'Last Look': Taika Waititi and Jason Kim Are Building a Fashion-House Comedy for Hulu/FX
If you've ever watched a runway clip and wondered about the chaos happening just out of frame - the coffee cups, the frantic hems, the quiet fix that saves a look - this one's for you. Taika Waititi (movies and tv series) and Jason Kim (movies and tv series) are teaming on a new comedy series set inside a luxury fashion brand, and it sounds like it's peeking behind the curtain in a way that should feel very familiar to anyone who's worked production or PR on a tight turnaround.
Here's the headline: Waititi has struck a new first-look deal with 20th Television, FX Productions, and Hulu. Out of that comes "Last Look," which he'll co-write and executive produce with Kim ("Barry"). It's described as a modern "upstairs/downstairs" setup inside a high-end fashion house - the tireless crew that brings the clothes to life, and the larger-than-life designers who get the spotlight.
What this could feel like
Waititi's comedy often walks a line: sharp, a little mischievous, and oddly warm when you're not expecting it. Kim brings precision from "Barry" - jokes with bite, but always grounded in work, ego, and fallout. Put them together, and you can picture the tone: the hum of sewing machines at 3 a.m., an assistant whispering into a headset, and a creative director who can stop a room with a look… or a meltdown.
Will real designers and labels pop in? Unknown. But there's clear potential for playful cameos and light satire, the kind that winks without blowing up the bit. Think "Zoolander," but actually living inside the schedule.
The players behind the camera
- Taika Waititi TV highlights: FX's "Very Young Frankenstein" pilot, "What We Do in the Shadows," "Our Flag Means Death," "Time Bandits," "Wellington Paranormal," "Reservation Dogs," "Interior Chinatown," "Flight of the Conchords," and an episode of "The Mandalorian."
- Jason Kim credits: "Barry," "Girls," and Netflix's "Love." He's also scripting the "Crazy Rich Asians" spinoff with Gemma Chan (movies and tv series) and Harry Shum Jr., drawing from "China Rich Girlfriend."
Where this fits in Waititi's slate
Some once-talked-about projects - "Flash Gordon," a live-action "Akira" at WB, that mysterious "Star Wars" film - aren't on deck right now. Instead, Waititi's next feature is "Klara & the Sun," adapted from Kazuo Ishiguro (movies and tv series)'s novel, planned for 2026. The cast is stacked: Jenna Ortega (movies and tv series), Amy Adams (movies and tv series), Mia Tharia (movies and tv series), Simon Baker (movies and tv series), Natasha Lyonne (movies and tv series), and Steve Buscemi (movies and tv series).
Why this matters (especially if you work in TV comedy)
FX/Hulu's comedy slate leans smart and specific. "Last Look" fits that lane: clear setting, built-in tension, and a world that's visually rich without requiring superhero budgets. It's the kind of show that can live in half-hours, stack characters quickly, and create a pop of event TV around fashion-week arcs.
For the fashion crowd, it's also a chance to see their daily grind reflected with some affection - and a little sting. For comedy folks, the pairing of Waititi and Kim signals intent: character-first, with room for big moments.
What we don't know yet
- Cast and showrunner details haven't been announced.
- Episode count, format, and timeline are still under wraps.
- No word on real-world label involvement or cameos.
Look, we've all seen projects with buzzy loglines fade. But this one has a clean hook, a proven creative duo, and a setting that practically writes cold opens for you. If "Last Look" lands the balance - love for the craft, skepticism for the ego - it could be sticky week-to-week viewing.
We'll update when the talent list starts to fill in. Until then, keep an eye on the calendar around pilot pickups and fashion-week windows. That's when you'll feel the first tremors.
