Men of a Certain Age

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Season 1
  • Network: TNT
  • Series Premiere Date: Dec 7, 2009
Season #: 2, 1
User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 128 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 116 out of 128
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 128
  3. Negative: 10 out of 128
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  1. MeredithK
    Jan 5, 2010
    10
    I just watched 4 episodes back to back. Brilliantly written and acted, realistic and poetic at the same time. Absolutely stellar.
  2. PattiG
    Dec 8, 2009
    10
    I loved it. It was well worth the wait. Excited to see what happens next week. Ray shines.
  3. EdwardS
    Jan 11, 2010
    10
    I am sixty but this is a real life adult show. The scripts are great and the actors just perfect. Keep em coming.
  4. SoniaC
    Jan 11, 2010
    10
    I am a femaile, I must say though that this show is so.... REAL. That I took the time and effort to find a venue (here) to express this, is a biggie! I pronosticate that this will be a long running show, it should be. Congrats!
  5. BobS
    Jan 2, 2010
    10
    Refreshing, funny, real.
  6. EdwardA
    Jan 5, 2010
    10
    The last 7 minutes of episode 5 sealed the deal for me. Currently my favourite new show of the season. Andre Braugher is exceptionally good in his role.
  7. PatriciaM
    Jan 6, 2010
    10
    Only new show I cannot miss. It just gets better every week.
  8. KevinJ.
    Feb 2, 2010
    10
    Super Show. Excellent writing. Not many venues portray real-life situations for men in their 40-50's. Just the right balance of tension and successes to make it work very well. This is my new #1 on TV.
  9. AndyR
    Dec 16, 2009
    10
    This show hits home in some ways, I like the way the characters deal with shortcommings through their freindship, I hope TNT gives this show a chance and doesn't panic and pull the plug...
  10. LISAH
    Dec 8, 2009
    10
    finally a show with depth truth warmth AND reality well written and great actors THIS is what viewers want and TV needs.i just hope they don't cancel it before it has a chance to catch on-please keep it!!!
  11. carolt
    Jan 11, 2010
    10
    Best new show in ions. New, fresh, and believable. Very entertaining.
  12. BrentT
    Jan 12, 2010
    10
    Love the show, witty. Good balance of humor/drama. Middle aged men need something relateable. This is it. Hope it has great success.
  13. RyanD
    Jan 27, 2010
    10
    Funny, insightful, and well-acted - that rare kind of show that hits on all cylinders.
  14. LisaD
    Jan 8, 2010
    10
    Excellent writing; wonderful acting. My husband and I laugh out loud at this show! The way they talk to each other reminds me of how my husband and his friends talk about things! I hope people find out about this show so it will stay on....
  15. JonathanC
    Dec 22, 2009
    10
    For people who are looking for another Everybody Likes Raymond type show, it might take a while to get used to it. It has its own beat, its own rhythm. At times is somber, and times its frickin hilarious. You will like this show if you don't compare it to Romano's last one.
  16. DonT
    Jan 11, 2010
    10
    Very thought provoking with well placed wit. This show truly hits home with real, working, middle class adults. Makes you think and provides good chuckles.
  17. PhilB
    Jan 11, 2010
    10
    Personally love this show, i really thought it was going to be another dumbed down american sitcom when i first heard of it. Glad to say it surprised the hell out of me with it's honesty and depth. Great writing, please keep it coming.
  18. JimM
    Dec 19, 2009
    10
    Realistic Baby Boomers in Male Mid Life Stories: At 50 myself, I readily identify with each character, especially Ray Ramono's. As a gambling addict myself, it is the mirror in the face I've needed to show how my transgressions and excuses have made my life more complicated. The three male characters all in their late 40's, offer a view of life from their own daily lives. Realistic Baby Boomers in Male Mid Life Stories: At 50 myself, I readily identify with each character, especially Ray Ramono's. As a gambling addict myself, it is the mirror in the face I've needed to show how my transgressions and excuses have made my life more complicated. The three male characters all in their late 40's, offer a view of life from their own daily lives. One in a marriage with kids, working in a used car lot for his dad who doesn't respect him, deeply in debt and no where else to turn; while he also deals with his health issues. One, single over-the-hill actor who does day work in an office setting doing spreadsheets while surfing the web and taking breaks more than he works. And, Ray Romano's character runs a small party supply store who is coming out of a marriage because of his gambling addiction, while having time-to-time problems paying his bookie. The three meet and talk around breakfast, run together, and more. This is definitely a male bonding program that has been long over due for TV. In a way, it's what the Golden Girls were to older women. Ray Ramono has done it again. I loved, "Everybody Loves Raymond", now I'm loving, "Men of a Certain Age". The show has been successful in tapping into my age group and showing the reality of what men our age go through. It's definitely a testosterone show. Enjoy!… Expand
  19. JasonW
    Dec 23, 2009
    10
    I think it is brilliant, very insightful and often hard to predict. Well done.
  20. BIllP
    Dec 30, 2009
    10
    One fo the best new shows on television in quite a while. Insightful, thought provoking. For ONCE a show with some brains!
  21. LovellR
    Dec 15, 2009
    10
    I'm 45 and this show hits home in a major way. I'm a fan of cast (Ray, Andre & Scott)...outstanding work!
  22. Robert
    Dec 16, 2009
    10
    Very well written and acted. It's, by turns, funny, dramatic and poignant. Hope this stays on the air long enough for it to gain a following, because it will.
  23. TAHER30
    Nov 12, 2010
    10
    I love this show! I think there is a moral to the story to every episode and the acting is brilliant to the point that is executed of regular ordinary guys in their own unique situations of life. I am glad season 2 is coming out and I am excited. I really hope that this is one of those series that will have about 10 seasons in the future or at least 8? I was disappointed when theyI love this show! I think there is a moral to the story to every episode and the acting is brilliant to the point that is executed of regular ordinary guys in their own unique situations of life. I am glad season 2 is coming out and I am excited. I really hope that this is one of those series that will have about 10 seasons in the future or at least 8? I was disappointed when they ended Kyle XY, Sliders, Dark Angel to name a few of my favorite episodes (cancelled) but I hope that Men of a Certain Age is not going to be one of them and is here to stay for the next several years. I also watch this show because of Ray ROmano because I am used to him from everybody loves raymond.… Expand
  24. JenniferE
    Jan 13, 2011
    10
    Thumbs up from Sweden cuz I just love this clever show with it's brilliant actors!
    I've just turned 25 now but Ray Romano has been making me laugh since ELR, which in my opinion is the best sitcom ever made. I hope this show continues from many seasons to come.
  25. NormanC.
    Jan 28, 2010
    9
    Love the show. Each show brings further depth to each character. Last nights concerning the Big Brother program was especially interesting. I'll keep watching.
  26. Asher
    Jan 4, 2010
    9
    It was pretty interesting. Well worth the time!
  27. BruceH
    Jan 6, 2010
    9
    As a 65 year old retired educator, I have sen ALOT OF TV. This is a smart, clever, articulate program with fine acting throughout the cast. Perhaps, this program is geared toward adults (no offense to the under 30 age group), who know what it is like to "slave on" in life with its "Are you kidding me?" moments. The show is a snapshot of midlife and what that MIGHT mean. Smart tv is unusual.
  28. HavB
    Jan 13, 2010
    9
    Good show, that delivers fresh and heartfelt looks at what other shows often make seem mundane. Each character is developed to a level whereby the show could focus on on of the three and you wouldn't feel as though you'd been cheated. Andre Braugher makes you root for his character, his plight, his fight, and his conviction. Ray, is simply Ray, and the quirkyness comes through Good show, that delivers fresh and heartfelt looks at what other shows often make seem mundane. Each character is developed to a level whereby the show could focus on on of the three and you wouldn't feel as though you'd been cheated. Andre Braugher makes you root for his character, his plight, his fight, and his conviction. Ray, is simply Ray, and the quirkyness comes through as you will remember it. Scott Bakula is the least developed of the characters, portraying a shallow womanizer, with deep seeded committment issues, but his role as the other straight man to Braugher's character coupled with his capacity to get into sticky situations rounds out the cast. I enjoy watching the show and there will always be MB/GB available on my DVR for the next episode.… Expand
  29. JaniceB
    Jan 2, 2010
    9
    I love the various prospective
  30. JOHNR
    Jan 6, 2010
    9
    This is a great show about three old college buddies coming of age - middle age.Filled with low-key humour, affection for each other and struggling to hold on to what they once had.
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Awards & Rankings

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#19 Best TV Season of 2009
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#19 Most Discussed TV Season of 2009
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#49 Most Shared TV Season of 2009

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    91
    It's a midlife triumph, a series that takes a well-worn theme and makes it unpredictable, freshly funny, and sometimes moving.
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  2. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Barry Garron
    80
    Those who gravitate to this engaging show will be rewarded with the kind of substantial, thoughtful fare more often reserved for theater audiences. Plus, there are outstanding performances.
  3. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Mary McNamara
    80
    Although Romano is the keystone of the group, it is very much an ensemble drama buoyed by writing that protects the characters from the perils of self-pity and self-indulgence with quick and gentle humor and plot points that capture the forces a middle-aged, middle-class man might actually battle.
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