This Fool
This Fool refers to a 2022 American comedy television series created by Chris Estrada, Pat Bishop, Jake Weisman, and Matt Ingebretson. It stars Chris Estrada as Julio Lopez, a thirty-year-old man still living at home who works at a non-profit organization called "Hugs Not Thugs" that helps ex-gang members reintegrate into society.
The series primarily focuses on Julio's codependent relationship with his family, particularly his mother and grandmother, and his complicated dynamic with his cousin, Luis, recently released from prison, whom Julio reluctantly takes in. "This Fool" explores themes of class, identity, family dysfunction, and the challenges of navigating life in South Central Los Angeles, often through a comedic lens. The show utilizes observational humor and character-driven storylines to depict the everyday struggles and absurdities faced by its characters.