Honestly a lot better than I expected from the promos!
Having seen the almost painful NBC promos that inundated my TV for this show, I only tuned in to NBC's early sneak peek during the Olympics because Matthew Perry - one of my favorite "Friends" - was a part of it. I expected to do my part and write it off.
But I was surprised to see that, while not laugh-out-loud funny, that this pilot had "heart" to it amidst the jokes, and it handled the line of comedy/tragedy effectively. Matthew Perry can do comedy as was proven on "Friends", but he is equally as adept at drama, also known from "West Wing", "Studio 60", and his recurring role on "The Good Wife" (which he is reported to also be returning to).
The chemistry with the quirky supporting cast is off to a fine start, especially with Owen, played by the actor who once played Chris Rock as a kid on "Everybody Hates Chris" (sorry, blanking on his full name. I know it is Tyler Something).
So if these folks can be fleshed out, and the humor sharpened, NBC and...
This is just fun
I wasn't expecting too much from this show based on the premise and the choices Matthew Perry has made in the past. But, I am finding that each week, the crazy antics and over-the-top sincerity and weirdness of the featured "Grief Group" is really funny. In its own small way and in spite of Ryan's objections and resistance, he is changed for the better.
I'm hooked.
Never was a huge fan of Matthew Perry's shows but this is just funny. He's very entertaining and the cast is hilarious. Love the creepy guy doing blacktop angels at the end. LOL ... that was cool.
I'll absolutely watch it again. I hope that this show sticks for Perry and the rest of the cast. Recommended
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