Special
A young gay man with cerebral palsy branches out from his insular existence, hoping to finally go after the life he really wants.
Where to Watch
Available to rent or buy
United States
Currently you are able to watch Special streaming on Netflix with Ads, Netflix, History Vault (Via Prime Video), and Roku. It is also possible to buy Special on Prime Video.
'Special' Streaming: How to Watch Anywhere
Currently, Special is available in Australia, Canada, the UK, New Zealand, and the US
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| Country | Services | Access with NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| United States | History Vault, Netflix, Netflix with Ads, Roku | ✅ |
| United Kingdom | Netflix, Netflix with Ads | ✅ |
| Australia | Netflix, Netflix with Ads | ✅ |
| Canada | Netflix, Netflix with Ads | ✅ |
| New Zealand | Netflix | ✅ |
Streaming availability last updated: 06:09:14 AM, 07/19/2025 PST
More Information on Special
A young gay man with cerebral palsy branches out from his insular existence, hoping to finally go after the life he really wants. Special featuring Ryan O'Connell and Punam Patel has one or more episodes streaming with subscription on Netflix, streaming with subscription on Netflix with Ads, streaming with subscription on History Vault (Via Prime Video), and 2 others. It's a drama and LGBTQ show with 16 episodes over 2 seasons. Special is no longer running and has no plans to air new episodes or seasons. It was very well received by critics.
Ryan Hayes
Ryan O'Connell
Kim Laghari
Punam Patel
Karen Hayes
Jessica Hecht
Carey
Augustus Prew
Olivia
Marla Mindelle
Phil
Patrick Fabian
Bonnie
Samantha Lee
Executive Producer
Anna Dokoza
Executive Producer
Jim Parsons
Ratings & Reviews
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0EPISODE GUIDE
Special Season 2 Overview
May 20, 2021 - May 20, 2021Season 2 of Special has 8 episodes that are available to stream on Netflix, Netflix with Ads.
Special Season 2 Episodes
S02 E08Here's Where the Story Ends
May 20, 2021As Olivia's wedding arrives, Ryan, Kim and Karen find themselves facing tough changes - but also discovering opportunities that may...
S02 E08 of Special is available to stream on Netflix, Netflix with Ads.
S02 E07 Why Is No One Ready?
May 20, 2021A weekend getaway proves anything but relaxing for Ryan and Tanner, as Karen takes a long-overdue trip herself. Kim and...
S02 E07 of Special is available to stream on Netflix, Netflix with Ads.
S02 E06 Prom Queens
May 20, 2021Tensions simmer as Kim's family celebrates Diwali, while things get super awkward at the "Crips Prom" between Ryan's new friends...
S02 E06 of Special is available to stream on Netflix, Netflix with Ads.
