StartUp

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Season 1
  • Network: CRACKLE
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 6, 2016
Season #: 3, 2, 1
User Score
7.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 61 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 61
  3. Negative: 9 out of 61
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  1. lubfishin
    Sep 16, 2016
    10
    Ignore the so called professional critics, they are douche-bags with inflated egos that get paid to push whoever pays them the most, this series is absolutely fantastic. Acting is good. Story line hooked me to binge watch all the episodes.
  2. Otown
    Sep 15, 2016
    10
    Wicked cool. Binged whole thing in 2 days - only because I couldn't stay up all night. Doesn't feel like anything else on tv. Wasn't an OC fan but Brody is awesome in this.
  3. lowryda777
    Sep 13, 2016
    10
    Awesome. Awesome. Awesome. Binged the entire series in 24 hours. When does season 2 launch? I'll be in rehab until then. Gencoin/Bitcoin is such an impressive idea- that the characters explore in a familiar way that we can all relate to. Who doesn't want to change the world? Who doesn't want to make the world a better place? This series explores all of the above with character developmentAwesome. Awesome. Awesome. Binged the entire series in 24 hours. When does season 2 launch? I'll be in rehab until then. Gencoin/Bitcoin is such an impressive idea- that the characters explore in a familiar way that we can all relate to. Who doesn't want to change the world? Who doesn't want to make the world a better place? This series explores all of the above with character development that is clear and engaging. And of course nothing beats the back-drop of Miami. 2 thumbs up and forwarding to edgy friends. Boom.… Expand
  4. invein
    Nov 20, 2016
    9
    I really can't believe the mediocre ratings. I just can't. It's one of the most binge-worthy tv shows in recent time. Wicked cliffhangers, likable characters, great production value. I really hope they do a second season despite all the negative critic reviews.
  5. Mccusky
    Nov 27, 2016
    9
    A surprisingly good drama, after twenty minutes I wasn't convinced but stuck with it and although the story lacks a little depth there are great performances by all of the main characters, theres an entertaining dynamic, some of the plot is a little convenient but coincidence and unlikely happenings are one of the pillars of a good story and I'm hoping this continues beyond episode 3. Great!
  6. inopinatus
    Feb 19, 2019
    1
    A parade of unpleasant people being unpleasant to each other that insults the viewer's intelligence from start to finish. Unwatchable garbage.
  7. yanikou
    Sep 16, 2016
    9
    Crackle signe la série de la rentrée estivale, dix épisodes coup de poing, hacker, banquier véreux, agent fédéral pourri, fils candide et informaticienne de génie, un caïd haïtien du gettho de Miami vont se confronter ou s'allier pour démarrer un projet de carte de crédit accessible à tous-tes sans le système des banques. Pour pimenter le tout la mafia russe va peu à peu se dévoiler pourCrackle signe la série de la rentrée estivale, dix épisodes coup de poing, hacker, banquier véreux, agent fédéral pourri, fils candide et informaticienne de génie, un caïd haïtien du gettho de Miami vont se confronter ou s'allier pour démarrer un projet de carte de crédit accessible à tous-tes sans le système des banques. Pour pimenter le tout la mafia russe va peu à peu se dévoiler pour mieux reserrer son empreinte sur le trio improbable. Bouns le premier épisode dure pls de 60 mn. Les acteurs-trices sont géniaux, comme le script, la musique, les images, il y a une maîtrise de la caméra impeccable. A voir absolument.… Expand
  8. EduardoWeiss
    Sep 21, 2016
    10
    Do not believe the negative reviews. I've read plenty of them and it seems everyone picked up on buzz terms like too much sex and violence. The sex scenes are not as only 10% of what you would see on most cable shows. The directors chose to cut them in a way that made them seem realistic and raw, without even showing any real nudity! The violence is also not as common as reviewers wouldDo not believe the negative reviews. I've read plenty of them and it seems everyone picked up on buzz terms like too much sex and violence. The sex scenes are not as only 10% of what you would see on most cable shows. The directors chose to cut them in a way that made them seem realistic and raw, without even showing any real nudity! The violence is also not as common as reviewers would have you believe but when it happens it packs a punch.

    This is the smartest most well directed show I have seen in a while. At the heart of the drama are the four main characters who are all brought together for the same reason: to make a change. I'm including in this the "villain" played by Martin Freeman who in every scene completely surprised me by the choices he made. He is both intimidating and relatable and always a much more complex rich character than you would expect from even the best of tv shows.

    Ronald, played by Edi Gathegi, the Haitian gangster has the most powerful presence. I can't remember another show where an actor could steal a scene with simply the look on his eyes.

    The show is a tense thriller and manages to have heart and humor at the same time. There isn't quite any show like it out there today and I'm seriously dissapointed at the hack job reviewers have been doing in writing about it. Their writing process becomes transparent: jot down the first impressions while watching the first 20 minutes of the show (while most probably checking their twitter accounts and other reviews on the show as "research" at the same time), put a spellchecker on and "submit". Get paid.

    And most times this is passable because TV has been predictable on how unpredictable it tries to be. This time however professional tv critics have been revealed to how **** they are at what they do, because this show deserves the utmost praise.    … Expand
  9. tarekelsakka
    Nov 14, 2017
    10
    This is probably the most underrated TV show I've ever seen in my life. I just got Amazon Prime for 6 months and I went in with no expectations, but I was amazed and mesmerized. The acting, storytelling, camera, soundtracks, and every element in the movie came together beautifully.

    I'd say that Edi Gathegi has become one of my all-time favorite actors just because of his performance in    This is probably the most underrated TV show I've ever seen in my life. I just got Amazon Prime for 6 months and I went in with no expectations, but I was amazed and mesmerized. The acting, storytelling, camera, soundtracks, and every element in the movie came together beautifully.

    I'd say that Edi Gathegi has become one of my all-time favorite actors just because of his performance in this show. If the other actors and actresses weren't as great as they were, I'd say he steals the show.

    Forget the critics and go in with an open mind, you'll absolutely love it.

    I watched the whole show in two days and I can't remember binge watching any other show that much except The Wire.

    Forget what the critics said and go in and enjoy the ride.    … Expand
  10. shepard86
    Jan 20, 2017
    10
    Totally underrated, critics need to get their heads out of their collective asses... amazing actors, engaging story, major plot twists. Beautifully made material for binging.
  11. Bleat0124
    Sep 21, 2016
    7
    There are parts of the writing thats a little too sentimental at times, and the characters can be a little on dimensions--some, not all. But theres allot of potential there. Moments that are absolutely jaw dropping: spoiler alert, like the moment in the bathtub and the shootout in little Haiti where one of the main cast just went into supersayan. The series tries to be a complex characterThere are parts of the writing thats a little too sentimental at times, and the characters can be a little on dimensions--some, not all. But theres allot of potential there. Moments that are absolutely jaw dropping: spoiler alert, like the moment in the bathtub and the shootout in little Haiti where one of the main cast just went into supersayan. The series tries to be a complex character drama, an action thrillers, beautiful shot, and completely engrossing, and at times it does this and other times it falls flat. Its not often great but its often good, sometimes dry and cringe worthy and a few times absolutely great. It would be a shame to see this show get cancelled. I think the creator and his writers are starting to find thier footing.

    The acting is all in from virtually everyone    … Expand
  12. ultimateb0b
    Oct 15, 2016
    4
    This show just seems to try too hard to be cool, to the point where it loses credibility.

    If you've ever got to the point where you've watched a show and thought "Yeah... I'm not buying that", you'll know what I mean.
  13. OctaviaMoon
    Nov 13, 2016
    10
    Every bit as good as True Detective. I have no idea why critics didn't rate this more highly. The characters felt very real to me, and I'm not easily fooled. There is desperation in some of the actions, and I felt that desperation and despair. Martin Freeman was a revelation - watch for the scene of him sitting in his car, trying to come to terms with some of his choices - it is compellingEvery bit as good as True Detective. I have no idea why critics didn't rate this more highly. The characters felt very real to me, and I'm not easily fooled. There is desperation in some of the actions, and I felt that desperation and despair. Martin Freeman was a revelation - watch for the scene of him sitting in his car, trying to come to terms with some of his choices - it is compelling viewing. The story takes you on a journey, and it doesn't always take you where you want to go, but it makes you feel every bump in the road. I hope they make a second series, because this one will stay with me for a very long time and I haven't felt that since Breaking Bad ended.… Expand
  14. TFL
    Oct 10, 2016
    7
    Love the show! Got lost after Izzy lost Gentec in the contract and who took it over. I guess the Asian guy and and Russian woman. Love the Haitian, excellent role he is playing and like the storyline although it seemed to get a bit watered down. Looking forward to next season.
  15. chidime
    Oct 5, 2017
    9
    Great season. First episode was great, it slowed down considerably for the next few episodes, but from the middle till the end was really amazing. Really great acting too all round, most especially Ronald (played by Edi Gathegi, who was fantastic as he usually is). Great job.
  16. TVBug
    Nov 19, 2017
    9
    I love it. It's a classic David and Goliath story with a modern spin. The character's are great. Ronnie, the reluctant gang leader, Izzie the girl genious, and Nick the soft-hearted rich boy. They're the three muskateers in an impossibly dangerous business world. However many beat-downs they take they keep getting back up. You can't help but root for them and you can't stop believing thatI love it. It's a classic David and Goliath story with a modern spin. The character's are great. Ronnie, the reluctant gang leader, Izzie the girl genious, and Nick the soft-hearted rich boy. They're the three muskateers in an impossibly dangerous business world. However many beat-downs they take they keep getting back up. You can't help but root for them and you can't stop believing that they'll overcome the odds. If the story line strains credibility every now and then, it's easy to forgive because the show is so engaging. I can't wait to watch each episode.… Expand
  17. TSXinTX
    May 21, 2021
    10
    The show is great, very entertaining, addictive. This is the why I always watch shows I’m interested in first, before listening to critics.

Awards & Rankings

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#73 Most Discussed TV Season of 2016

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Metascore
52

Mixed or average reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. The Lincoln Journal Star
    Reviewed by: Jeff Korbelik
    Sep 12, 2016
    83
    StartUp is a thinking-person’s thriller, along the lines of USA’s “Mr. Robot.” Ketai delves into greed, corruption, violence and more, and none of his characters are immune to any of it.
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  2. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Jen Chaney
    Sep 7, 2016
    50
    Despite strong work by its actors, StartUp is just another exploration of underground crime and shady dealings that we’ve seen a thousand times before on film and television.
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  3. Yahoo TV
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    Sep 6, 2016
    40
    Nick, Ronald and Izzy--she’s the real brains behind GenCoin, although she’s poor and working out of her parents’ garage--are a highly unlikely collaborative trio. I didn’t buy their unity for a second.
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