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How to Die Alone

  • TV Series
  • 2024
  • TV-MA
  • 30m
IMDb RATING
6.9/10
2.9K
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Natasha Rothwell in How to Die Alone (2024)
Melissa is a neurotic fat black woman who has never been in love, but after a brush with death she refuses to settle for anything less than the life she wants, leading her to become "that bitch" no matter what.
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Mel is a broke JFK airport employee who has never experienced love until a near-death accident inspires her to dream and live life again.Mel is a broke JFK airport employee who has never experienced love until a near-death accident inspires her to dream and live life again.Mel is a broke JFK airport employee who has never experienced love until a near-death accident inspires her to dream and live life again.

  • Creator
    • Natasha Rothwell
  • Stars
    • Natasha Rothwell
    • Conrad Ricamora
    • Jocko Sims
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.9/10
    2.9K
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    • Creator
      • Natasha Rothwell
    • Stars
      • Natasha Rothwell
      • Conrad Ricamora
      • Jocko Sims
    • 33User reviews
    • 8Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 3 wins & 7 nominations total

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    Natasha Rothwell
    Natasha Rothwell
    • Melissa
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    Conrad Ricamora
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    • Rory
    • 2024
    Jocko Sims
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    • Alex
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    KeiLyn Durrel Jones
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    10vycktory

    On the Rise

    I loved, loved, loved Natasha in insecure. This was the show that introduced me to her talent and personality. I liked her right off the bat as the fun and funny side kick. I followed her right over to White Lotus season one. Her talent continued to show forth. I expected them to re-prize her in some form or fashion in season two, which left me disappointed. I was so glad to see her return to my TV screen on this show, and it did not disappoint. She bought the humor only as she could. I loved the entire cast of mostly unknowns. Each held their own, from the brother, mother, neighbors, and coworkers. I hope to see a seasons 2.
    10ncallred

    Smart and Funny!

    How to Die Alone is an absolute gem of a show-brilliantly smart, funny, and truly inspiring. From the very first episode, I was hooked. Natasha Rothwell delivers an incredible performance, bringing humor and heart to a story that feels fresh, relatable, and real. The writing is sharp, the characters unforgettable, and the blend of comedy and insightful storytelling is rare. It's one of those shows that makes you laugh, think, and feel all at once. If you're lost, dating, confused, whatever. It's worth a watch. I loved every minute and hope it gets many more seasons. It deserves a much bigger audience!
    9gkeller-80752

    LOVE This show

    This is one of the better sit coms of 2024! In my top 5. The cast is incredible! I enjoy the humor, acting, self- depricating writing/humor, the imaganative story telling and incredible characters. Highly reccomend!

    Great for binge watching! So nice to watch something so fun and that really looks at the challanges of just being alive in such a humerous and loving way. Love the diversity of all the diffrent characters.

    This show is compelling, funny and makes for happy veiwing.

    Great for cozy fall watching.

    Says my review is not long enough. So blah blah, blah, blah and blah and more blah. Okay, blah.
    8Wolfgang8285

    Very Interesting Storyline

    Natasha Rothwell's character shows a true depiction of many people who feel such lonely emotion. Surprisingly she looks like a woman I know who once worked as a flight attendant about 15 years ago and today is doing very well as a manager - and, unlike Rothwell's character, she has had a long-term steady boyfriend. Ironically, I can't help but imagine my friend when I see Ms. Rothwell. But the sadness and humor of this series' premier episode is very emotional and Ms. Rothwell really makes the viewer feel her sorrow and frustration. Unfortunately I have not experienced such dire feelings, but this show certainly makes me want to follow the character's development. Altogether it's a very interesting storyline.
    8moviesfilmsreviewsinc

    made me laugh so hard

    "How to Die Alone" is a witty and thoughtful dramedy by Natasha Rothwell, starring Mel, a transport assistant at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The show explores themes of loneliness, accountability, and courage in the face of life's unexpected challenges. The show begins with an unseen interviewer asking real-life New Yorkers why people die alone, which are themes throughout the series. Mel's life is tumultuous when her best friend Rory (Conrad Ricamora) bails on their plans, causing her to confront her disappointments. Her finances are in shambles, and she has strained relationships with her mother, Beverly (Ellen Cleghorne), and older brother, Brian (Bashir Salahuddin). Her friend circle is nonexistent. An accident on the eve of her birthday leaves her in the hospital. Rothwell, known for her roles on HBO's "Insecure" and "The White Lotus," is highlighted in the show. Her work on these series earned her production company, Big Hattie Productions, a development deal with ABC Signature. "How to Die Alone" is Rothwell's first solo effort as a creator, skillfully crafted, anchoring important themes and conversations in comedic musings. "How to Die Alone" is a relatable and introspective series that explores the human experience of a passenger, Mel, who is stranded at JFK. The show features funny moments, such as Mel's rivalry with her co-worker Patti and the antics of her baggage-handler friends DeShawn, Shaun, and Terrance. The series also explores the positions we hold in others' lives, as Mel does. The standout episode, "Trust No One," takes Mel to Brian's home for Thanksgiving, highlighting the tension between her siblings and the interjection of their critical mother. The show also provides a glimpse into the complex inner workings of an airport, showcasing the moving parts needed for air travel. The show highlights the difference between being alone and loneliness, and how Mel struggles to reimagine her life and her dreams. The show emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and the need to rely on oneself for support.

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      Natasha Rothwell, who plays the lead character of Mel, also has creator, writer (two episodes) and executive producer credits as of season one.

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    • Release date
      • September 13, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Disney+ Hotstar
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • 孤身也無憾
    • Filming locations
      • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    • Production companies
      • ABC Signature
      • Onyx Collective
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      • 30m
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      • Dolby Surround 7.1

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