
Introduced in 2022, Hulu’s The Kardashians might have appeared as just a rebranded version of its predecessor, Keeping Up, aiming to secure a better deal with a new network. However, over the past five seasons, it has demonstrated itself to be a distinct show, catering to the level of fame the family has attained since their rise to stardom. As they’ve evolved in their relationship with the medium that propelled them into fame, The Kardashians has been designed to reflect this change. Unlike its predecessor, which was primarily about the family’s personal dramas and relentless pursuit of fame, The Kardashians presents a more polished and refined image. Instead of being narratively driven like most reality shows, it feels more like an Instagram post, sharing career moves and life updates in broad strokes, similar to a monthly photo dump where we swiftly move from one glamorous highlight to the next: a luxurious vacation, a magazine cover shoot, a birthday party, a White House visit with Kamala Harris, the Met Gala, or most recently, a high-profile reunion with an ex.