Comedy is a tough nut to crack on television, but Hulu's Deli Boys managed to hit the sweet spot when it premiered on March 6, 2025. Blending sharp humor, unexpected action, and heartfelt family drama, the series quickly became one of the year's most talked-about new shows. Now, with Season 2 just around the corner, there's no better time to catch up on this under-the-radar gem.
Season 2 of Deli Boys drops on May 28, 2026, and the buzz is already building. The first season earned a stellar 96% on Rotten Tomatoes, setting a high bar. But the show's creators have ambitious plans for the next chapter, promising even more chaos, laughs, and surprises.
What Is 'Deli Boys' About?
The series follows brothers Mir (Asif Ali) and Raj (Saagar Shaikh), two classic "nepo babies" who've coasted through life thanks to their wildly successful father, Baba (Iqbal Theba). But everything changes when Baba dies unexpectedly in a golfing accident. The brothers soon discover that their dad wasn't just a deli magnate—he was a full-fledged drug lord operating out of Philadelphia. With zero business savvy, no street smarts, and survival instincts that are practically nonexistent, Mir and Raj are thrust into a criminal empire they never asked for.
As Raj retreats into denial and Mir leans into his anxious nature, the only person who can help them is Lucky Auntie (Poorna Jagannathan)—a sharp-tongued, no-nonsense woman with a soft spot for the boys and a ruthless streak they desperately need. Season 1 is a wild ride of fumbled drug deals, half-dead naked men found on the street, and run-ins with the FBI, Peruvian gangs, and a group called the "Paki Blinders." Through it all, the Dar brothers try to honor their father's legacy, even if they're clearly not cut out for the life.
Season 2 Promises Even More Mayhem
With Season 2 just over a month away, the show is gearing up for an even bigger and bolder installment. The returning cast is joined by some exciting new faces, including Fred Armisen as Max Sugar, a powerful Philadelphia casino magnate; Kumail Nanjiani as Raj's lawyer; and Andrew Rannells as Andrew Chadwater, a politician running for mayor. Guest stars include Lilly Singh, Robin Thede, and Tan France, who reprises his role as Zubair, the British Pakistani gangster from Season 1.
According to the official synopsis, inheriting a criminal empire was the easy part. Now, the Dars are drowning in dirty cash, and Philly's most dangerous crooks are circling. Max Sugar becomes Lucky's new crush and turns money laundering into a chaotic situationship. Raj plots revenge on Ahmad, Mir tries to expand DarCo without blowing it up, and D.A. Andrew Chadwater hopes one big bust will make him mayor. It's a recipe for comedy gold.
If you're looking for a show that delivers nonstop laughs, Deli Boys is exactly what you need. As Tania Hussain wrote in her Collider review, the series is an "unrelenting stream of laughs." And with Season 2 right around the corner, now is the perfect time to binge Season 1. For more great comedy recommendations, check out why Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt is still the ultimate Netflix weekend binge or see how Kate Hudson scores again in Running Point Season 2.
