Norm MacDonald Has a Show

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 14, 2018
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8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 123 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 107 out of 123
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 123
  3. Negative: 15 out of 123
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  1. imthenoob
    Sep 19, 2018
    10
    I don't get the hate. Norm is a surprisingly great interviewer that manages to keep the conversation going fluidly regardless of how vastly different the topics or the interviewees are. And it's pretty freaking funny.
  2. VITOR57
    Sep 24, 2018
    10
    This interview show tries to be original, which is something admirable by itself. But it´s also good, really really good if you happen to like Norm like I do. I guess that after Norm´s comments on Louie and Rossane the press had to go hard after him...
  3. badmotherfarker
    Sep 18, 2018
    10
    Norm, "Have you been thinking of your mortality a lot lately?"
    Dave Letterman, "You can't run from it"
    Norm, "F*CK I was hoping you could." I don't understand all these "professional" reviewers bashing this show. It's absolutely brilliant. Unfortunately I think Norm's humor requires a minimum IQ level that most "professional" reviewers don't seem to possess. The reviews sound like    Norm, "Have you been thinking of your mortality a lot lately?"
    Dave Letterman, "You can't run from it"
    Norm, "F*CK I was hoping you could."

    I don't understand all these "professional" reviewers bashing this show. It's absolutely brilliant. Unfortunately I think Norm's humor requires a minimum IQ level that most "professional" reviewers don't seem to possess. The reviews sound like jealous kids who are upset because they "don't get it". Sorry if you don't get it, but don't bash good humor just because it's not easily digestible.    … Expand
  4. SuperMax156
    Sep 16, 2018
    10
    Norm MacDonald is as funny as ever in this show, but the liberal media is intent of snuffing out all comedy and replacing it with political harrassment of anybody who does not agree with them. As usual with the idiot media the best strategy is to just ignore them. Norm is the last great comedian working today and this show is well worth watching.
  5. NewWhovian
    Sep 18, 2018
    10
    Very funny and no politics. Finally a talk show that just entertains. Want more.
  6. crit-s
    Sep 19, 2018
    10
    I don't normal watch much of talk shows - this is the best I've even seen! I really enjoyed the format. His guest were candid and the show doesn't feel like it just exists as packaging for the guest's product placement. His guest were all fun, with the exception of Lorne Michaels. The best part of the show is Norm, he's brilliant. The only negative to show is that background; I feelI don't normal watch much of talk shows - this is the best I've even seen! I really enjoyed the format. His guest were candid and the show doesn't feel like it just exists as packaging for the guest's product placement. His guest were all fun, with the exception of Lorne Michaels. The best part of the show is Norm, he's brilliant. The only negative to show is that background; I feel like it's meant to be an Andy Kaufman style joke on the audience.

    I feel like professional critics should have quotes around "professional", how could they have not found this show great; That or someone give me call, I'll do the job they arn't doing...    … Expand
  7. Spanarkler
    Sep 23, 2018
    10
    Oh screw these ridiculous reviews. Show's so much fun. When you're funny, engage with people well, you don't need some tight format.
  8. njasa10
    Sep 17, 2018
    10
    Very few things in this world can be funny on an objective level. After all, comedy is subjective. This show is a wonderful, incredibly funny and honest show that achieves just that. Comedy at an objectively great level. The negative reviews from the left leaning media outlets are simply driven by a desire to discredit Norm due to his political views and controversial recent comments.Very few things in this world can be funny on an objective level. After all, comedy is subjective. This show is a wonderful, incredibly funny and honest show that achieves just that. Comedy at an objectively great level. The negative reviews from the left leaning media outlets are simply driven by a desire to discredit Norm due to his political views and controversial recent comments. However, those reviewers have simply outted themselves as people who are not objective, but are simply impressionable, narrow minded followers and it really is a shame that this is what media critique has come to in this age. Or perhaps it is a different case; perhaps they simply don't "get" the joke. As Norm says in the fantastic Drew Barrymore episode, "you don't get to not like the joke, YOU DIDN'T **** GET IT!"… Expand
  9. DTums
    Sep 14, 2018
    10
    Wonderfully timeless humor. Irreverent and subversive. A seemless continuation of his Norm MacDonald Live video podcast. If you're a fan of old comedy from the era when 'funny' was the priority, this is for you. If you're looking for postmodern, post-humor "comedy", you'll probably find yourself disappointed.
  10. JayShurman
    Sep 18, 2018
    10
    This is a show that was first a cult favorite as a Youtube series. Without many frills, Norm is a unique talk show host and is delightfully personal with his guests. His co-host is also a great compliment. Its a shame critic reviews seem too influenced by populist political beliefs.
  11. mrdolfinn
    Sep 16, 2018
    10
    Most critics are reviewing this show poorly because of Norm's politics and his hate for political correctness. The Daily Beast wrote that Michelle Wolf's show was "great" (even though full episodes were put on YouTube before being cancelled altogether) while Norm's was "terrible." I highly recommend this show to anyone since it has 10 episodes each with a different guest so there'sMost critics are reviewing this show poorly because of Norm's politics and his hate for political correctness. The Daily Beast wrote that Michelle Wolf's show was "great" (even though full episodes were put on YouTube before being cancelled altogether) while Norm's was "terrible." I highly recommend this show to anyone since it has 10 episodes each with a different guest so there's something for everyone not to mention it is hysterical! This is a talk show that does not need politics or silly bits. It is just one-on-one discussions (with Adam Egret) that transform into something special.… Expand
  12. razimus
    Sep 14, 2018
    10
    The Norm MacDonald Has A Show Show is the best talk show on Netflix, If you like Norm you'll like this show, if you don't like Norm you'll still like this show, can this show be better than it is? You can't top perfection.
  13. sadastro
    Sep 14, 2018
    10
    This show is so simple yet so effortlessly funny. It's basically like looking in on an interesting and effortlessly hilarious conversation between a top-class comedian (and his perfectly unfunny sidekick) and various interesting guests. Talk shows are normally boring, scripted and annoying. This is none of that. Highly recommended if you want something easy to watch that doesn't take muchThis show is so simple yet so effortlessly funny. It's basically like looking in on an interesting and effortlessly hilarious conversation between a top-class comedian (and his perfectly unfunny sidekick) and various interesting guests. Talk shows are normally boring, scripted and annoying. This is none of that. Highly recommended if you want something easy to watch that doesn't take much focus and will make you laugh like crazy.… Expand
  14. loopsnhoops
    Sep 14, 2018
    10
    As with all of Norm's work it is hugely entertaining and always includes interesting tidbits about the lives of the guests.
  15. blarf111
    Sep 14, 2018
    10
    Oddly enough, this show is able to uncover the authenticity of it's guests like no show I've ever seen. No one is performing, but they're sure having fun. The stripped down production value and approacfh leads to a stripping away of personas.
  16. RuanG
    Sep 14, 2018
    10
    Absolute diamond of a show from the old chunk of coal! If you don't get it, you just don't get it
  17. pigeonflight
    Sep 14, 2018
    10
    Despite the media's best efforts, the cream rises to the top. This may not be Norm's best stuff, but it easily topples the top talk shows of today. I respect Netflix for letting the general public decide what gets renewed, as opposed to the vocal minority ruining things for the rest of us. Norm caters the show to his guests, and I think the best episodes are with guests that he doesn'tDespite the media's best efforts, the cream rises to the top. This may not be Norm's best stuff, but it easily topples the top talk shows of today. I respect Netflix for letting the general public decide what gets renewed, as opposed to the vocal minority ruining things for the rest of us. Norm caters the show to his guests, and I think the best episodes are with guests that he doesn't already know personally, which is the sign of a great talk show host. Free flowing discussions and intentionally corny jokes may not be for everyone, but they sure don't warrant the absurd reviews "renowned" critics will give him. I would recommend this show to just about anyone, and I hope that we'll be seeing more of Norm on Netflix in the coming years… Expand
  18. Flies
    Sep 15, 2018
    10
    The direct opposite of a topical/political show lead by a semi-comedian with a minimal amount of personality. It´s actually funny! I have just one complaint: Lose the douchebag
  19. allgoojaz49
    Sep 15, 2018
    10
    What the HELL is wrong with everyone....this show is fantastic, HILARIOUS, and ENGAGING!.....Im new to Norm, but his style and sincerity with the guests is captivating!.......I can't believe how anyone couldn't like this....A LOT!!!
  20. MaxGiaos
    Sep 16, 2018
    10
    The old chunk of coal doest it again, if you liked the podcast, you probably will not be disappointed, I have just one complaint: Lose the douchebag
  21. AVIKU
    Sep 15, 2018
    10
    I think that it is more than they do not get it. This show already comes with the loyal crowd. He is very different and much better than the rest. Funnier sure; or just funny, But he also much wiser and have these moments where he is serious and tell you that you do not need drugs; as you are the drugs. No one watch t.v. live today. If one will see Norm, he will not see Fallon, etc. It isI think that it is more than they do not get it. This show already comes with the loyal crowd. He is very different and much better than the rest. Funnier sure; or just funny, But he also much wiser and have these moments where he is serious and tell you that you do not need drugs; as you are the drugs. No one watch t.v. live today. If one will see Norm, he will not see Fallon, etc. It is not 10 shows, it is more like 50 that Netflix already has.

    He came with a show and a crowd. And again, much more talented and without Trump which makes the shows at night impossible to watch for many Americans, and really not funny.

    I say it because they seem to forget that it was not weird to the guess at all. Or weird and funny at the same time. They simply laugh all the time.

    I guess that some viewers would not get it. But there is really not much to understand.

    Spoiler: you can be indifferent to Norm at first, and say that he is weird and look old, but be careful, in the end, he may win you over and get a movie-like kiss from you- unless you are one of those gay ones (for that, you have Adam, though).    … Expand
  22. alexthe
    Sep 15, 2018
    10
    This show is really funny and has a very smart sense of humor.

    I watched it with someone who to be honest isn't the sharpest pencil in the box, and she didn't understand it very much. She liked some of the jokes but didn't really get why the show is so funny. I think the poor critical reviews are due to that fact - you have to be fairly intelligent to understand it - as well as that    This show is really funny and has a very smart sense of humor.

    I watched it with someone who to be honest isn't the sharpest pencil in the box, and she didn't understand it very much. She liked some of the jokes but didn't really get why the show is so funny.

    I think the poor critical reviews are due to that fact - you have to be fairly intelligent to understand it - as well as that a lot of these reviewers are coming in wanting the show to be bad.

    But at the end of the day its a legitimately great show, with the kinds of candid and hilarious interviews that you really can't get anywhere else. Norm is such a natural interviewer its really amazing no network has picked up Norm Macdonald Live and turned it into a show sooner.

    I really really hope the controversy around Norm's comments prior to the show (not his finest moments, but in my opinion not something that could justifiably ruin his career) don't prevent people from enjoying it. I think out of context I understand why some might get offended but if you read the article that the controversy came from, most of the descriptions that I've heard of what he said were wildly exaggerated.    … Expand
  23. joemm210
    Sep 15, 2018
    10
    This show is great, some of the most funny people are Canadians and Norm is one of them.
    So far I watched half the season , I laughed so hard cant wait for the season season, and Netflix put his old podcasts up, I never watched all of them yet.
  24. gwarren657
    Sep 16, 2018
    10
    For someone who describes himself as a chunk of coal, Norm MacDonald is more akin to a diamond. In some magical way he manages to reach new depths of interesting tidbits with his guests - in half the time compared to his previous show 'Norm MacDonald Live'. The show is messy, disorganised and wild but in many ways this only adds to its blatant charm, homeliness and genuine warmth asFor someone who describes himself as a chunk of coal, Norm MacDonald is more akin to a diamond. In some magical way he manages to reach new depths of interesting tidbits with his guests - in half the time compared to his previous show 'Norm MacDonald Live'. The show is messy, disorganised and wild but in many ways this only adds to its blatant charm, homeliness and genuine warmth as opposed to so much we place before our eyes today. The show has an old talk-show vibe in many ways, no cutaways, no elaborate hi-jinks - just Norm, his sidekick Adam and the guest of the show talking about whatever and whenever.… Expand
  25. takeospikes
    Sep 16, 2018
    10
    It seems most critics are panning this show as they are afraid of the PC mob that will attack. This is a funny, insightful show that feels more like a conversation than an interview. Love the show
  26. LtPunisher666
    Sep 17, 2018
    10
    Love the show. Super big fan! Just watch it. Don't pay attention to the mainstream reviews.
  27. GeraldBostock
    Sep 17, 2018
    10
    There's a reason the ultimate insult was dubbing Vladimir, "Critic!" The critics could not be more wrong. If you're not a fan of Norm, you're not a fan of comedy. Watch, nay, BINGE his new show.
  28. saps
    Sep 18, 2018
    10
    its at times like these when i get truly worried about where the progressive left is heading. this is a truly funny, innnocent, light show with a very smart anchor who chooses not to beat us over the head with his intelligence just because he can. everyone and their mom is doing the political comedy stuff and some are great - but dont we have enough of that? and for those comparing normits at times like these when i get truly worried about where the progressive left is heading. this is a truly funny, innnocent, light show with a very smart anchor who chooses not to beat us over the head with his intelligence just because he can. everyone and their mom is doing the political comedy stuff and some are great - but dont we have enough of that? and for those comparing norm to michelle wolf (and saying the latter is way funnier and still got cancelled whereas this show should not be allowed on) - that itself is true comedy gold. and for those who are making a big deal of his press tour - get a life you are pathetic with no capacity for nuance.… Expand
  29. wolphghi
    Sep 19, 2018
    10
    With two particular episodes clearly less great than the others, Norm challenges his guests to open up. The moments where Norm is allowed to be himself, the show absolutely shines, and is worth every Norm-al second that serves well as filler. All I ask is more episodes please. And more jokes. I wish more critics would review this show because a third of the ones who have reviewed it don'tWith two particular episodes clearly less great than the others, Norm challenges his guests to open up. The moments where Norm is allowed to be himself, the show absolutely shines, and is worth every Norm-al second that serves well as filler. All I ask is more episodes please. And more jokes. I wish more critics would review this show because a third of the ones who have reviewed it don't understand what it is like to open one's mind up enough to allow Norm to slowly fill it with pure delight.… Expand
  30. Job
    Sep 19, 2018
    10
    This is an excellent show, filled with genuine and entertaining conversation.

    The bad critic reviews are nothing more than lock-step politics. These reviewers are spending less time servicing the public than they are servicing their own careers. They think they'll be rewarded for jumping on the anti-Norm campaign due to his recent "bad think" comments. It really is disgusting, and    This is an excellent show, filled with genuine and entertaining conversation.

    The bad critic reviews are nothing more than lock-step politics. These reviewers are spending less time servicing the public than they are servicing their own careers. They think they'll be rewarded for jumping on the anti-Norm campaign due to his recent "bad think" comments. It really is disgusting, and each of these reviewers needs to be taken to task.

    Anyway. Great show. There are thoughtful moments, little islands in a sea of comedy. Norm has a way of changing the subject and keeping his guests authentic, as opposed to allowing them to go into contrived and overly rehearsed bits we've all heard so many times before. Instead, we get a wonderful glimpse into actual personalities and viewpoints.    … Expand
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43

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 6
  3. Negative: 2 out of 6
  1. Uncle Barky
    Reviewed by: Ed Bark
    Sep 14, 2018
    40
    Fonda’s guest appearance is head-and-shoulders the best of the four I’ve seen. In fact, Episode 1, with David Spade featured, is so excruciatingly bad that you’re better off skipping it entirely. ... If you’re a Norm Macdonald fanatic, and there likely aren’t very many of those, it’s best to watch this show while you still can.
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  2. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Kathryn VanArendonk
    Sep 14, 2018
    40
    For fans of Macdonald’s comedy, this will feel right in his wheelhouse. But it’s hard to get away from the sense that Macdonald doesn’t particularly care, and that he is its only intended audience.
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  3. Yahoo TV
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    Sep 14, 2018
    80
    I’ve watched four episodes, and every one of them is hugely entertaining and frequently surprising.
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