Smoke

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Season 1
  • Network: Apple TV
  • Series Premiere Date: Jun 27, 2025
Metascore
61

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 20
  3. Negative: 2 out of 20

Critic Reviews

  1. Newsday
    Reviewed by: Robert Levin
    Jul 1, 2025
    38
    A viewing of the first two episodes proves to be quite the chore. We're introduced to one-dimensional characters, presented a mystery that the characters themselves barely seem to be interested in pursuing, and we're asked to just sit there and put up with it. It can be rather excruciating.
  2. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Nina Metz
    Jun 25, 2025
    37
    The show is pulpy without being entertaining, with a ludicrous showdown in the finale that’s followed a few scenes later by another, even more ludicrous staredown. Plenty of smoke. No fire.