Testees

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Season 1
  • Network: FX
  • Series Premiere Date: Oct 9, 2008
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 47 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 47
  3. Negative: 9 out of 47
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  1. EmbarrassedWatcher
    Oct 18, 2008
    3
    Shock humor that's too much shock and not enough humor. The concept seems great, but the jokes aren't there. The only redeeming value is watching their bodies undergo various changes, most of which, make me want to vomit and turn off the tv, of which only the latter happens.
  2. RussB.
    Oct 10, 2008
    9
    Never heard any hype about this show other than the brief commercials leading up to it. I have to say, I didn't think that FX could top the crude (yet awesome) humor of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia but they knocked it out of the park on this one. If you have delicate sensibilities, I would recommend you just go ahead and block FX completely because this is obviously not Never heard any hype about this show other than the brief commercials leading up to it. I have to say, I didn't think that FX could top the crude (yet awesome) humor of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia but they knocked it out of the park on this one. If you have delicate sensibilities, I would recommend you just go ahead and block FX completely because this is obviously not your forte. I for one am now a fan of the show.… Expand
  3. StefanM
    May 22, 2009
    10
    AWESOME SHOW!!!! Reminds me of my youth watching beavis and butthead. Please Bring It BACK!!!!!!
  4. AustinR
    Aug 7, 2009
    10
    One of my favorite shows. You need a sophisticated sense of humor to enjoy it. That may sound bizarre, but you have to be able to analyze the situations and realize how unique this show is. The plot has never been done. I love Everybody Loves Raymond and Seinfeld, but they're are lots of cheap rip offs of those shows that aren't being cancelled. This the Flight of the Conchords One of my favorite shows. You need a sophisticated sense of humor to enjoy it. That may sound bizarre, but you have to be able to analyze the situations and realize how unique this show is. The plot has never been done. I love Everybody Loves Raymond and Seinfeld, but they're are lots of cheap rip offs of those shows that aren't being cancelled. This the Flight of the Conchords on FX, and the the only good show on the network besides It's Always Sunny. (The edge still goes to Testees).… Expand
  5. DebraB
    Sep 20, 2009
    10
    We were prepared to hate it. The only reason we tried it out was it aired after It's Always Sunny and we were on too much of a high from Sunny to turn off the tv. Over the weeks, we were strangely looking forward to Testees more than Sunny. Scenes that were so over the top you had to look away; calling a friend in the middle of an episode because we "couldn't believe that they We were prepared to hate it. The only reason we tried it out was it aired after It's Always Sunny and we were on too much of a high from Sunny to turn off the tv. Over the weeks, we were strangely looking forward to Testees more than Sunny. Scenes that were so over the top you had to look away; calling a friend in the middle of an episode because we "couldn't believe that they can get away with that on tv??!!" And now it's canceled. Sure, bring another season of Big Brother. We need more important shows like Charm School. Shame on you FX. I always thought you were a step ahead of the other networks. It had witty writing & was deliciously raunchy. Shame on you for dumping it.… Expand
  6. DerekF.
    Oct 10, 2008
    8
    This show follows in the traditions of the more oddball and insanely original shows like Sunny in Philly and Stella, Sarah Silverman Prog., Trailer Park Boys, How Not To Live Your Life, Knights of Prosperity, Arrested Development, Etc.... If you are a fan of the ANTI-Sitcom this will be right up your alley. Yes it is juvenile, and lowbrow as hell, but it IS funny and intelligent as well. This show follows in the traditions of the more oddball and insanely original shows like Sunny in Philly and Stella, Sarah Silverman Prog., Trailer Park Boys, How Not To Live Your Life, Knights of Prosperity, Arrested Development, Etc.... If you are a fan of the ANTI-Sitcom this will be right up your alley. Yes it is juvenile, and lowbrow as hell, but it IS funny and intelligent as well. I am shocked at how many prototypical by the numbers sitcoms get good reviews and major viewerships on a regular basis. Frankly, if you think Two & A Half Men is a "good" sitcom, then you will NOT like this show. If on the other hand, you define a good time by watching someone get hurt while their best frind pisses their pants laughing and pointing at them, then this show is probably gonna float your boat. I hope they will continue to be this funny in future episodes.… Expand
  7. Izzy
    Jan 15, 2009
    9
    AWESOME. This show is hilarious and interesting to watch how they go about their lives. Definitely do not watch if you dont think fart jokes and people falling down stairs is funny. The only thing I dont like about it is that there really isn't no history or backstory, but maybe that makes it all the more funny for people. Overall, very funny, very good show.
  8. AllanN
    Mar 20, 2009
    9
    Gross, vulgar, low, and laugh-out-loud funny. Some of the episodes are comedic gems, as funny as anything I've ever seen on TV. The only reason I give it a 9 out of 10 is because not every story achieves the high standards this show has set for itself... but even the weaker eps are worth checking out. Is anyone watching this series? I hope so!!
  9. JamesL.
    Nov 17, 2008
    8
    Absolutely hilarious, despite what some of the critics say. You probably shouldn't watch this if you're over 35 - except if you smoke pot. There's no backstory which brings my score a bit down.
  10. StuartM
    Mar 31, 2009
    9
    I'm not normally the type of guy that likes this crass type of humor. My favorite shows being Boston Legal, Big Band Theory, and Scrubs. The fact that they are medical testers is the reason this show works. I like seeing what they have to test next. Unlike Sarah Silverman Program the actors are good witch really helps the show. The Main reason I like this show is because its ok to I'm not normally the type of guy that likes this crass type of humor. My favorite shows being Boston Legal, Big Band Theory, and Scrubs. The fact that they are medical testers is the reason this show works. I like seeing what they have to test next. Unlike Sarah Silverman Program the actors are good witch really helps the show. The Main reason I like this show is because its ok to laugh at Sexual or Crude joke if they are done well. This show goes beyond Shock value and finds situations that are truly hilarious. Like the time Larry turns into a werewolf. That was an amazing episode. It keeps you guessing witch is nice.… Expand
  11. RobB
    Apr 12, 2009
    10
    I thought it was hilarious and can't wait for a new season.
  12. SheldonH
    Jun 2, 2009
    10
    Personally, I don't watch much TV but the office.... however, this is by far the most silly entertaining show out there.... please come back for season2! 2 normal guys, normal, not like Miam 90210, lets you connect to their goofiness. GREAT production and hilarious stories.
  13. Amber
    Nov 11, 2008
    8
    I love this show! it can be hard to watch sometimes (like the gay amnesia episode) but its like a clown car got hit by a travailing Circus train. you have to watch it. it disturbingly funny!
  14. kpiv
    Oct 18, 2010
    10
    Witty comedy with plenty of slap stick sprinkled on top. I can only hope that this show is brought back. This show is exactly what I hope to watch after a long day.
  15. dingledoodle
    Aug 8, 2012
    10
    What a huge difference between what users are saying about the show and how the critics rated it... Obviously there are a lot of fans. Count me as one... very well written and acted show. Shame FX couldn't have given it another season to catch on.
  16. desilva01
    Apr 26, 2012
    10
    In a time dominated by ridiculous shows such as Two and a Half Men that only by the grace of God has somehow managed to find a place at the top of the most watched television shows, I am left in disbelief that a little slapstick humour like that of Testees has been met with so much displeasure, I hope that this show is given another chance because, at the end of the day, life can get youIn a time dominated by ridiculous shows such as Two and a Half Men that only by the grace of God has somehow managed to find a place at the top of the most watched television shows, I am left in disbelief that a little slapstick humour like that of Testees has been met with so much displeasure, I hope that this show is given another chance because, at the end of the day, life can get you down and as silly as this show is, it makes you laugh, and that, after all, is all a comedy sets out to do. In that respect, Testees ticks all the right boxes.… Expand
  17. Boffin
    Apr 17, 2013
    9
    This show was clever, very clever, it made the sort of cringing humor that I normally despise, work... And boy they made it work well! Every episode took the show to new levels of depravity and stupidity and I loved it. Jelly bean omlettes was a classic. I still and cringe when I think about it. Steve Markle deserved an Oscar for doing that one scene. Superb.

Awards & Rankings

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#99 Best TV Season of 2008
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#51 Most Discussed TV Season of 2008
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#34 Most Shared TV Season of 2008

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Metascore
37

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 7 out of 12
  1. Newsday
    Reviewed by: Verne Gay
    16
    It's horrible, horrible, horrible, and you will hate yourself for laughing--although I'm afraid you will.
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  2. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Tim Goodman
    50
    In FX's Testees, viewers get a good premise gone sophomorically sideways.
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  3. Newark Star-Ledger
    Reviewed by: Alan Sepinwall
    60
    I don't know that there's a long-running series here--even the pilot runs out of steam before the end--but I did laugh several times.
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