Men in Trees

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Season 1
  • Network: ABC
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 12, 2006
Season #: 2, 1
User Score
8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 191 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 175 out of 191
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 191
  3. Negative: 10 out of 191

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  1. julieh
    Sep 25, 2006
    9
    I think this is a great show and I hope that it stays on. I have enjoyed it.
  2. MargaretU
    Sep 24, 2006
    9
    This show gives viewers a real break from violence and the news which is sadly reflected in todays entertainment of crime, pseudo reality shows, and medical representations. Qiuirky?-sure, fun?- yeah, will I continue to watch?...you bet. This show has only one place to go and that is UP! Everyone I know loves it and looks forward to real entertainment on Friday night.
  3. BarbM
    Sep 24, 2006
    10
    Love love love it! I'm a big AH fan. Hey, I still record Another World every day!
  4. Awolf
    Sep 23, 2006
    10
    Anne Heche does a great job with her role as do all the other actors. I watch all the CSI's, Numbers, NCIS, The Unit etc. This is a nice break, a change from everyone else trying to rewrite the same show with differnt actors on different nights. I do agree this has a little "Sex in the city" more "Northern Exposure" but it has been done very well. I just hope it makes it.
  5. judyb
    Sep 22, 2006
    9
    how refreshing no violence/ no dead bodies funny and very refreshing keep going up
  6. SherriS
    Sep 22, 2006
    10
    I love this show!
  7. HeleneP
    Sep 22, 2006
    9
    I loved this show Keep up the good work
  8. TinamC
    Sep 22, 2006
    9
    I've watched the first several episodes and so far I love it--many scenes made me laugh out loud. The look on Anne Heche's face before she fell thru the ice in one scene was priceless. It's always good to try and watch a new show--are we going to watch Lost, Desperate Housewives, Grey's Anatomy, etc. forever?? In addition, there is usually nothing to watch on a Fri. I've watched the first several episodes and so far I love it--many scenes made me laugh out loud. The look on Anne Heche's face before she fell thru the ice in one scene was priceless. It's always good to try and watch a new show--are we going to watch Lost, Desperate Housewives, Grey's Anatomy, etc. forever?? In addition, there is usually nothing to watch on a Fri. night--we are boring parents of 2 young children--so this show is perfect for me.… Expand
  9. cheryl
    Sep 20, 2006
    8
    i found it to be entertaining, and it had me looking forward to the next show.
  10. s
    Sep 20, 2006
    10
    good show...it has character and is quirkey. Anne really is good in the role, and alla the characters are ones that I am interested in learning more about
  11. JileneL
    Sep 20, 2006
    8
    Funny and good!
  12. LucyD
    Sep 19, 2006
    9
    Enjoyed show very much. Will watch again.
  13. MikeD
    Sep 19, 2006
    9
    This program is great and Anne Heche is a doll. I have enjoy watching Anne in many movies and hope this program continues for mnay years. Good job to all. Very good choice on starring actress and supporting cast.
  14. WaltN
    Sep 19, 2006
    10
    Though remenisent of an earlier series, I found it to be refreshing, when compared to the run of the mill sitcoms. I watch TV for the humor, not the unbiased truth, of which there is little.
  15. C.Cotton
    Sep 19, 2006
    5
    Is this trying to be Northen Exposure!? It's not! Middle of the road fare.
  16. HeatherC
    Sep 19, 2006
    10
    I liked this show it reminded me of Northern Exposure but girlie
  17. Elizabeth
    Sep 19, 2006
    8
    I enjoyed watching this show. I warmed up to all the characters by the end of the show.
  18. ChrisJ
    Sep 18, 2006
    10
    Loved the ensemble cast...want to learn more about each character. The humor is subtle, enjoyed both the pilot and the first show...absolutely deserves a serious chance to develop an audience.
  19. GS
    Sep 18, 2006
    10
    Very likable characters. Very clever writing. Beautiful scenery. Ann Heche is adorable, and Tupper is gorgeous.
  20. LindaL
    Sep 18, 2006
    9
    A lot of these negative reviewers just seem to detest Anne Heche, for whatever reason. But she's always been a bright talent, and I think the "Sex and the Country" wit of this show could make it fun and endearing.
  21. RhondaO
    Sep 18, 2006
    8
    I had very low expectations because I'm not a fan of Heche, but was entertained and in fact found the writing to be crisp and clever. Yes, it borrows from the best and the shows influences are transparent, but the casting is well done and given time this is a show whose pace and sensibility there isn't enough of on the tube.
  22. MarilynL
    Sep 18, 2006
    9
    great one-liners good ensemble
  23. merif
    Sep 18, 2006
    10
    LOVEthis show, not too smutty yet a little edgy and different. Anne heche is wonderful. I am telling everyone to watch on Friday...there are those of us who are exhausted and will be home friday nights!
  24. JaneF
    Sep 17, 2006
    7
    It was ok. I will watch again to get a better idea.
  25. DeidreD
    Sep 17, 2006
    10
    Loved it!
  26. LeeF
    Sep 17, 2006
    9
    So it's not original -- it's funny and seems to be intelligently written. I enjoyed both episodes even though I really don't like Anne Heche all that much. (I am so sick of blondes in the lead role.)
  27. SusanO
    Sep 17, 2006
    10
    I really enjoyed the pilot of "Men In Trees". This show is fresh, sweet and quirky, along with its characters. To tell you the truth, I am SICK of reality shows! I find them insulting to my intelligence. The autumn season always feels like a time for snuggly, wood-burning things. Elmo, Alaska things. Not tapdancing with former child stars. I will be interested to see how this show I really enjoyed the pilot of "Men In Trees". This show is fresh, sweet and quirky, along with its characters. To tell you the truth, I am SICK of reality shows! I find them insulting to my intelligence. The autumn season always feels like a time for snuggly, wood-burning things. Elmo, Alaska things. Not tapdancing with former child stars. I will be interested to see how this show progresses considering the huge success of "Sex in the City." Okay, the "city" part has been removed, and the similarities to "Northen Exposure" are obvious. But I thoroughly enjoyed my short visit to Elmo!… Expand
  28. rosec
    Sep 17, 2006
    8
    enough laughs and characters to keep my interest
  29. IrisR
    Sep 16, 2006
    9
    I agree with a previous review that it is nice to see something on TV that isn't a CSI-NCIS-lawyer drama. Granted it is a bit cliche but enjoyable nevertheles. The music has been suprisingly fresh from some of my old favroties - nice to hear Steve Earle. I'll definitely recommend it to the girlfriends and sister.
  30. [Anonymous]
    Sep 16, 2006
    10
    Love it after 2 episodes. It's funny, entertaining and Anne Heche is wonderful. I really hope they keep this one around.
  31. DonnaF
    Sep 16, 2006
    10
    Refreshingly funny. Lots of room to grow and develop interesting characters and plotlines.
  32. LollieDotCom
    Sep 16, 2006
    9
    Very good ensemble. Everyone fits together well. Northern Exposure with a blonde, but we've missed hell outta NE so it's good to see it.
  33. DianeM
    Sep 16, 2006
    10
    Loved it! Very funny and a refreshing change.
  34. CraigC
    Sep 16, 2006
    10
    Very refreshing, lots of good dialogue and some beautiful scenery. Does anyone out there know the shooting location of this show?
  35. MichaelT
    Sep 16, 2006
    2
    I've checked out the first two shows, and each time I couldn't get past the first main commercial break without turning it off or switching channels. Seems I'm reminded a lot of Northern Exposure, in a been-there-done-that sort of way. The Ann Heche character still couldn't get herself a pair of boots by the second episode? This show sinks in its own mud of bad acting I've checked out the first two shows, and each time I couldn't get past the first main commercial break without turning it off or switching channels. Seems I'm reminded a lot of Northern Exposure, in a been-there-done-that sort of way. The Ann Heche character still couldn't get herself a pair of boots by the second episode? This show sinks in its own mud of bad acting and sophomoric writing, despite the nice (yawn) scenery and cute raccoon that got old real fast.… Expand
  36. AKnana
    Sep 15, 2006
    1
    I generously gave this show a 1 because I like the male characters. The writers, however, have never been to Alaska. We don't have racoons, skunks, Indian reservations or busses to Vancouver (Where it is filmed)!
  37. GordonT
    Sep 15, 2006
    6
    This is a show that I will watch if there is nothing else I like better on. Thats not all bad though. The next step is to play with my computer. For those of you who look at Anne Heche as a comedian please stop. She is a good actress and very sexy. So she is the show and the writing is not great but maybe it will get better. I guess its the limitations of regular TV.
  38. JulieR
    Sep 15, 2006
    10
    Channel surfing, I was immediately drawn into this show. I found it different and refreshing, with great writing and acting. I will watch again!
  39. DianaR
    Sep 15, 2006
    1
    Please, no more Anne Heche. She is dry and never funny. The writing is cliche and tried. Don't insult our intelligence with a racoon that can steal a wedding dress. And why did she carry it around with her anyway???? Bad acting from Heche and poor writing equals cancellation. 17 of 20 women in my office agree it isn't worth the time.
  40. DillardD
    Sep 14, 2006
    10
    Fresh and off-beat. A good new unreality show.
  41. TomP
    Sep 13, 2006
    9
    Excellent cast and fun storyline. Tightly written. Skillfully directed and acted. Lots of good music. May be a little forced in spots. Still, the first episode is slick and well done.
  42. MarshaB
    Sep 13, 2006
    8
    WIth the slim choices of good TV today I was surprisingly humored by Hiche. I will be watching the show again. I found myself telling others about some of the scenes in the pilot.
  43. MarcD.
    Sep 13, 2006
    7
    It's not the most original show in the world, but after seeing Heche's stint on Everwood, I knew she'd be worth watching in this rustic setting. The supporting characters will make this show, though. The "hostess", the bartender's ex-wife, the agent. They seem interesting. But also the men of that small town seem like they will be a good foil for the big city It's not the most original show in the world, but after seeing Heche's stint on Everwood, I knew she'd be worth watching in this rustic setting. The supporting characters will make this show, though. The "hostess", the bartender's ex-wife, the agent. They seem interesting. But also the men of that small town seem like they will be a good foil for the big city relationship coach. I'll give it another episode or two worth of rope.… Expand
  44. LesleyJ
    Sep 13, 2006
    10
    I was instantly drawn to the characters on this show. The acting was superb and the the views of Alaska are amazing. For those of us who do not enjoy cop shows and legal dramas, Men in Trees is a refreshing change. Let's hope ABC gives it a chance to find an audience before yanking it.
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Metascore
48

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 24
  3. Negative: 10 out of 24
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Alynda Wheat
    83
    With a pleasant blend of quirkiness and charm, this is an M.I.T. we can all get into. [15 Sep 2006, p.68]
  2. L.A. Weekly
    Reviewed by: Robert Abele
    70
    It’s really a sentimental looking-for-love show after all, albeit one with a wonderful lead actress who will surely do her best to bring nuance and spark.
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  3. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Maureen Ryan
    20
    A clichéd, cloying show.
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