Flaked

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Mar 11, 2016
Season #: 2, 1
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3.3

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  1. Antonio_78
    Mar 11, 2016
    0
    Where is the point in this show? Boring and totally non sense in some scenes. Didnt like Will too, and there wasnt chemistry between any of the characters
  2. MarieJean
    Mar 11, 2016
    0
    If fuller house was bad this one is even worse! i hated the characters , the plot ..basically everything! The 2 big guys fight over a girl like they're 13, there's no respect for women and the leading actress is weird. For me its a big no.
  3. JJared79
    Mar 13, 2016
    0
    Can someone please tells me why Will arnett is still on tv?! I watched all the 8 episode 'cause on twitter i read some good reviews but now i understand why you can believe Twitter... only his fans made good reviews. Its an awful show. Arnett seems a pervert not an alcolist, the girl, London, is embarassing ( even the actress acting was pretty bad). Its everything i despise in a woman andCan someone please tells me why Will arnett is still on tv?! I watched all the 8 episode 'cause on twitter i read some good reviews but now i understand why you can believe Twitter... only his fans made good reviews. Its an awful show. Arnett seems a pervert not an alcolist, the girl, London, is embarassing ( even the actress acting was pretty bad). Its everything i despise in a woman and its a shame that a show made her the "lead" female charterer. The only reason why this trash will renewed is because the fan of Arnett, stop. But problably its not gonna last till a season 4 for sure.… Expand
  4. redbeard36
    Mar 29, 2016
    4
    This show is like an Indie movie; a long slow boring, aimless indie movie. It's really not about much of anything and not in a good Seinfeld. I don't know if it's trying to be about aimless men in middle age, the struggles of dependency or how to get free coffee. The main character is supposed to be angsty and aimless but a big reveal later in the series negates a lot of that. His buddy isThis show is like an Indie movie; a long slow boring, aimless indie movie. It's really not about much of anything and not in a good Seinfeld. I don't know if it's trying to be about aimless men in middle age, the struggles of dependency or how to get free coffee. The main character is supposed to be angsty and aimless but a big reveal later in the series negates a lot of that. His buddy is equally as annoying and aimless. The show itself is so confused and aimless that it happily resolves a major plotline in one episode and then resurrects it with a completely different ending in the next episode.

    I genuginely didn't understand the point of this hot mess.    … Expand
  5. brumbrum
    Aug 30, 2016
    0
    i don't even want to spend words on this awful and pointless thing that some people dare to call a tvshow. Simply, AWFUL. don't watch it, do yourself a favor and save these 4 hours of your life. ruth kearney should quit acting and go back to being a no one living on her boyfriend's shoulders. she's awful.
  6. JayJoy
    Jan 14, 2017
    0
    This is the worst thing ever. The whole thing makes no sense really. The acting is so bad that the already bad plot gets even worse. I tried watching a few episodes but it was too painful. I really do not recommend this show to anyone.
  7. Enock
    Oct 16, 2017
    10
    Flacked is a trip to the world the part of Venice CA, with its special vibe. The story of Chip, who is in search of his place in the world, but due to his innocence almost infantile Chip is seen in the midst of a great confusion generated by the entiras that he himself tells to remain as a respected guy in his community.
  8. dakota8
    Mar 16, 2016
    0
    Boring, awful scenes, low acting. disappointed, after watching the trailer i tough that it could be cool but i was clearly wrong. Didn't like Arnett and Kearney, Sullvan was ok but the rest were indifferents. i dont think Netflis should invest in a second season.
  9. Alberto__
    Mar 23, 2016
    0
    Disappointed. venice Beach is not like this at all, too much clichè and weird scenes. Where is the redemption thing? And some people were right, the "hot" scene between London and Chip were totally akward, dunno if it was him or her. Her way to act is very strange, i find it unpleaseant ( she makes a different face expressions everytime she talks, how annoying and her voice tho.. bha),Disappointed. venice Beach is not like this at all, too much clichè and weird scenes. Where is the redemption thing? And some people were right, the "hot" scene between London and Chip were totally akward, dunno if it was him or her. Her way to act is very strange, i find it unpleaseant ( she makes a different face expressions everytime she talks, how annoying and her voice tho.. bha), Arnett seems just a pervert and Sullivan is the most stupid character ever, i dont sugget this show at all and i hope Netflix will not renew this trash 'cause im pretty tired to watch the same the shows all the time with mid aged white horny men who chase after a younger girl in a city where apparentely there's not black people. The only good thing was the music, stop. Arnett keep doing the horse please, and leaves this kind of show to someone who can actually write a plot.… Expand
  10. Rico80
    Mar 24, 2016
    0
    reading good reviews about this tv shows is weird. I didn't think that some people could actually like this show. The problem is not the point of the series, the problem is how they handle this. A guy here said that its clear who finished the season or not... wrong. I agree that its very hard to finish this show, cause after the first episode is very easy falling asleep but i can't reallyreading good reviews about this tv shows is weird. I didn't think that some people could actually like this show. The problem is not the point of the series, the problem is how they handle this. A guy here said that its clear who finished the season or not... wrong. I agree that its very hard to finish this show, cause after the first episode is very easy falling asleep but i can't really like a series if the only good episodes are the last ones. Deep characters? Where? to me they try to show deep characters but it doesnt go well. And yes most of the episodes are about two men arguin over a girl, so yes this is what the show portraits. I watch a lot of dramas and comedies and this one was the wrost. mastered the novel structure? where? If its was the case i bet that most of the critic would have agreed with you. If you have to be intelligent to watch this show i ask myself why everyone dislike it ! It could be a good show, but everything is wrong ( For example the drama "Love" is like on another planet, thats a drama well written). Renewed or not im pleased that the only people who enjoyed it were the poors fans of Arnett ( cause let be clear, Arnett is not talented or even funny.. and this is why hes a 46 years old whose the most famous show is about a horse ;) )… Expand
  11. Adolf90
    Mar 27, 2016
    0
    I didn't like it. to me a second season is pointless, the characters are imposted in this way , its pretty difficult to change it and seriously the writers are not that good, Arnett is not so talented and thats why his most famous show at 46 years old is about a horse who can talks. probably it will be renewed cause Netflix doesnt care about the critic and has a lot fo money, and basicallyI didn't like it. to me a second season is pointless, the characters are imposted in this way , its pretty difficult to change it and seriously the writers are not that good, Arnett is not so talented and thats why his most famous show at 46 years old is about a horse who can talks. probably it will be renewed cause Netflix doesnt care about the critic and has a lot fo money, and basically the only ones who enjoyed the show was Arnett's fans and unfortunatley ( i really don't know how, poor world) he has a lot of them. Hope Netflix will think about a better series.… Expand
  12. AshtonMa
    Mar 25, 2016
    0
    Horrible. I hated it, it totally disappointed me in every way. Too low, not so dark for a drama and not enough funny for a comedy. It was like watching a sad movie. I really dont know how some people have finished all the season saying that it was good, honestly it was boring and even if episode 6 was pretty good it can save all the season. So if they're gonna renew this show for a secondHorrible. I hated it, it totally disappointed me in every way. Too low, not so dark for a drama and not enough funny for a comedy. It was like watching a sad movie. I really dont know how some people have finished all the season saying that it was good, honestly it was boring and even if episode 6 was pretty good it can save all the season. So if they're gonna renew this show for a second season im not goinging to watch it for sure… Expand
  13. colli90
    Apr 17, 2016
    0
    Horrible, awful and pointless. for once in my life i agree with the critic. Arnett is embarassing as always, Ruth kearney completely indifferent, and its incredible how she changes without make up or photoshop. Just saw a pict of her without make up and not from a photoshoot and i was like " and this girl would be hot? and i tough she was pretty". Just read a interview too with her and sheHorrible, awful and pointless. for once in my life i agree with the critic. Arnett is embarassing as always, Ruth kearney completely indifferent, and its incredible how she changes without make up or photoshop. Just saw a pict of her without make up and not from a photoshoot and i was like " and this girl would be hot? and i tough she was pretty". Just read a interview too with her and she is so annoying, you're not a star or even relevant, totally akward. The only good thing about her is the accent, stop. And what about Arnett? hes idea od promo is just talking about "his recover". Please stop with this dramedies, tv has enough of this kind of show. the only actor i save is Sullivan, that poor guy played the most stupid character ever. A waste of talent, such a shame. Its not a coincidence that even on the netflix official website Flaked is the wrost ranked from both users and critic. Even FullerHouse had a better success!… Expand
  14. daeneryswift
    Apr 13, 2016
    0
    the worst tv show I've ever watched. Dramedy? More like 'misogynist, racist, stereotyped, bad written, boring piece of **** That would fit it more! The worst show Netflix has ever produced (srsly, netflix?!). The show is boring, it was a **** pain to get to the end (I got to the end so I wouldn't have talked nonsense). The plot twists are useless and totally not surprising (guessed it bythe worst tv show I've ever watched. Dramedy? More like 'misogynist, racist, stereotyped, bad written, boring piece of **** That would fit it more! The worst show Netflix has ever produced (srsly, netflix?!). The show is boring, it was a **** pain to get to the end (I got to the end so I wouldn't have talked nonsense). The plot twists are useless and totally not surprising (guessed it by the fourth episode OPS). The acting is awful (the worst one is the stupid 'actress' who plays London, miss Kearney. really, what the hell? How did she even got the part? Arnett is a piece of **** truly. He tried to write this show as some incredibly smart dramedy and he FAILED. The characters are awful, there's no characterizetion, the dialogues are poorly written as the plot is. David Sullivan's character is the usual character put there to make the protagonist look cooler and smarter. Well, it doesn't. I'm so tired of shows like this one! Arnett's character is an **** misogynist and also rude. Like, really rude! Not likeable at all. As the show and the other characters. No chemistry between anyone. It seems like they've been put there and they're trying to get to the end of the show and finally leave.
    As an acquaintance of recovering alcoholics I can truly say that THIS SHOW IS AN INSULT TO THEM. And to women too! Grown up men talking about a girl (that's supposed to be a feminist because she likes Frida Kahlo, again, WHAT. I like plenty of things, that doesn't make me any of those things!) like she's a **** trophy. And then, she chooses the 'hot' (again, WHERE) guy. Disgusting, truly.
    Finding out that women liked it, makes me really understand how much meninism and misogyny are radicated into our lives!
    And, only one black guy? What? Seriously? What happened? No one invented black people yet in Venice Beach?
    Only good thing, is the soundtrack (such a waste for a show like this one!)
    If Netflix renews this **** for a second season, I'll truly quit with them! I was expecting better from them..
    (sorry about the rant, I really needed to get it out. I almost puked watching it.)    … Expand
  15. annabethh
    Mar 14, 2016
    0
    I liked just episode 6, but it was an easy plot twist. I really cant see the point in a second season. An as a woman this kind of show disgust me, arent there enough sexism series? Where the woman is just a trophy? Hope Netflix will invest in other series
  16. thjkok
    May 7, 2016
    0
    i've never seen such an awful dramedy. Pointless, awkward and so unrealistic. Will Arnett is weird and i hate the way they portrait venice beach. Like an Hippie community and dont let me talk about the lead actress Ruth kearney. Shes so awkward, i hated her in the Following and i hate her even more here. Watching her on tv with a lot of make up and video filter and then a normal picti've never seen such an awful dramedy. Pointless, awkward and so unrealistic. Will Arnett is weird and i hate the way they portrait venice beach. Like an Hippie community and dont let me talk about the lead actress Ruth kearney. Shes so awkward, i hated her in the Following and i hate her even more here. Watching her on tv with a lot of make up and video filter and then a normal pict without photoshop its like watching two differents people and this is something i hate so much . And im tired to see always the same tv shows with the same low actors, the same styles the same dialogues. Its like watching the same old movie. Netflix i beg you, dont renew this emabrassing show. Its not a surprise that ahs been ranked as the worst netflix original series and lowest viewers.… Expand
  17. Scotty6
    Mar 13, 2016
    0
    i agree with every bad critic. Two old man that figh over a girl? And this girl end up choosing the good looking one? Classic and superficials, something that just the fans of a man as Will Arnett can enjoy it. It will be probably renewed for a second season because of them but it remains a trash for sure.
  18. Lorenzino
    Mar 13, 2016
    0
    What a crap. Talented cast? A dramedy? Plot twist? where?! i wanted to stop watching after episode 2 and maybe it was a better idea. Totally disappointed, i dont know if it was more awful Arnett himself or the waitress. There wasnt chemistry, she was everything but "beautiful" and she was a lot younger than him, he was like a pervert .. the classic mid age white man with a problem withWhat a crap. Talented cast? A dramedy? Plot twist? where?! i wanted to stop watching after episode 2 and maybe it was a better idea. Totally disappointed, i dont know if it was more awful Arnett himself or the waitress. There wasnt chemistry, she was everything but "beautiful" and she was a lot younger than him, he was like a pervert .. the classic mid age white man with a problem with alcol. If they are going to renewed this one its a shame.… Expand
  19. ciot4
    Apr 3, 2016
    0
    i didnt like it, its weird how people can call this show "dramedy". Its not funny, there is not enough drama and its not a realistic story about recovery. Women seen as objects, perverts white guys and unrealistic relationship. Even the acting was weird.
  20. ahulub8
    Apr 27, 2016
    0
    The wrost drama i've ever seen. Unrealistic relationship, embarassing characters, emabarassing actors, pointless plot with holes big as my house and an unreal Venice Beach ( i didnt know that venice beach was full of white people). Before watching this show i have read a lot of articles and interviews.. and i completely agree with the critic. Arnett wanted to play a deep and dark characterThe wrost drama i've ever seen. Unrealistic relationship, embarassing characters, emabarassing actors, pointless plot with holes big as my house and an unreal Venice Beach ( i didnt know that venice beach was full of white people). Before watching this show i have read a lot of articles and interviews.. and i completely agree with the critic. Arnett wanted to play a deep and dark character but he did it wrong.. he seemed a pervert, Ruth kearney is akward on everything she does... The NY time is right "London is played by the uncool Ruth kearney" who seems hot just thanks to the filter of the camera ( after i've seen a pict of her without make up and photoshop i was like " shes seems an akward old fish" , my wife was right) And what about Sullivan?? He plays the most stupid character ever, the one that you want to punch until the end of the day. I have to say a lot of things about this awful show but i can reasume everything with the word "HORRIBLE". Will please, come back to you horse character...Dramas are not for you.… Expand
  21. Stefania64
    Mar 15, 2016
    0
    What a crap! Where are all these feminists when a show like that came up?! Its an insult to every woman, Arnett is embarassing the lead actress annoying, the best friend is the stupid one and the only funny character is the black guy ( coincidence?). I really despise London as a character and i didn't like the actress as well. Netflix i hope you're going to cut this crap.
  22. ThomasCast
    Apr 8, 2016
    0
    The wrost dramedy i have ever seen. The plot is ridicolous with useless a plot twist, the acting is awful too ( in particular the girl who plays London and that Travis Mills guy). Its not a suprise that this show has been the wrost rated netflix original series, even Fuller house has a better rating from users! and the funny thing is that the actress who plays London and Arnett have saidThe wrost dramedy i have ever seen. The plot is ridicolous with useless a plot twist, the acting is awful too ( in particular the girl who plays London and that Travis Mills guy). Its not a suprise that this show has been the wrost rated netflix original series, even Fuller house has a better rating from users! and the funny thing is that the actress who plays London and Arnett have said that has been a "success". Where? In many countries flopped, and i've read countless articles about how bad this show is. At the beginning i didn't want to believe the critic, but after watching the whole season i had to agree. After love, master of none, House of Cards and now The Ranch i cant believe that this show stand in the "Netflix original series". Its an insult to women, real recover alcholist and even venice beach ( the fact that there's just one black guy is ridicolous). its a show that just Will Arnett's fan can enjoy, 'cause if you have watched a real Dramedy you would laugh at this show too.… Expand
  23. clayla
    May 19, 2016
    0
    this has been a total disappointment! can't believe that Netflix (who usually produces series that are actually worth something) agreed on this! It's disgusting to think that people read those scripts, patted each other on their backs and went like 'okay, this is great! people are gonna love this!". absolutely disgusting. As a woman and as a recovering alcholist I found this disturbing,this has been a total disappointment! can't believe that Netflix (who usually produces series that are actually worth something) agreed on this! It's disgusting to think that people read those scripts, patted each other on their backs and went like 'okay, this is great! people are gonna love this!". absolutely disgusting. As a woman and as a recovering alcholist I found this disturbing, and utterly offensive. Bad acting at its finest, especially the main actress and that guy from the Free Coffe ****
    Really disappointed.    … Expand
  24. babu90
    May 28, 2016
    0
    The wrost show i have ever seen. i dont how someone with a brain can actually like it. Now i understand why it has been called "the first netflix flop", its almost june and they still have to renew it, i read that netflix didnt want a second season ( a fact that even flaked account has confirmed on twitter) but it seems that that fool of Arnett started a deal for just 6 episodes. Wow...The wrost show i have ever seen. i dont how someone with a brain can actually like it. Now i understand why it has been called "the first netflix flop", its almost june and they still have to renew it, i read that netflix didnt want a second season ( a fact that even flaked account has confirmed on twitter) but it seems that that fool of Arnett started a deal for just 6 episodes. Wow... didn't Ruth kearney and sullivan said that it was a success? In every websites the numbers of voters are so low, just see any other netflix show with a billion of more votes.. and in fact every netflix original has been renewed within a few weeks. So so happy, in you face Arnett.. this show was pointless , dumb, poor acting ( The lead actress is annoying on every level), an insult to women and to every real alcholist. So glad that flopped and that netflx agreed just for 6 more episodes ... so glad. This kind of shows have to end here, enough with perverted white men and a dumb blonde female character ( and actress in this case).… Expand
  25. nulla8
    May 28, 2016
    0
    I wasted 4 hours of my life, i have hoped until the end that it would turn into a better show, but it was even more awful. Pontless plot twist, boring dialogues, a lot of no sense scenes , a poor acting and awful characters. There are so much better on netflix, shows with a point. This one is not a drama but is not a comedy either... its just pointless and dumb. I agree with everyI wasted 4 hours of my life, i have hoped until the end that it would turn into a better show, but it was even more awful. Pontless plot twist, boring dialogues, a lot of no sense scenes , a poor acting and awful characters. There are so much better on netflix, shows with a point. This one is not a drama but is not a comedy either... its just pointless and dumb. I agree with every critic.. and i hope that the blonde actress changes job too, 'cause shes awful, eveytime she talks shes seems to have an orgasm.… Expand
  26. hughes40
    Aug 1, 2016
    5
    Here is my take on Flaked. In the beginning it seemed and looked as tho Will had finally gotten casts for a great well written miniseries, not until the maybe episode 5 6 that I realized i was actually watching the washed down poor mans version of Californication. I still finished the season.
  27. marikarossi334
    Sep 2, 2016
    0
    such a shame that people still consider things like this enjoyable to watch and respectuful things. Misogynist, racist, direspectful to alcholist and women and just... my eyeballs are going to fall out for wasting four hours of my life.
  28. MartinJus
    Apr 4, 2016
    0
    The fact that some people say that its a real drama, realistic and dark , scares me so much. How old are you? And, actually, have you ever seen a real drama? this show has nothing to do with califonication, its a bad copy. And the funny thing is that you can only compare it with Bojack, another stupid show. Its unbelievable, tv during this time sucks if this generation find a show likeThe fact that some people say that its a real drama, realistic and dark , scares me so much. How old are you? And, actually, have you ever seen a real drama? this show has nothing to do with califonication, its a bad copy. And the funny thing is that you can only compare it with Bojack, another stupid show. Its unbelievable, tv during this time sucks if this generation find a show like this "inspiring". And it more akward the fact that the only way Arnett gained a little bit more attention for this show was just for talking about his addiction had helped him writing the plot. Wow Will.. you said that just after your show has been described as "the most criticed of thi year".. coincidence?! Come back to you horse character, its better for everyone.… Expand
  29. kellina4
    Mar 14, 2016
    0
    This show is Sh*t for real, **** men a stupid girl and a random black guy. The only good thing is the soundtrack. Didnt like it at all, hope Netflix will invest in another original series.. i have enough with Arnett and his ****
  30. axco
    Mar 13, 2016
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After watching the traile i tough tha it could be good... but i was totally wrong. Everything is wrong, boring plot and cast. I didnt like Chip, London.. everyone! So basically she was a trophy and " as always" she choose him 'cause he was better looking?! Really? What a twist, i didnt see that coming for sure… Expand
  31. dAvidI
    Mar 25, 2016
    0
    I didin't like but i disagree with some people here, i'm a fan of will arnett and i'm totally disappointed, a guy here said basically that if you dont like this show you're not intelligent.. seriously? because you clearly didnt watch any significant drama to say that this one is good. there is not a cathegory to put this show, its just pointless, They wanted to give a message aboutI didin't like but i disagree with some people here, i'm a fan of will arnett and i'm totally disappointed, a guy here said basically that if you dont like this show you're not intelligent.. seriously? because you clearly didnt watch any significant drama to say that this one is good. there is not a cathegory to put this show, its just pointless, They wanted to give a message about redemption but they did a bad job. There is always a reason if the critic gives a bad review, you can like this show but you have to be objective.. its a very bad one. Boring, pointless, not a very good acting and an unreal Venice Beach. Wow ... this a show to skip.… Expand
  32. nadiadlnava
    Aug 15, 2016
    0
    This show just doesn't make sense ! Two guys fighting for the same girl like she is just a piece of meat but we have to believe that she is actually independent and a feminist 'cuz she likes Frida Kahlo. After that, she "obviously" falls in love with the handsome man, even though it actually feels like a forced relationship because the lack of chemistry between them is more than evident. IThis show just doesn't make sense ! Two guys fighting for the same girl like she is just a piece of meat but we have to believe that she is actually independent and a feminist 'cuz she likes Frida Kahlo. After that, she "obviously" falls in love with the handsome man, even though it actually feels like a forced relationship because the lack of chemistry between them is more than evident. I don't even understand the plot because, like I said before, nothing makes sense. The acting is dreadful. London is just a trophy to them and the acting of the lead actress is not believable at all. Oh my, this show it's just...awful.… Expand
  33. MrsY
    Jan 4, 2017
    0
    I heard a lot of criticism and didn't listen to it because everyone obviously has a different taste but...I must say that the negative comments here are on point. I don't get this show at all. I tried to go through a whole season but it was too painful to go through it. The plot has no point. The acting is so bad that I had to cringe more than once. A big fat disappointment to be quiet honest.
  34. KyleC86
    Mar 13, 2016
    0
    One of the wrost tv show EVER, There is no drama, no comedy, Theres sexisms, the lead female is superficial and the actress who plays it is awful.. Its like watching a bad version of Mean Girls, Will Arnett still thinks that hes a great actor, but the funny thing its that the only ones who think it are his fans. If Netflix renewed such a show i quit with them. The way the show portraitOne of the wrost tv show EVER, There is no drama, no comedy, Theres sexisms, the lead female is superficial and the actress who plays it is awful.. Its like watching a bad version of Mean Girls, Will Arnett still thinks that hes a great actor, but the funny thing its that the only ones who think it are his fans. If Netflix renewed such a show i quit with them. The way the show portrait women is horrible. Please Netflix dont follow this path.… Expand
  35. vietta98
    Mar 20, 2016
    0
    What a useless show. venice beach is not like this at all, just one black guy? Seriously? How can someone call this show "good" just beacuse two episodes? And what about the actin? London seemes everything but a deep character, weird permormance by the actress. Such a stupid show
  36. Viafl
    Mar 13, 2016
    0
    A really bad show, its like watching a teen drama tihout a real drama. They act like kids, the age gap id quei disgusting as the waitress who choose Chip cause is better looking. To me a second season is pointless, there no reason to continue this "drama". Can Will Arnett just focus on his stupid cartoon? Thanks.
  37. Freddiee
    Mar 22, 2016
    0
    What a **** show. To me its more a shock finding out that there are still people who enjoy watching this kind of show, where the woman is treated like a an object and the fact that we're still portrait Venice Beach as a "white" community. Hope it will be cancelled
  38. shepherald
    May 19, 2016
    0
    I've never seen a worst show ever (and that's something really strange, considering all the shows I've seen in my life). Fuller House is better. At least, the actors can do their jobs, and the leading actress doesn't look like a **** chicken. I hate it. And if Netflix renews this thing, I will surely quit with them!
  39. MaxXA
    Jan 6, 2017
    0
    I knew that it was bad from what basically everyone said, but after watching it myself i can totally confirm that. Boring, pointless, akward acting. Someone teach the blondie girl how to act first and then that if they want to be more realistic she should not wearing make up even in bed. Disgusting male character, not realistic at all. An insult to every recovery story about a dipendence.I knew that it was bad from what basically everyone said, but after watching it myself i can totally confirm that. Boring, pointless, akward acting. Someone teach the blondie girl how to act first and then that if they want to be more realistic she should not wearing make up even in bed. Disgusting male character, not realistic at all. An insult to every recovery story about a dipendence. Plot twist useless, almost a Clichè. Basically the only good thing was the music, period. Still wodnering how netflix decided to renew it for a second season.. but hey they always renew for second seasons even if a show flop like this one. Hope this is the last year that we're going to see a **** series like this one.… Expand
  40. JennyDi
    Jan 14, 2017
    0
    I do not know how this show got a second season. There is literally nothing interesting or even funny about this show. I really hope that Netflix does not review for a third season!
  41. DolorisH
    Jan 14, 2017
    0
    Boring show. Bad plot. Even worse is the acting itself. Watched one episode which was more than enough! Seriously, this is no comedy because there is no humor in this.
  42. Balu
    Jun 5, 2017
    10
    I have seen a **** of shows in my life, and Flaked is the one that spoke to me the most.
    I guess people who rate this have never read a good book.
    Expecting some over the top storyline. This show is a character analysis. I't is not about the story, rather about how people treat themselves and each other. What drives their behavior and how it affects others. Other storytellers show you    I have seen a **** of shows in my life, and Flaked is the one that spoke to me the most.
    I guess people who rate this have never read a good book.
    Expecting some over the top storyline. This show is a character analysis. I't is not about the story, rather about how people treat themselves and each other. What drives their behavior and how it affects others.
    Other storytellers show you when or if a character lied, Flaked leaves it in the open. You can decide for yourself whether you sympathize with the decisions that Chip makes, but you don't have to sympathize with them. The character is not there to win your favor.
    Flaked shows the flaws of human nature better than most other shows currently on Netflix. And anyone who has actually spent time trying to figure out themselves, deal with addiction or just trying their best to be a better person and failing because basic human nature comes from narcissism.
    Flaked handles theese topics in a very smart and subtle way. My only criticism is that it also tries to be funny, which is not its strong side, but the jokes seem as desperate and spontanious as the ones we make in real life conversations. Not like the ones written by some comedy genious staff.

    TL;DR: Flaked seems to be misunderstood by people that were expecting something else.    … Expand
  43. jwtyler
    Jun 13, 2017
    10
    The general disapprobation for this show is indicative of the low tolerance in our day for complex writing and nuanced character sketches. Slow to start and slow to develop, this jewel flies over the head of the fidget spinner ADD generation.
  44. hiddeswift
    Jun 16, 2016
    0
    pointless, boring, awful cast, awful plot. I wasted four hours of my life (hours I could've spent doing other things - thing WAY better than this tvshow, like watching a wall, take a nap, eat some pasta, play with my fingers).... just to know that this show exists is offensive and annoying. I really hope this won't get renewed 'cause it's like 10000 steps back from quality television. Willpointless, boring, awful cast, awful plot. I wasted four hours of my life (hours I could've spent doing other things - thing WAY better than this tvshow, like watching a wall, take a nap, eat some pasta, play with my fingers).... just to know that this show exists is offensive and annoying. I really hope this won't get renewed 'cause it's like 10000 steps back from quality television. Will Arnett is a disgusting human being and I can't believe he has fans and supporter - whom actually liked, enjoyed and praised this show. Terrifying.… Expand
  45. intruder313
    Mar 12, 2016
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved Will Arnett in Arrested Development but I could not reach the end of Ep.1 of Flaked: what little humour there was was predictable and slightly grating.
    More annoying was that every woman who lays eyes on "Chip" is apparrently instantly, shamelessly smitten - I'd had enough when "London" appeared and started drooling too.    … Expand
  46. Broyax
    Jan 9, 2017
    0
    Une sorte de sitcom à laquelle il manque les rires enregistrés mais dans laquelle on peut reluquer une jolie paire de nibards, car l'espèce de tocard en short, il a pas l'air comme ça mais il se tape de la pétasse premier choix quand il va pas buller à la plage. Il a ses potes, d'autres abrutis encore plus cons que lui parce qu'il est trop "cool" entre deux réunions aux alcooliquesUne sorte de sitcom à laquelle il manque les rires enregistrés mais dans laquelle on peut reluquer une jolie paire de nibards, car l'espèce de tocard en short, il a pas l'air comme ça mais il se tape de la pétasse premier choix quand il va pas buller à la plage. Il a ses potes, d'autres abrutis encore plus cons que lui parce qu'il est trop "cool" entre deux réunions aux alcooliques anonymes.

    Cette série tout en carton avec ses dialogues en mousse se veut "cynique" ou "drôle" (?) mais fait l'effet d'un pet dans la baignoire. Même recyclée en rouleaux de pet-cul, on ne risquerait pas à se torcher avec. Même pas au niveau d'une simple flaque (de quoi, on préfère ne pas demander).    … Expand
  47. alessia
    Jan 5, 2017
    0
    flaked is the worst tv series I've ever see, it's pure s**t. I didn't like the actors, the cast was awful, especially Ruth Kearney. Absolutely boring, pointless and horrible.
  48. robotpony
    Jun 4, 2017
    9
    Flaked is a train wreck of a show, albeit a somewhat slow and aimless one. The drama has a warm, low-key vibe that is a lot of fun over a bottle or two of wine. The show is a good reminder that not all problems have obvious paths, sharp edges, or abrupt crescendos, some just play themselves out slowly as people evolve.
  49. Bhirschhorn
    May 20, 2016
    10
    I have no idea what the bad reviews were talking about. This show is engaging, and phenomenally written. It exposes inauthenticity in the most genuine and exposed way possible. Anyone who has ever lived life sober understands what Arnett's character Chip is going through, including making an incredibly bad deal for himself with his soon to be ex-wife. The music is rad, the charactersI have no idea what the bad reviews were talking about. This show is engaging, and phenomenally written. It exposes inauthenticity in the most genuine and exposed way possible. Anyone who has ever lived life sober understands what Arnett's character Chip is going through, including making an incredibly bad deal for himself with his soon to be ex-wife. The music is rad, the characters real, the scenery exquisite. This makes me miss So Cal. Please let this show live another season! Will--don't listen to the haters! This show is exactly the kind of credible, bold, original programming Netflix delivers! This show isn't about a man-child. It's about a man living life on life's terms. Come on, people, meet Chip where he's at and see life though his eyes for 30 minutes. I couldn't help but binge watch this whole thing in a few days. Looking forward to season two!… Expand
  50. neokeane
    Jul 5, 2016
    8
    There's something comforting and nice about it. Maybe it's the fact that the main guy is a bit lost, like all of us, and this makes it easy to relate to him. The show's not perfect but that's not what it's about - it's as messed up as real life can be.
  51. chaseau
    Mar 14, 2016
    8
    I liked it. It started slow but I came to like the characters, love the whole venice vibe, and this show is not for everyone, many reviewers say the adults act childish so, this show is just not meant for everyone.
  52. Stingwood
    Mar 17, 2016
    5
    Beside cast and location (Who doesn't love Venice?), everything seems like lame sitcom from the 90s. It's not as bad as people rating it, but it's worse than you can hope, even if you're Will Arnett's fan.
  53. captainova
    Mar 14, 2016
    10
    Not as pointless as anyone here will say, better than anyone here will give it credit for. Don't listen to the reviews, this show is definitely worth watching.
  54. Scraper
    Mar 30, 2016
    6
    I'm having trouble understanding people's burning hatred of this show. I've read a lot of reviews where people just despise the fact it's centered around white men. It pains me to give it a luke warm review because I'd rather go against the grain of all these hot heads who don't really understand the concept. At it's core, Flaked is about dealing with all types of failure. It actuallyI'm having trouble understanding people's burning hatred of this show. I've read a lot of reviews where people just despise the fact it's centered around white men. It pains me to give it a luke warm review because I'd rather go against the grain of all these hot heads who don't really understand the concept. At it's core, Flaked is about dealing with all types of failure. It actually picks up Bojack Horseman's baton and people couldn't get enough of that show. The trouble is, it lacks intensity. It's clever writing. It just never pops.… Expand
  55. joshuab
    Mar 15, 2016
    8
    This show is fantastic. I love the characters and the setting in Venice is a beautiful backdrop. The banter is really fun and Will Arnett does a great job embodying a character that is so clearly selfish but also loveable.
  56. VHSvsBeta
    Mar 21, 2016
    8
    I find it strange that so many people have had such a strong negative reaction to this show! It's subtle and evenly paced with a nice focus on the vagaries of friendship and all relationships.
  57. MEFzelder
    May 18, 2016
    8
    "Flaked" fue una sorpresa que me sorprendió para bien, por el formato y la forma en que Netflix la promociona esperaba ver una comedia, pero en realidad es un drama muy interesante e introspectivo, si tiene momentos de humor pero la serie no gira en torno a hacerte reír sino en ir desglosando la historia de los personajes.
    Conocemos a Chip, interpretado por Will Arnett, un alcoholico    "Flaked" fue una sorpresa que me sorprendió para bien, por el formato y la forma en que Netflix la promociona esperaba ver una comedia, pero en realidad es un drama muy interesante e introspectivo, si tiene momentos de humor pero la serie no gira en torno a hacerte reír sino en ir desglosando la historia de los personajes.
    Conocemos a Chip, interpretado por Will Arnett, un alcoholico recuperado que simpatiza con la mayoría de las personas de Venice, y a Dennis, David Sullivan, el mejor amigo de Chip que es más introvertido e inseguro. La serie nos va introduciendo de a poco en la vida de ambos, nos presenta a las mujeres de su interés, qué hacen, cuál es su historia, qué hace que estos dos personajes sean amigos, todo a cuentagotas.
    Lo interesante de la serie es que el foco de la cámara se centra más en Chip y en Dennis que en la relación romántica con London, algo muy novedoso en la televisión de hoy con tantas comedias románticas. Es fascinante como esta relación se fortalece o se renueva con los malos momentos.
    La recomiendo bastante, no es una serie para todos (Mucho menos si buscas una comedia), los actores masculinos son muy legítimos en su papel, el guión es interesante y sorprende de principio a fin.    … Expand
  58. LisaT
    May 28, 2016
    10
    Superb. it explores truth- in relationships with other people, with the facts, with yourself. Fascinating stuff, interesting themes explored really well, with great sensitivity, time and one liners.. will watch again.. Great acting from the lead..Argghh, the more I think about the resolve, the more layers there are! Interesting reading up about 13th stepping too..
  59. ChipyTrike
    Mar 20, 2016
    8
    Why all the hate? Flaked is a nice little piece on all the messy aspects of life as a man-child. Not everything on TV has to be revolutionary or ground-breaking. The show had some truly tangible moments of despair and aimlessness. Being 40 something and single in LA is probably a lot like the first season of Flaked.
  60. ChrisJC
    Mar 27, 2016
    7
    Flaked seems to be getting a bad rap for being a 'Will Arnett vanity project' that is generally unfunny or boring. To these naysayers I would suggest watching past episode 4 and continuing with the series. You will see that it evolves from an unfunny sitcom feeling show to a deep and emotional story about a liar with a more hidden past than first meets the eye. Tackling subjects likeFlaked seems to be getting a bad rap for being a 'Will Arnett vanity project' that is generally unfunny or boring. To these naysayers I would suggest watching past episode 4 and continuing with the series. You will see that it evolves from an unfunny sitcom feeling show to a deep and emotional story about a liar with a more hidden past than first meets the eye. Tackling subjects like depression and the California bubble with a lead character that surprisingly becomes less and less likable and certainly more selfish with his decisions.
    Is it perfect? NO, not even close but it's worth a watch. Hopefully if a second season gets greenlit the writers will focus on the more emotional aspects of the show that made it great and work on developing the characters. Some terrific performances throughout and I would definitely suggest giving it a go even if it is just to prepare you for any future seasons we see.    … Expand
  61. dgauss
    Apr 4, 2016
    8
    I really liked this show. The reviews almost scared me away too. Its really dark adult humor with a bit of awkward realism. The caricatures are well written and I really enjoyed the plot. Its subtle, not loud, not stupid. I can see the parallels to Bojack and maybe that's what I enjoy about. Not all stories are full of lovable characters but they still have stories. This would be aI really liked this show. The reviews almost scared me away too. Its really dark adult humor with a bit of awkward realism. The caricatures are well written and I really enjoyed the plot. Its subtle, not loud, not stupid. I can see the parallels to Bojack and maybe that's what I enjoy about. Not all stories are full of lovable characters but they still have stories. This would be a great example of one.

    If you were one of those that enjoyed Bojack or even Californication this might be right up your alley.    … Expand
  62. Muddpye
    Mar 20, 2016
    10
    Will Arnet was fantastic.... the other supporting characters all hit the mark as well. Kudos for a funny and extraordinarily intuitive, nuanced piece of work....I didn't find anything negative...I was charmed by all of it....I am shocked to see so many negative reviews here... In fact, there are numerous times where I watched a scene more than once! I rarely do that.... Arnett blossomedWill Arnet was fantastic.... the other supporting characters all hit the mark as well. Kudos for a funny and extraordinarily intuitive, nuanced piece of work....I didn't find anything negative...I was charmed by all of it....I am shocked to see so many negative reviews here... In fact, there are numerous times where I watched a scene more than once! I rarely do that.... Arnett blossomed and the writing was so rich.... The looney mom played by Kirstie Alley...nailed it. The trip to Palm Springs awesome..... The friction between the characters male to male and male to female reminded me so much of my real life...TREMENDOUS. I also enjoyed the musical choices throughout the episodes...drew a very vivid, warm portrait of a real 40 something man, who happened to kill another human being and was merely dealing with it HIS WAY..... BRAVO!… Expand
  63. Guillegringo
    Apr 8, 2016
    9
    don't be foolish by the bad's reviews, this show is awesome, starts a little slow to my taste, but the story change in the 5th episode and adds some drama to the mix, will character is so funny, remember me gob from arrested development... waiting for the 2do season
  64. Mikethelegend
    Apr 2, 2016
    8
    I loved this show. No idea why there are so many haters. Shot on location, smart dialogue and pretty decent story lines. Looking forward to season two.
  65. s7rugg1e
    Mar 25, 2016
    7
    I generally think that the series is over-demonized by much of the critics, but there are some problems with it. The focus on Chip's hypocrisy is a good humanizer, and a main draw. The constant bickering between Dennis and Chip can get old. London's character is quite flat and Cara's character almost no-existent, and I don't blame the actresses, I just feel their writing was not well putI generally think that the series is over-demonized by much of the critics, but there are some problems with it. The focus on Chip's hypocrisy is a good humanizer, and a main draw. The constant bickering between Dennis and Chip can get old. London's character is quite flat and Cara's character almost no-existent, and I don't blame the actresses, I just feel their writing was not well put together. They seem almost secondary. When the big "surprise" reveal occurs in the 5/6th episode, it doesn't really explode, but simply crackles out.

    All in all, it's a decent, quick series to consume, and somewhat worthwhile - I would say that the writing could use more creativity, but as someone that lived in Southern California and misses its lazy hypocrisy personified by Chip, the beautiful camerawork and the ambiance of Venice Beach almost push this rating to a 8.5 or 9 .    … Expand
  66. rudincausi
    Mar 29, 2016
    10
    amazing plot and clever writing, doesn't get enough credit here, nonetheless this calibre of writing and performance hasn't been tested before. It has all the signs of a cult following tv-show. Arnett's performance is powerful and layered
  67. Eyenotalent
    Apr 16, 2016
    10
    Fantastic intelligent entertaining show. Brilliant acting, beautiful women, interesting funny characters that seem real and can relate to. I would not trust any of these negative reviews. You need to see it for yourself. People have different likes...I didn't agree with one critical review... Great series thank you!
  68. Yelena001
    Mar 13, 2016
    9
    Amazing show, great acting, well written, dark and witty at the same time, funny dialogs and pleasant atmosphere. I wish there will be more shows like this one. Looking forward to a second season!
  69. ae4249
    Mar 12, 2016
    9
    I disagree with reviews. so far. I find this show nuanced, intelligent & so,so aware of what it's like to be / interact with an addict--all without hitting the viewer over the head. Kudos. That a comedian could play the real & let the comedic come through with subtlety--brilliant. Lets you feel the sorrow and laugh at the same time.
  70. AbbyBrown
    Mar 21, 2016
    10
    I dont know what all the hate is about. I absolutely enjoyed the series and watched it all in one sitting. I would even watch it again. Great show with an interesting premise.
  71. chekovsgun
    Jun 6, 2018
    0
    Bad enough of a show, made worse by knowledge that Will Arnett has relapsed because of it. I hope with every fiber of my being that he comes to his senses and drops this. If not, I hope Netflix cancels it.
  72. dispencer187
    Mar 28, 2018
    3
    It might be accurate to the bums that live in Venice, but that doesn't make it watchable. It's just not funny nor is there any drama. Either make the characters more douchy/funny or have some kind of heartbeat. Is anybody buying that Will Arnett could land those girls? I'm not.
  73. CriticalCorrect
    Dec 27, 2017
    7
    Flaked isn't aiming for TVs best show or the worst it aims at something TV shows shouldn't, but boldly tries to anyway, the humanistic traits. Where most shows throw their massive production budget into CGI stunt pieces and sets, making the audience forget their problems in the real world, Flaked addresses peoples problems particularly thier flaws, using both its actors and writer to doFlaked isn't aiming for TVs best show or the worst it aims at something TV shows shouldn't, but boldly tries to anyway, the humanistic traits. Where most shows throw their massive production budget into CGI stunt pieces and sets, making the audience forget their problems in the real world, Flaked addresses peoples problems particularly thier flaws, using both its actors and writer to do so. Whilst, yes, it really only suites the middle class viewer, the middle age viewer and the the younger audience albeit searching for jobs, it at least shows, discusses and relinquishes in its problems. This show will not please you, like the crap ones with over blown budgets try to, but at least in some way it gets you to face yourself.

    Not for the viewers who want to forget and use entertainment in a conducive way, certainly not for educational purposes but, in some ways, it at least allows you to explore the characters differently instead of the constant third viewer sympathy trudge we normally get. The acting and the story telling are used perfectly by its location, which are actually both colourful and interesting, not all parts are realistic, but the conflict of the show ties it together well. The only thing it lacks is convictional writing and some scientific language to boost it messages to being somewhat intellectual.

    Finally to address the already overwhelmingly bad reviews for this, I can simply tie it down to an audience who likes to watch exciting programs instead, side note: "so do I." However I don't think the the reviewers and audiences alike have taken into account a show that is a break from forgetting and instead a time for some reflection, which is actually sometimes enjoyable and helpful, I understand finding it boring, but least try not to be so harsh on something that helps others, its not harmful for TV like this to be made so I think the scathing reviews are unwarranted.    … Expand
  74. Derek2323
    Jun 27, 2018
    10
    This is an outstanding, character driven dark comedy. It has more humanity and insight than 98% of the shows currently available, and still manages to capture the interest. More like a long film than a TV show, I believe the hate is mostly based on the show's bait and switch -- the title and intro segment are accurate representations of the show's content, but only ironically. If thatThis is an outstanding, character driven dark comedy. It has more humanity and insight than 98% of the shows currently available, and still manages to capture the interest. More like a long film than a TV show, I believe the hate is mostly based on the show's bait and switch -- the title and intro segment are accurate representations of the show's content, but only ironically. If that sounds interesting, and if you'd like to watch a charming man peel away the layers of his self-deception, watch this beautiful show.… Expand

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 16
  3. Negative: 5 out of 16
  1. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Mary McNamara
    Mar 14, 2016
    30
    Flaked, created by Arnett and Mark Chappell, is just another exasperating exploration of stunted white male adulthood.
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  2. Vox.com
    Reviewed by: Emily VanDerWerff
    Mar 14, 2016
    30
    It's a leaden, soggy mess, that only gets messier as it goes.
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  3. Philadelphia Inquirer
    Reviewed by: Molly Eichel
    Mar 14, 2016
    40
    [Netflix's Love] at least felt fresh and directed in the way it surgically examined the tropes of the romantic comedy. It was a character study that had a purpose, explaining through its run why we were watching these characters to begin with. Flaked never answers that question.
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