The story of Vivek, a queer brown boy from Edmonton as he tries (and fails) to achieve pop stardom, told from the perspective of the now 40-something trans femme artist that boy became.
- Created by
- Vivek Shraya
Seasons and episodes
1 season · 8 episodes
1
- 1S1 E1
The Popstar
Oct 13, 20239 min
In 1997 Edmonton, 15-year-old Vivek has never quite felt like he fit in but hearing a pop song leads to discovering his dream…and his voice.
- 2S1 E2
The Judge
Oct 13, 202310 min
Like all pop icons, Vivek’s journey to superstardom starts at the mall!
- 3S1 E3
The Producer
Oct 13, 202312 min
Vivek’s dream of pop stardom comes with a hefty price and a struggle to articulate his vision while working with a hotshot producer.
- 4S1 E4
The Call
Oct 13, 20238 min
Vivek’s debut album gets him his ticket out of Edmonton! But first he needs to find a way to tell his mom he’s moving to Toronto.
- 5S1 E5
The Manager
Oct 13, 20237 min
Are Vivek’s new manager’s industry know-how, connections, and guidance worth living with her mercurial mood swings and abusive behaviour?
- 6S1 E6
The Sisters
Oct 13, 20237 min
Vivek takes control!
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch How to Fail as a Popstar?
- How to Fail as a Popstar is not currently listed on a streaming service in the US. Use the country picker on the page to check other markets.
- How many seasons of How to Fail as a Popstar are there?
- How to Fail as a Popstar has 1 season and 8 episodes. Status: Cancelled.
- Will there be a new season of How to Fail as a Popstar?
- How to Fail as a Popstar has been canceled; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on October 13, 2023.
- Who stars in How to Fail as a Popstar?
- How to Fail as a Popstar stars Chris D'Silva, Tyson Kirk, Maya McNair.
