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Love Monkey: Season 1

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Generally favorable reviews based on 25 Critic Reviews

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Generally favorable reviews based on 77 Ratings

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Love Monkey

Season Details & Credits

CBS | VH1 | Season Premiere Date: January 17, 2006

Starring: Christopher Wiehl, Thomas Cavanagh, Katherine La Nasa

Summary: Adapted from Kyle Smith's book, this hourlong dramedy follows the life of Tom, a New York record company executive played by Ed's Tom Cavanagh.

Genre(s): Comedy, Drama, Music

Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E8. Coming Out
Air Date: May 16, 2006
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S1:E7. Mything Persons
Air Date: May 9, 2006
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S1:E6. Opportunity Knocks
Air Date: May 2, 2006

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Metascore

64

Critic Reviews

100

Chicago Tribune

Sid Smith

"Love Monkey" may well be the smartest and most innovative network comedy-drama in many a year. Read full review

80

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Rob Owen

A thoroughly enjoyable series, the kind that makes you smile throughout and occasionally burst out laughing. Read full review

75

New York Post

Adam Buckman

This is a series with potential. Read full review

70

Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Melanie McFarland

Unless you're a cold, cynical, seen-it-all kind of guy (or chick), odds are you'll find a lot to like about the first episode. Read full review

67

Entertainment Weekly

Gillian Flynn

For all the amiability of the cast, few of their interactions feel natural. [27 Jan 2006, p.73]

60

The New York Times

Alessandra Stanley

The series is well written, and has its moments. Read full review

10

Village Voice

Joy Press

Another failed attempt to use rock as the backdrop for an insipid sitcom. Read full review

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7.9

User Reviews

10

Don

Feb 20, 2008

I miss this show a lot. I think it was so cool and anti-establishment. I could relate to all of the characters on the show and I loved all of he music; not to mention the cameos (Martin Luther is so talented). I think this show was way too progressive for it's own good.

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10

AmandaW

Feb 21, 2006

It totally sucks that they have pulled this tv show. I hate to watch tv but Love Monkey I was accually looked forward to watching durning the week. It was awesome! And the charactors where really talented. Not just a bunch of phonies. *sighs* I think they should make Love Monkey into a box It totally sucks that they have pulled this tv show. I hate to watch tv but Love Monkey I was accually looked forward to watching durning the week. It was awesome! And the charactors where really talented. Not just a bunch of phonies. *sighs* I think they should make Love Monkey into a box set so that those who do love Love Monkey can continue to watch it.… Expand

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10

jimmy

Mar 13, 2006

Funny and somehow meaningful, let's hope that it isn't abaondoned to make room for another CSI!

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StaceyD

Jan 30, 2006

I like this new series ... it's different than anything on network television.It is a breathe of fresh comedic air, with a touch of drama. The characters are real and believable, characters that audiences can really relate too.

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DonR

Mar 3, 2006

I loved this show. If given a chance, I'm sure it would be a breakout hit.

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JamesS.

Jan 25, 2006

The fact that Nic Harcourt is a music director for the show is proof positive that this show is just not meant for network television. I think the show means well, but it's destined for more of a niche market, which CBS and Sony simply cannot provide the proper atmosphere for the show. The fact that Nic Harcourt is a music director for the show is proof positive that this show is just not meant for network television. I think the show means well, but it's destined for more of a niche market, which CBS and Sony simply cannot provide the proper atmosphere for the show. Cavanaugh's noble ideals are certainly threatened by the hypocrisy and business behind the scenes of the show. GREAT attempt. Just wont make it. Take it to a network that can do this show right.… Expand

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SarahS

Jan 18, 2006

This has to be one of the worst shows that I have ever seen. All the "edgy" points that this show was trying to make with its comentary on how the music industry need to change and be about better music rings so false when their main musical showcase this week, "Wayne", who is susposed to This has to be one of the worst shows that I have ever seen. All the "edgy" points that this show was trying to make with its comentary on how the music industry need to change and be about better music rings so false when their main musical showcase this week, "Wayne", who is susposed to amazing, is dreadfull radio friendly crap. This show tries way to hard to be cool and hip and in the process just ends up coming off out of touch. Any one who puts any effort into finding good music to listen to, will be truely effended by what this show has to offer.… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: January 17, 2006
- tbd
  S1:E8. Coming Out
  Air Date: May 16, 2006
- tbd
  S1:E7. Mything Persons
  Air Date: May 9, 2006
- tbd
  S1:E6. Opportunity Knocks
  Air Date: May 2, 2006
- tbd
  S1:E5. The Window
  Air Date: April 25, 2006
- tbd
  S1:E4. The One Who Got Away
  Air Date: April 18, 2006
- tbd
  S1:E3. Confidence
  Air Date: April 11, 2006
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  S1:E2. Nice Package
  Air Date: April 11, 2006
- tbd
  S1:E1. Pilot
  Air Date: April 11, 2006