Dead Like Me

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Season 1
  • Network: SHOWTIME
  • Series Premiere Date: Jun 27, 2003
Season #: 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 43 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 43
  3. Negative: 3 out of 43
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  1. Sixella
    Dec 5, 2010
    9
    This was a great T.V series with a witty, yet cynical sense of humor. It unfortunately got cancelled after only a mere two seasons. The acting is well done with very lovable characters. I would not recommend the movie, as it is nothing like the series and is completely disappointing!
  2. bob516
    Dec 21, 2013
    10
    Such a unique show. A very creative way of exploring a person's growth and transformation, even if they happen to be already dead. Wish there was more television that was as intelligent and funny as this show.
  3. JessicaRobyn
    Aug 8, 2015
    9
    Dead Like Me was one of the first shows that I watched that showed me that tv really could be a vehicle for interesting and complex stories. It just takes the right person to do it and this show was full of a lot of those people. The story arcs were so original that I'm surprised it lasted for two seasons. This is the sort of thing that I imagine now would thrive in a Netflix like utopia.Dead Like Me was one of the first shows that I watched that showed me that tv really could be a vehicle for interesting and complex stories. It just takes the right person to do it and this show was full of a lot of those people. The story arcs were so original that I'm surprised it lasted for two seasons. This is the sort of thing that I imagine now would thrive in a Netflix like utopia. I would definitely recommend it for it's interesting take on death and the dry cynical wit. Beyond anything else it is memorable.… Expand
  4. LeeanneTrimble
    Sep 6, 2014
    0
    Started off mildly interesting and went downhill from there. Not going to watch the whole of series one I think I've got some paint somewhere I can watch dry instead.
  5. wardamoose
    Aug 25, 2011
    10
    great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back yougreat show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm great show... bring it back you fools at mgm… Expand
  6. drlowdon
    May 25, 2013
    7
    George Lass is going nowhere in life until she is killed by a toilet-seat that falls from the MIR space station. Finding herself with the powers of a Grim Reaper she reluctantly sets about collecting the souls of others before they die. With guidance from her new boss, Rube, she gradually accepts her new role but must resolve issues which still linger from her life before she is allowed toGeorge Lass is going nowhere in life until she is killed by a toilet-seat that falls from the MIR space station. Finding herself with the powers of a Grim Reaper she reluctantly sets about collecting the souls of others before they die. With guidance from her new boss, Rube, she gradually accepts her new role but must resolve issues which still linger from her life before she is allowed to 'move on'.

    The pilot episode did a very good job of setting up the shows premise and the following episodes were entertaining as George attempted to adjust to her new role. The other reapers she was tasked to work with were a mixed bunch but Mandy Patinkin was excellent as the droll Rube and Jasmine Guy entertaining as the Sassy Roxy. While there were poignant moments throughout this first season the show was played mostly for laughs. On the whole it was successful at this, crafting its own brand of black comedy and, while it will never be considered a classic, certainly made worthwhile viewing.    … Expand
  7. agleek
    Mar 27, 2012
    10
    This show is quite simply amazing. A show that actually gets you to contemplate your own existence, in my mind, is a good show. Dead Like Me is alive with everything, and the last line of the series 'It's not so bad, being dead like me...' was flawless. The movie, however, was terrible - they succeeded in leaving the 'peanut' of Georgia Lass behind, but everything else failed miserably.This show is quite simply amazing. A show that actually gets you to contemplate your own existence, in my mind, is a good show. Dead Like Me is alive with everything, and the last line of the series 'It's not so bad, being dead like me...' was flawless. The movie, however, was terrible - they succeeded in leaving the 'peanut' of Georgia Lass behind, but everything else failed miserably. Daisy's character went from being one who gossips about sexcapades but is actually very classy to having sex around every turn. Since she was always my favorite character, I was forced to 'boo' this movie.… Expand
  8. rachiebabie
    Sep 20, 2013
    9
    Super entertaining. Fun, although morbid concept. The protagonist, George is sardonic and insightful, and apathetic and all the things we all are. That's the funny thing, she's a relatable reaper.
  9. zachary99
    May 16, 2016
    10
    when I was looking online last year I found dead like me and I thought that I would watch the first episode and it was excellent so then I downloaded the hole of season one and two and then I was enjoying them and there were some every good bits and funny moment like mason he was the funniest of them all. And then there was the film but it was a same that Rube wasn't in it but it was onewhen I was looking online last year I found dead like me and I thought that I would watch the first episode and it was excellent so then I downloaded the hole of season one and two and then I was enjoying them and there were some every good bits and funny moment like mason he was the funniest of them all. And then there was the film but it was a same that Rube wasn't in it but it was one of the best tv programs that I've ever watched.… Expand
  10. Cyanurea
    Jul 5, 2018
    7
    A charming, occasionally moving tale about coming of age. Feels a bit dated, but still quite watchable. An undercurrent of preachiness is made bearable by sharp wit. However, it cheapens the concept of death to depict life after death as basically life; this takes much of the power out of its attempts to reckon with themes of grief and mourning.

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  1. Positive: 2 out of 2
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  1. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Tim Goodman
    Jul 25, 2013
    100
    Has the kind of verve and wit that's the hallmark of shows where the writers aren't thinking about audience reaction or how the network bigs will view it -- it's a story that just pours out, with the audacity to say, "Take me or leave me."
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  2. People Weekly
    Reviewed by: Terry Kelleher
    Jun 28, 2013
    67
    The bizarre causes of death on the show—woman gets hit by falling piano, guy accidentally drills hole in his head—are indicative of its self-conscious quirkiness.
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