"Search Party" on TBS is a Show to Follow

"Search Party" is a comedy with a mystery centered on a quartet of self-involved 20 somethings living in NYC who act as though the world revolves around them.  The lead, Dory (Alia Shawkat) is the most unassuming of the four.  She works as an assistant for a neurotic, narcissistic wealthy housewife.  Dory is most in need of a life - and becomes obsessed with finding a missing former college roommate, Chantal.  Dory barely knew Chantal, hasn't seen her in 6 years but is convinced she recently spotted her. Dory's passiveness is pushed aside as are all boundaries of appropriate behaviors as she makes it her adventurous quest to find her.  Dory's live-in boyfriend of 3 years, Drew (John Reynolds) is a mousey grad student.  He's tall but lacks backbone.  The couple are still close with 2 former classmates, Portia (Merdith Hagner) and Elliot (John Early.)  Portia is a struggling actress whose conceit knows no bounds.  Their gay friend, Elliot is a hoot.  He's completely self-absorbed & we can't help but be infatuated with the group.  This offbeat comedy has a shady edge and the barrier between the eccentric and the mundane is constantly shifting.  "Search Party" pushes boundaries & blends the genres of quirky comedy with menacing mystery.  Celebrities pop in & out in roles that add sizzle with Dory's story as a burgeoning sleuth.   And, all side characters are compelling in their bizarre bits.  TBS' hit "Search Party" is a resounding find. If you don't look for it, you'll never know what you're missing.