The A Word

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Season 1
Season #: 3, 2, 1
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
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Critic Reviews

  1. Variety
    Reviewed by: Sonia Saraiya
    Jul 12, 2016
    60
    The A Word is guilty of some sloppy plotting and an over-investment in maudlin plots better left to more masterful chroniclers of the charms of small town life. But at its core, there is a fascinating and unique story of one child’s difficult-to-understand world, and his parents who are being dragged into compassion, kicking and screaming all the way.
  2. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: David Wiegand
    Jul 12, 2016
    50
    The general conceit for the series isn’t the problem--it’s the ham-fisted execution. Bowker doesn’t trust his viewers to allow credible drama and character development to make his points, so he hits us over the head, repeatedly.

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51
#51 Best TV Season of 2016

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 17 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 17
  3. Negative: 2 out of 17
  1. PoeticDumpling
    Jul 13, 2016
    9
    I agree with majority of the critics here. First off, this series is worth your time. Joe alone will win your heart and the journey ofI agree with majority of the critics here. First off, this series is worth your time. Joe alone will win your heart and the journey of awakening the family takes is meaningful. Some of the side plots or sub-plots are a little weaker and you will be finding yourself pining for more Joe time, but stick with it. Sometimes the family members get dramatic and go on annoying tangents, but stick with it. Episode 3 has some excellent moments with a speech therapist. I am currently three episodes in. Also, as a music lover... this series satisfies with a solid soundtrack and wee lad singer, as well. There is a lot to love in this series. Sadly, the US will likely try to re-make it or something as usual. This series has already been renewed for Season 2 in UK which is a great sign, as well. The moments of humor and levity along with the strong magnetic central lead keep what could have been a too difficult or weighty series afloat upon watchable waters.… Full Review »
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