Just watched the first episode of this, but before that, I want to let you know my thoughts on the previous seasons. In the first season, I only liked the last episode; the rest were average or below average. In the second season, I enjoyed all the episodes except the last one, and I fully loved the third season. So, I had high expectations for this, and here's my review of the first episode:
Positives: In the earlier seasons, the trio just comes across a dead body and starts investigating it, but this time they showed it differently, which I liked.
The writing is still sharp. I don't know how they are able to show us a new season so quickly while keeping the writing great and the show funny.
The ending was good, making you wish they had released all the episodes on the same day or at least two episodes together. But, the first episode is about 40 minutes long, so that's a positive.
I loved Eva in Land of Women and liked Eugene's character in Schitt's Creek, so I'm glad to see them in this as well. Plus, there are so many other awesome actors.
Negatives: The scenes of going to Hollywood and their first meeting with the producers and staff felt a bit nonsensical. Not just that, but many of the scenes felt unrealistic. The good part is that they show it in a funny way, so most viewers won't mind.
It's also silly that in every season, the dead person's family, friends, police, and investigation agencies don't participate much in the investigation. Only the three podcasters are shown as the best crime solvers, while the police are only good for putting people in jail after the crime is already solved. I think it will be the same in this season.
Overall: They did it again for me! My ranking till now is Season 3 > Season 2 > Season 1. I believe this time they went for more comedy than logical elements, which I personally don't mind as long as they keep it entertaining. The star-studded cast will definitely improve the experience. So far, Season 3 is better than this season quality-wise, but this season might turn out to be more entertaining. 3.5/5.
