Following Biden's endorsement of Harris for presidency, viewers flocked to HBO's 'Veep' in droves, with viewership surging over 350% on July 22nd. Who knew politics could be so binge-worthy?

Whether it's life imitating art or just viewers seeking some comedic relief, the timing of Biden's endorsement for Kamala Harris has coincided with an unprecedented spike in 'Veep' streaming numbers. The series, which hilariously chronicles Selina Meyer's tumultuous rise from vice president to president, saw viewership soar to 2.2 million minutes on July 22 compared to just 486,000 the previous day. Even 'Veep' producer David Mandel and creator Armando Iannucci couldn't help but point out the uncanny parallels on social media, underscoring just how entertaining—and confusing—real-world politics can be.

The sudden resurgence of interest in 'Veep' has delighted many, including producer David Mandel, who took to social media to share his amusement. 'Looks like our little show is having a moment again,' Mandel posted on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. 'Guess people are in the mood for some political satire!'

During its original run, 'Veep' was celebrated not just for its sharp wit and humor. The show's protagonist, Selina Meyer, portrayed by Julia Louis-Dreyfus, often found herself navigating a chaotic political landscape. It's no surprise that viewers are now tuning into the fictional world of Meyer.

'Veep' creator Armando Iannucci also weighed in, noting the similarities between the show's storyline and today's political climate. 'When we wrote the series, we aimed to exaggerate politics to the point of absurdity. Seems like reality is catching up to fiction,' Iannucci quipped. This has led fans to draw even more parallels between the antics of Selina Meyer and the unfolding events in American politics.

Interestingly, it's not just new viewers flocking to the series. Many long-time fans of 'Veep' are revisiting the show, finding new layers of relevance and humor in its episodes. Elizabeth Hart, a political science professor and avid fan, remarked, 'Rewatching 'Veep' now is almost like watching a documentary with punchlines. The show's satire seems less far-fetched in light of current events.'

According to HBO, the spike in 'Veep's' viewership is one of the most significant they've seen for a completed series. 'We expected a bump given the current political climate and the news surrounding Kamala Harris,' said an HBO spokesperson. 'But a 353% increase in a single day? That's unprecedented.' The spokesperson hinted that they might capitalize on this unexpected revival with special features or behind-the-scenes content for fans. 'At this rate, maybe we'll have Selina Meyer run for office again,' they joked.

The boost in 'Veep' viewership can also be seen as a testament to the public's need for some levity amidst the often grim realities of politics. As one anonymous online commenter put it, 'With politics being so crazy, it's nice to laugh at something—even if it's a show that hits too close to home.'

While the sudden uptick in viewership for 'Veep' might be temporary, it speaks volumes about the power of art to reflect and provide commentary on society. Who knows? Maybe in another twist of fate, we'll see art imitating life once again with a new season of 'Veep'—this time featuring a storyline about its own resurgence.