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. 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.
  2. 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.