IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users90%
Director: Shion Takeuchi•Genres: Animation, Comedy, Sci-Fi
Inside Job is an adult animated workplace comedy that centers on the shadow government organization Cognito, Inc. The series follows Reagan Ridley, a socially inept yet brilliant lead scientist who struggles to manage her team and her father, the former CEO. The organization is responsible for controlling and manipulating the world's media, information, and conspiracies, from staging alien abductions to controlling the weather.
Inside Job received widespread critical acclaim for its sharp writing, unique animation style, and humorous exploration of conspiracy theories. Reviewers praised its clever plotting, adult humor, and surprisingly heartfelt moments, particularly in its exploration of complex family dynamics and the nature of control.
Praised for its witty and fast-paced dialogue.
Hailed for its inventive animation and quirky humor.
Appreciated for its ambitious storytelling and exploration of complex themes.
Google audience: Viewers overwhelmingly enjoyed Inside Job, frequently citing its intelligence, unique sense of humor, and engaging characters. Many appreciated the show's ability to blend absurdity with relatable workplace struggles, making it a refreshing take on adult animation.
The show was controversially canceled by Netflix after its first season due to budget cuts, but was later revived by the animation studio behind it, Lead Robot, in partnership with a new streaming service.
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