Angel From Hell

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Season 1
  • Network: CBS
  • Series Premiere Date: Jan 7, 2016
User Score
3.9

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 37 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 37
  3. Negative: 20 out of 37
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  1. Bgrod
    Jan 7, 2016
    0
    Before Angel From Hell, I was neither fan nor detractor of Jane Lynch even though she seems to be constantly playing the same character in every sitcom she has appeared.. After watching the pilot episode, I am most decidedly a detractor of Jane Lynch. Grating, unlikable, annoying and un-watchable are the kindest words I can muster for this holy abomination of a sitcom. Father, bless CBSBefore Angel From Hell, I was neither fan nor detractor of Jane Lynch even though she seems to be constantly playing the same character in every sitcom she has appeared.. After watching the pilot episode, I am most decidedly a detractor of Jane Lynch. Grating, unlikable, annoying and un-watchable are the kindest words I can muster for this holy abomination of a sitcom. Father, bless CBS for they have sinned with this atrocity.… Expand
  2. chrismovieguy
    Jan 28, 2016
    8
    i find miss lynch and this show irrestable its funny sweet and charming is amy anoying obnocious and rude yes yes and yes but i find it hilparious myself shes also funny sweet and charming wish i had an amy of my own get a sence of humor peopole this is A COMEDY its suposed to be stupid i love it myself and hope cbs keeps it around
  3. CAM1
    Jan 15, 2016
    0
    What crap! I can't believe it made it on the air...worst show lately; even worse than Life in Pieces. Watched the Pilot, but will now change to a different channel if this continues.
  4. msmary4460
    Jan 7, 2016
    9
    How can you not love Jane Lynch. I enjoyed this new show very much. I want me an angel in my life! hahaha! No seriously...I really want one of those! I'd prefer a Jane Lynch type...creme de menthe and all!
  5. Chaz51
    Jan 16, 2016
    10
    Very amusing. Is Jane Lynch's character annoying? You bet. That's the premise. Give Kevin Pollack some more air time, cut down on the girlfriends and boyfriends, who are poorly played, and make it a three-ring circus of the angel, the dad and the clueless gal. Then you have a hit.
  6. cathy92064
    Jan 8, 2016
    0
    This is a must see- We can relate to that friend who can see things more objectively then we can- I hope CBS gives this show the time it needs to get the following it deserves
  7. sallyrankin123
    Jan 21, 2016
    0
    The show was disgusting. We changed channels after we noted the first 4 sponsors. I will encourage them not to sponsor such a show. Nasty! Nasty! Good ridden to the show.
  8. dfbarrett
    Jan 30, 2016
    10
    Sometimes you just want to have fun. A tight cast with great chemistry. This show is not a documentary about angels. Its a comedy about funny coincidences.
  9. Ariadne
    Apr 25, 2018
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Chick-flick style of comedy. I liked it, but I wouldn't expect my husband or kids to sit down with me to watch it. I'm not sure she believes her 'angel', but that's probably going to be part of the premise. Is she and angel or a stalker? Can she be trusted or is she conning me? I'll keep watching for awhile.… Expand
  10. gmonster320
    Jan 13, 2016
    3
    "Angel From Hell" aired on CBS on January 7. The story follows Allison Fuller who has a dermatology practice with her father Marv. Allison's brother Brad lives above her garage. Allison appears to have a very organized (some might say uptight) life-- except that's she's secretly still reeling from the effects of her mother's death.

    Allison encounters Amy on the street. She's a street    "Angel From Hell" aired on CBS on January 7. The story follows Allison Fuller who has a dermatology practice with her father Marv. Allison's brother Brad lives above her garage. Allison appears to have a very organized (some might say uptight) life-- except that's she's secretly still reeling from the effects of her mother's death.

    Allison encounters Amy on the street. She's a street performer/possibly psychotic homeless person. Amy tells Allison she is her guardian angel and is sent her to watch over her. That's crazy talk... right? Well, not really. We've seen this plot a number of times with slight variations. See "Touched By An Angel" or "Highway To Heaven" as two examples.

    Maybe Allison should get a restraining order. But Amy seems to know things (like her boyfriend is cheating with her best friend). That sucks. In the final scene, Allison is looking through some old photos. She finds a picture of herself as a little girl. There is the corner is Amy looking protectively over her. And thus concludes the pilot.

    While I love Jane Lynch, this show just doesnt work for me. None of the characters are compelling. It's not the actor's fault. There's not much to work with. The story is boring. Why has Amy shown up now? There's no major drama in her life. She's not about to die or commit suicide. She's not an alcoholic or drug addict that's hit rock bottom. If so, that would make the show more interesting.

    Sorry Jane. There's not enough going on here to keep me coming back. I'll continue to watch ya on "Hollywood Game Night" though. PS. I miss Sue Sylvester.    … Expand
  11. Ripandread
    Feb 9, 2016
    0
    As I predicted...CBS announced today (2/9/16) that Angel from Hell has been cancelled. I wonder whose head at CBS will roll for coming up with the idea for this show?
  12. driggsd
    Feb 3, 2016
    0
    After watching 3 episodes I can not take it any more. The writing is trite and predictable. Lynch's character is not endearing in anyway to me. Just annoying. I really wanted to like Maggie's character as I am a fan of hers from Psych. But I find the Allison character vapid and unlikable. I love Kevin Pollock and am sorry he has ended up in this dud of a show. Judging from the nearAfter watching 3 episodes I can not take it any more. The writing is trite and predictable. Lynch's character is not endearing in anyway to me. Just annoying. I really wanted to like Maggie's character as I am a fan of hers from Psych. But I find the Allison character vapid and unlikable. I love Kevin Pollock and am sorry he has ended up in this dud of a show. Judging from the near constant plugs the shows is getting on CBS I think it is overly hyped and the network is trying to save this because they probably have some serious money invested in it.… Expand
  13. Bluesmanuk
    Feb 27, 2016
    4
    A much anticipated show that had great premise and the fact that it's début was delayed only heightened expectations. The first episode shows great promise but from there is started to go downhill quite quickly and after just a few episodes, seems to have been pulled. For me, there wasn't enough acidity and sharpness in the writing that could have pulled it along nicely. Instead it feltA much anticipated show that had great premise and the fact that it's début was delayed only heightened expectations. The first episode shows great promise but from there is started to go downhill quite quickly and after just a few episodes, seems to have been pulled. For me, there wasn't enough acidity and sharpness in the writing that could have pulled it along nicely. Instead it felt very bland and forced.… Expand

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Metascore
56

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 19
  3. Negative: 2 out of 19
  1. Colorado Springs Gazette
    Reviewed by: Terry Terrones
    Apr 6, 2016
    91
    The humor ranges from bombastic to subtle, with dialogue delivered at an atypically rapid pace. The pilot had a Sorkin-esque feel to it, with witty banter and "blink and you'll miss it" jokes and one-liners.
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  2. The Wrap
    Reviewed by: Amber Dowling
    Jan 8, 2016
    50
    The series once again attempts to pair the straight-shooter with the oddball muck-up in an attempt to allow both characters to find middle ground. In the process, hilarity ensues. Except when it doesn’t.
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  3. Uncle Barky
    Reviewed by: Ed Bark
    Jan 8, 2016
    42
    Angel From Hell is without a laugh track or any real sense of purpose beyond letting Lynch fire away. Some of her darts can be amusing. And her delivery system remains intact. But even by Episode 2, the premise is wearing thin.
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