Baskets

FX | Release Date: January 21, 2016

7.3	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 9 Ratings

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JimmiqusBoniqusMay 29, 2019

Baskets starts strong with its first season. The tragic clown angle is renewed with zest as Zach G's impeccable comedic timing never let's any dark moment remain such for long. However, somewhere in the middle of season two the show appearsBaskets starts strong with its first season. The tragic clown angle is renewed with zest as Zach G's impeccable comedic timing never let's any dark moment remain such for long. However, somewhere in the middle of season two the show appears to lose its original footing and begins meandering into the realm of cliche TV drama foibles. Why the writers chose to ditch Chip's story and bring his family to forefront does little more than make his family unlikeable with their contrive backstories.. I feel it actually short-changes Louie Anderson's incredible performance as Mom Baskets. Once it veers into season 3, the series loses its gritty hilariousness and becomes a pandering melodrama with a few Galifianakis one shots here and there to keep it "funny".… Expand

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sqwoshAug 18, 2020

This is a wonderful piece, it is as funny as it is sad. For me personally, Chip's character is very close, he is absurd, not lucky, but charming in his dedication. I strongly advise you to familiarize yourself with this series, it is cool andThis is a wonderful piece, it is as funny as it is sad. For me personally, Chip's character is very close, he is absurd, not lucky, but charming in his dedication. I strongly advise you to familiarize yourself with this series, it is cool and good-natured tube.… Expand

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