliffhanger because the network pulled the plug? We won't have that problem here. The eighth season is designed to be the grand finale. It’s the graduation. The puberty journey that started with a singular, very messy developmental milestone is finally reaching its conclusion as the kids head toward high school and beyond.
There's something poetic about it. Most of us spent our actual middle school years wishing they would just end already. Now, we're watching these animated versions of our awkward selves finally get their release.
When can we actually watch it?
Timing is everything. Netflix usually likes to drop Big Mouth in the fall. It’s become a bit of a tradition—Halloween rolls around, and suddenly there’s a new batch of episodes featuring Maurice and Connie screaming about hormones.
Production on animation takes a long time. Like, a really long time. You can’t just point a camera and shoot; every frame is a labor of manual love and digital rendering. Given the production cycles we’ve seen for previous seasons, we are looking at a late 2024 or early 2025 release window for the eighth season.
The industry strikes in 2023 did throw a wrench into many production schedules across Hollywood. Writers' rooms were dark for months. While animation often operates on a different timeline than live-action, these delays ripple through the entire ecosystem.
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Why the wait feels longer this time
Maybe it’s because we know the end is coming. Or maybe it’s because the spin-off, Human Resources, already wrapped up its two-season run. Fans are feeling a bit of a vacuum. When Human Resources ended, it effectively folded its characters back into the main Big Mouth universe, which means season 8 is likely to be crowded.
In a good way.
Expect to see more of the logic rocks, the ambition gremlins, and maybe even the grief sweater. The creators have hinted that the final season will serve as a culmination of the entire "monstrous" universe they’ve built.
What to expect from the plot of season 8
Puberty doesn't just stop. That’s the scary part.
As the kids move out of the relative safety (if you can call it that) of middle school, the stakes get higher. Season 7 saw the kids transitioning toward high school, and will there be a season 8 of Big Mouth that ignores that jump? Absolutely not. The final season is expected to tackle the terrifying reality of being a freshman.
High school is a different beast.
The hormones are more intense. The social hierarchies are more rigid. The "shame" isn't just about a spot on your pants anymore; it’s about identity, sexual orientation, and the looming shadow of adulthood. Nick Birch has spent seven seasons trying to find his footing, and Andrew Glouberman has spent them... well, being Andrew. Watching them navigate the "big pond" of high school is going to be the ultimate test of their friendship.
Returning voices and guest stars
One thing this show never misses on is the voice talent. You’ve got the staples:
- Nick Kroll (doing about a dozen voices, including Nick and Maury)
- John Mulaney (Andrew)
- Maya Rudolph (the legendary Connie)
- Jessi Klein (Jessi)
- Jason Mantzoukas (Jay)
- Ayo Edebiri (Missy)
Ayo Edebiri’s take on Missy has been one of the highlights of the later seasons. She brought a grounded, evolving energy to a character that started as a caricature. In season 8, the evolution of Missy—from the "geeky" girl to a young woman finding her voice and her heritage—will likely be a central pillar.
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And let’s talk about the guest stars. Big Mouth has a track record of getting A-list talent to voice the most bizarre things. We’ve had everything from Nathan Fillion voicing himself to various celebrities playing literal pubic hairs. For the final season, rumors are swirling about some massive cameos to send the series off. It’s the last chance for the writers to go wild.
The legacy of the "Gross-Out" education
People love to hate on Big Mouth. They call it ugly. They call it "too much."
But honestly? It’s probably the most honest depiction of growing up that we've ever seen on television. It tackles topics that school health classes are too terrified to touch. It talks about periods, wet dreams, masturbation, and mental health with a level of frankness that is actually... helpful?
I’ve heard from parents who used the show as a conversation starter with their kids. That sounds insane given how much swearing there is, but the emotional core is bulletproof. The show understands that being a kid is lonely and confusing. By personifying these internal struggles as monsters, it makes them manageable.
When we look back at the show after season 8 concludes, its legacy won't just be the dirty jokes. It will be the fact that it made a generation of viewers feel a little less "gross" for things they couldn't control.
The future after Big Mouth ends
So, the show ends. Then what?
Netflix isn't letting Nick Kroll and Andrew Goldberg go anywhere. They signed a massive multi-year deal under their production banner, Brutus Pink. This means that while Big Mouth is ending, the vibe of the show will likely live on in new projects.
They are building a "Brutus Pink" universe.
We might see more spin-offs, or perhaps entirely new shows that tackle different stages of life. What does "Big Mouth" look like for mid-life crises? What does it look like for the elderly? The "Hormone Monster" concept is evergreen because humans are always being driven by impulses they don't quite understand.
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Why season 8 is the right time to stop
There is an art to knowing when to leave the party.
If Big Mouth went on for 15 seasons, it would eventually lose its edge. The characters would be stuck in a Simpsons-esque limbo where they never age and nothing ever truly changes. By ending at season 8, the show preserves the "coming of age" narrative. A story about growing up has to, eventually, result in the characters having grown up.
If they stayed in middle school forever, the metaphor would break.
Practical next steps for fans
If you are itching for more content while waiting for the release, there are a few things you can do to bridge the gap.
First, rewatch Human Resources. It’s easy to skip because it’s a spin-off, but it provides a ton of backstory for the monsters that will undoubtedly play a role in the Big Mouth finale. It also features some of the best animation and emotional writing in the entire franchise (the "Dementia" episode is a masterpiece, fair warning, you will cry).
Second, keep an eye on the official "Big Mouth" social media accounts around late summer. That is usually when Netflix starts dropping the teaser trailers and the official release date.
Lastly, check out some of the other Brutus Pink productions or Nick Kroll's stand-up specials. Understanding the "source code" of the humor makes the show even better on a second or third viewing.
The end is coming, but it’s going to be a hell of a ride. Prep your hormones; it’s almost time to say goodbye.
Actionable Insight: To get the most out of the final season, watch the final two episodes of Human Resources Season 2 before the Big Mouth Season 8 premiere. The character arcs of the monsters—specifically the Logic Rock and the Lovebug—are directly impacted by the events there and will likely influence how they interact with Nick and Andrew in the final episodes.