‘The Studio’ and ‘Hacks’ Are Two of the Best Shows Ever About Hollywood — But Are They Too Inside or PTSD-Inducing?

Two buzzy shows, The Studio and Hacks, are being hailed as some of the sharpest, most authentic takes on Hollywood ever made—but the article wonders if their insider perspective might feel alienating or even triggering for viewers outside the industry. The writer, a Hollywood reporter, admits they’re drawn to these stories because they’re steeped in the chaos, absurdity, and drama of the business they cover daily.