Betty

:

Season 1
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: May 1, 2020
Season #: 2, 1
User Score
6.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 21
  3. Negative: 5 out of 21
Watch Now

Where To Watch

Buy on
Stream On

Review this tv show

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling

User Reviews

view
per page
  1. metabad
    May 31, 2020
    3
    Well, if you're a female skater in that age range, you might be into it.
    But skater or not, after watching 5 episodes, I'm wondering who would stick with this show.
    It may be based on a real group of female skaters, but, you know, real life can be boring. And watching those characters talking and having said nothing interesting for 5 episodes, is neither fun nor entertaining, no    Well, if you're a female skater in that age range, you might be into it.
    But skater or not, after watching 5 episodes, I'm wondering who would stick with this show.

    It may be based on a real group of female skaters, but, you know, real life can be boring.
    And watching those characters talking and having said nothing interesting for 5 episodes,
    is neither fun nor entertaining, no matter how much it's based on real events.
    When I was that age, we talked about things we experienced, saw, heard, pop culture, movies, shows music. Things, we cared about. But the characters in that show seem to be interested in very few things.

    And, while skateboarding is fun, watching some people doing nothing more than basic stuff
    on their skateboards gets boring quickly.

    The show is very episodic, there is no overarching story line and it's the same things happening
    over and over again. Skateboarding, getting high, meeting people, talking blah blah, getting
    in trouble...again. Wash, rinse, repeat.
    Btw, did you know that being stoned and talking nonsense can be fun when you do it, but
    is absolutely uninteresting when you watch other people do it?
    If not, you'll learn watching this show.

    A note to the writers:
    It's 2020, and saying to someone "She's gay!!!" doesn't raise any eyebrows these days.
    And trying to pretend people would be even a little shocked because someone is gay is simply embarrassing, especially when the show's story takes place in New York!

    The show is based on a movie I haven't seen.
    While the idea, the 'story' and the characters may be enough for a feature film, there is
    clearly not enough material presented to hold up your interest for an entire season.
    If the show had distinct and interesting protagonists each having their distinct take on life united
    by a common passion, the show could be forgiven the lack of a real story.
    But this is not that kind of show.
    If you want to check it out, watch 3 episodes. That's what you'll get at least the next 3 episodes.    … Expand
  2. angelsanzcorrea
    Jun 9, 2020
    9
    Beautiful show full of heart, attitude and gorgeous photography. While the themes and overarching story are quite light and addressed to teens, they still carry powerful messages. This 39yo man and his wife loved it. Oh how I wished this type of TV existed when me and my friends were kids... Particularly helpful for girls at that age. How helpful would it have been to see all theseBeautiful show full of heart, attitude and gorgeous photography. While the themes and overarching story are quite light and addressed to teens, they still carry powerful messages. This 39yo man and his wife loved it. Oh how I wished this type of TV existed when me and my friends were kids... Particularly helpful for girls at that age. How helpful would it have been to see all these positive messages about friendship, love, understanding, empathy and care for your loved ones and for minorities and fringe groups. Bravo.… Expand
  3. masterdirk
    May 25, 2020
    5
    I guess it has to be your thing. Skateboarding young people, smoking weed, doing random stuff, getting into trouble, being lesbian, being annoying. It's not my thing.
  4. ChrisWatches
    Dec 17, 2020
    8
    Really enjoyable escape. This took me back to my youth and reminded of what it was like growing up in a big city, going on sometimes reckless adventures, and coming up with schemes to get out of trouble whenever things went sideways.
  5. Pianxdf
    Jul 20, 2022
    5
    Me encanta que si tenga una buena representación del skate y también que las actrices sean skater.

Awards & Rankings

50
#50 Best TV Season of 2020
91
#91 Most Discussed TV Season of 2020

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
  1. IndieWire
    Reviewed by: Jude Dry
    Oct 23, 2020
    67
    The elevated aesthetics of skate vids permeate “Betty,” elevated by the saturated hues of a sweaty New York summer and technicolor scenester fashion. The perfectly curated music choices add to overall alluring vibe of the show. It’s unfortunate that “Betty” is mostly style over substance, especially when the style is this valid.
    Read full review
  2. The Playlist
    Reviewed by: Lena Wilson
    Oct 5, 2020
    75
    “Betty” may be imperfect, but it is incredibly refreshing in its girl power politics.
    Read full review
  3. Decider
    Reviewed by: Joel Keller
    Jun 24, 2020
    70
    The improvised scenes are where the show crackles with energy, even if old farts like us can’t understand 100% of the skaters’ lingo. ... Also, the energy among the five stars is palpable, given the history that they’ve had in the past few years. When the group splits up, things get more stilted.
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »