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Physical

Physical

Stretch your limits.

20216.53 Seasons30 EpisodesEnded

Overview

Sheila Rubin is a quietly tormented housewife in ’80s San Diego. Behind closed doors, she battles extreme personal demons and a vicious inner voice. But things change when she discovers aerobics, sparking a journey toward empowerment and success.

Created by Justin Bonilla
Written by Justin Bonilla, Jackie Li, K.C. Scott
Produced by Patrick Ward
NetworksApple TV

Top Cast

Rose Byrne

Rose Byrne

Sheila Rubin

Rory Scovel

Rory Scovel

Danny Rubin

Dierdre Friel

Dierdre Friel

Greta

Paul Sparks

Paul Sparks

John Breem

Themes & Keywords

1980sexercise and fitness

About Physical

Physical is a comedy, drama series that first aired in 2021 exploring themes of 1980s, exercise and fitness. Created by Justin Bonilla, it stars Rose Byrne, Rory Scovel, Dierdre Friel. Sheila Rubin is a quietly tormented housewife in ’80s San Diego. Behind closed doors, she battles extreme personal demons and a vicious inner voice. But things change when she discovers aerobics, sparking a journey toward empowerment and success.

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