Crashing

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Season 1
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Feb 19, 2017
Season #: 3, 2, 1
Metascore
73

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
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Critic Reviews

  1. Collider
    Reviewed by: Chris Cabin
    Feb 17, 2017
    60
    The show could benefit hugely from creating more of a hash out of this immediately fascinating and largely unsparing world. As it stands, however, Crashing remains fixated on a single proverbial wet noodle, seemingly unaware that wet noodles tend to be a lot more satisfying in groups.
  2. IndieWire
    Reviewed by: Ben Travers
    Feb 14, 2017
    58
    Crashing never gets off the couch. Pete’s religious background isn’t explored to any real purpose, nor is his style of comedy so disparate it feels essential. He’s a comic with plenty of talent, but stuck in a story that doesn’t stand out.
  3. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Neil Genzlinger
    Feb 17, 2017
    50
    It’s pleasant enough, with enjoyable guest stars, but it comes too late in the evolution of this genre to make much of an impression.

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#76 Best TV Season of 2017

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User Score
7.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 36 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 36
  3. Negative: 3 out of 36
  1. resca
    May 14, 2017
    9
    There is a sense of realness that is so delightful. The way the struggle is presented is in the most subtle way. Great show to let you windThere is a sense of realness that is so delightful. The way the struggle is presented is in the most subtle way. Great show to let you wind down, definitely advertises new york comedy clubs!… Full Review »
  2. neothinker
    Apr 22, 2017
    8
    This show has a lot of heart. It doesn't make stand-up look easy. So it's charming to see Pete try to make a professional climb. The otherThis show has a lot of heart. It doesn't make stand-up look easy. So it's charming to see Pete try to make a professional climb. The other characters add a lot of spice to the mix. Artie Lange in particular really sets a fun atmosphere to the show. I'd recommend it.… Full Review »
  3. NavyBean
    Feb 7, 2022
    9
    Really, really liked it. Sorry to read there're only three seasons. Pete Holmes is a very likable guy. You root for him and he is very funnyReally, really liked it. Sorry to read there're only three seasons. Pete Holmes is a very likable guy. You root for him and he is very funny ... in his interactions with other characters/comics. His stand up in S1? Not so so so good. Deliberate I know. There is a bit of jock-sniffing going on with the professional/ successful comics ... and they're all portrayed as super kind, generous people who want nothing more than to help new comics. While I've heard anecdotally that most successful comics are angry and dark-hearted. This is a light Sunday breeze that goes right up the kimono and tickles you right where you like to be tickled.… Full Review »
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