Harry's Law

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Jan 17, 2011
Season #: 2, 1
Metascore
48

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 21
  3. Negative: 6 out of 21

Critic Reviews

  1. Uncle Barky
    Reviewed by: Ed Bark
    Jan 17, 2011
    75
    An improbably entertaining outing that initially finds Kathy Bates' character reclining at her office desk while smoking pot and bemoaning her fate.
  2. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Paige Wiser
    Jan 13, 2011
    75
    Kelley's trademark whimsy feels awfully forced at this point, and Bates comes across as stiff and depressed (although that could have to do with her injuries).
  3. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
    Reviewed by: Rob Owen
    Jan 17, 2011
    70
    What the show lacks in originality it makes up for in crisp, politically tinged dialogue.
  5. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Ginia Bellafante
    Jan 17, 2011
    70
    Harry's Law is lighthearted sanctimony.
  6. Variety
    Reviewed by: Brian Lowry
    Jan 14, 2011
    70
    Kathy Bates is just the person to deliver David E. Kelley's tart dialogue, and he surrounds her with enough quirky characters to make this Cincinnati-set spiritual companion to "Boston Legal" a breezy diversion.
  7. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    Jan 14, 2011
    67
    Odd, but not off-putting.
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Awards & Rankings

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#43 Most Discussed TV Season of 2011
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#98 Most Shared TV Season of 2011

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User Score
7.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 50 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 50
  3. Negative: 4 out of 50
  1. sGabe4
    Feb 18, 2011
    8
    The pilot was charming, wonderful and full of great acting. Kathy Bates proves why she got that Oscar. The sadly not so much utilized ShoeThe pilot was charming, wonderful and full of great acting. Kathy Bates proves why she got that Oscar. The sadly not so much utilized Shoe Store subplot is funny as hell.… Full Review »
  2. MaryDuffy
    Apr 6, 2011
    10
    I read that NBC was disappointed that this show is watched by so many 50+ people, 'a market no advertisers want.'

    Now I know what is really    I read that NBC was disappointed that this show is watched by so many 50+ people, 'a market no advertisers want.'

    Now I know what is really wrong with the American ecomony- Advertisers! Americans 50+ control 70% of the money in the US. Brand loyalty is no longer cemented at 18-35, but the Ad trade continues to think that age group is 'where it's at' ! Loyalty today is a price thing and if Walgreen's make a cheaper copy iof Dove soap, This 66 year old will try it, after using Dove for years.

    Harry's Law is wonderful- a great combo of humor and serious issues, and an eye-opener to 'inside the poor 'hoods' of a big city. Bravo to Kelley, and Brava to Bates.    … Full Review »
  3. brownieo
    Mar 25, 2011
    10
    I love this show. It has been a long time since I have so looked forward a show. I do hope that it will be renewed and very sad that thereI love this show. It has been a long time since I have so looked forward a show. I do hope that it will be renewed and very sad that there are only two more shows this season.… Full Review »
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