About “Overcompensating” in a few words:

“Overcompensating” is the 2025 comedy‑drama from Amazon Prime, created by and starring Benito Skinner. The story follows Benny, a former football star hiding his sexuality beneath layers of machismo during his freshman year. With his sister Grace, new friend Carmen, jock boyfriend Peter, frat brother Miles, and loyal Gabe by his side, the crew navigates secret societies, first loves, and self-discovery. It’s messy, heartfelt, and hilarious in all the right ways.

Meet the characters from Overcompensating

Benny

Oh man, Benny is the ultimate overcompensator! He’s that guy who’s always trying to prove himself, like, every single second! His enthusiasm is off the charts, and it’s kind of amazing and cringe at the same time, you know? He’ll turn the simplest situation into a massive production, like “Look at me, I can juggle!” when really no one’s asking for a circus act. And he’s super loyal too, but his need for attention sometimes overshadows that sweet friend vibe he’s got going on.

Carmen

Carmen is such a firecracker! This girl is bold and never backs down from a challenge, which is both inspiring and a bit reckless, LOL. She overcompensates by being the loudest in the room, always trying to be the life of the party, but deep down she has this soft side that just wants to be accepted for who she is. It’s like, one minute she’s leading the charge into a karaoke battle, and the next she’s tearing up over a puppy video. Honestly, love her energy but oh boy, she’s a whirlwind!

Grace

Okay, can we talk about Grace? She’s the queen of overthinking and overcompensating! She tries SO hard to be perfect—like, girl, chill! She’s got this insane ability to turn any small mistake into a full-on crisis, but it’s also super relatable, right? And her need for validation is, like, the driving force behind her personality. But at the same time, she has these moments of pure brilliance and creativity that just shine through, reminding us that there’s more to her than just the stress.

Peter

Peter is kind of the brooding type, but oh boy, does he overcompensate in the most dramatic way. He can’t just have a normal conversation; it has to be deep and intense, as if he’s delivering some epic monologue from a Shakespeare play or something. He’s always trying to act cool and aloof, but beneath that tough exterior, you can tell he’s just a big softie. And his obsession with vintage vinyl records? So random but also super endearing! Seriously, you never know what to expect from him, and that keeps things interesting!

Miles

Miles is, like, the ultimate goofball but in a really charming way! He’s always trying to make people laugh, even when the joke lands flat (poor dude). His overcompensation comes from this desire to be the center of attention, but it’s mostly from a place of wanting to help others feel good. The way he mixes crude humor with heartfelt sentiment is honestly a rollercoaster ride! Plus, he has this weird obsession with collecting spoons—like, who even does that? But it just makes him more lovable, right?

Gabe

Gabe is a total mystery wrapped in an enigma, and his overcompensation is all about the cool factor! He acts like he’s too chill to care, but you can tell he’s desperately trying to impress everyone with his laid-back vibe. He’s got this knack for showing off random trivia that’s actually kind of impressive, but then he’ll also just drop a dad joke out of nowhere. It’s like, dude, just pick a lane, haha! But you can’t help but love him for his quirks—even if he’s trying a bit too hard to seem nonchalant about everything.