‘Six Feet Under’ is not your typical show. It takes place in Los Angeles, where Fishers run a funeral home. Each episode kicks off with a death. Sounds grim, right? But it sets up a funny yet real look at life. Family drama, personal crises, all wrapped in surreal storytelling. Characters feel real and their struggles hit home. This series stands out for its honest take on human experience. You’ll laugh, cry and maybe think, ‘wow, that’s just like me.’

Meet the characters from Six Feet Under

Nate Fisher

Oh man, Nate is like the quintessential everyman with a twist, you know? He’s just trying to navigate life while dealing with death — I mean, he literally runs a funeral home! He’s introspective and a bit of a mess, but that makes him super relatable. Plus, he’s got this whole complicated relationship with his family and his own feelings that keeps you on your toes. And don’t get me started on that one scene where he just loses it — talk about emotional depth!

David Fisher

Okay, David is such a complex dude! He’s the heart of the Fisher family with a mix of vulnerability and strength that just pulls you in. His struggles with identity and faith are like, SO real, and that scene with him in the church? Epic! He’s got this artistic side that’s often overshadowed by family drama, but you can’t help but root for him, especially when he’s standing up for what he believes in. Plus, his relationship with Keith is just SO adorable, but also messy and real. I love it!

Ruth Fisher

Ruth is like the ultimate matriarch, right? She’s just trying to hold her family together while dealing with her own quirks — like, she’s got this obsession with being the perfect mom, but also totally messes it up sometimes, which just makes her more lovable. And don’t even get me started on her weird eating habits and mystic tendencies — they’re both hilarious and super endearing! Ruth has this way of being both comforting and chaotic at the same time, and her evolution throughout the show is just beautiful to watch. You feel for her so much, especially in those moments of vulnerability.

Claire Fisher

Oh Claire! She’s like the rebellious spirit of the family, always pushing boundaries and searching for herself. I mean, she’s a teenager dealing with all this heavy family baggage, and she does it with such a bold attitude! Sometimes she’s super sarcastic and other times she’s just so vulnerable, which makes her feel real and relatable. And can we talk about her artistic side? That adds this whole other layer to her character! It’s like she’s trying to find her way out of the chaos with creativity — I just love her journey!

Federico ‘Rico’ Diaz

Rico is the unsung hero of the show, honestly! He’s this hard-working, loyal guy who’s always trying to keep everything running smoothly at the funeral home. He’s got this sense of humor that totally balances out the heavy themes, and you just can’t help but smile when he’s on screen. But also, there’s this depth to him — he’s got his own dreams and struggles that sometimes get overshadowed by the Fisher family drama. And that whole thing with his family and wanting to provide for them? Like, you feel that in your bones!

Keith Charles

Keith is such a dynamic character, right? He’s this strong, loving presence in David’s life, but he’s also got his own career as a cop, which brings in this whole other level of tension. His relationship with David is super relatable, with all its ups and downs, and you just want them to make it work! Also, he’s got this incredibly charming personality that just draws you in, and he’s not afraid to stand up for what he believes in — which I totally respect. And like, isn’t he just the perfect blend of tough and tender? He really rounds out the cast with his energy!