CBS's "DMV" Is The New Workplace Comedy You Should Not Be Sleeping On!

CBS is revamping its primetime lineup with "DMV", a fresh workplace comedy that has been bringing both laughs and heart to the network’s audience. Leading the show is Harriet Dyer, whose sharp comedic timing and expressive presence anchor the series, embodying a cheerful, accommodating DMV examiner who strives to see the good in everyone, even amid chaos. Set in the seemingly mundane but secretly chaotic world of a Department of Motor Vehicles office, "DMV" is a series that explores the absurdities and humanity found in one of America’s most famously frustrating bureaucratic settings -- a place many viewers recognize but rarely see portrayed with humor. 

The pilot episode, which premiered on October 13, opens at the East Hollywood DMV branch, where Colette (played by Dyer) begins another routine as a driving examiner. It is soon revealed that Colette has a crush on her coworker Noa (Alex Tarrant), which the rest of the team -- Gregg (Tim Meadows), Vic (Tony Cavalero), and Ceci (Gigi Zumbado) -- gleefully picks up and teases her about. Their playful banter is interrupted by Barbara (Molly Kearney), the newly appointed branch manager, who brings in a pair of consultants from Sacramento tasked with evaluating the branch’s efficiency. Their mission quickly becomes clear: cut costs wherever possible. News that a DMV branch may be shut down looms over the office, casting a shadow over the workplace. By the end of the episode, both the future of the branch and Colette’s unspoken feelings for Noa are left hanging, setting up a blend of professional uncertainty and personal tension for the episodes to come.

What sets DMV apart is its commitment to character-driven storytelling. While workplace comedies often lean heavily on situational humor, this show delves into the lives, quirks, and ambitions of its ensemble cast. Each character -- from the sunny, eager-to-please Colette to the fresh-faced, charming Noa -- is afforded room to grow and reveal layers beyond the workplace. 

With its blend of sharp comedy, quirky character portrayals, and contemporary storytelling sensibilities, "DMV" is more than just another addition to CBS’s lineup. By turning a mundane setting like the DMV into a canvas for storytelling, the series underscores that humor and insight can be found anywhere, even in the most overlooked corners of daily life. For audiences seeking both laughs and meaningful stories, "DMV" has been shaping up to be an appealing weekly watch -- one where workplace antics meet relatable and hilarious storytelling.

Catch new episodes every Monday night at 8:30pm ET / 7:30pm CT on CBS and streams next day on Paramount+!