• 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. Negative: 10 out of 191

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User Reviews

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.)
  5. MarilynL
    Sep 18, 2006
    9
    great one-liners good ensemble
  6. LucyD
    Sep 19, 2006
    9
    Enjoyed show very much. Will watch again.
  7. HeleneP
    Sep 22, 2006
    9
    I loved this show Keep up the good work
  8. judyb
    Sep 22, 2006
    9
    how refreshing no violence/ no dead bodies funny and very refreshing keep going up
  9. DonW
    Sep 29, 2006
    9
    good start... even out the pace a bit
  10. GreenToast
    Mar 8, 2007
    9
    It's a good show with talented writers. please bring it back for another season.
  11. JackieA
    Nov 16, 2006
    9
    Great cast chemistry combined with good writing. An enjoyable show to watch.
  12. 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.
  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. 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
  15. 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.
  16. julieh
    Sep 25, 2006
    9
    I think this is a great show and I hope that it stays on. I have enjoyed it.
  17. AndiS
    Sep 25, 2006
    9
    I love this show! I laughed till I cried when the racoon followed her around. This is a sweet show and really a REFRESHING BREATH OF AIR!!! WAY better than the crappy "reality" shows!
  18. slee
    Mar 14, 2007
    9
    I really enjoy this show. The characters have a lot of heart and usually make me smile and laugh which is very unusual for most of the shows on air now. I hope it won't be cancelled.
  19. SamanthaB.
    May 18, 2007
    9
    I really enjoyed this show and looked forward to watching it! I hope it will continue as a series next fall. When will we know if it is coming back? Last season I was a huge 'Invasion' fan and I feel that it was just left hanging with no real conclusion. I was very disappointed. I hope that I will not be disappointed again.
  20. rosec
    Sep 17, 2006
    8
    enough laughs and characters to keep my interest
  21. lucille
    Nov 3, 2006
    8
    i was very suprised i did not think i would like this show i am not a fan of situation comedies but anne heche and the other characters are enjoyable i will tune in whenever possible very enjoyable
  22. 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.
  23. JileneL
    Sep 20, 2006
    8
    Funny and good!
  24. AnneB
    Oct 7, 2006
    8
    The pioot was slightly frenzied but each week the show's improving. It fun, light-hearted entertainment.
  25. Elizabeth
    Sep 19, 2006
    8
    I enjoyed watching this show. I warmed up to all the characters by the end of the show.
  26. cheryl
    Sep 20, 2006
    8
    i found it to be entertaining, and it had me looking forward to the next show.
  27. donnaw
    Sep 25, 2006
    8
    The little I did see of the second episode was interesting. I do not like the cop shows, I watch other satellite programming.
  28. LindaG
    Apr 27, 2007
    8
    This show has everything: Drama, comedy, romance and a little suspense. What I would really like to know, is when it will be back on again!
  29. annieo
    Dec 26, 2006
    8
    Good fantasy show. NOT at all like the real Alaska. So it
  30. 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.
Metascore
48

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 24
  2. 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. 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.
  3. 20
    A clichéd, cloying show.