"United States of Al" explores the powerful friendship between Riley, a Marine combat veteran, and Al, the Afghan interpreter who served alongside him. When Al moves from Kabul to Columbus, Ohio, to live with Riley's family, he begins a new chapter filled with comedic cultural misunderstandings and heartfelt adjustments. The show navigates Al's attempts to understand American customs while Riley struggles to adapt to civilian life after his service.
Beneath the humor, the series thoughtfully examines the challenges faced by veterans and the complex reality for Afghan allies resettling in the United States. It is a story about loyalty, family, and finding a home in an unfamiliar place. The show has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns.
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United States of Al is a comedy TV show that aired on CBS. The series centers around the friendship between Riley, a Marine combat veteran struggling to adjust to civilian life in Ohio, and his friend Awalmir (Al), an interpreter from Afghanistan who moves to America for a fresh start. As Al adapts to American culture, he helps Riley cope with challenges at home, including family relationships and post-war trauma. The show explores themes of friendship, cultural differences, and resilience with humor and heartwarming moments. United States of Al has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns. Its unique perspective highlights the experiences of Afghan interpreters while promoting understanding across cultures through laughter and meaningful storytelling.
Generated on July 19, 2025
by ChatGPT model gpt-4.1.
A comedy centered around the friendship between Riley, a Marine combat veteran struggling to readjust to civilian life in Ohio, and Awalmir (Al), the interpreter who served with his unit in Afghanistan and has just arrived to start a new life in America.
Current description from The TVDB.