Son of Zorn

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Season 1
  • Network: FOX
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 11, 2016
User Score
6.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 64 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 64
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 64
  3. Negative: 14 out of 64
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  1. Josh058
    Oct 16, 2016
    10
    There is absolutely no reason for low ratings on this show. Anyone who thinks this show is bad really doesn't have a sense of humor. If you grew up watching Thundercats or He-Man or any of that...you will enjoy this show. I honestly can't understand the hate that has been generated for this show...it's an instant classic.
  2. Janellec122
    Nov 7, 2016
    10
    Hilarious, I am hooked. I started watching on my own, and now I am watching it with my 16 year old daughter. I enjoy the He-Man/skull smashing, barbarian mix. I really need a throat bagpipe..
  3. ppinto
    Dec 30, 2016
    9
    I'll keep this simple: if you were a child of the 80s, if Skeletor means something to you, or if you simply love clever/slightly absurd comedies, this is for you.
  4. ArchangelXv1
    Oct 3, 2016
    10
    I was able to catch both of the last two episodes and WOW...did it hit its stride in the second one. It's a hilarious take on the fish out of water concept...but it's not all rude and crass all the time. It has some very touching moments interspersed with the fact that everyone plays the part straight on making this a really fun show to watch. I love the humor!
  5. ablaise82
    Dec 4, 2016
    8
    This is a great show with a stupid yet well pulled off concept. Jason does some fantastic voice acting here giving this deadpan yet eccentric comedy. This show shares some similarities to Space Ghost Coast to coast in small sense I think, I think the reviews are far too harsh on this show.
  6. Lustro83
    Oct 4, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This show is innovative, and has a well thought out premise. With callings of Space Ghost Coast to Coast, Archer, and ‘the Office’ rolled into one terrific show. The Premise of a failed Father (Zorn) who leaves his job slaying the evils of Zephyria to help his boy teen find his way as half Zephyrian. A fictional race based in this series, which allows it to comically address the majority of issues plaguing society. The jokes are off beat and intelligent almost harking a 'The Office' appeal which may be before its time. The Animation implementation is the best that I have seen come from a this type of media genre (mixed reality/cartoon). Where the Animated character Zorn actually can interact with the world around himself. The cast is well formed, and the scripts are well thought out. This show is exploring multiple facets of society that some may find off putting, but again I stress that it is ahead of its time, and with more air time will hopefully catch on. It is not that the jokes or the script is intermittent because it struggles, it is because it is intentional which is a balance that this show accomplishes quite well. However this show may not be suitable for the ‘FOX’ audience, but rather a Cartoon Network atmosphere due to there being animation, and most people have some bias’ toward this type of media. Plus the type of humor and the issues the jokes center around may be above most people's ability to pay attention to due to all the moving pieces. I give this show a 10 because it rightfully deserves it. I have watched every Episode with increasing enjoyment.… Expand
  7. BigPrimeNumbers
    Oct 16, 2016
    9
    A great premise and a talented go a long way in making this comedy stand out, especially for anyone who was alive in the 80s as a kid, or with kids. If the show can keep up the pace it's got early in this season, it'll have potential to be something special.
  8. StarWarsFan
    Oct 2, 2016
    10
    Finally a show that isn't afraid to call out the cultural narrative that guys should be physically weak and sensitive. The show may not be well received by some women who may feel like Zorn represents everything they hate about men, but honestly, this is entertainment at its finest. More politically incorrect shows please!!
  9. Davrosdaleks1
    Mar 9, 2017
    9
    One of the best new comedies of the year.

    Almost the entire cast hits it out of the park. The MVP is Tim Meadows as the eternally good-natured Craig who deals unusually well with Zorn's shenanigans. Not to say the title character isn't a lot of fun.. Zorn's like an overgrown frat boy, but they don't make the mistake of making him a total jerk. He actually goes through a lot of character    One of the best new comedies of the year.

    Almost the entire cast hits it out of the park. The MVP is Tim Meadows as the eternally good-natured Craig who deals unusually well with Zorn's shenanigans. Not to say the title character isn't a lot of fun.. Zorn's like an overgrown frat boy, but they don't make the mistake of making him a total jerk. He actually goes through a lot of character growth in the season. The only weak element is the titular son of Zorn, Alan. He just isn't very interesting and when he acts selfish he isn't as redeemable as his father.

    I also like that they completely run with the concept. The problem with the Patrick Warburton Tick show was that it had superheroes, but it made everything so mundane. Here, it's not just an animated guy doing everyday stuff all the time. They bring in Zorn's crazy world of Zephyria a lot, including a host of fantasy and science fiction items.

    Really funny show, I highly recommend.    … Expand
  10. radulle
    Sep 12, 2016
    10
    Based only on the pilot I have to say I love it and if you like Sea Lab 2021, Archer, Space Ghost Coast to Coast, Frisky Dingo you will enjoy it too. I can't wait for more.
  11. Chrisman27
    Sep 13, 2016
    7
    i only saw part of the premeire on sunday and from what little bit i saw it was wild and funny dont get me wrong i will probably continue to watch but it seems like it might be a little kidiish for fans of fox humor however it seems to show zorn as a guy whose trying to be a good father to his almost adult son though hes not a rolemodel parent in some cases hes trying to get there andi only saw part of the premeire on sunday and from what little bit i saw it was wild and funny dont get me wrong i will probably continue to watch but it seems like it might be a little kidiish for fans of fox humor however it seems to show zorn as a guy whose trying to be a good father to his almost adult son though hes not a rolemodel parent in some cases hes trying to get there and thats all that counts he attempts at things and fails sevral times but in parent hood thats whatmust be done never just give up i think i will keep this around… Expand
  12. SevenThunders
    Oct 6, 2016
    0
    If this show is successful, then there is no hope for America as a nation. The acting is terrible, no doubt due to the need to integrate with a cartoon. The humor is bathroom humor of the lowest order lacking any creativity or redeeming value.

    They take what could be a good premise, a cartoon superhero, trying to relate to an ordinary teenage son and turn it into a bunch of low    If this show is successful, then there is no hope for America as a nation. The acting is terrible, no doubt due to the need to integrate with a cartoon. The humor is bathroom humor of the lowest order lacking any creativity or redeeming value.

    They take what could be a good premise, a cartoon superhero, trying to relate to an ordinary teenage son and turn it into a bunch of low moral BS, typical of hollywood degenerates. Yeah I get it, there is an imperative to continue the demoralization of the US population. But I never laughed once at their utter stupidity.

    Rather I got angry and insulted that they passed this drivel off as entertainment. Please fail. Please don't tell me that the US population is actually entertained by this. If so the apocalypse is not far off.    … Expand
  13. kuehnau
    Oct 1, 2016
    5
    I am really on the fence with Son of Zorn. On one hand, it's a refreshing, unique, concept that is rarely seen outside of cinema. On the other, Son of Zorn feels like it could be better, could be funnier than it actually is. For whatever reason, it feel's oddly restrained a lot of times and many of the jokes fall pretty flat.

    If this was directed, written or produced by Seth Macfarlane,    I am really on the fence with Son of Zorn. On one hand, it's a refreshing, unique, concept that is rarely seen outside of cinema. On the other, Son of Zorn feels like it could be better, could be funnier than it actually is. For whatever reason, it feel's oddly restrained a lot of times and many of the jokes fall pretty flat.

    If this was directed, written or produced by Seth Macfarlane, it would have been solid gold.    … Expand
  14. weirdcryo
    Sep 26, 2016
    2
    The writing is off and the fact that the main character is animated make the whole scene and all the acting weird, to be honest I consider the show a waste of time and descent actors.
  15. J2005
    Sep 30, 2016
    6
    The animated portion does not look like it interacts with the live action portion at all, resulting in stiff jokes that feel like something that wishes they were in Space Ghost Coast to Coast.

    The kind hearted plot may or may not be enough to make up for this.
  16. ComandanteCobra
    Aug 22, 2017
    9
    After viewing the entire season one I can say that It's a funny, fresh, alternative show...and a great homage to cartoon and tv series cliches.
    An animated show for adults (those who were actually young in the 80's) that entertain without needing to use vulgarity, obscenity or political jokes to make people laugh.
    Artemis Pebdani and Timothy Meadows do a great job playing supporting    After viewing the entire season one I can say that It's a funny, fresh, alternative show...and a great homage to cartoon and tv series cliches.
    An animated show for adults (those who were actually young in the 80's) that entertain without needing to use vulgarity, obscenity or political jokes to make people laugh.
    Artemis Pebdani and Timothy Meadows do a great job playing supporting characters
    Some of the episodes are not as good as others so i suggest to watch the entire season..it will get better in the end    … Expand
  17. metakane
    May 11, 2017
    10
    This show is hilarious. But, because it is not a clone of Family Guy the American critics panned it. American critics only like **** and fart jokes. Anything else flies over their heads.
  18. Cazmantis
    Jun 17, 2017
    8
    I caught this show on an airline the other day and quickly watched all available episodes. It's really funny. The concept is definitely off beat but I think it really works. The show has such a strong cast as well - almost every actor I recognized from other comedy shows. There's even an occasional character voiced by Nick Offerman :-)
  19. Hung_Lo
    Oct 21, 2018
    10
    This humor may not be for everybody, but If you appreciate odd humor you may find it hilarious.

    I only give this show a 10 to balance out ridiculous reviews of 0, but it is a solid, funny show.

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Metascore
57

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
  1. IndieWire
    Reviewed by: Ben Travers
    Sep 26, 2016
    83
    Brash jokes to the opposite extreme are good for a quick chuckle, but deeper laughs came from the above comparisons many of us find in day-to-day life. Still, what makes Son of Zorn an exciting new series is that it can go to both ends of the spectrum with consistency.
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  2. Under The Radar
    Reviewed by: Jeremy Nisen
    Sep 20, 2016
    50
    Meadows was the one minor bright spot as the self-emasculating and self-deprecating therapist. Hines' allusions to a wild, coked-up past, Zorn's workplace woes, Pemberton's teen angst-these were all well-treaded tropes, and likely a missed opportunity for something more clever.
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  3. Washington Post
    Reviewed by: Hank Stuever
    Sep 15, 2016
    25
    It gets old the minute it starts.
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