My Name Is Earl

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 20, 2005
Season #: 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 219 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 195 out of 219
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 219
  3. Negative: 18 out of 219
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  1. bradens584
    Dec 19, 2020
    8
    It isn’t high comedy, but My Name is Earl will always get a laugh from me. But it’s the characters that really carry the show. Jason Lee as the titular character is great, along with his simpleton brother, Randy, Earl’s devious, but also nuanced, ex-wife, Joy and the maid at the motel Randy and Earl are staying at, Catalina. Highly recommended for any sitcom fan, I can’t wait to watch theIt isn’t high comedy, but My Name is Earl will always get a laugh from me. But it’s the characters that really carry the show. Jason Lee as the titular character is great, along with his simpleton brother, Randy, Earl’s devious, but also nuanced, ex-wife, Joy and the maid at the motel Randy and Earl are staying at, Catalina. Highly recommended for any sitcom fan, I can’t wait to watch the second season.… Expand
  2. drlowdon
    Aug 29, 2019
    9
    After Earl Hickey wins $100,000 on a scratch card, and then proceeds to be run over and lose said card, he realises that he is being punished by Kharma for all the things he has done wrong. Deciding that he will only be rewarded if he changes his behaviour he creates a list of all the ways in which he has wronged people and sets about trying to go back and fix them.

    From this simple    After Earl Hickey wins $100,000 on a scratch card, and then proceeds to be run over and lose said card, he realises that he is being punished by Kharma for all the things he has done wrong. Deciding that he will only be rewarded if he changes his behaviour he creates a list of all the ways in which he has wronged people and sets about trying to go back and fix them.

    From this simple set-up the writers are able to consistently devise absurd, and always brilliantly funny situations, for the protagonists throughout this first season. Jason Lee is great as Earl, managing to make us genuinely care about whether or not he can make up for his past misdeeds, and the supporting cast in his brother Randy, ex-wife Joy and Joy’s new husband Crabman are just as good.

    This is well worth a watch.    … Expand
  3. RainbowDenix
    Jun 8, 2016
    10
    This is not same old kind of thing, it may not please close minded viewers, but it is perfect for passionately curious mind to start a conversation on concept of karma: where there is a system of law for non physical world
  4. FilmVirtue
    Feb 15, 2014
    9
    Greg Garcia's comedic sitcom about a petty criminal attempting to make amends is both hilarious and original that now, years after It's abrupt ending, has you down on your hands and knees begging for more, for closure, for some sense of Idea on what happens at the very end.
  5. shineonsunfish
    Nov 29, 2012
    10
    I love shows that make me laugh and tear up a little in every episode. I am also a big fan of the positive comedy - humor that comes from characters and situations rather than references and sarcasm. With a great supporting cast and solid leads (not a fan of Catalina, as she is mostly just eye candy who brings little else to the table, and I find her "accent" pretty annoying), this was aI love shows that make me laugh and tear up a little in every episode. I am also a big fan of the positive comedy - humor that comes from characters and situations rather than references and sarcasm. With a great supporting cast and solid leads (not a fan of Catalina, as she is mostly just eye candy who brings little else to the table, and I find her "accent" pretty annoying), this was a TV treasure.… Expand
  6. Hbeth2010
    Apr 23, 2012
    1
    I feel like my IQ is dropping every time I have to watch this show with my fiance. The people are ridiculously stupid and Earl is just simply dumb and unrealistic.
  7. MichaelD
    Jun 13, 2011
    7
    Very original idea and great plots and jokes makes this a great show.
  8. JohnnyCA
    Mar 12, 2011
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good show. Jason Lee is great and this is such a clever idea to make a show about a man who tries to right all his wrongs and the obstacles he must overcome is hilarious.… Expand
  9. AndrewUltimate
    Oct 23, 2010
    8
    This is a funny show, and the show is based around an interesting topic, a young man with his brother tries to correct the bad things he did. It is also well-made and smart.
  10. Mr.Furley
    Dec 15, 2009
    10
    Very funny show. Love all the guest stars and zany plots. Incomparable. Ralph is one of my favorite characters.
  11. StuieM.
    Jul 18, 2009
    5
    Its not the worst thing on TV but it really isn't that good. After the first season or two it gets really repetitive and far fetched. The fact that Randy is slow and Earl is almost as stupid says a lot. The only good part about this show is Crab Man. His character is actually decent.
  12. jamesd.
    May 17, 2009
    0
    A very poor show. Very dated slapstick with nothing of any value in it. It should never have been made as it is an embarrassment to America and humanity!
  13. HarryN.
    Oct 9, 2008
    10
    This show is awesome, funny what they twist karma into. Ethan Suplee was born for the part of Randy.
  14. Anonymous
    Jan 19, 2008
    10
    This show is clever and poignant. This is genius!
  15. AnnaN.
    Dec 22, 2007
    10
    A unique, thoughtful comedy with a great message.
  16. Natalieo
    Oct 8, 2007
    9
    This show has me laughing out loud
  17. AdamW
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    This show has taken the UK by storm, I for one am a huge fan of this show some would say I am addicted. The first and Second series Were 10/10 Looking forward to the 3rd Series 10/10
  18. ChrisR.
    Sep 24, 2007
    10
    This show is great. You go Jason Lee!!!
  19. LeslieY.
    Sep 18, 2007
    10
    This show is extremely refreshing when compared to the rash of reality shows. Jason Lee and Ethan Suplee make a great team. The premise of the show is absolutely delightful and a great message for everyone. Way to go guys, this is a winner.
  20. DustinW.
    Sep 15, 2007
    10
    Singlehandedly the best creation of the television realm. This show is clever, witty, and just plain hilarious. No matter what kind of mood you're in, foul or joyful, this show will always leave you feeling back. I dread the day of this show's demise, which I don't foresee happening anytime in the next few years. This show is nothing short of incredible in my books.
  21. MargoD.
    Aug 29, 2007
    3
    Same crap every week
  22. AlyA.
    Aug 23, 2007
    10
    Very good show. Jason Lee is great and this is such a clever idea to make a show about a man who tries to right all his wrongs and the obstacles he must overcome is hilarious.
  23. Boman
    May 31, 2007
    0
    I've watched 5 episodes, allured by my friend saying that you get into it eventually. I've never even smiled during a single one. This show is garbage. Go back to Mall Rats, Jason Lee.
  24. JohnB.
    May 11, 2007
    10
    I'm rather stunned by this recent glut of 0 and 1 grades for this terrific show. Can't you guys see the point? The show isn't mean spirited and cruel; rather, it is a refreshingly un-PC look at an unpretentious group of people who are so honestly portrayed that they rise above the cliche. The show is very funny, wonderfully acted (anyone who dismisses Jason Lee's I'm rather stunned by this recent glut of 0 and 1 grades for this terrific show. Can't you guys see the point? The show isn't mean spirited and cruel; rather, it is a refreshingly un-PC look at an unpretentious group of people who are so honestly portrayed that they rise above the cliche. The show is very funny, wonderfully acted (anyone who dismisses Jason Lee's performance in this show doesn't understand comedic acting; he is completely charming and believable in a ridiculous (in a good way) role. And I completely disagree with the previous poster who rips the show's attempts at "heartwarming" scenes. This show has never struck a false note, and often these scenes are used in an ironic or satirical sense. I can't believe that someone would miss that.… Expand
  25. ConnieP
    May 11, 2007
    10
    The show is great comedy. Just plain goofy.
  26. samm
    May 4, 2007
    10
    best show in years we love it over here in england
  27. EricC
    Mar 5, 2007
    1
    I tried to like this show. I really did. I watched the entire first season and the first half of the second, and it really isn't any good at all. Maybe I just enjoyed it at first because it preceded The Office, an insanely brilliant show. All that matters is that I now realize that this show is almost everything I hate in one TV show, with catch phrases and jokes that are used over I tried to like this show. I really did. I watched the entire first season and the first half of the second, and it really isn't any good at all. Maybe I just enjoyed it at first because it preceded The Office, an insanely brilliant show. All that matters is that I now realize that this show is almost everything I hate in one TV show, with catch phrases and jokes that are used over and over again, even though they weren't funny in the first place. And apparently mustached-facial expressions are hilarious to the general public, as that's all Lee ever does. And when it tries to pull off the touchy, grab-a-tissue moments at the end, the kind Scrubs has mastered since its first season, I want to slap each and every person involved in creating this show. Such terrible television.Ugh.… Expand
  28. JenniferD
    Mar 2, 2007
    10
    One of the few shows in years I actually take the time to watch.
  29. RobertF
    Feb 25, 2007
    10
    fresh non-reality entertainment
  30. DaveH
    Nov 29, 2006
    1
    Lumbering, dull, unfunny, derivative programme starring the insufferable one-note Jason Lee. I dare you to give me a reason to watch another episode.
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Awards & Rankings

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#9 Best TV Season of 2005
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#14 Most Discussed TV Season of 2005
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#34 Most Shared TV Season of 2005

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 30
  3. Negative: 3 out of 30
  1. Baltimore Sun
    Reviewed by: David Zurawik
    60
    My Name Is Earl is not a stupid sitcom - that is what makes its sexist and homophobic jokes so maddening.
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  2. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    90
    The NBC sitcom is so unpretentious and original, it will probably win you over on its own sweet merits.
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  3. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Doug Elfman
    88
    The casting is for awesome, flat-out too-good-for-TV acting.
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