A couple of British TV producers move to Hollywood to export their most popular series, and find it is not what they expected.A couple of British TV producers move to Hollywood to export their most popular series, and find it is not what they expected.A couple of British TV producers move to Hollywood to export their most popular series, and find it is not what they expected.
- Nominated for 10 Primetime Emmys
- 2 wins & 21 nominations total
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A Perfect blend of British and American humour
The first two episodes are quite funny as it introduces the characters and get the story going but from then on it had me laughing out loud at the mix ox of clever and witty humour. The three main characters "Matt LeBlanc", "Stephen Mangan" and "Tamsin Greig" bounce off each other really well and bring the characters/plot alive and vibrant. Unfortuently there are only seven episodes so far but there will be a new second season nine episodes in length which I'm sure will be full of the same quick witted jokes that has become frequent in the new comedy. I hope if you read this you will watch and enjoy it. This is a must see 10/10
My Kind of Humor
To sum this show up, it's my kind of humor. I like Friends, Two and a Half Men, The Office, etc, but this show has a different kind of humor to it.
I agree that the first episode was doubtful. but the next 6 episodes really hooked me. Its got what the two British writers are hoping for Pucks, a smart humor. It's a change from the mainstream sitcom or slapstick even, that most people want, and I find it really refreshing. It tickles your wit, but not so much that you loose the humor. It's sad that not most people get it, but when you do, it's a real treat!
Can't wait for the next series!
I agree that the first episode was doubtful. but the next 6 episodes really hooked me. Its got what the two British writers are hoping for Pucks, a smart humor. It's a change from the mainstream sitcom or slapstick even, that most people want, and I find it really refreshing. It tickles your wit, but not so much that you loose the humor. It's sad that not most people get it, but when you do, it's a real treat!
Can't wait for the next series!
Good start and I look forward to the next episode.
I was not sure what sort of comedy this was going to be. I have only just seen the first episode and as it turns out it is a little dark, uncomfortable, subtle, at times quirky and pokes fun. I found it amusing, with moments that made me laugh out loud. Some of the characters (particularly the 'Head of Comedy') are well cast and very funny.
There is no canned laughter, the pace is not breakneck, it doesn't feel like the script has been re-written and re-written until people laugh and jokes and gags are not shouted loudly so you cant miss them. This is not spoon-fed comedy TV.
It is very British in style and therefore I suspect it will not be a hit with an American audience. I am, however, looking forward to the next episode.
There is no canned laughter, the pace is not breakneck, it doesn't feel like the script has been re-written and re-written until people laugh and jokes and gags are not shouted loudly so you cant miss them. This is not spoon-fed comedy TV.
It is very British in style and therefore I suspect it will not be a hit with an American audience. I am, however, looking forward to the next episode.
Great
While the first episode wasn't the greatest, it set up the story of the show and the second episode was great from start to finish. The humour is dry and is a mix of British and US humour, but it's definitely heavier with the British humour. The head of comedy was brilliant. The head of comedy is one of those blonde bimbo's you see on TV that just say "that's so funny" instead of actually laughing.
To the people that say that the main characters have no chemistry, have you ever seen any married couple on UK TV. That's how they act. Married couples have their ups and downs, they act realistically. Do you want them to act like they have just met and they are so in love. Married life contains struggles and compromise. I think they conveyed this perfectly.
After watching the show, I do worry that most Americans will struggle to get the humour, which in reality is what this show is all about. Showcasing the difference in humour and the difficulty in creating a show that is brilliant in one country, but completely lost in another.
To the people that say that the main characters have no chemistry, have you ever seen any married couple on UK TV. That's how they act. Married couples have their ups and downs, they act realistically. Do you want them to act like they have just met and they are so in love. Married life contains struggles and compromise. I think they conveyed this perfectly.
After watching the show, I do worry that most Americans will struggle to get the humour, which in reality is what this show is all about. Showcasing the difference in humour and the difficulty in creating a show that is brilliant in one country, but completely lost in another.
Best new show this season!
I don't understand why this show hasn't generated more buzz! It's extremely well-written, the cast is terrific, and, perhaps most importantly, the show is FUNNY! I didn't have much respect for Matt LeBlanc's acting abilities prior to this show, but he is surprisingly excellent here! Granted, he is supposed to be playing "himself", but don't let that fool you. He's playing a character, and he does it well. It's just like any other acting job, except you happen to have a character with your same name. The supporting cast is equally terrific; great collection of characters (and, if you live in Los Angeles, as I do, you've likely met many of these same types of people!) I'm glad the show will be filming a second season, and I can only hope the audience grows. Seriously, one of the best-written comedies on TV right now!
Did you know
- TriviaThe first season was filmed entirely on location in London (UK) for Los Angeles. In fact, Matt LeBlanc's beachfront 'Malibu' house is located in North London's Mill Hill district. Camden Town (London) doubles for Las Vegas. A Pinewood Studio car park was used to replicate a Burbank Airport scene.
- Quotes
Sanford Shamiro: You called up your stalker?
Matt LeBlanc: Right.
Sanford Shamiro: The one we got the restraining order for.
Matt LeBlanc: Yeah...
Sanford Shamiro: Did you have sexual relations with her?
Matt LeBlanc: Mm, does anal...?
Sanford Shamiro: Yeah, it counts.
- Crazy creditsTamsin Greig (Bev) and Stephen Mangan (Sean) swap between second- and third-billing in the opening titles sequence between seasons.
- ConnectionsFeatured in Breakfast: Episode dated 4 January 2011 (2011)
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