Enlisted

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Season 1
  • Network: FOX
  • Series Premiere Date: Jan 10, 2014
User Score
7.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 45 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 45
  3. Negative: 5 out of 45
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  1. cameroon
    Feb 11, 2014
    10
    The first episode was very much just a pilot. I wanted to love it, but found it passably entertaining.

    But the second episode hit the ground with a stride you almost never see, if ever, from a comedy. The chemistry of the cast was just instantly apparent and kind of magical. And 6 episodes in, I have seen no evidence of that going anywhere at all. This show is honest, brilliantly    The first episode was very much just a pilot. I wanted to love it, but found it passably entertaining.

    But the second episode hit the ground with a stride you almost never see, if ever, from a comedy. The chemistry of the cast was just instantly apparent and kind of magical. And 6 episodes in, I have seen no evidence of that going anywhere at all.

    This show is honest, brilliantly quippy, and wears a big heart on its sleeve. What can't you love about that?    … Expand
  2. ethananarchy
    Feb 28, 2014
    8
    The next Party Down.

    Though I can see how Enlisted will struggle in gaining viewers, being late in the time slot, it has the makings of all small but great cults; and the hilarity just keeps getting better.
  3. Etslee
    Mar 24, 2014
    10
    A military comedy with big laughs, silliness, and a big heart. The brothers are all fantastically cast and such good chemistry together. You instantly feel you know these characters. Plus this show is really about something important.
  4. jpalame
    Jan 30, 2014
    8
    Enlisted has displayed that the show isn't a military comedy but a comedy exploring fraternal roles through military associations. It's funny, it has heart, and it's easy to watch.
  5. Globug
    Mar 17, 2014
    10
    I was a bit skeptical about this show when I saw the commercials. But, I swear to God this a funny show. I hope they get a better day and time slot because I seriously laugh out loud more often watching this show than any other comedy that's out there (ok, maybe not more than Big Bang), but you get what I mean. WATCH IT, you'll LOVE it!
  6. TNF1343
    Feb 16, 2014
    5
    The pilot episode of Enlisted featured some laughs and great casting. This being a late night comedy, I was expecting tasteless and dumb humour. The reality is that this show has a surprising amount of heart and is respectful to the military and its men. This meaning no homosexual army jokes -- thank god, since that dead horse has been beaten way too many times.

    Ultimately though, the    The pilot episode of Enlisted featured some laughs and great casting. This being a late night comedy, I was expecting tasteless and dumb humour. The reality is that this show has a surprising amount of heart and is respectful to the military and its men. This meaning no homosexual army jokes -- thank god, since that dead horse has been beaten way too many times.

    Ultimately though, the pilot's reliance on its genre's tropes weighs it down. If Enlisted wants to be great, we have to see something new in the future.

    UPDATE: This show isn't doing anything new or interesting.... at all. After being optimistic about the coming episodes, I learned that this seems to be an unambitious, run-of-the-mill comedy. It's not an awful show, but it's definitely mediocre.    … Expand
  7. RedOwlReviews
    Jan 12, 2014
    6
    I guess if I HAD to watch a network comedy about soldiers, I wouldn't complete mind watching this one. FOX's Enlisted is a light comedy about soldiers and brothers and other sentimental/relatable stuff. It has a huge heart, but that's about it. There are some laughs, but the hit-to-miss ratio is a little uncomfortable (soldiers train while chanting Bradley Cooper's name - what were theyI guess if I HAD to watch a network comedy about soldiers, I wouldn't complete mind watching this one. FOX's Enlisted is a light comedy about soldiers and brothers and other sentimental/relatable stuff. It has a huge heart, but that's about it. There are some laughs, but the hit-to-miss ratio is a little uncomfortable (soldiers train while chanting Bradley Cooper's name - what were they thinking?). The only truly entertaining character in the show is Parker Young's feebleminded but loyal younger brother. However, what the show suffers from the most is a lack of motivation. There is no straightforward storyline. No, "what will happen next?" The first episode feels like a tank stuck in a rut. The engines are running and the wheels are turning, but the show simply isn't going anywhere. If the show says anything, it's that FOX is willing to turn around its comedic image from abrasive (Family Guy) and awkward (New Girl) to something more heartfelt and compassionate.

    FINAL SCORE: 55 (fine ----------o---------- a neat watch)    … Expand
  8. schrec49
    Mar 15, 2014
    0
    Never watched it but saw commercials and (as a military man myself) was a bit offended. I saw ill attempts at comedy, for example they are trying to march and are stepping with the incorrect foot on the incorrect tempo count and the instructor says "make an L with your hand if it helps" and those marching repeat him word-for-word. To me, that is making people in the Army look stupid andNever watched it but saw commercials and (as a military man myself) was a bit offended. I saw ill attempts at comedy, for example they are trying to march and are stepping with the incorrect foot on the incorrect tempo count and the instructor says "make an L with your hand if it helps" and those marching repeat him word-for-word. To me, that is making people in the Army look stupid and unable to follow simple directions.… Expand
  9. Slipper
    Jan 11, 2014
    9
    First episode was a blast for me. I enjoyed every bit of it. Ok, there are some minor flaws, but ok it is first episode after all. Funny and stupid situations, lot of different characters is a good thing. I only hope that this show will improve in future episodes to come and become more funnier,... So, kick back and enjoy 20 or 25 minutes of this comedy (without commercials).

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Metascore
65

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 26
  3. Negative: 2 out of 26
  1. Newark Star-Ledger
    Reviewed by: Vicki Hyman
    Feb 13, 2014
    75
    Enlisted is not groundbreaking comedy, but it's dependable and heartfelt--and sometimes that's all you need in your foxhole.
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  2. People Weekly
    Reviewed by: Tom Gliatto
    Jan 27, 2014
    75
    With its rugged leads displaying a light comic touch, the series has a fresh appeal. [3 Feb 2014, p.44]
  3. Cleveland Plain Dealer
    Reviewed by: Mark Dawidziak
    Jan 10, 2014
    70
    If it's time for a new military comedy, this is a good one. It marches to the beat of its own dumb drum.
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