Zoe Kravitz Says Hulu Canceling High Fidelity Show Was A Big Mistake
Zoë Kravitz speaks out again against Hulu's canceling of her 2020 show, High Fidelity. The show first premiered in February 2020, offering a brilliantly relevant yet referential update of the 2000 film, which was adapted from the 1995 British novel of the same name by Nick Hornby. The original film,High Fidelity, starred John Cusack (and notably featured Lisa Bonet, the mother of Kravitz herself) and became an instant classic, with fans and critics especially praising Cusak's portrayal of the lovable but petulant lead character.
In Hulu's bold gender-bending update, Kravitz plays the lead character, Rob– an indie record-store owner in New York City with an encyclopedic knowledge of music, but not so much expertise in romance. Kravitz's Rob is fierce, funny, whip-smart, and often an emotional trainwreck, unable to move on from her dashing ex-boyfriend Simon (played by David H. Horne) but also unexpectedly taken with the sweet Clyde (played by Jake Lacy). Drenched in pop-culture references, incredible musical stylings, and complexly written characters that vividly embody the struggles of young adulthood, High Fidelity offered something truly unique in terms of storytelling and representation. Naturally, the heartbreak of adoring fans ensued after Hulu canceled the show after only one season in August 2020.
Related: Every Song in High Fidelity's Season 1 Soundtrack
In her recent interview with Elle magazine, Kravitz lamented the cancellation of the show, relating that it disappointed not only herself and the cast but also the countless fans of the show who connected with its skillfully-written characters, diverse and carefully curated soundtrack, and witty dialogue. Fans also found a deep sense of reflection in High
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