Mid-Century Modern
HULU | Release Date: March 28, 2025
CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
67
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 11 Critic Reviews
Positive:
7
Mixed:
4
Negative:
0

Critic Reviews

Critic scorePublicationBy date
80
TheWrapMatthew CreithSep 4, 2025
Season 1 Review: The chemistry between the three men and Lavin ultimately defines what makes this series pop, even if the format feels like a bygone era of television. Read full review
80
VarietyAramide TinubuMar 27, 2025
Season 1 Review: The series is a mostly delightful comedy that blends the wit of their groundbreaking sitcom with the charm of “The Golden Girls.” Read full review
80
Wall Street JournalJohn AndersonMar 27, 2025
Season 1 Review: [Emphasis is] on the jokes, character development and performances, as well as maintaining a degree of informality that adds intimacy to the comedy. While “Mid-Century Modern” doesn’t always feel like a fully polished product, that may be exactly what everyone is after. Read full review
80
ColliderJeff EwingMar 27, 2025
Season 1 Review: Altogether, Mid-Century Modern is an island of charm floating in a tumultuous sea, anchored by top-notch comedy work and strong chemistry between Lane, Bomer, and Graham. Read full review
70
Los Angeles TimesRobert LloydMar 27, 2025
Season 1 Review: [Linda Lavin was] unfailingly funny in a series that if not itself unfailingly funny, is as funny as one might reasonably expect. Read full review
66
Pittsburgh Tribune-ReviewRob OwenMar 28, 2025
Season 1 Review: “Mid-Century Modern” offers a mix of comedic zingers and groan-worthy gags that stars Matt Bomer, Nathan Lane, Nathan Lee Graham and Linda Lavin do their best to elevate. Read full review
63
Chicago TribuneNina MetzMar 27, 2025
Season 1 Review: The show keeps getting in its own way, mostly because the characters lack distinct personalities. Read full review
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