"Sweet Tooth" is a fantasy drama television series developed by Jim Mickle, based on the comic book series by Jeff Lemire.
The show premiered on Netflix in June 2021 and has received critical acclaim. The series is set in a post-apocalyptic world where a virus known as the "Sick" has devastated human populations, and hybrid babies with animal characteristics have emerged. The story follows Gus, a 10-year-old deer hybrid, as he sets out to find his mother after the death of his father.
The main cast includes Christian Convery as Gus, Nonso Anozie as Tommy Jepperd, Adeel Akhtar as Dr. Aditya Singh, Stefania Owen as Bear, and Dania Ramirez as Aimee Eden. The series has three seasons, with the first season released on June 4, 2021, the second season on April 27, 2023, and the third and final season on June 6, 2024.
The series has received widespread critical acclaim, with the first season holding a high approval rating and a Metacritic score. The second season has also received positive reviews, and the third season holds a perfect approval rating and a Metacritic score. The series has been nominated for several awards, including the Harvey Awards for Best Adaptation from Comic Book/Graphic Novel and the Children's and Family Emmy Awards.
Overall, "Sweet Tooth" is a highly acclaimed and engaging post-apocalyptic series that explores themes of hope, survival, and the power of human connection in the face of adversity.