BoJack Horseman

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Aug 22, 2014
Season #: 6.5, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 651 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 21 out of 651
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  1. yukichigai
    Aug 25, 2014
    10
    I went into this series expecting very little, only to find something unexpectedly hilarious. Hilarious, and sometimes quite deep, too. BoJack Horseman is one of those rare series that mixes complete irreverence with the occasional deep meaningful insight. It's a hard mix to pull off, but the show does it quite well.

    Now I won't lie, this isn't the firecracker joke-every-minute type    I went into this series expecting very little, only to find something unexpectedly hilarious. Hilarious, and sometimes quite deep, too. BoJack Horseman is one of those rare series that mixes complete irreverence with the occasional deep meaningful insight. It's a hard mix to pull off, but the show does it quite well.

    Now I won't lie, this isn't the firecracker joke-every-minute type of series. Sometimes it takes a little bit of time to set up the humor, but the payoff is definitely worth it. The first episode in particular took about 10 minutes to really get fully into gear, but once it had established the setting and the setup it got very funny very fast. The jokes are rather funny, but more than that they're sometimes bitingly funny and dark. If that's your kind of humor, this show will deliver, especially since so few shows seem to have that kind of humor.

    Another thing BoJack does which few others do is maintain continuity, and usually does so for maximum comedic effect. What would normally be a dumb throw-away joke in another series becomes something that pops up in later episodes, repeatedly in many cases. It allows the show to establish several running jokes, most that only get funnier as they go on.

    Probably the biggest surprise for me though were the number of moments when the show got "deep", for lack of a better term. Insightful, meaningful moments... and most of the time still funny as well. The show's not afraid to have dramatic moments (nothing too downer though), and the contrast often makes the humor that much better.

    Overall, BoJack Horseman took me by surprise in the best of ways. It is without a doubt one of the funniest animated shows that I've ever watched. There are some funnier shows out there at the moment, but that doesn't make this one any less outstanding. If you like dark, sometimes bleak, often biting humor then you should watch this show.    … Expand
  2. Reacher
    Aug 26, 2014
    7
    BoJack Horseman is a show that starts off bad, ends up being good enough to want more after 12 episodes, all the while fully being aware that there is a lot of wasted potential on this show. The voice acting is terrific, veterans of cartoon work all, and with each episode it gets slightly better, and you can honestly feel with every 80's reference and well delivered line that if theBoJack Horseman is a show that starts off bad, ends up being good enough to want more after 12 episodes, all the while fully being aware that there is a lot of wasted potential on this show. The voice acting is terrific, veterans of cartoon work all, and with each episode it gets slightly better, and you can honestly feel with every 80's reference and well delivered line that if the writing were better this could be an Archer level of unique and good.
    The writing is what keeps this show out of an 8, 9, or 10. it was barely passable as humor in the first episode, and while it does get better is not on par with the Bob's Burgers of the day or Dr. Katz of the past. Anyone putting it as higher than a 7 is probably overcompensating for the people on here that saw one episode and gave it a 1 (really wish you would stop posting pre mature reviews people) and anything lower than a 5 is too harsh on a unique idea that needs a chance to grow on you like most unique ideas.    … Expand
  3. jayhawkdave24
    Sep 9, 2014
    10
    Critics got this one dead wrong - BoJack is an incredible portrait of an individual suffering from the deeply felt anxieties that we all experience living today's society. It is incredibly rare for a show to tap so deeply into this vein with equal parts zany humor, smart dialogue, and overwhelming sadness. Netflix, listen to your audience!
  4. SluggerOToole
    Sep 21, 2014
    10
    I started watching this with fairly low expectations and was pleasantly surprised. The use of a season long story arc is refreshing for an animated comedy. Bojack's alternating between self reflection and consciously turning his mnd off and behaving like a jerk is weirdly a more realistic portrayal of a person (ha) than the one dimensional characters you see SNL alums crank out onI started watching this with fairly low expectations and was pleasantly surprised. The use of a season long story arc is refreshing for an animated comedy. Bojack's alternating between self reflection and consciously turning his mnd off and behaving like a jerk is weirdly a more realistic portrayal of a person (ha) than the one dimensional characters you see SNL alums crank out on network tv. Also the characters don't raise their eyebrows after every joke.

    Surprised there are so many sour grapes reviews from so called professional reviewers, you think if your job was to watch tv you'd get that this isn't supposed to be a laugh out loud kind of show.

    Funny show but more than that, entertaining.    … Expand
  5. AstarothMagus
    Aug 24, 2014
    9
    This show will not be for everyone. This show is for people who, although nothing close to depressed, will sometimes spend a day in a melancholic stupor wondering about their life's struggles and where they are headed. This is not for the ultimate optimist or that guy who is always chipper no matter what. BoJak Horseman starts of feeling like any other animated adult cartoon, it feelsThis show will not be for everyone. This show is for people who, although nothing close to depressed, will sometimes spend a day in a melancholic stupor wondering about their life's struggles and where they are headed. This is not for the ultimate optimist or that guy who is always chipper no matter what. BoJak Horseman starts of feeling like any other animated adult cartoon, it feels rehashed, but it gets you to chuckle and it leashes you in to the next episode and that's a great thing because with each new episode the character that is BoJak is explored just a little further, revealing a dark melancholic Horseman that's very flawed and all to human (despite his horselike physique). The show shows a portrait of what life sometimes really is, unfortunate and depressing, the ending does not give the happy ending that BoJak ultimately wanted but it also does not leave him in destructive depression like his hero. In the end BoJak Horseman's first season leaves it's titular character in a very human situation, he did not get exactly what he wanted or really anything of what he wanted but he's learned from his experiences and he presses forward to the next day with just a little bit of hope and optimism. This series could stand on its own with just one season, you chuckle at the absurdity of the anthropomorphic world this series is based in and all the while it draws you in to the real meat of its truly relatable and human feelings all expressed with a very long face.… Expand
  6. enut_butter
    Aug 26, 2014
    10
    Reading the critical reviews for this show totally blows me away. They read as if the critic didn't even watch the show beyond the first episode. This not supposed to be 'Archer', the show is actually way more complex than you would expect, and as others have noted, is actually a bit of a drama. The show is actually kind of wonderfully complex, with more believable characters than mostReading the critical reviews for this show totally blows me away. They read as if the critic didn't even watch the show beyond the first episode. This not supposed to be 'Archer', the show is actually way more complex than you would expect, and as others have noted, is actually a bit of a drama. The show is actually kind of wonderfully complex, with more believable characters than most of the **** you people seem to like.… Expand
  7. Fnacy
    Aug 26, 2014
    10
    **** all the idiots that think this show isn't funny, if you're looking for something with the visual finesse of rick and morty, combined with the character interactions of arrested development you'll love this show. One of my favourite first seasons of all time, make more.
  8. Puge
    Aug 25, 2014
    10
    I felt compelled to sign up for meta critic just to write a review for this show to try and encourage people to watch it so that they'll make a second season. I found the show laugh out loud funny and it was interesting enough that I didn't feel the need to surf the internet while watching, which is actually saying a lot as I have a very short attention span. Please give Bojack a chanceI felt compelled to sign up for meta critic just to write a review for this show to try and encourage people to watch it so that they'll make a second season. I found the show laugh out loud funny and it was interesting enough that I didn't feel the need to surf the internet while watching, which is actually saying a lot as I have a very short attention span. Please give Bojack a chance so I can have a second season, or at the very least netflix will keep making shows like Bojack Horseman.… Expand
  9. dcow
    Aug 24, 2014
    9
    Hilarious after the first episode, but not especially unique. Its thoroughly modern social references make the show an ephemeral spectacle. Good laughs and great cast!
  10. rocknmandan
    Aug 28, 2014
    10
    This show is awesome. It got better and better. I went into it only expecting a ridiculous and outlandish comedy in the style of family guy, but was surprised to find it had so much more. It has a lot of heart and makes some serious social commentary on our society. I couldn't stop watching and within 2 days I had finished the season. The ending of the first season, last 2 episodes,This show is awesome. It got better and better. I went into it only expecting a ridiculous and outlandish comedy in the style of family guy, but was surprised to find it had so much more. It has a lot of heart and makes some serious social commentary on our society. I couldn't stop watching and within 2 days I had finished the season. The ending of the first season, last 2 episodes, really moved me. I left with a need to watch more Bojack, who is actually comes off as a whole and complex person, I mean horse. I can't wait for season 2 to premier!… Expand
  11. dsaf
    Sep 12, 2014
    9
    The show is great. Some criticize a lack of humor, but the show's goal isn't to be funny. The existential struggle of BoJack is the core of the writing and these heavy undertones are carried along by the cartoon animation and humor.

    If you love the intro you will love the show.
  12. XHerbalJaguarX
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    The writing better than what the critics and some users are putting off. I have watched the first season 3 times. The writing gets much more complex past the 3rd episode. The characters represent different pains, struggles, and experiences that one another experienced. For example, Bojack's constant party lifestyle, yet intellectual perspective is perfectly paralleled with Diane'sThe writing better than what the critics and some users are putting off. I have watched the first season 3 times. The writing gets much more complex past the 3rd episode. The characters represent different pains, struggles, and experiences that one another experienced. For example, Bojack's constant party lifestyle, yet intellectual perspective is perfectly paralleled with Diane's experiences in High School with the party life, while intelligent enough to articulate their own emotions, too afraid to address their own problems. Rather, they critique one another, which is a reflection of themselves. Mr. Peanutbutter is one of my favorite characters in the show, his always positive attitude is actually the exact opposite of Bojack's personality (Bojack being smart, depressed. PB being positive & stupid.), how quaint it would be for Diane to be in a relationship with Mr. Peanutbutter, while Bojack's secrete love for her brings out many changes in himself. Eventually Bojack's need for approval by Diane makes his pain and problems apparent in the last few episodes.

    I could write so much more, these are only 3 characters in the story. So many good things about this series, it is worth watching, the writing may seem simple, but it is more complex than many shows out there.    … Expand
  13. jezmos
    Jul 15, 2015
    10
    This is a sadly under-rated show that takes offbeat animation into new territory. One of the things I loved about the series was that it was a series - the story unfolds really nicely and the characters are multi-faceted and interesting. I really hope that Netflix persist with this, as it's one of the best pieces of television that has come out over the past year and there is a strongThis is a sadly under-rated show that takes offbeat animation into new territory. One of the things I loved about the series was that it was a series - the story unfolds really nicely and the characters are multi-faceted and interesting. I really hope that Netflix persist with this, as it's one of the best pieces of television that has come out over the past year and there is a strong feeling that there is plenty of room to develop it even further. Great stuff.… Expand
  14. ydnar4
    Jun 18, 2015
    8
    I wasn't expecting much from Bojack Horseman. It looked like it was just Netflix trying to create their own long running adult cartoon series like the Simpsons or Family Guy. Bojack Horseman is original and does not appear to be stealing anything from other animated shows. I love the animation, it looks perfect. This show was a serial so you had to watch every episode in order which isn'tI wasn't expecting much from Bojack Horseman. It looked like it was just Netflix trying to create their own long running adult cartoon series like the Simpsons or Family Guy. Bojack Horseman is original and does not appear to be stealing anything from other animated shows. I love the animation, it looks perfect. This show was a serial so you had to watch every episode in order which isn't common for an animated series and the show is far more heartfelt than I expected. There are a lot of hilarious animal related puns but Bojack is a great character and you really want to see him get his redemption. I will be excited for season 2 in July.… Expand
  15. ToFewViews
    Aug 31, 2014
    8
    This is a Netflix original staring Will Arnett,Alison Brie
    and Aaron Paul. It's a alright animated series
    with it's good parts and slow parts. It does have a nice change of pace from most TV shows on Netflix. The humor isn't for everyone but it has some points where it really works and it pays off. Seeing all the different celebrity cameos they have in the show is a nice touch to.    This is a Netflix original staring Will Arnett,Alison Brie
    and Aaron Paul. It's a alright animated series
    with it's good parts and slow parts. It does have
    a nice change of pace from most TV shows on
    Netflix. The humor isn't for everyone but it has some
    points where it really works and it pays off.
    Seeing all the different celebrity cameos they
    have in the show is a nice touch to.
    Overall it's a decent 12 Episode show and worth
    watching if you are a fan of the voice actors
    and off beat humor.

    ToFewViews.    … Expand
  16. thedjentman408
    Aug 26, 2014
    9
    In the first few episodes, you can tell that the creators weren't entirely sure where to take the series. The story really doesn't develop until about 7 episodes in. It takes a turn like something you'd see in Louie. It becomes much more serious. Bojack as a character develops along with the range of jokes in the show. The use of flashbacks to give the backdrop throughout the season isIn the first few episodes, you can tell that the creators weren't entirely sure where to take the series. The story really doesn't develop until about 7 episodes in. It takes a turn like something you'd see in Louie. It becomes much more serious. Bojack as a character develops along with the range of jokes in the show. The use of flashbacks to give the backdrop throughout the season is wonderfully executed. Whereas Family guy uses flashbacks as a poorly placed joke with no significance, BoJack's flashbacks give you a glimpse into his mind and where it all began as well as where it all went wrong. Failed relationships, betrayal and rebirth all find their way into a gut-busting Animated comedy that should not be missed.… Expand
  17. ericcalderon
    Apr 7, 2015
    9
    Came to the series late, but was very pleasantly surprised by the quick humor and poignant final episodes. The drug-induced episode 11 (Downer Ending) was epic!
  18. Jaredwitbeck
    Jun 6, 2015
    10
    I feel like most of the big critics didn't even watch through the entire season, because if they had, I am positive there would be a lot more positive reviews. This show looks like another ridiculous alternative animated comedy series. In the first few episodes it feels like that as well, these episodes were getting the writer's feet wet and developing some pretty complex characters. WhichI feel like most of the big critics didn't even watch through the entire season, because if they had, I am positive there would be a lot more positive reviews. This show looks like another ridiculous alternative animated comedy series. In the first few episodes it feels like that as well, these episodes were getting the writer's feet wet and developing some pretty complex characters. Which the show actually pokes fun at, the self-aware self-deprecating satire in the show is abundant. It isn't a show that produces "gut-busters" and it shouldn't be. It isn't some ridiculous alternative animated comedy series, it is a well written show with strong characters and a real story, although the entire setting is a fantasy LA with talking animals, it is surprisingly real.

    The realness of the show is so painfully ironic, because it isn't. The show demonstrates how the media focus's on nothing worth any importance, a world where a horse taking a muffin from a literal navy seal is breaking news. The news I see in America shows less important news. Where Raccoon people are always digging through the trash, and the paparazzi is literally flocking around and chirping at celebrities buying melons. This is a world where there is no deep down underlying purpose, where everything happens to move the content forward to the next scene. That is how real life is, there is now deep down real person who you are, it is just the things you do that represent you. I believe the things the show does, really represents a good, funny, clever, satirical and smart show.    … Expand
  19. FndngFthrsGhost
    Dec 22, 2015
    9
    The first episode was a bit slow and I wasn't sure I was going to like this show. I decided to continue watching and I'm glad I did. The show is clever and laugh out loud funny at times. Some of the obscure 80s and 90s references are a huge bonus. The tension and the humor along with ridiculously funny plots is entertaining and keeps me coming back and hitting the play button on the next episode.
  20. williawew
    Feb 16, 2019
    2
    sry but this show is just way too dark for me to enjoy. loved it in the first season but then it just got wayyyyyy too dark
  21. Shiverfox
    Sep 3, 2014
    10
    I gave this show a 10, because once you get past the godawful first three episodes, it grows into something unique that I haven't really seen done by any other comedy. I'd describe it as a mix of Entourage, Family Guy, and The Stranger by Albert Camus.

    The middle episodes aren't laugh-a-minute, but they have some genuinely hilarious jokes, a ton of great references, and really engaging    I gave this show a 10, because once you get past the godawful first three episodes, it grows into something unique that I haven't really seen done by any other comedy. I'd describe it as a mix of Entourage, Family Guy, and The Stranger by Albert Camus.

    The middle episodes aren't laugh-a-minute, but they have some genuinely hilarious jokes, a ton of great references, and really engaging characters. By the penultimate episode, you'll be feeling genuine emotions for horse- and cat-people.

    I'd give it a shot, each episode is only 25 minutes long anyway.    … Expand
  22. Qubert
    Aug 25, 2014
    10
    Great show, very funny and the characters actually have depth. There is a great story that brings you along with its development through the season. I really hope there is a second season.
  23. TheQuietGamer
    Aug 25, 2014
    9
    It starts off looking like every other adult animated sitcom with it's crude (and very funny) jokes and out-there world. However as the show progresses it turns into something more. It's surprisingly deep, dark, and cynical. It's characters all feel like real people at the end of the episode despite the absurdities of their personalities, like the fact that the majority of them are talkingIt starts off looking like every other adult animated sitcom with it's crude (and very funny) jokes and out-there world. However as the show progresses it turns into something more. It's surprisingly deep, dark, and cynical. It's characters all feel like real people at the end of the episode despite the absurdities of their personalities, like the fact that the majority of them are talking animals, that the writers include for the humor.

    "BoJack Horseman" is just an average, lonely guy who just wants people to love him but doesn't know how to get them to. He's extremely flawed and because of that completely relatable. As the show progresses and as you get to know him, you want to see him find the happiness he's struggling so hard to find. It asks the question of how can he and will he achieve this happiness? And it doesn't have the answer.

    It paints a beautiful, bleak, and painful look at look at life, while simultaneously showing us a hilarious and over-the-top look at "Hollywood." The outrageous situations and goofy characters keep the laughs coming even when things get dark. However the humor isn't going to be for everyone. It did come from ShadowMachine after all, whose work includes the divisive "TripTank."

    Still I feel that there's a little something here for everyone, whether it be outrageous humor or the more profound moments. I for one can't wait for some more episodes. My total score is a near-perfect score of 9.9/10.    … Expand
  24. Sweetew
    Aug 29, 2014
    9
    I was sceptical. I hadn´t heard of the show, but I had a moment of boredom, and decided to give it a shot. I was glad I did. This has quickly become my favourite show of the year. I for one can´t fathom the critics review of this show.
  25. CiphirSol
    Aug 27, 2014
    8
    Here we have a show that's already criminally underrated because people aren't willing to stick around and let it grow on them, maybe they're expecting something else because of the premise? The best part of this series is the way the narrative expands and the characters actually grow. That really took me by surprise because I was totally expecting it to come off as overly vulgar for theHere we have a show that's already criminally underrated because people aren't willing to stick around and let it grow on them, maybe they're expecting something else because of the premise? The best part of this series is the way the narrative expands and the characters actually grow. That really took me by surprise because I was totally expecting it to come off as overly vulgar for the sake of quick laughs. It's not that, this show's for the people who are looking for a little more from their animated comedies than something shallow, and while yes, he is a horse-man, Bojack's plight ends up interesting and funny, but most of all, it's endearing.… Expand
  26. scordatura
    Aug 23, 2014
    7
    I wouldn't have stuck around past the first five minutes of BJH were it not for a mind-blowing voiceover cast rolling past me in the credits, absolutely all of whom are folks whose body of acting and/or comedy work I greatly respect and largely adore, and that's even WITHOUT the long and stellar list of plot-pivotal guests like Patton Oswalt, Maria Bamford and Kristen Schaal. The firstI wouldn't have stuck around past the first five minutes of BJH were it not for a mind-blowing voiceover cast rolling past me in the credits, absolutely all of whom are folks whose body of acting and/or comedy work I greatly respect and largely adore, and that's even WITHOUT the long and stellar list of plot-pivotal guests like Patton Oswalt, Maria Bamford and Kristen Schaal. The first episode still didn't impress me much, but I began to enjoy it much more as characters and the serial storyline were better established for me.

    One big problem with the show early on: The show doesn't seem to know if it wants Arnett / Horseman to be yet another Will-Arnett-as-Gob variant, or whether he should be a more sober, competent, decidedly non-Gob-like character. As the series plays out episode by episode (and particularly past the first six episodes that I gather most critics previewed), the show slowly works out this inconsistency and accordingly moves into darker, yet funnier, places.

    The above problem is symptomatic of another problem: the show just doesn't have the originality that a cast like this would suggest. The universe, plot, and gags-- both visual and scripted-- are dense and obviously thought out. Actually, maybe all this was a little *too* carefully thought-out, giving the deadly sense of trying too hard on occasion. This is unfortunately most true in the first few episodes, which feel especially forced. I get the sense that all the advance attention to detail-- probably to help the show meet a budget-- forcibly ironed out a lot of things that could be much funnier, particularly in its choice to too closely ape a few other shows that smart people tend to enjoy.

    For instance, the show tries to steal the Matt Thompson / Adam Reed trick (Archer / Frisky Dingo) of turning tossed-off mid-script nonsequiturs into unlikely, increasingly hilarious catchphrases, only to discover that making that trick actually work is a lot harder than it looks for anyone that *isn't* Matt Thompson / Adam Reed.

    And-- Arnett aside-- with all the insta-cutaways and frequent flashbacks into the multi-decade backstory, they also obviously wanted something with a bit of an Arrested Development vibe. Instead, they often get something a little more like... Family Guy. No, from this author, that comparison is NOT a compliment (and it's not just because of the animation!).

    But overall, the show still succeeds, still made me laugh frequently once I was in sync with its characters, and I was actually quite moved / touched in the last few episodes, where things take an increasingly Louie-ish turn into laughable bleakness. I actually think this is better than the majority of Netflix's original series so far ('course, I'm not counting AD nor all the British imports) and I don't regret watching. Heck, it was worth it just to hear Aaron Paul "sing." And I think a second series could be much better with the lessons presumably learned by the creators this time out.

    One last thing: Although it's getting to be a very crowded market, the closing theme by Grouplove is the most insufferable, banal example of cheap-reverb-drenched, whine-driven Pitchfork pap suitable only for artisanal gluten-free bakeries, skinny-jeans shops and current-day megabank commercials that I can think of. I know nothing about this band but I'll give them the benefit of the doubt and assume they were actively engaging in attempted parody with this particular commission. But the closing credits alone were almost enough to remove whatever enjoyment I took from the show at the end of each episode.    … Expand
  27. msimr
    Aug 27, 2014
    9
    Like many will say, the show starts off bad.
    However, it finishes strongly leaving you with a taste for more.
    The characters have depth and will get you thinking about some of the stupid things you do in life.

    I enjoyed it more than I would've first thought.
  28. pyeman321
    Sep 3, 2014
    9
    I just thought it would give me a few laughs, but coming out of that show I'll never feel the same again... Has amazing views on things like the media and things like that, worth a watch.
  29. Onlyfinrear
    Sep 6, 2014
    8
    BoJack Horseman is not the typical cartoon comedy it's advertisements make it out to be. That isn't a bad thing though. In fact, the commercials lowered my expectations for it greatly before I watched the thing. I went in thinking to waste an hour with a couple of tripe if not harmless episodes of a decently voice acted cartoon that could easily have been another Comedy Central animatedBoJack Horseman is not the typical cartoon comedy it's advertisements make it out to be. That isn't a bad thing though. In fact, the commercials lowered my expectations for it greatly before I watched the thing. I went in thinking to waste an hour with a couple of tripe if not harmless episodes of a decently voice acted cartoon that could easily have been another Comedy Central animated show to be canceled after one season. After binging on in for six or so hours to the shows completion, I can safely and happily say that I was dead wrong about it.

    The show revolves around the titular BoJack Horseman, an anthropomorphic horse has-been television star as he tries to hold on to his stardom by way of writing an autobiography. Since he's procrastinated so long on the book, the failing publishing company hires him a ghost writer. He also deals with his over inflated ego and whatever life throws at him.

    One thing about the plot and the characters that sets BoJack Horseman apart from other cartoon comedies is how the characters and the plot grow and evolve. Most every main and supporting character develops as the show goes along, transitioning from their sitcom-esque roles to something more three dimensional. Don't get me wrong, a lot of them stay within the stereotype they were cast in, from the egomaniac wash up, to the work obsessed woman of steel, to the introverted nerd girl. But, they develop so that they feel more like people than just character designs pasted to a list of vaguely relateable and hilarious personalities.

    It should be known that this show has a dry sense of humor and sometimes a dark one. Nothing will be side splitting hilarious. So if that isn't your type of humor, then you probably won't get a chuckle out of it. If you're not sure if it's your kind of humor I recommend watching more than the pilot, which is bland and probably the lowest point of the show. At least the first two or three episodes to get a feel. It's a lot of time to waste, but since it's a Netflix exclusive it's time you can waste whenever you want.

    Speaking of Netflix, I'd like to bring up that this show, like the new season of Arrested Development(maybe all of it), uses the online streaming format to it's advantage by throwing out a lot of running gags that may fall flat the first time around get better with each iteration. This works so well for Netflix rather than cable is because instead of watching one episode and waiting a week, you can watch any episode at any time. You don't have to worry about not being in on a reference from the previous episode because you missed that one last week or just forgot it happened.

    Another good thing that comes out of this is the continuity. Things that would normally be throw away gags in other sitcoms and cartoons stay with the show for a few episodes, some until the very end. This builds the slightly bizarre world around BoJack Horseman and adds some weight to the plot and it's characters. It was a bit of a slap to the face to find that a few exchanged lines in an early episode help paint the plot of one that comes much later in the season.

    BoJack Horseman is a unique show but isn't for everyone. For the audience that it does hit, it will hit hard. The cast is wonderfully voice acted and while the animation is well done flash animation, it should distract from the story. It's a hell of a ride for anyone interested in an old horse living in Hollywoo.    … Expand
  30. RyderzMetascore
    Sep 25, 2014
    10
    I didn't know what to expect going into a Netflix original cartoon, but I was very pleasantly surprised. Each episode seems to build off the plot of the last into a more hilarious and inviting situation. Characters became deeper, and a lot of questions I had raised at first were answered after an episode or two. The story continues each episode in a way that The Simpsons, Family guy, SouthI didn't know what to expect going into a Netflix original cartoon, but I was very pleasantly surprised. Each episode seems to build off the plot of the last into a more hilarious and inviting situation. Characters became deeper, and a lot of questions I had raised at first were answered after an episode or two. The story continues each episode in a way that The Simpsons, Family guy, South Park, etc. seemingly cannot accomplish, as the characters continue to gain depth and interest for the viewer. Every scene has a consequence (something forgotten in most cartoons), some are very intense. I never thought that I would have genuine feelings for a talking horse, but after watching season 1 twice over, I can't wait for more. If you have a Netflix account there is no excuse for not viewing this. Though the season finale gave closure, it definitely left fans of BoJack wanting more.

    Drugs are recommended before viewing episode 11 to make it extra awesome.    … Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 13
  3. Negative: 2 out of 13
  1. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Margaret Lyons
    Sep 25, 2014
    80
    There are so many background jokes and one-liners and silly animals that the show's emotional depth caught me by surprise.
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  2. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Neil Genzlinger
    Aug 25, 2014
    80
    Like some of television’s more out-there animated shows, this one is hard to describe beyond broad outlines, because it’s so odd, a combination of droll and naughty that seems improbable but works deliciously.
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  3. Washington Post
    Reviewed by: Hank Stuever
    Aug 22, 2014
    70
    A strange and somewhat delightful animated comedy.
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