Orange is the New Black

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Jul 11, 2013
Season #: 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 871 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 776 out of 871
  2. Mixed: 51 out of 871
  3. Negative: 44 out of 871
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  1. Shawn0305
    Jul 18, 2023
    9
    The first season of Orange Is The New Black is amazing. It’s one of the shows that set the standard for streaming television. The characters and the plot is very well written as we get to see the characters backstories and the plot is very compelling and hilarious. Taylor Schilling gives a great performance as Piper managing to capture her character. Overall this season was a great startThe first season of Orange Is The New Black is amazing. It’s one of the shows that set the standard for streaming television. The characters and the plot is very well written as we get to see the characters backstories and the plot is very compelling and hilarious. Taylor Schilling gives a great performance as Piper managing to capture her character. Overall this season was a great start to an amazing series.… Expand
  2. All_ButTrU4
    Jan 3, 2022
    8
    Dense dark dramatic comedy that pushes the envelope whilst raising the bar every time. It's inherently genuine look at the usually ignored criminal population allows for funny off beat situations and moments of raw emotion. A complicated story about a mislead naive girl evolves into a confused love story.
  3. BM85
    Apr 9, 2020
    9
    Awesome character driven minimum-security prison drama-comedy, with a few moments of romance, set in the 2000s.
  4. Satanski
    Aug 1, 2018
    6
    Would be a great show, if not for Chapman and her smugler friend. They are boring and unnecessary characters.
  5. Kire_92
    Feb 24, 2018
    3
    This show started out strong but became boring rather quickly. The main problem is that the show is always playing it safe and are afraid to take any risks. There are no big surprises and whenever I thought something exciting was about to happen I was left disappointed. And after a few episodes I started to feel less and less interested in the characters. Some that I liked in the beginningThis show started out strong but became boring rather quickly. The main problem is that the show is always playing it safe and are afraid to take any risks. There are no big surprises and whenever I thought something exciting was about to happen I was left disappointed. And after a few episodes I started to feel less and less interested in the characters. Some that I liked in the beginning became boring and had a very strange and unnatural character progression. Others were straight up annoying and acted like idiots so they didn't earn any sympathy.… Expand
  6. Fonke
    Feb 2, 2018
    9
    This is a really great show from a producer like Netflix. I got hooked after the episode and have been binge watching since then.
  7. 100tifiko
    Dec 30, 2017
    7
    Esta temporada me entretuvo, me parece original la manera en la que se esta llevando la serie, vale la pena verla, mezclar adecuadamente diversión y drama no es nada facil y esta serie lo hace a la perfección.
  8. theopateo
    Aug 31, 2017
    9
    I just finished the second season and have to say that I loved this show. It really isn't the most interesting story ever told nether the most humorous show, but I liked it for the way it projects some anti-materialism ideas. I would say that this show is the exact opposite of "Sex & the city"
  9. marcosandradetv
    Aug 2, 2017
    10
    Uma das melhores obras primas da Netflix, uma comédia e drama que retrata vida de pessoas comuns e verdadeiras! A cada episódio uma grande emoção e aflição, como os grandes finas de temporada que conquista todos que assistem! Emocionante, eletrizante e maravilhoso.
  10. MuffinManDrury
    Jul 19, 2017
    7
    Set within one of the more monotonous contexts, Orange is the New Black is, ironically, funny and poignant. Taylor Schilling leads a talented cast, whose characters are delightfully idiosyncratic, if not a bit too caricatural. Unfortunately, most of these personalities are left completely or partially unexplored come the finale. While indicative of potential in future seasons, this doesSet within one of the more monotonous contexts, Orange is the New Black is, ironically, funny and poignant. Taylor Schilling leads a talented cast, whose characters are delightfully idiosyncratic, if not a bit too caricatural. Unfortunately, most of these personalities are left completely or partially unexplored come the finale. While indicative of potential in future seasons, this does make the subplots featuring these characters - which progressively diminish the narrative's focus - feel somewhat insignificant. However, convincing performances, writing and particularly Chapman's subtle, yet profound development leave me excited to see how subsequent events unfold.… Expand
  11. Starburns1510
    Jun 26, 2017
    9
    The drama is amazing but the occasional humor feels out of place, but the good drama makes up for it.
    Characters are above average, the story is really depressing and just like i said, the "good times" dont make up for it, if they would throw away the humor it would be much more fitting.
  12. Chadwick77
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    I've watched a lot of shows/movies and see a lot propaganda shoved into scripts and it makes me sick at this point in 2017, the "political correctness" and lies, etc etc. How refreshing to see writers talk freely and openly about the real issues. Mentioning "Yippie" then later Abbie Hoffman reference. The anti-corporatism hidden in this show's script is ingenious and a real treat to watch.I've watched a lot of shows/movies and see a lot propaganda shoved into scripts and it makes me sick at this point in 2017, the "political correctness" and lies, etc etc. How refreshing to see writers talk freely and openly about the real issues. Mentioning "Yippie" then later Abbie Hoffman reference. The anti-corporatism hidden in this show's script is ingenious and a real treat to watch. Hope you all make more seasons. It's not 100% authentic as far as the real relationships with CO's in any way shape or form, but the writers are morally sound and show that they fully understand our nation's/world's fundamental flaws. Thank you.… Expand
  13. kman5473
    Jan 21, 2017
    8
    This show had an extremely shaky start. The first season had maybe 3 really solid episodes that actually hook the audience. It did not help that the series followed/still follows Piper, who might be the most hated leading character since Ted Mosby in How I Met Your Mother.

    I think it was extremely important that this series got made and that everyone watches it though. It definitely    This show had an extremely shaky start. The first season had maybe 3 really solid episodes that actually hook the audience. It did not help that the series followed/still follows Piper, who might be the most hated leading character since Ted Mosby in How I Met Your Mother.

    I think it was extremely important that this series got made and that everyone watches it though. It definitely helps to teach male audiences gender sympathy and better understand the psychology of women. It especially helps teach empathy for transgender people and members of the lesbian/bi community.    … Expand
  14. WendyT
    Aug 29, 2016
    10
    If I were able I'd give it an 11. The backstories in the latest season are will sear your soul as you watch, indifference or obliviousness to small tragedies pile up in the lives of women without the resolve, resources or understanding of how to cope. The slow, though in retrospect, inexorable slide of the guards performance form custodial to abusive is something you watch with a feelingIf I were able I'd give it an 11. The backstories in the latest season are will sear your soul as you watch, indifference or obliviousness to small tragedies pile up in the lives of women without the resolve, resources or understanding of how to cope. The slow, though in retrospect, inexorable slide of the guards performance form custodial to abusive is something you watch with a feeling of helplessness that mirrors the powerless of the inmates. Then, abruptly an absurdest fashion, a pivot to the absurd that makes you laugh. Really quite brilliant.… Expand
  15. Reptorian
    Jul 2, 2016
    4
    When I have first watched Orange is the New Black, I do find that the interactions among characters was somewhat interesting, and the idea is sort of fresh. There are some stuff that they did was successful, and there was some stuff they didn't do very successful. For the part that they did successful, they did established an atmosphere of what prison for women tends to look like to aWhen I have first watched Orange is the New Black, I do find that the interactions among characters was somewhat interesting, and the idea is sort of fresh. There are some stuff that they did was successful, and there was some stuff they didn't do very successful. For the part that they did successful, they did established an atmosphere of what prison for women tends to look like to a extent (I can't say to what extent since I have no idea what prison for women actually is like), but I can't imagine it'd be too far off. The part that they didn't do very successful is keeping the interaction between characters worth watching, and there were unnecessary displays of sexuality, and arguably a lot of the conversations with sex involved isn't really needed (I admit, this may have to do with my somewhat irreligious puritan views of sex, but as a individual reviewer, I believe my review still counts). If they were to tone down on the unnecessary displays of sexuality, and conversation regarding sex, and focusing on making the general interaction between characters more interesting, then by all means, I would find the show much more interested. Right now, it is very easy to walk away from because I find it overall pretty bland as a show, and as much as I would like to try to not to be harsh on the show, I'm going to vote it a 4/10.… Expand
  16. KeySharkz
    Jun 28, 2016
    9
    This show is fantastic, the characters are lovable, developed and enthralling. Storyline wise there are tons of surprises around every turn. Forewarning though, the writers have a tendency of ending seasons on huge cliff hangers.
  17. Scoobasteve
    Oct 28, 2015
    0
    This is an un interesting bland show, the characters don't come to life and the to show doesn't really show any great direction after watching 3 episodes.

    What do people see in this series? It's not funny and there is no major plot to keep the audience captivates, I'm disappointed and wasted time watching it. It's unrealistic and prison isn't like that having been a CO it's just    This is an un interesting bland show, the characters don't come to life and the to show doesn't really show any great direction after watching 3 episodes.

    What do people see in this series?

    It's not funny and there is no major plot to keep the audience captivates, I'm disappointed and wasted time watching it. It's unrealistic and prison isn't like that having been a CO it's just ridiculous some of the characters.    … Expand
  18. viny
    Aug 23, 2015
    10
    At the beginning, I was a little bit unsure if I wanted to watch this TV show because some of my friends told me "yeah but sometimes it is a little bit shocking"... But I was right to watch it! I wasn't shocked at all. The characters are really touching and when one of the characters has to leave, I guess I felt like the others characters : sad. For me, it is a real clever and funny TV show.
  19. MatthewDon2002
    Aug 8, 2015
    10
    At times hilarious, tear-inducing and thought-provoking, others poignant, crazy and unpredictable, Orange is the New Black is a fantastic show, brimming with great writing, meticulously detailed performances and heart. For a show set in a women's prison, this is ALL about heart. It's refreshing, it's new, it's amazing. A must watch and perhaps the first great television show of theAt times hilarious, tear-inducing and thought-provoking, others poignant, crazy and unpredictable, Orange is the New Black is a fantastic show, brimming with great writing, meticulously detailed performances and heart. For a show set in a women's prison, this is ALL about heart. It's refreshing, it's new, it's amazing. A must watch and perhaps the first great television show of the Netflix, internet streaming era.… Expand
  20. NRNSW
    Jul 2, 2015
    10
    Brilliant series! Sat down and watched the entire season over a couple of days during a holiday. It is full of interesting characters, is never dull and keeps a good pace throughout. The final couple of episodes are the best.
  21. j1train
    Jun 30, 2015
    8
    When this season gets in its groove, Orange is still a delight. This one never reaches the heights of season two and is often disjointed (particularly in the Jenji Kohan-written episodes), but when it's good it's damn good. Piper takes a back seat in this season, which feels strange, but it's great to watch this cast flourish. Season MVP goes to Adrienne C. Moore as "Black Cindy."
  22. marcmyworks
    Jun 22, 2015
    7
    This season was interesting and humorous, however Piper as a main antagonist gets plain annoying after the first few episodes. Its only in the last five minutes of the finale did I finally regain my interest.
  23. aceerk
    Jun 17, 2015
    0
    ok so i watched season one and season 2 , but 3 seemed to have more or a spanish touch and more parts where you just wanted to cringe , especially when is seems to me its either more dark or getting more male dominating women ( owen and alex in the garden shed ) i really liked this show was so glad it was back on for it to fall flat

    im sorry after 1 episode i was bored and so i gave it    ok so i watched season one and season 2 , but 3 seemed to have more or a spanish touch and more parts where you just wanted to cringe , especially when is seems to me its either more dark or getting more male dominating women ( owen and alex in the garden shed ) i really liked this show was so glad it was back on for it to fall flat

    im sorry after 1 episode i was bored and so i gave it more tries now it just seems like men are gona domme lesbians no one got time for that and no one wants to watch it

    also with them ambushing Sophia Burset in the salon im sorry had to turn it off it made me cringe that badly

    i will not be watching this again and had so much high hopes for it ............ time to hang it up ladies

    you gave it a good shot , unfortunately it not something im planing on watching again

    hope you do well but for me its turned into a men watch this show while the lesbians out there will turn it off

    sorry this season went from great to bad to worst to never watching it again

    it made me physically cringe that badly , sorry was a brave move its not for me    … Expand
  24. Faphy
    May 29, 2015
    2
    Why is this show so popular? Everyone in this awful series is a bloody moron and the "urethra revelation" episode proves it. I hope no one is rating this show because of the **** and **** sex, don't get me wrong, I love both of those things as much as the next person but damn people... Even porn has a better story.
  25. drlowdon
    Feb 16, 2015
    8
    Based on Piper Kerman's memoir Orange Is the New Black: My Year in a Women's Prison this Netflix Original comedy-drama series follows Piper Chapman (Taylor Schilling), who is sent to a women's federal prison for smuggling drug money across international borders, 10 years prior.

    Sharply written and with excellent performances from the entire cast the show does a great job of delving into    Based on Piper Kerman's memoir Orange Is the New Black: My Year in a Women's Prison this Netflix Original comedy-drama series follows Piper Chapman (Taylor Schilling), who is sent to a women's federal prison for smuggling drug money across international borders, 10 years prior.

    Sharply written and with excellent performances from the entire cast the show does a great job of delving into the history and personality’s of each and every character making for an interesting, and often pretty funny, thirteen episodes. For me this is the best thing Netflix has produced so far.    … Expand
  26. serieaddict
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    Cette série est sensationnelle. Je suis très sélective et très compliquée sur les séries, il faut vraiment qu'elles me plaisent, mais Orange Is The New Black est une série hors du commun. Elle sort de l'ordinaire et est unique, globalement elle est parfaite. Je l'adore, mes amies l'adore, ma famille l'adore. J'esère que cette série comportera minimum 5 saisons, elle est génial, rendCette série est sensationnelle. Je suis très sélective et très compliquée sur les séries, il faut vraiment qu'elles me plaisent, mais Orange Is The New Black est une série hors du commun. Elle sort de l'ordinaire et est unique, globalement elle est parfaite. Je l'adore, mes amies l'adore, ma famille l'adore. J'esère que cette série comportera minimum 5 saisons, elle est génial, rend accro, et je n'ai en aucun cas envie qu'elle se termine, les personnages sont trop attachants. Les deux premières saisons étaient top. Tout est parfait, félicitations, continuez.… Expand
  27. R_LEE_ERMEY
    Dec 16, 2014
    8
    A very interesting look into the prison system. A place we all fear and in which keeps us in society in line. If we do something bad -we go here. So this is a way of looking into our fears. Although I am a male and male prisons are quite different this is a look more at the emotional side of things. What can happen to people inside the pen. Very good character development andA very interesting look into the prison system. A place we all fear and in which keeps us in society in line. If we do something bad -we go here. So this is a way of looking into our fears. Although I am a male and male prisons are quite different this is a look more at the emotional side of things. What can happen to people inside the pen. Very good character development and interesting characters makes this show a keeper.… Expand
  28. Opinionated
    Dec 5, 2014
    10
    This really was a surprise for me. The term "Netflix Original" was enough to put me off, however I gave it a shot and oh boy, I simply cannot wait for another series. The storylines are quirky, the characters are original and memorable, the guards are well represented and pornstache is.... well.... pornstache.

    I recommend anybody to watch this series and dare not to enjoy it. Another    This really was a surprise for me. The term "Netflix Original" was enough to put me off, however I gave it a shot and oh boy, I simply cannot wait for another series. The storylines are quirky, the characters are original and memorable, the guards are well represented and pornstache is.... well.... pornstache.

    I recommend anybody to watch this series and dare not to enjoy it. Another bonus, it is very nice to see Jason Biggs having nothing to do with any type of pie.    … Expand
  29. AbsurdReviews
    Nov 29, 2014
    10
    I see no reason NOT to rate this a perfect ten. This show is captivating, entertaining, and the plot is simply amazing. I have watched both seasons, and am anxiously awaiting the release of the third season in 2015!
  30. ariel84
    Nov 17, 2014
    5
    my bf binge watched the first season the other day when he was sick. so i decided to watch (i'd been avoiding it, wary that its view of prison would be too unrealistic). and, yes, this depiction is laughably comfy. no prison has such nice visiting rooms, the food looks amazingly good (salads??), and, sorry, uh uh, there ain't no salons in prison. even the makeup on some of the women is farmy bf binge watched the first season the other day when he was sick. so i decided to watch (i'd been avoiding it, wary that its view of prison would be too unrealistic). and, yes, this depiction is laughably comfy. no prison has such nice visiting rooms, the food looks amazingly good (salads??), and, sorry, uh uh, there ain't no salons in prison. even the makeup on some of the women is far too nice. the guards seem casual and lackadaisical. i detest jason biggs. the piper/larry romance is boring. what will keep me watching, tho, are all the other characters.… Expand
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#25 Best TV Season of 2013
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#9 Most Discussed TV Season of 2013
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#13 Most Shared TV Season of 2013

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 32
  3. Negative: 1 out of 32
  1. The Oregonian
    Reviewed by: Kristi Turnquist
    Jun 24, 2014
    80
    Quibbles aside, watching this superb cast working together remains a pleasure, and it makes Season 2 of Orange Is the New Black an irresistible summer viewing choice.
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  2. New York Daily News
    Reviewed by: David Hinckley
    Jul 18, 2013
    80
    Orange has graphic scenes that aren’t for kids. But they aren’t played for cheap gags, either, and that attitude serves the production well. With Schilling in top form, this Orange tastes fresh.
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  3. Slant Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matthew Wolfson
    Jul 16, 2013
    75
    While it's not apparent that the show's personalities add up to anything more than themselves at first, they ultimately prove to be compelling studies of people trying to work through glaring mistakes and obvious limitations to fashion some sort of livable present.
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