The Comedians

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Season 1
  • Network: FX
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 9, 2015
User Score
6.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 32 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 32
  3. Negative: 9 out of 32
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  1. johnmocon
    Apr 23, 2015
    10
    The duo of Gadd and Crystal play really well together and the show in general gives off a very real Office/Modern Family interview feel. I think the combination of Gadd and Crystal and the plot will definitely offer some extremely uncomfortable moments which will lead to some really great moments. Hopefully the surrounding cast can offer some good segments as well. Too often are peopleThe duo of Gadd and Crystal play really well together and the show in general gives off a very real Office/Modern Family interview feel. I think the combination of Gadd and Crystal and the plot will definitely offer some extremely uncomfortable moments which will lead to some really great moments. Hopefully the surrounding cast can offer some good segments as well. Too often are people so quick to judge a show out of the gates instead of letting it really find it's legs.… Expand
  2. NYChristopher
    Apr 27, 2015
    9
    FX consistently brings exceptional programming to basic cable. I appreciate the network for their dramatic shows, including Justified and The Americans. Resurrecting Louie from HBO was a brilliant move in an effort to incorporate a dramedy into it's scheduled line up. The Comedians is simply an exceptional pure comedy that exceeds the litmus of FX programming standards. PairingFX consistently brings exceptional programming to basic cable. I appreciate the network for their dramatic shows, including Justified and The Americans. Resurrecting Louie from HBO was a brilliant move in an effort to incorporate a dramedy into it's scheduled line up. The Comedians is simply an exceptional pure comedy that exceeds the litmus of FX programming standards. Pairing brilliant comedic talents (Billy Crystal and Josh Gadd) that both transcend and represent generations is an incredible idea. I have enjoyed the first 3 episode very much and wish this show well.… Expand
  3. joesmart
    Jun 5, 2015
    8
    The self-deprecating nature of Billy Crystal's character, oblivious to his own precociousness somehow created a way of taking some of the weathered and worn elements of his shtick and made them young and fun again. It's great to see him in this light and it's a real shot in the arm for turning a new page in the career of one our national treasures as a performer.

    Josh Gad is the perfect    The self-deprecating nature of Billy Crystal's character, oblivious to his own precociousness somehow created a way of taking some of the weathered and worn elements of his shtick and made them young and fun again. It's great to see him in this light and it's a real shot in the arm for turning a new page in the career of one our national treasures as a performer.

    Josh Gad is the perfect foil. Believably annoying and oblivious, I love how they can be so out of sync, and then let their guard down...just for a second and the banter is pure genius. And the grocery store scene even border-lined on touching for me. Great reluctant mentor/father vibe.

    I love the execution of this show so far. Well done gentlemen.    … Expand
  4. koconnor1
    Jun 27, 2015
    10
    Some of the best comedy I have seen in a long time. All the characters have grown on me throughout the season and the story arc has been phenomenal. With stellar performances from Crystal, Gadd and others I find that I can't wait to see the next episode right after I finish one. PLEASE do season 2, this show is far better than anything on the standard networks and has been my favoriteSome of the best comedy I have seen in a long time. All the characters have grown on me throughout the season and the story arc has been phenomenal. With stellar performances from Crystal, Gadd and others I find that I can't wait to see the next episode right after I finish one. PLEASE do season 2, this show is far better than anything on the standard networks and has been my favorite this year.… Expand
  5. Ryanlap
    Apr 11, 2015
    7
    The show has flaws but at the end of the day it's funny. The Comedians is not as good as it should be but it's still pretty funny. The Comedians stars Billy Crystal and Josh Gad and I got to say they are a great duo and they are the best part of the show. Billy could be nominated for an emmy. Not sure about Gad though. I will say some flaws are The Comedians is a really uncomfortable show.The show has flaws but at the end of the day it's funny. The Comedians is not as good as it should be but it's still pretty funny. The Comedians stars Billy Crystal and Josh Gad and I got to say they are a great duo and they are the best part of the show. Billy could be nominated for an emmy. Not sure about Gad though. I will say some flaws are The Comedians is a really uncomfortable show. It wants you to feel uncomfortable while you watch it with the awkward pauses and really weird face expressions it's really weird. Overall The Comedians is not as good as it should be but still entertaining and very interesting.… Expand
  6. erolsabadosh
    Jun 22, 2015
    8
    Great show!!! If you like awkward humour a la Curb Your Enthusiasm then definitely check this out, it's by no means as good as that show but it's still up there with the best comedies currently on television IMO. Crystal and Gadd are hilarious together and Stephnie Weir is amazing! I hope this gets renewed for a second season.
  7. Knighthawk81
    Apr 10, 2015
    3
    Sometimes you see a show that's trying too hard and getting no where. That's what I thought of when watching the painfully unfunny pilot for "The Comedians." I like Billy Crystal and Josh Gad, but both deserve better than this limp concept with even more limp execution.
  8. happyjak
    Apr 18, 2015
    0
    oh c' mon man! When show with two VERY GOOD ACTORS is this bad you just have to say...c' mon man
    These guys don't need raunchy dialog to be funny. And in case you missed it, the jokes aren't funny
  9. toliverjohn
    Jul 1, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This one of those shows that takes a while to take off. I am a Billy Crystal fan. I think Billy is funny no matter what! This is a comedy where the main comedians really don't like each other too much. Think Dean and Jerry.

    The show has quirky characters and Billy Crystal. Give it a go.    … Expand
  10. skw
    Jun 29, 2015
    3
    I usually give a new show three episodes before I make up my mind, one way or the other. I stopped watching this show in the middle of the third episode. I rarely stop watching before the end of an episode, but by the second commercial break, I said, "I just don't CARE," and changed channels. Don't get me wrong, I really like Billy Crystal and I really like Josh Gad. And, based on theI usually give a new show three episodes before I make up my mind, one way or the other. I stopped watching this show in the middle of the third episode. I rarely stop watching before the end of an episode, but by the second commercial break, I said, "I just don't CARE," and changed channels. Don't get me wrong, I really like Billy Crystal and I really like Josh Gad. And, based on the advertising for this show, I think that if they had the right vehicle, they could be really good together. But the best part about this show is the trailer.… Expand
  11. Wallisdj
    Apr 28, 2015
    1
    Billy Crystal's comedy has always been difficult to digest, if not understand. He is kind of a Jack Benny of my era. His newest entree into television is flat, not funny. The first episode was more about making faces. Jack Benny had Rochester as his foil; Josh Gad is no foil. I would suppose that Billy is trying a version of The Office, but at least in that series there was one or twoBilly Crystal's comedy has always been difficult to digest, if not understand. He is kind of a Jack Benny of my era. His newest entree into television is flat, not funny. The first episode was more about making faces. Jack Benny had Rochester as his foil; Josh Gad is no foil. I would suppose that Billy is trying a version of The Office, but at least in that series there was one or two smiles. With The Comedians, no smiles. But I promised to watch at least three episodes before making a decision as to add this series to my collection. At present, the vote is a strong NOT.… Expand
  12. BettySpinks
    Jun 20, 2015
    9
    The Comedians is a great show. Don't listen to all these critics and users who only watched the pilot WHICH, like they say, was not that good/funny. The show is much funnier now and I think critics and some reviewers need to revisit the show now that it's found its flow!
  13. hildesimpson
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    Best comedy I have seen since The Office. FX is constantly putting out great shows and is becoming my favorite channel. I trust they will bring back this All Star cast for a second season!!

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
57

Mixed or average reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 30
  3. Negative: 4 out of 30
  1. IndieWire
    Reviewed by: Ben Travers
    Apr 10, 2015
    91
    The combination of young and old proves lethally clever, making what felt like a strange pairing from the outset into a comedy duo for the ages. Everything with Crystal and Gad works at the most basic and extreme levels.
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  2. The Wrap
    Reviewed by: Jason Hughes
    Apr 9, 2015
    50
    The fictional Crystal and Gad have zero chemistry as the series launches, which becomes a pivotal part of the plot as the series progresses. Unfortunately, their real-life counterparts portrayed this lack of comedic chemistry so well in the beginning that it not only impacted the development of show within the show “The Billy & Josh Show,” it was leaving a lukewarm first impression of The Comedians as well.
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  3. Slate
    Reviewed by: Joe Reid
    Apr 9, 2015
    40
    There’s no bite to anything in this show.... The sketches that Crystal and Gad perform in are all solid B-minus to C-plus. Their stop-and-start friendship is utterly unremarkable. Nobody seems willing to go anywhere remotely risky.
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