People of Earth

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Season 1
  • Network: TBS
  • Series Premiere Date: Oct 31, 2016
Season #: 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 64 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 57 out of 64
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 64
  3. Negative: 3 out of 64
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  1. NotchFilter
    Dec 5, 2016
    9
    Well, this show turned out to be quite the surprise.

    A refreshingly original and enjoyable comedy, one of the best new comedy shows that I have seen in a long while. Yeah, sadly, it's been a while since a new comedy show has caused me to have some good laughs. The premise of the show is a simple one. The writing and character development hits it out of the park. I really enjoy    Well, this show turned out to be quite the surprise.

    A refreshingly original and enjoyable comedy, one of the best new comedy shows that I have seen in a long while. Yeah, sadly, it's been a while since a new comedy show has caused me to have some good laughs.

    The premise of the show is a simple one. The writing and character development hits it out of the park. I really enjoy the scenes aboard the space ship. They are a hilarious parody of office comedies.

    The characters in the self-help group are diverse, yet they seem to somehow mesh. I think that speaks excellently for the writing.

    I even enjoy watching the promotional ads for this show, and I *always* skip ads on my DVR. But I find myself backing up and playing the promo if I happen to catch the tail-end of it coming out of a commercial break.

    I find myself always looking forward to the next episode.

    This is a good, fun show.    … Expand
  2. Rabbit119
    Nov 10, 2016
    9
    Although very new, seems to be doing well at introducing the characters. Not written as sarcastic or silly. Low-key humor with an eye towards staying with the established dogma of alien abduction. Wyatt Cernic is doing an excellent job in the lead. I look forward to each new episode to see how the story progresses.
  3. theneuf2000
    Nov 9, 2016
    10
    This is my favorite new TV show. Funny, original, and at times deeply emotional. They aren't just goof ball weirdo's to laugh at. These are people suffering, and yet the show still keeps the comedy of life at its heart
  4. JorgeLestre
    Dec 3, 2016
    8
    This one is a hell of a surprise! It's refreshing and creative. Even with its low budget, "People of Earth" shows that television can still make good sci-fi with big laughs.
  5. TVBug
    Nov 1, 2016
    10
    I love this show. It's amazing. I laughed through the whole first episode. It's got everything: self help groups, reptilians, sleek corporate geeks with stand up desks, and of course, alien abductions.
  6. shoulderoforion
    Nov 7, 2016
    8
    Different, fun, surprising & heartfelt, this is enjoyable television told in an alien invasion/self help/small town big city way, I liked the first few episodes, it's now on my schedule
  7. Chrisman27
    Nov 1, 2016
    9
    this truly is one of those types of programs NOT TO BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY its full of heart good humor and a slight lesson ,teamwork tolerence ,its very sweet and charming u cant go wrong with it really just mabey watch a coupel of times before letting kids join but aside from that word of warning everything is great tbs has once agin made a huge hit comedy
  8. ninabb4
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    This is a fantastic show, I love it. It's funny, warm and uplifting. It's about outsiders trying to find acceptance and support, with the added twist of everything happening amidst possible alien invasion. It's hilarious, I hope there are many more seasons to come.
  9. Harr111957
    Dec 12, 2016
    7
    Slow and disjointed is how I would explain this show. It reminds me of a play with scenes that don't flow well. I think there is potential with this show, so I will continue to watch it. Also, I am an Experiencer and have been to support groups, so I want to see just how "real life" they will make this show. So far it's a little "real life" with comedy thrown in. I LOVE the interactionSlow and disjointed is how I would explain this show. It reminds me of a play with scenes that don't flow well. I think there is potential with this show, so I will continue to watch it. Also, I am an Experiencer and have been to support groups, so I want to see just how "real life" they will make this show. So far it's a little "real life" with comedy thrown in. I LOVE the interaction between "Don the White" and "Jeff the Grey", they are so funny. What I don't like is the profanity that Jeff the Grey sometimes says. Hey writers, you don't need profanity to be funny. And Jeff the Grey's finger are tooooo big.… Expand
  10. OlivierPiel
    Nov 2, 2016
    7
    That former Daily show writer is just the perfect actor for this role. Excellent mildly surrealistic fun (it's not as obtuse as critics want to make it). Lovely little show
  11. sonder
    Dec 20, 2016
    9
    People of Earth is a great show with intelligent and genuinely creative writing that keeps getting funnier as the season progresses. Wyatt Cenac's performance hits it out of the park, and he joins the ranks of the most distinguished The Daily Show alums.
  12. Bigchris27
    Nov 5, 2016
    10
    I had an account before but it messed up and here is my review of people of earth ok first off DO NOT TAKE THE SHOW SERIOUSLY AT ALL second all u really need to enjoy this is a good sence of humor and a ability to laugh its very very funny but i recomend for mature teens and up due to strong sexual humor at times and swearing can get out of hand as well but its well worth a watch i sayI had an account before but it messed up and here is my review of people of earth ok first off DO NOT TAKE THE SHOW SERIOUSLY AT ALL second all u really need to enjoy this is a good sence of humor and a ability to laugh its very very funny but i recomend for mature teens and up due to strong sexual humor at times and swearing can get out of hand as well but its well worth a watch i say defenetly watch this one… Expand

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#74 Best TV Season of 2016

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Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Jen Chaney
    Nov 1, 2016
    80
    People of Earth deserves praise more for its high concept and intelligence than for its ability to generate laughs. It’s the kind of show that doesn’t make you LOL so much as chuckle softly while admiring its subtext.
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  2. The Wrap
    Reviewed by: Amber Dowling
    Oct 31, 2016
    50
    People of Earth earns kudos for going for the stars, but it also suffers from a failure to launch.
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  3. RogerEbert.com
    Reviewed by: Brian Tallerico
    Oct 31, 2016
    50
    People of Earth does have plenty of moments and personalities to warrant a look. You’ll just wish the whole experience amounted to more than lost time.
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