Generation

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Season 1
  • Network: HBO Max
  • Series Premiere Date: Mar 11, 2021
User Score
7.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 110 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 77 out of 110
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 110
  3. Negative: 31 out of 110

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  1. cec29
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    this show is GREAT representation of what it likes to go through high school as a queer poc. There’s humor, angst, and a great sense of community.
  2. repwtation
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    The fact that the reviews are filled with Shawn Mendes' fans who got butthurt over a joke on the show tells you a lot. This show has LGBT+ representation and does it so well. The plot is so much fun and the writing is amazing. It deserves a season 2 so bad, so please, consider giving this show a chance!
  3. horrorvacui
    Jun 28, 2021
    9
    It's funny, relatable and realistic show with a great cast and amazing queer representation (queer characters are literally played by queer actors). it was much easier to watch for me than euphoria cause it was actually written by young people with teenage povs in mind. also it's sometimes so cute and hilarious, as a 18yo queer teenager I'm so happy I finally have a show I can relate to
  4. kylie99
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    the queer representation is out of this world!! the actors and character arcs are incredible!! the cinematics are so beautiful and i just adore this show so damn much !!! so much thought and love put into this and it really shows
  5. ashton91
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    Justice Smith leads a fantastic cast of young up-and-comers in this chaotic, funny but most importantly heartfelt ode to teenage queers.
  6. Alexxxxxxxxx149
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    Una excelente representación de la vida y vivencias de adolescentes. Te podes sentir identificado con cada uno de los personajes
  7. Rage29
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    This show is the best representation of queer youth I’ve ever seen on screen. This is what we need, this is the show that queer youth NEED to feel seen and represented. This show has changed my life and so many others. 10/10 recommend to ANY queer person, but also just all people in general. Especially kids in our generation.
  8. kylee23
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    One of the only shows that truly represents the LGBTQ+ community truly for what it is. It also shows the struggle of actual highschool students, by showing the mental struggles many people struggle with. It’s not only a show aimed for highschool students, but college age students as well. I believe all ages could enjoy this show, but I do think the younger generations are more meant forOne of the only shows that truly represents the LGBTQ+ community truly for what it is. It also shows the struggle of actual highschool students, by showing the mental struggles many people struggle with. It’s not only a show aimed for highschool students, but college age students as well. I believe all ages could enjoy this show, but I do think the younger generations are more meant for this. I believe it is an incredibly written show, and it reminds me of my own highschool experience. This show helps so many people feel comfortable in their own skin. It deserves a season 2!… Expand
  9. Wellz1131
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    I absolutely loved this show, finished it in one setting. I thought it was the closest I’ve seen to realistic teen characters, which made sense once I found out there were young writers involved. I’m in love with the cast. I feel like the characters are written down to a T when it comes to the way the dress, the music they listen to, their catch phrases. Really hoping for a season 2!!
  10. lmkas1
    Mar 26, 2021
    7
    Not bad, Didn't like the first few episodes but it has good growth. The actors are good and there is potential for growth.
  11. Shaun28
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    This show has the best LGBTQ+ representation out there! Shows teens in a real way unlike many other shows that push for drama and edginess. These characters are REAL and RAW.
  12. Hristinaz
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    Love the different points of view throughout the show. The representation this good is rare.
  13. catherine04
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    This show is truly the queer representation we have been missing for a very long time. And not just the representation, but the queer joy, which is something the youth of today need to see on-screen. It gives a very accurate depiction of many queer teen lives, and feels incredibly authentic in its writing, characters and plot lines. I recommend it 100%!
  14. Cordeiro12
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    This show is so important for queer youth, and may I add for everyone really. Is raw, vulnerable, beautiful, funny, sad, real and created by queer people for queer people. The actors are amazing at drawing us audience in and feeling each emotion with them. Recommend it!
  15. ccc21
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    Love this show so much!This is one of the only shows where I feel connected to every character and storyline.
  16. agnesk
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    Justice Smith is a phenomenal actor. Chase Sui Wonders is a revelation. Love the the queer representation. Starts off jarring but quickly becomes addictive and very enjoyable.
  17. marianac1
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    Incredible, relevant, raw and amazing performances!

    So important to queer and bipoc folks who never saw themselves represented in this light on screen before. Beautiful character arcs and mesmerizing cinematography that adds to the emotional complexity of these characters relationships and interactions. Created by queer people for queer people. I've never felt so seen on screen before    Incredible, relevant, raw and amazing performances!

    So important to queer and bipoc folks who never saw themselves represented in this light on screen before. Beautiful character arcs and mesmerizing cinematography that adds to the emotional complexity of these characters relationships and interactions. Created by queer people for queer people.

    I've never felt so seen on screen before this show. Thank you Zelda Barnz for creating such a heartfelt show and giving us this characters that mean so much to me, specially Greta and Riley!

    HBO would make a huge mistake to cancel the show    … Expand
  18. sebas98
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    An amazing experience with real queer actors and the show has a great opportunity to grow
  19. anabzs
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    the cinematography of this show is incredible, the transitions between the episodes are just amazing, you can follow up with everything. plus all the characters really represent youth nowadays.
  20. salutarykitten
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I feel like this show is Girls but for teens. A lot of the complaints are about how unlikable/immoral the characters are, but that's the point. The characters aren't supposed to be likable. I think it's really refreshing to have a drama featuring LGBT antiheroes rather than the straight ones we usually get. A lot of the characters are performatively woke, invested in social justice etc and that's the point, the show is meant to critique its characters. Favourite scene so far is a girl stuck in a lockdown pretending to freak out about it so she upsets her dads, then going right back to complete stoicism. If you like shows with flawed characters you'll enjoy it. Additional note, lots of comparisons to Euphoria but other than "prestige show with messy high school kids" the similarities end there. I found Euphoria a lot more nihilistic and depressing to watch. Genera+ion isn't exactly sunshine and rainbows, but it doesn't make me feel like we're trapped in an endless nightmare the way Euphoria does.… Expand
  21. Narinski
    Mar 11, 2021
    0
    Not every good! Bad dialogue, talking about shooting and racist tweets! Bad writing and socially irresponsible
  22. flavxio
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    once again fanbases being the dumbest people in the world and just messing with things that are important for productions and consequently all people involved. all this just to get what to comment and engage on twitter, doenst matter if it's completely pointless like not understanding that because a show have a mean joke about something it doens't necessarily reflects the show values,once again fanbases being the dumbest people in the world and just messing with things that are important for productions and consequently all people involved. all this just to get what to comment and engage on twitter, doenst matter if it's completely pointless like not understanding that because a show have a mean joke about something it doens't necessarily reflects the show values, especially if it is a show about gen z teenagers that clearly lives on the internet. this probably will get an apologize and the joke will be cutted off the episode and yet y'all won't be satisfied and pretend that your idol even cares about this. be better, people… Expand
  23. jamillea
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    i love it sooo much like i didn't even know seeing real queer representation on screen would get so happy and not only the gay part is great but also storylines, dialogues and plots are amazing as well!! definitely one of my favorites series ever.
  24. imatanisland
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    I actually enjoyed it a lot, really dunno why the critics are being so hard lol
  25. CaffeineAddict
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    Amazing a bit exaggerated but really shows current world. Also it’s hot ;-)
  26. mariananogr
    Mar 11, 2021
    0
    terrible, they made jokes with real society problems! such a disgusting show...
  27. sheets234
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    This first episode thooo. I ALREADY LOVE CHESTER AND NATHAN AND RILEY SO FREAKING MUCH
  28. ErsatzGood
    Mar 12, 2021
    0
    Anyone who whimsically tells you this is honest is not. Anyone who tells you this is funny is not. Anyone who tells you this is "real" is not.

    Watch 5 minutes of the show and then tell me with a straight face it's worthy of TV, much less HBO. Who is in charge of the asylum anymore? Lena?
  29. rafaaguiar
    Mar 11, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. NÃO SE FAZ PIADA COM ATENTADO, SUAS MULAS

    Precisa nem de três neurônios pra saber que isso é errado suas porinha    … Expand
  30. helena02
    Mar 11, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this series made very unhappy lines about Shawn, talking about shootings and old Twitter posts. Thats not cool and not health… Expand
  31. itsjustmyguess
    Mar 11, 2021
    0
    why yall have to make 'jokes' about artists that way? i mean, its not even a joke, just hate. Terrible.
  32. Bellappp
    Mar 11, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Super ridícula essa merda de série deve Ser CANCELADA POR FAVOR ELES FAZEM PIADAS SOBRE TIROTEIOS… Expand
  33. shawnloserss
    Mar 11, 2021
    0
    worst tv show i've ever watched in my whole life! besides being really bad, makes jokes about concert shootings. hope this gets canceled
  34. alpascon
    Mar 11, 2021
    0
    THIS SERIE IS A GARBAGE. making funny with shootings and terrorism are UNNACEPTABLE.
  35. evermorehigher
    Mar 11, 2021
    0
    Bad dialogue, talking about shooting and racist tweets! Bad writing and socially irresponsible
  36. musicritic2
    Mar 11, 2021
    0
    not them using shawn mendes for clout... that “joke” was so disrespectful. apologize now.
  37. Solarwinds
    Mar 14, 2021
    0
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    Hello, I am new here. My website is https://www.easypresales.com    … Expand
  38. Nicoleefranca
    Mar 12, 2021
    0
    So ridiculous!! Apology for attacks and shootings are NOT jokes !! what is your problem? this is a serious thing.
  39. aubrey_
    Jul 1, 2021
    10
    i'm obsessed. plus it's relatable to me and my generation i feel like. i need a season 2
  40. nay1627737
    Aug 12, 2021
    10
    Muy buena serie, entretenida, graciosa, drama adolescente, necesito otra temporada!!!!!!!
  41. JeBjBo
    Nov 20, 2022
    7
    There is some great stuff in this. I love Nathan, and I hate Arianna. And that's kind of the problem with this show: It's so well written most of the time and well acted. But you are also forced to watch some of the most obnoxious, annoying, arrogant, narcissistic characters for 16 episodes. If you're up for that, you can find some beauty in the ugliness.
  42. jl134
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    This show is truly amazing!!! You definitely won’t regret watching it. Every character is so complex and interesting and even though they’re all so different from each other, they’re still friends. Everyone has to deal with different struggles, yet they always have each others backs. The queer-representation is also incredible! There is no queer-baiting sh*t like in almost every other tvThis show is truly amazing!!! You definitely won’t regret watching it. Every character is so complex and interesting and even though they’re all so different from each other, they’re still friends. Everyone has to deal with different struggles, yet they always have each others backs. The queer-representation is also incredible! There is no queer-baiting sh*t like in almost every other tv show. This show shows that being queer isn’t that big of a topic to be concerned about. Every character is just who they are, they like who they like and that’s it. They have more important issues to talk or think about other than their sexuality. It’s so refreshing to see an actual good representation. And you can really see yourself in every single character. It might just be some tiny things but on some level you get everyone of them.… Expand
  43. Itscapizzano
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    This is a comedy drama with a lot of queer teenager characters who are the center of the show. It's very funny and it's was written by a teenager so it's very relatable
  44. PhillipG
    Jun 29, 2021
    10
    What I love most about this show is not the plot twists or explosion but the little moments and build ups that make the show sooo magical. This show has made me think deeply and it's the representation ive always wanted and needed. My fav fav show ever!!
  45. olivierb
    Jul 8, 2021
    10
    This show is not only good but oh so important. Thank you for depicting queer joy, silliness and love. I love all these characters so much. Give an Emmy to Justice Smith.
  46. marizain737
    Jul 12, 2021
    10
    GUYYYYSSSSS!! generation is so so so so so so good, it’s about queer joy and we needed that for so long and it’s finally here!! it’s made by queer people, it’s for queer people and it’s about queer people, it’s queer chaotic and wholesome and perfect for these times, there’s so much good representation and there’ll be more in season 2 so make as much noise as you can and support the showGUYYYYSSSSS!! generation is so so so so so so good, it’s about queer joy and we needed that for so long and it’s finally here!! it’s made by queer people, it’s for queer people and it’s about queer people, it’s queer chaotic and wholesome and perfect for these times, there’s so much good representation and there’ll be more in season 2 so make as much noise as you can and support the show everywhere, share it, rate it, watch it and use the #renewgeneration. for a season 2… Expand
  47. ellakeresteci
    Jul 14, 2021
    10
    LOVE THIS SHOW AND WE NEED A SEASON 2 !! MAKE AS MUCH NOISE AS YOU CAN AND USE THE #renewgeneration ON ALL YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA !!
  48. renewgeneration
    Jul 17, 2021
    10
    The best show ever tbh. I love how the characters just feel so real like sometimes they all can be annoying or act stupid or be selfish but that's what makes them actually feel like you can relate to them. Their storylines can also be pretty relateable, although irl teenagers' life probably doesn't have THAT much alcohol and all that kind of things lol (speaking from experience). ButThe best show ever tbh. I love how the characters just feel so real like sometimes they all can be annoying or act stupid or be selfish but that's what makes them actually feel like you can relate to them. Their storylines can also be pretty relateable, although irl teenagers' life probably doesn't have THAT much alcohol and all that kind of things lol (speaking from experience). But overall it's an amazing show with great LGBTQ+ representation, I hope there will be season 2.… Expand
  49. GuiLopx
    Aug 2, 2021
    10
    é incrível, é mais que incrível é maravilhoso É INCRIVELMENTE MARAVILHOSO sério
  50. whoaalice
    Aug 28, 2021
    10
    this is show is so amazing! i wish more people would watch it. i don’t it gets credit enough for being such a great show!
  51. pepa01
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    It's simply amazing and I am very glad a show like genera+ion is out there. I hope it gets renewed, because it's the type of shows we need. The script is amazing, and the actors too. Please watch genera+ion!

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#9 Most Discussed TV Season of 2021

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Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 2 out of 12
  1. Rolling Stone
    Reviewed by: Alan Sepinwall
    Mar 11, 2021
    60
    Generation is comfortable just following the kids around and letting them exist. It’s a bit more uneven when things get plottier or when the focus shifts to the grown-ups.
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  2. IndieWire
    Reviewed by: Jude Dry
    Mar 11, 2021
    58
    Toggling between horny and clueless, the characters on “Genera+ion” feel less like 20-somethings than the pervs of “Euphoria” and less wholesome than the ones on “Sex Education.” Unfortunately, it’s everything that happens in between that’s a bit of a confused mess.
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  3. Vanity Fair
    Reviewed by: Richard Lawson
    Mar 11, 2021
    30
    An exhausting nihilism fuels Genera+ion, which grafts the preening, lukewarm snark of Gossip Girl onto the bracing pseudo-realism of Larry Clark’s Kids.
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