Master of None

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Nov 6, 2015
Season #: 3, 2, 1
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 569 Ratings

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  1. dijavantewow
    Dec 1, 2015
    10
    This is one of the best comedies I've seen in a while, and at many moments, it didn't even feel like a comedy because they touched on real issues that many people have and are facing. The idea of the quarter-life crisis really hits home in this show and I think they did a great job portraying it in a way that shows comedy and heart together.
  2. BaltimoreBrian
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    One of the show's virtues is its vivid fresh-yet-familiar depiction of New York City. To the creators' great credit, the city appears as clearly "New York" but also very anonymous, and not at all cliche. Characters are not beholden to particularly place-identities ... "Brooklyn," "Williamsburg," "Meatpacking," etc. Rather the sense of "New York City"-for-people-of-this-age-demographicOne of the show's virtues is its vivid fresh-yet-familiar depiction of New York City. To the creators' great credit, the city appears as clearly "New York" but also very anonymous, and not at all cliche. Characters are not beholden to particularly place-identities ... "Brooklyn," "Williamsburg," "Meatpacking," etc. Rather the sense of "New York City"-for-people-of-this-age-demographic inheres in the low-key espresso bars, anonymous dive bars, etc. It's an update on the "old" Woody Allen-style of on-screen/in-scene place-marking: it shares with the ambulatory conversational style and rhythm familiar in his movies ... but WITHOUT Woody's impulse to diverge into "NYC" cliches or contrivances ...
    Another strength is the slight sense of free-wheeling fantasy, partly created by the unmoored sense of place, and the often wooden and slightly stilted/unnatural style of acting among many cast members, especially Aziz (a trademark of his style). Calling out a public deviant on a train, in one scene for instance, has a flight-of-fancy "what if" feel to it. The show manages to tackle serious and key social (most explicitly race and gender) issues affecting young urban Americans, but tends to resolve into utopian visions. The subtle dreaminess pervading the scenes aligns the show with feel of Transparent season 1.    … Expand
  3. keanex
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    I'll keep this simple and short. Master of None is similar to Louie in the way that it's filmed with a cinematographic eye, has funny and serious/sad moments, and hits on hard to talk about topics. Both do so extremely well, but Master of None speaks more closely to millennials than Louie does.

    Master of None is a fantastic show that centers around a romantic interest, with each episode    I'll keep this simple and short. Master of None is similar to Louie in the way that it's filmed with a cinematographic eye, has funny and serious/sad moments, and hits on hard to talk about topics. Both do so extremely well, but Master of None speaks more closely to millennials than Louie does.

    Master of None is a fantastic show that centers around a romantic interest, with each episode hitting on social issues. Give it a watch, you don't have much to lose.    … Expand
  4. TheKinBladez
    Nov 7, 2015
    10
    At times heartwarming, at times heartbreaking, at every moment brilliantly honest, Master of None fits with the sub-genre of sitcom that seems to have arisen fairly recently wherein characters are written to be real and the situations are written to be more real. It's hilarious at times, but not in the stereotypical, predictable way that bogs down other sitcoms; the characters and theAt times heartwarming, at times heartbreaking, at every moment brilliantly honest, Master of None fits with the sub-genre of sitcom that seems to have arisen fairly recently wherein characters are written to be real and the situations are written to be more real. It's hilarious at times, but not in the stereotypical, predictable way that bogs down other sitcoms; the characters and the situations they find themselves in are accurate and relatable, and that more than any other aspect of this amazing 10 episode show are what make it work so well. It will speak to you, and while you'll laugh at the jokes, the story going on behind the jokes is what will stay with you longer.… Expand
  5. Ravivenk
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    The best sitcom anywhere today.......and that includes Veep and Episodes. Ah, the joy of watching one of these gems never ends. It's dark but it's not, it's tongue-in-cheek and yet not; and it keeps it real. Very real.
  6. KinkyKid
    Dec 8, 2015
    10
    I feel so connected with Dev and I understand all his doubts and questions and that's the reason I'm obsessed with this show, for me is so true life, very funny and very sad at the same time. I want more
  7. aman213
    Nov 7, 2015
    10
    Great show by Aziz Ansari. Nice to see him step into a lead role and kill it. The show is refreshing, and also relate-able. If you like Aziz in parks and rec or his stand up, you'll like him in this show even more.
  8. ChiliPants
    Nov 6, 2015
    10
    An absolute masterpiece of the modern Netflix sitcom and must watch for any fan of not only comedy, but also rich, diverse storytelling. Gets to the heart of the American relationship and brings along a cast well executed and acted side characters (who I'm anticipating they flesh out more in subsequent seasons) that keep you pushing play on the next episode. Aziz rides a creative andAn absolute masterpiece of the modern Netflix sitcom and must watch for any fan of not only comedy, but also rich, diverse storytelling. Gets to the heart of the American relationship and brings along a cast well executed and acted side characters (who I'm anticipating they flesh out more in subsequent seasons) that keep you pushing play on the next episode. Aziz rides a creative and stylistic rush of good taste. Noel Wells suberb in the female lead. Do yourself a favor and watch this show.… Expand
  9. steve620
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    First of all I love Aziz man. He is hilarious acting and on stage. Very uplifting and definitely one of the feel good shows on Netflix. Would recommend.
  10. drenvy2k9
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Full disclosure- I'm not only brown, but Tamil, just like Aziz/ Dev, and actually was born in Chennai, so I may be a TAD biased, but then again I tend to like violent, sci fi movies, and have only ever liked a handful of TV comedies ever, if you can even call this show that.

    What is this show? I don't even know. I thought it was a TV show- a comedy? Netflix original? Okay. Comedy about    Full disclosure- I'm not only brown, but Tamil, just like Aziz/ Dev, and actually was born in Chennai, so I may be a TAD biased, but then again I tend to like violent, sci fi movies, and have only ever liked a handful of TV comedies ever, if you can even call this show that.

    What is this show? I don't even know. I thought it was a TV show- a comedy? Netflix original? Okay. Comedy about a comedian trying to juggle his personal life and his carrer and friends while trying to find himself? I don't know- it may be all those things but it so, so, so much more. I have never written an online review- ever- but I felt I had to because I have never seen anything like this. Master of None just unassumingly starts like any other modern comedy (with a nice bang!) , but before you know it you are smiling, laughing, and all warm and fuzzy, all the while watching the characters in the show discuss and experience seemingly serious issues like racism, sexism, and modern social life. I think the beautiful thing about this show is that it doesn't hit you over the head with messages or even try to hard. It's just funny. The characters are just funny. The writing feels natural and relaxed.

    Like, I said before, it personally struck a chord because there are VERY specific things that this show deals with and explores, some of which I have explicitly stated before (like how when I first came here to the US as a kid, the only Indian stereotype was "Apu" from the Simpsons/ convenience store/ gas station worker and everyone just said "Thank you, come again" as shown in the episode "Indians on TV") and then there were things that I have barely thought about, like the struggle of my immigrant parents, and my relative lack of gratitude for how much easier my life and childhood was/ is compared to what theirs was, apparent daily by the comparatively trivial things I worry about.

    There are so many words people have used to describe this show: "funny," "very well-written," "charming," "cute." It is all these things, and more, and I want to thank Aziz Ansari and the shows writers and creators and Netflix because like people have heard me say before, it is because of people like Aziz Ansari and Mindy Kaling that, although they are "just" "TV people"/ comedians, the Indian stereotype is no longer JUST the gas station clerk (or AI robot maker)    … Expand
  11. srikanth57
    Nov 14, 2015
    10
    An interesting, funny, sophisticated comedy in these weird times of pick your genre or go back to watching Friends, HIMYM, or some other old shows. I really want Netflix to bring back Season 2!
  12. RVNayil
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    At last a Netflix show which is refreshingly original, poignant, relatable and very, very funny. The entire cast mesh well together and talk about issues that are often bubbling on the surface but haven't quite been broached. The show focuses on one particular theme per episode, with the overall plot moving alongside these explorations.

    Would highly recommend for either a casual few    At last a Netflix show which is refreshingly original, poignant, relatable and very, very funny. The entire cast mesh well together and talk about issues that are often bubbling on the surface but haven't quite been broached. The show focuses on one particular theme per episode, with the overall plot moving alongside these explorations.

    Would highly recommend for either a casual few episodes, or a full season binge.    … Expand
  13. SG87
    Nov 21, 2015
    10
    This show started of like "Ok, so what's so special about this comedy". Then, it hits you like no other. It is very unique, clever, sometimes subtle but hilarious. This is my new favorite show on Netflix!
  14. CoqiBasil
    Dec 2, 2015
    10
    One of the best comedy show. The characters are so relevant with daily basis. And has great social values. Worth to watch show, and worth to win Emmy awards. The acting of Aziz Ansari are beautiful.
  15. RaiderRow
    Jan 9, 2016
    10
    This is a quasi "deadpan" show which explores life's everyday conundrums from a lighter funnier perspective. If this were a movie, it would probably win an Oscar for best picture. If you watched Birdman and didn't understand why it got the Oscar for best picture, you probably won't get this show either; it's not for you!
  16. MatHippolyte
    Feb 15, 2016
    10
    Aziz Ansari is simply great at transfering emotions. The show is extremely well built and the actors are very convincing and act brilliantly written characters. Sometimes hilarious, sometimes cheesy, but never borig. This is a must-watch on Netflix.
  17. ethanfp582
    Jun 14, 2017
    10
    Unfortunately, I can't give this show a 9.8, the only fault is has being some shoddy acting, so I've rounded to 10, and I believe that this is the best show I've ever seen. Every single minute has meaning, and you truly never know what's going to happen, because it's a very realistic show. There are times where it drags you through the mud, but every moment of redemption feels so goodUnfortunately, I can't give this show a 9.8, the only fault is has being some shoddy acting, so I've rounded to 10, and I believe that this is the best show I've ever seen. Every single minute has meaning, and you truly never know what's going to happen, because it's a very realistic show. There are times where it drags you through the mud, but every moment of redemption feels so good because of it.
    It feels, in a way, that you are Aziz Ansari (Dev) because of just how realistic it is. It's by no means an easy light-hearted show, but I don't think that it should be deducted of points because of that.
    It's very stylistic in its own way, and the people in charge of direction and color did an extremely good job.

    Great ass show; watch it    … Expand
  18. moisty
    Feb 17, 2018
    10
    Finished the First season show in 3 days and i apsolutely adored it. It is so amazing and well written. It handles both funny and serious topics so well. If you get a chance try it out it probably won't click instantly on First episode but just finish it, continue and see the magic of Master of None.
    Rating: 10/10
  19. campbellsouptm
    Aug 13, 2020
    10
    HILARIOUS. I genuinely laughed out loud, and I don’t do that for TV Shows. All the characters were so fun and loveable. Great watch
  20. austinv
    Nov 30, 2015
    9
    One of my favorite shows on Netflix. Touches on themes relevant to young adults in a funny and charming way. Loved almost every episode (there was just one dud). If you are not enjoying it by episode 3, give it up but definitely give it a chance!
  21. Scraper
    Dec 22, 2015
    9
    Young people will not like this show. There won't be enough explosions for them. Everyone's talking about it living up to the hype. I honestly believe if a show isn't bombastic with trashy race humor, your everyday internet-going college-aged dickweed is going to say it didn't live up to the hype. That's what people want: boobs, swearing, and race-humor. Master of None is a bit moreYoung people will not like this show. There won't be enough explosions for them. Everyone's talking about it living up to the hype. I honestly believe if a show isn't bombastic with trashy race humor, your everyday internet-going college-aged dickweed is going to say it didn't live up to the hype. That's what people want: boobs, swearing, and race-humor. Master of None is a bit more insightful, and funny.… Expand
  22. TheQuietGamer
    Mar 8, 2016
    9
    It's not the kind of comedy that constantly goes for gut busting laughs and elaborate gags. There's a lot of insightful conversations and interactions between friends and people in relationships. There are plenty of funny and downright hilarious moments, but this comedy feels more centered around real life scenarios. As a result it comes off as more intelligent than the average half-hourIt's not the kind of comedy that constantly goes for gut busting laughs and elaborate gags. There's a lot of insightful conversations and interactions between friends and people in relationships. There are plenty of funny and downright hilarious moments, but this comedy feels more centered around real life scenarios. As a result it comes off as more intelligent than the average half-hour comedy show.

    The cast is fantastic and the dialog is excellent. These feel like real people engaging in mostly realistic scenarios. It's a nice change of pace from the heightened worlds, characters, and humor of most shows. The plots often touch on relatable themes, and no, not only just for minorities. In essence this is kind of a coming of age tale, only these aren't teenagers or people in their mid twenties.

    Aziz Ansari's 30-something character is struggling with realizing that he's nearing the time where he needs to pick a path for his life. A pre-mid-life crisis? The show touches on a lot of things like this. Such as the difficulty of modern relationships and appreciating members of the previous generations.

    It's an all around excellent show. There's laughs and heart to be found. Aziz Ansari and Alan Yang show impressive talent as writers and Netflix pulls out another win.

    I give the show a 9.1/10    … Expand
  23. jloome
    Dec 26, 2015
    9
    I hate logging into anything and am generally antisocial. I'm bothering here because of the variety of negative reviews vamping on the idea that anyone who likes this show must be some sort of bot or paid account. No, some of us just have taste and like shows that exhibit restraint, realism and subtle, dry (and often black) humor. This isn't "Kimmy Schmidt", which I found occasionallyI hate logging into anything and am generally antisocial. I'm bothering here because of the variety of negative reviews vamping on the idea that anyone who likes this show must be some sort of bot or paid account. No, some of us just have taste and like shows that exhibit restraint, realism and subtle, dry (and often black) humor. This isn't "Kimmy Schmidt", which I found occasionally funny but so over-the-top absurdist that it just didn't appeal to me. This appeals to me. 'Dev' is a realistic character, as are his friends. It's a show about his life, not a series of contrived problems and hyper unrealistic characters. There's nothing wrong with absurdist fantasy; there's also nothing wrong with smart comedy. That's why it's getting upvoted; guess what: sometimes, the majority of people disagree with you. It happens to all of us.… Expand
  24. Paulo_Jorge
    Nov 6, 2015
    9
    Master of None is trully funny without being needy or ofensive, it's pure comedy that goes smoothly and makes you wanna watch the next episode right away, one of the best comedy series that goes premiere in 2015.
  25. Allion
    Nov 7, 2015
    9
    There's something about this show that I just love, but I don't really know how to describe it. I really enjoyed this show and I hope they can continue on with it.
  26. RoverGrover
    Nov 22, 2015
    9
    I'm loving it so far. It's a lot more relatable than any show I've seen in a while. The show episodic themes touch on first world problems that currently afflict my demographic. Given the fact that a lot of my favorite shows take a season before they hit their stride, I’m excited to see where this show goes.
  27. SlyMongoose
    Nov 6, 2015
    9
    Hilariously honest, anyone who's a fan of Aziz's standup will find a lot the material just as sharp and witty. And there's still a lot about the show that's refreshing and new.
  28. justinackermann
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    While this show is not "Laugh out Loud" hilarious, if find it weirdly entertaining. Noel Wells is so gosh darn adorable its hard not to binge watch the show just for her. Aziz is also fantastic, and while not as over the top as his roles in Scrubs or P&R, he is still a great lead and his comedy still shines where you least expect it.
  29. LockeJohn
    Nov 24, 2015
    9
    A clever unusual TV show. Every episode deals with different issue and makes you think about it. There's also some great acting, Noël Wells and H. Jon Benjamin killed it. If you want a quick laugh and expect this is a sitcom, you probably wont like it.
  30. reeceabbott
    Nov 24, 2015
    9
    Initially, the series seems to fill position of the 'easy-watching' TV that you've seen from the likes of 'New Girl' and 'How I Met Your Mother'. However, it soon becomes clear that themes throughout the show are modern, relatable and believable, and are delivered with a delicate and well constructed script. Along with an enjoyable cast, the camera is well utilised and shots are easy onInitially, the series seems to fill position of the 'easy-watching' TV that you've seen from the likes of 'New Girl' and 'How I Met Your Mother'. However, it soon becomes clear that themes throughout the show are modern, relatable and believable, and are delivered with a delicate and well constructed script. Along with an enjoyable cast, the camera is well utilised and shots are easy on the eye, and the charming nature of the show keeps you engaged enough that you want to keep watching, though not so much that you are constantly rewinding if you've missed the odd line.… Expand
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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 31
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  1. The Lincoln Journal Star
    Reviewed by: Jeff Korbelik
    Nov 23, 2015
    91
    There are times when the dialogue is rough and doesn’t flow quite right, but not enough to overshadow the humor. Ansari has a gem of a show here.
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  2. Time
    Reviewed by: Daniel D'Addario
    Nov 19, 2015
    90
    Master of None, one of the most assured shows in recent memory, knows exactly what it’s doing.
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  3. The New Yorker
    Reviewed by: Emily Nussbaum
    Nov 16, 2015
    80
    Wide-ranging and genuinely funny.
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