Charles, a retired man, gets a new lease on life when he answers an ad from a private investigator and becomes a mole in a secret investigation in a nursing home.Charles, a retired man, gets a new lease on life when he answers an ad from a private investigator and becomes a mole in a secret investigation in a nursing home.Charles, a retired man, gets a new lease on life when he answers an ad from a private investigator and becomes a mole in a secret investigation in a nursing home.
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Reviewers say 'A Man on the Inside' is a heartfelt, humorous series about aging and loneliness. Ted Danson's performance is warmly received, balancing comedy with poignant themes like dementia and loss. The ensemble cast's chemistry and depth are praised, as is the realistic portrayal of retirement home life. Some find the mystery element less compelling but still enjoyable. The series resonates with audiences through its blend of humor, emotion, and relatable characters.
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A Man on the Inside was so much better than I expected. I thought it was going to be a show aimed for older adults because most of the cast is older, I mean it takes place in a retirement home. I was wrong, this can be enjoyable for people of all ages. Ted Danson continues to add to his already incredible legacy. It seems like everything he does these days is at least worth watching. It also stars the incredibly beautiful Lilah Richcreek Estrada, Stephanie Beatriz, among others. The show just came out last month and has already been renewed for another season, that's how good it's been doing on Netflix. I'm already looking forward to next season.
How can one not appreciate Ted Danson. Guys a legend, like Tom Sellecks mustache. Anyway, I found this show to be a boy of everything. Some pretty funny lines, two very attractive lead female characters which never hurts, and as well, a great message about bonds that are formed in life. Especially in the later stages, when things truly matter for the right reasons.
I also found this show resonating with me, being that it touches upon dementia. Losing my father recently, and who battled this terrible disease, simply made me feel more connected. Yet, as each episode progressed, I became more invested, and found each character to be charming and endearing in their own unique way.
I definitely recommend this series, and I also look forward to another season. It is feel good, not totally gut wrenching like some scenes in the classic film "on Golden Pond", and all an all, just a relaxing and well written show.
I also found this show resonating with me, being that it touches upon dementia. Losing my father recently, and who battled this terrible disease, simply made me feel more connected. Yet, as each episode progressed, I became more invested, and found each character to be charming and endearing in their own unique way.
I definitely recommend this series, and I also look forward to another season. It is feel good, not totally gut wrenching like some scenes in the classic film "on Golden Pond", and all an all, just a relaxing and well written show.
I'm not a binge watcher, but we smashed the whole season on the first night.
It's got that right mix of warm, funny, sad, deep with a story line that keeps you plugging away.
Ted Danson of course is great, but Stephanie Beatriz (Diaz in '99) is awesome and her character is somebody you'd want to spend all your time with.
It's set in San Francisco which of course helps with my rating but above all, whilst it is very sad at times, it is a comedy and it gives you hope for the future as we all get a little older.
A solid eight out of ten for me, one for all ages and who knows, hopefully another season.
It's got that right mix of warm, funny, sad, deep with a story line that keeps you plugging away.
Ted Danson of course is great, but Stephanie Beatriz (Diaz in '99) is awesome and her character is somebody you'd want to spend all your time with.
It's set in San Francisco which of course helps with my rating but above all, whilst it is very sad at times, it is a comedy and it gives you hope for the future as we all get a little older.
A solid eight out of ten for me, one for all ages and who knows, hopefully another season.
Loved this show. It's just a good watch. The plot might seem cliché but it unexpectedly surprised me with the depth they managed to put in this show. It explores the experience of old age via exploration of many issues related to it like loneliness, friendships, grief/loss, death, and dementia. I was incredibly impressed they managed to balance the humor of solving the case and the seriousness of these heavier topics.
Besides that, the characters are super likable and the episodes are on the shorter side so it's a pretty easy watch. The acting is pretty good, they capture cringe comedy well (in a good way). You could watch this as a family with older kids (tween and above).
I'm honestly pretty excited for the next season, one of a kind show for sure. You should give it a watch!
Besides that, the characters are super likable and the episodes are on the shorter side so it's a pretty easy watch. The acting is pretty good, they capture cringe comedy well (in a good way). You could watch this as a family with older kids (tween and above).
I'm honestly pretty excited for the next season, one of a kind show for sure. You should give it a watch!
Loved it! What I was expected was a comedy full of clichés about somebody going undercover,his crazy antics & so forth.
Instead we get a series about a man that not only helped others,but actually helped himself heal from losing his wife.
This great series wasn't full of cheesy laughs & corny lines,found myself actually emotional during some parts because of the way topics were handled-Like the resident with memory issues.
However it wasn't all serious that made you feel down or bored getting through episodes,it kept the series watch worthy because you wanted to see how it played out-Who did the stealing,etc.
The casting to acting was great,cinematography & locations nicely done.
I really hope they do another season & bring a great mixture of laughs,emotions,script,location plus cast like they did on Charles next detective styled adventures as they did on this one.
Instead we get a series about a man that not only helped others,but actually helped himself heal from losing his wife.
This great series wasn't full of cheesy laughs & corny lines,found myself actually emotional during some parts because of the way topics were handled-Like the resident with memory issues.
However it wasn't all serious that made you feel down or bored getting through episodes,it kept the series watch worthy because you wanted to see how it played out-Who did the stealing,etc.
The casting to acting was great,cinematography & locations nicely done.
I really hope they do another season & bring a great mixture of laughs,emotions,script,location plus cast like they did on Charles next detective styled adventures as they did on this one.
Did you know
- TriviaMany characters have silly or unusual names that appear to be Easter eggs (or just the writers having fun), including Louise Ammay-Ahlkott (Louisa May Alcott, author of little women) and Lee Viezfivowon (Levi's 501 (jeans)).
- ConnectionsReferenced in 82nd Golden Globe Awards (2025)
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- Điệp Viên Lão Làng
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- 1201 California Street, San Francisco, California, USA(Exteriors for Pacific View building)
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- 30m
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- 16:9 HD
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