Springsteen on Broadway
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Dec 16, 2018
Metascore
87

Universal acclaim - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8

Critic Reviews

  1. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Carlos Valladares
    Dec 13, 2018
    50
    Springsteen’s attempts to conjure up a spell, while they probably worked on the stage, are constantly shattered by Thom Zimny’s cuts and disengaged zooms.

Awards & Rankings

11
#11 Best TV Season of 2018
10
#10 Most Shared TV Season of 2018

User Reviews

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 21
  3. Negative: 3 out of 21
  1. RabbiRizzle
    Dec 18, 2018
    10
    Springsteen's Broadway show transfers beautifully to television. The presentation is elemental; Springsteen narrates his deeply personalSpringsteen's Broadway show transfers beautifully to television. The presentation is elemental; Springsteen narrates his deeply personal stories, illustrated with beautiful acoustic performances of some of the greatest songs. Its frequently tearfully moving, but interspersed with self-deprecating humour. I'm not sure any other rock superstar could perform with such grace and flair.… Full Review »
  2. Xbluannax
    Nov 20, 2021
    8
    A much watch if you’re into Bruce and his life story as he goes into detail about his past.
  3. mikeydowntown
    Dec 31, 2018
    8
    To properly appreciate the show one has to consider the number years that Springsteen has been at this. His book was a rather boring read butTo properly appreciate the show one has to consider the number years that Springsteen has been at this. His book was a rather boring read but the live presentation is quite engaging. His self depreciation and his acknowledge of his own talent are interesting albeit conflicting revelations. The depth of personal experience in some of his songs is great to hear about. And just like one his concerts, despite all that he gives, he leaves you wanting more.… Full Review »
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