Autistica: The Orville Is Autistic

Seth MacFarlane’s autistic-coded traits – Intense special interests, justice sensitivity, and monotropic focus that shine through his creative work.

Why The Orville may be the most autistic-coded show on TV – From characters like Isaac, Bortus, and Klyden to entire alien cultures reflecting neurodivergent experiences.

Star Trek connections – How MacFarlane’s lifelong passion for Star Trek: The Next Generation informs The Orville’s tone, storytelling, and layered Easter eggs.

Tackling big topics – How the show addresses gender identity, toxic masculinity, and social justice in ways that resonate deeply with autistic audiences.

Season 3 expansions – From Isaac’s refusal to support genocide to deeper explorations of anti-fascism, cult behaviour, and autistic-coded narratives.

Behind the scenes – MacFarlane’s early public condemnations of Hollywood abusers, his use of recurring cast members, and what Season 4 might hold.