Side Order of Life

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Season 1
  • Network: Lifetime
  • Series Premiere Date: Jul 15, 2007
Metascore
61

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14

Critic Reviews

  1. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Ray Richmond
    80
    A very un-Lifetime-like drama with sharp comedic overtones, one so well-constructed that dudes won't even feel the need to check their gender at the door.
  2. Variety
    Reviewed by: Brian Lowry
    80
    The intriguing pilot takes its time, leaving an element of mystery surrounding the show's direction, but if the entree remains equal to this appetizer, the cable net may have a prestige show on its hands.
  3. Baltimore Sun
    Reviewed by: David Zurawik
    70
    There is nothing as original in Side Order of Life as the metaphysical puppet, but there is enough promise to return for a second week - to see whether Jenny is wise enough to learn from the pain.
  5. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Alessandra Stanley
    70
    Ms. Coughlan somehow manages to lay low in the part and let supporting actors propel the comedy.
  6. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    70
    Coughlan smartly underplays Jenny's reaction to the thought of losing her friend. But Nagle and her writers plug a farcical charge into the show that is quickly annoying.
  7. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Maureen Ryan
    70
    The theme of the show is a metaphor for how McIntyre will start to dive into her life and listen to "wake-up calls from the universe." It's a slender concept, and the series may not stand out enough in this crowded summer season.
  8. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    70
    This warm and fuzzy show could grow on you.
  9. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Robert Lloyd
    70
    The production itself is sunny and conducive to a good mood. Coughlan wears well, as does Jason Priestley in the role of the fiancé she puts on hold.

Awards & Rankings

53
#53 Best TV Season of 2007
71
#71 Most Discussed TV Season of 2007
60
#60 Most Shared TV Season of 2007

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User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 21
  3. Negative: 2 out of 21
  1. JoniR.
    Sep 11, 2007
    10
    This show is refreshing. I read a review that was upset that Jenny was so cute and nice. Well, so was Mary Tyler Moore. It is really nice This show is refreshing. I read a review that was upset that Jenny was so cute and nice. Well, so was Mary Tyler Moore. It is really nice having a show you can watch with your daughters .… Full Review »
  2. Heather
    Aug 12, 2007
    0
    i think this show was awful. i turned the first episode off less than halfway through
  3. Jill
    Aug 8, 2007
    10
    Excellent Show - I can really relate to what the characters are going through - there seems to be change in the air and It's nice to see Excellent Show - I can really relate to what the characters are going through - there seems to be change in the air and It's nice to see on TV some of the things that I deal with in real life.… Full Review »
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