The Artful Dodger
HULU | Release Date: November 29, 2023
CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
67
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 15 Critic Reviews
Positive:
9
Mixed:
5
Negative:
1

Critic Reviews

Critic scorePublicationBy date
90
ColliderMaggie LovittFeb 10, 2026
Season 2 Review: The writers manage to balance a robust ensemble while never straying too far off course and work to build up each character with their own unique journey. The Artful Dodger's Season 2 return guarantees that viewers will remember it as one of the decade's best historical series. Read full review
83
ColliderMaggie LovittNov 27, 2023
Season 1 Review: The twists and turns that the story takes keep everyone on edge, delivering satisfying episodes each step of the way. Read full review
83
The A.V. ClubMeredith Hobbs CoonsNov 27, 2023
Season 1 Review: Let’s welcome Doctor Dodger. He worms his way into our hearts in this series, and he didn’t even have to sing or wear shades. Read full review
80
The Daily BeastCaroline SiedeJan 18, 2024
Season 1 Review: And while the plotting is a little all over the place, the central characters are sharply written and the chemistry between the leads fantastic, particularly as a romance starts to blossom between Belle and Dodger. Whatever your preferred flavor of period piece TV, The Artful Dodger likely has something that will have you asking for more. Read full review
80
The GuardianLucy ManganJan 17, 2024
Season 1 Review: It retains some heart and all of its easy charm. Let it lighten your mood and take your mind off things for an hour or so. Read full review
80
Boston GlobeMatthew GilbertNov 21, 2023
Season 1 Review: What helps to make this curio of a show a little something more than a fast-paced distraction is David Thewlis, who plays Fagin. Read full review
70
DeciderJoel KellerFeb 10, 2026
Season 2 Review: While we still think The Artful Dodger is still a fun watch, we’re wary about the second season making jumping through story hoops to make sure Jack and Belle stay apart. Read full review
70
DeciderJoel KellerNov 29, 2023
Season 1 Review: The Artful Dodger doesn’t try to replicate the vibe of Oliver Twist. It has its own vibe, one that moves quickly, is often funny, and is mostly entertaining to watch. Read full review
70
Wall Street JournalJohn AndersonNov 29, 2023
Season 1 Review: Only four episodes were made available for review, but when the rest appear I will watch, at the very least for Mr. Thewlis. And Ms. Mitchell. And Mr. Brodie-Sangster. Read full review
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