Haters Back Off

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Oct 14, 2016
Season #: 2, 1
User Score
6.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 96 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 96
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 96
  3. Negative: 32 out of 96

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  1. BHonest
    Jan 19, 2017
    0
    I find this show very disturbing i knew a girl in highs school that was a little slow and it looks exactly where she is drawing her inspiration from same issue with the makeup lipstick on the teeth the over reaction and the low IQ.
    It is very very obvious that she is making fun of people with mental disabilities and it should be canceled and the actress need to apologize to disabled    I find this show very disturbing i knew a girl in highs school that was a little slow and it looks exactly where she is drawing her inspiration from same issue with the makeup lipstick on the teeth the over reaction and the low IQ.
    It is very very obvious that she is making fun of people with mental disabilities and it should be canceled and the actress need to apologize to disabled people the world wide.

    She should be ashamed of herself!!!!!!!    … Expand
  2. legrand23
    Oct 14, 2016
    8
    Not perfect, but it really entertained me. Miranda is still annoyingly funny; as expected. The whole cast is amazing! But I think Angela Kinsey and Erik Stocklin stole the show.
  3. Renthead
    Oct 14, 2016
    10
    I've been eagerly awaiting Haters Back Off since its announcement, however, I did have some reservations in regards to Miranda's move from Youtube to the new platform. Turns out there was no need to be worried, the season was great overall and every episode felt fresh, each being equally entertaining.

    Colleen, Chris and everyone else involved in the series have done an incredible job    I've been eagerly awaiting Haters Back Off since its announcement, however, I did have some reservations in regards to Miranda's move from Youtube to the new platform. Turns out there was no need to be worried, the season was great overall and every episode felt fresh, each being equally entertaining.

    Colleen, Chris and everyone else involved in the series have done an incredible job and I can't wait to see if we'll get a 2nd season.    … Expand
  4. SWordOfDoom
    Oct 18, 2016
    0
    There is nothing funny about this show. It's painful to watch. The level of stupidity involved in making this is astounding! Watching this show will give you brain cancer.
  5. Jelmer
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    If you love sketches and lots and lots of sarcasm, please watch Haters Back Off. It's awesome, trust me. The show is just perfect, but that's my opinion.
  6. HereComesDoug
    Dec 15, 2016
    10
    I found the YouTube series to be rather meh… but Netflix and Ballinger collaborated to do something awesome with Miranda Sings in this series. They placed her in the real world where her attitude and actions have real consequences and portrayed her as a homeschooled mentally ill girl that is shielded from society by her family (also mentally ill) because of how the world would see her andI found the YouTube series to be rather meh… but Netflix and Ballinger collaborated to do something awesome with Miranda Sings in this series. They placed her in the real world where her attitude and actions have real consequences and portrayed her as a homeschooled mentally ill girl that is shielded from society by her family (also mentally ill) because of how the world would see her and treat her.

    The show has an almost Peewee Herman level slapstick silly feel at first, but then it gets deep and dark. It throws constant weirdness, innuendo, and situational comedy at you that makes you laugh… then it reminds you that it’s all supposed to be real by presenting harsh consequences that make you feel bad for laughing… because what you’re really laughing at is the tragedy of a family plagued with mental illness spiraling downward into a hole. I love it! I can’t get enough of it! I can’t wait until next season!    … Expand
  7. jonhathan
    Oct 15, 2016
    0
    This is way too forced to be funny. All characters are exagerated past minimum tolerance. The main message is a pretty valid one but the show is just more onoxious than I can take. Some very funny and intelligent situations end up being ruined by the cringeworthy overacting, everything is dialed up on 10. It's a shame. If it's a conscient style choice, which it appears to be, it doesn'tThis is way too forced to be funny. All characters are exagerated past minimum tolerance. The main message is a pretty valid one but the show is just more onoxious than I can take. Some very funny and intelligent situations end up being ruined by the cringeworthy overacting, everything is dialed up on 10. It's a shame. If it's a conscient style choice, which it appears to be, it doesn't work for me (eufemism)… Expand
  8. portmanteau
    Oct 14, 2016
    3
    A one note joke, that falls flat when extended, excruciatingly, over eight episodes. It works on youtube, sort of, when you don't know the shtick, but even then it's the same thing iterated endlessly.
    The characters never really find their footing or develop any discernible depth, and it becomes more of an exercise in cringe-endurance.
  9. MirandaSingsFan
    Oct 14, 2016
    10
    Best Show Ever!!!Can't wait for season 2!
    I am so proud of Colleen Ballinger and Chris Ballinger,they did an excellent job!
    Everyone go and watch the show because it's perfect!
  10. PaulJazz24
    Oct 20, 2016
    10
    Clever, absurd, ironic and very well acted.
    Funny and sad at the same time: the present time's society mirror, where even the worst inept fancies himself a talented artist.
    The problem of our reality is that, usually, many people totally lacking any talent, got success.
  11. fable
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    We have a proverb saying that each monkey which is uglier, its playfulness is more. No offense, but after strangers with candy I haven't seen someone pretending to be ugly and playful like Amanda in this show!
    Fantastic show and fantastic actress. Pay attention, I said pretending otherwise she really is beautiful especially in big heart.
  12. Watchtower
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    OMG... look, i am not one to write a review; though, I have experience in many ares of life, therefore, i believe my review has stealth. One thing i do take time to watch is comedy, and when i laugh and find myself immersed in something, characters etc... , it is always very eclectic. 80's were my prime. I watched this show and i could not stop watching ... episode. after episode TheOMG... look, i am not one to write a review; though, I have experience in many ares of life, therefore, i believe my review has stealth. One thing i do take time to watch is comedy, and when i laugh and find myself immersed in something, characters etc... , it is always very eclectic. 80's were my prime. I watched this show and i could not stop watching ... episode. after episode The acting is some of the better acting in comedy. Each character puts their heart and soul into this performance, not false, total vulnerability at it's most intensity. They really are putting it all forward. It is far more advanced than SNL. This is one of the best comic shows i have ever watched. Totally in love with each character, they really poured their heart out in this show. I am so impressed. Topic is so current too; Internet stardom. Cast, - you will all go so so far in life. Do not ever settle for less, each and everyone of of you have proven to be remarkable with grand canyon level capabilities. Even the manger of the fish store is remarkable, noting the smaller role. Writing is amazing ... a fantastic series. Bad reviews only mean they do not relate. If you like it, it is a 10, if you bag it, you are not on a superior level.… Expand
  13. andysehlhorst
    Oct 17, 2016
    10
    I am a Mirfanda and was very excited for this show! Even after having good expectations for the show I was pleasantly surprised by getting my expectations surpassed! Even my friends who don't necessarily like Miranda told me that they wanted a season 2 of this show!
  14. Chrisman27
    Oct 15, 2016
    8
    Ok so i saw this today and knew i had to try it and as i was watching i quickly fell in love with miranda and her wacky family shes rude at times but is a total sweetheart and is adorible the show itself is like modern family meets youtube its simple sweet and charming u cant help falling in love with it too sweetv
  15. 1netflixandchil
    Oct 15, 2016
    10
    From the first episode to the last I have felt emotions for a fictional character like I never felt before. Throughout the season, I felt the storyline was very well written. From someone who has briefly seen Miranda Sing on youtube a few times, this made me want to got watch more of here videos. I feel that Netflix took a huge risk, And they definitely succeeded. I really had a greatFrom the first episode to the last I have felt emotions for a fictional character like I never felt before. Throughout the season, I felt the storyline was very well written. From someone who has briefly seen Miranda Sing on youtube a few times, this made me want to got watch more of here videos. I feel that Netflix took a huge risk, And they definitely succeeded. I really had a great understanding of what happens and I laughed constantly throughout the season. The only part I disliked was there were not enough episodes. I give this 5 stars and look forward to a season 2. once again Netflix Wowed us.… Expand
  16. ale_c
    Oct 16, 2016
    8
    I'm actually shocked at how much I enjoyed this. I came in with low expectations (based on previous cases of Youtubers making a lack-luster transitions to TV) and was surprised to find myself really enjoying the storyline and the development of characters. I would have to say that Angela Kinney's role was the highlight of the season, but it was also great to see Colleen Ballinger showcaseI'm actually shocked at how much I enjoyed this. I came in with low expectations (based on previous cases of Youtubers making a lack-luster transitions to TV) and was surprised to find myself really enjoying the storyline and the development of characters. I would have to say that Angela Kinney's role was the highlight of the season, but it was also great to see Colleen Ballinger showcase emotions I didn't expect from Miranda, based on what is presented of the character on Youtube. The show is not perfect; I found it to be a bit slow in some parts. But all in all, the show was very well done, and not to mention very funny. Really hope Netflix picks it up for a second season.… Expand
  17. autumnjoy
    Oct 17, 2016
    10
    This series has a beautiful mix of laughs and heart. It's like a modern day Napoleon Dynamite meets a fun loving 80s movie (ie Honey I shrunk the Kids) meets the untouchable Colleen Ballinger. I was so pleasantly surprised with this show as it isn't like the regular Miranda Sings videos, as it shouldn't be, but offers similar qualities of the Youtube channel so many have come to love.
  18. lbfinley
    Oct 26, 2016
    10
    I loved this show. Yes, its over the top. That's the style of the show. Some people will not like it. But can't wait for more! I'm sure I will watch the entire season again before the next one is released. Loved!
  19. Kelcelle
    May 17, 2017
    0
    The aim of the show is to make fun of sensitivity and emotional intelligence and the only way you could enjoy the show is if you jumped on the bandwagon and became a hater yourself. Lazy humour, making fun of other people is so easy why not make me laugh with something more original?
  20. astrowhiz
    Jul 20, 2017
    10
    This seems to be quite a polarizing show. People either love it or hate it. I really love it, one of the funniest shows I've seen for years. It's quite surreal and off-beat so if you're expecting a generic US sitcom with conventional 'gags' this probably isn't for you. I really like the details in this show like the cluttered home, weird decor and slightly strange church and pastor andThis seems to be quite a polarizing show. People either love it or hate it. I really love it, one of the funniest shows I've seen for years. It's quite surreal and off-beat so if you're expecting a generic US sitcom with conventional 'gags' this probably isn't for you. I really like the details in this show like the cluttered home, weird decor and slightly strange church and pastor and besotted ice cream boy.
    You're not meant to root for Miranda or even like her. She's meant to be somewhat grotesque, it's her sister Emily who is the sympathetic character
    I think a lot of people don't seem to understand comedy and dismiss anything that doesn't make them laugh. Humor is subjective but comedy isn't and this is a well acted and well written show that dares to be a bit different and that should be celebrated.    … Expand
  21. spongeswift
    Jan 7, 2018
    7
    Haters Back Off was good harmless fun. It was spunky and had a fun little story. Was it great? No but it had it's redeeming qualities. Miranda showed a side that we never saw, it was deeper and bigger, little videos with no real story turned to big story based connecting episodes that was an experiment that could work for some people but for sure not all.
  22. cherold
    Mar 3, 2018
    4
    I never heard of the youtube channel Miranda Sings until I read reviews of this series, and having been neither able to make it through the pilot nor through any of the several videos I checked out, I can say this series isn't for me. But the lead does have some talent playing a no-talent - the opening song in the pilot is cleverly bad - so I can see where this might really appeal to some people.
  23. willvargas
    Apr 19, 2018
    8
    It's literally a show, you have to be patience to understand the performance and the sense cause is kind of little silly jokes that creates one unique big complex exotic joke.
  24. reviewfrom19842
    Jan 6, 2017
    2
    Haters Back Off is an unfunny comedy. With decent acting, horrible writing, and horrible characters. I had to stop watching at the 3rd episode it was just that bad and I have not watch any episode scene.
  25. asfkdsbsfka
    Feb 2, 2017
    1
    I really wanted to like this as she's a nice youtuber and she's funny, but this series is horrible. It bored and and irritated me from the first minute, but I kept watching the rest of the episode thinking it will go better... but, no, sadly...
  26. RoyalCityMan
    Apr 11, 2017
    2
    This is the most disturbing thing I've ever seen on a TV show. This isn't funny. It's tragic. You have a young delusional woman in need of a major course correction in an environment where her uncle is a spaz and her mother is a weak push-over. They both contribute to the problem. The main character has zero dimension or character arc; she is just a weak stick figure from one show toThis is the most disturbing thing I've ever seen on a TV show. This isn't funny. It's tragic. You have a young delusional woman in need of a major course correction in an environment where her uncle is a spaz and her mother is a weak push-over. They both contribute to the problem. The main character has zero dimension or character arc; she is just a weak stick figure from one show to the next that you can't really do anything with. Who the frig had money and thought this was a good idea!? Even the 'Cone heads' barely had enough to put a movie together with and this is a fraction of the potential of that! As a comical satire, it's too over-the-top. On YouTube, a few minutes here or there is fine but it doesn't translate well to TV.… Expand
  27. Nazario08
    Jun 29, 2018
    3
    É, com certeza, a série mais chata que eu já assisti. O enredo é manjado, os personagens são chatos e o cenário é sempre o mesmo.

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Metascore
54

Mixed or average reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 9
  3. Negative: 2 out of 9
  1. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Robert Lloyd
    Oct 13, 2016
    80
    This is an origin story, and like "Saturday Night Live" sketches blown up to big-screen size ("The Blues Brothers," "Wayne's World," "Superstar," et al.), it faces the challenge of shaping a funny idea into a semblance of life, and succeeds.
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  2. Yahoo TV
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    Oct 13, 2016
    50
    Miranda sings badly with great gusto; she is witheringly sarcastic to people even though we know she has misunderstood what they’ve said. It’s a very impressive, thought-through presentation by Ballinger. I admire it, but I also didn’t find it funny.
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  3. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Jen Chaney
    Oct 13, 2016
    50
    Not everything in Haters Back Off! works. In fact, a lot of it doesn’t. It’s a show whose title basically serves as a warning.
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