The Good Place

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 19, 2016
Season #: 4, 3, 2, 1
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8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 306 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 257 out of 306
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 306
  3. Negative: 22 out of 306
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  1. marcmyworks
    Sep 27, 2017
    7
    The Good Place is light hearted comedy at its best. Sure it seems like it should be a lot funnier and perhaps even with better stories but it is a satisfying show to bing watch on a lazy Sunday.
  2. JamesIrish68
    Mar 7, 2018
    5
    The first few episodes of The Good Place were fun and original. The vulgar language filter was funny. But after episode 2 it just got sillier and sillier and the jokes mainly of pop culture ‘in’ variety aka not very funny.
    Ted Danson and newcomer Jameele Jamil are very good in their respective roles but Kirsten Bell just doesn't have it for me as a comedy actress. She's too California or    The first few episodes of The Good Place were fun and original. The vulgar language filter was funny. But after episode 2 it just got sillier and sillier and the jokes mainly of pop culture ‘in’ variety aka not very funny.
    Ted Danson and newcomer Jameele Jamil are very good in their respective roles but Kirsten Bell just doesn't have it for me as a comedy actress. She's too California or something to be believable in a comedy situation. There is no sense of tragedy about her which is the essence of comedy.
    Very average ordinary show    … Expand
  3. bob516
    Oct 2, 2016
    10
    My favorite new show this season. I love the subtly of the humor, and the performances necessary to make this show are working. Don't know if people in general will like the poking fun at our own society. For me it is a great opportunity to laugh, even at myself.
  4. erolsabadosh
    Sep 22, 2016
    8
    At fist I wasn't quite sure but soon into the first episode I realised that this is actually really good. Kristen Bell is so brilliant in this role that she turns what otherwise may have been a too quirky idea into something very engaging. Can't wait to see more!
  5. zekezebra
    Dec 7, 2016
    10
    This show is an absolute 10. I love the premise. The tale of the infallible, oops. When things go crazy, crazy is what you get. No one could handle this part better than Kristen Bell. She carries the show with her zany antics. Making an imaginative situation believable is harder that it looks. So i credit the actors. They are able to convince you that the unbelievable situations areThis show is an absolute 10. I love the premise. The tale of the infallible, oops. When things go crazy, crazy is what you get. No one could handle this part better than Kristen Bell. She carries the show with her zany antics. Making an imaginative situation believable is harder that it looks. So i credit the actors. They are able to convince you that the unbelievable situations are just part of a new reality that the after lifers have to deal with. Since this not set in reality, there is plenty of room for artistic licence. A clever turn of phrase becomes a wild flight of fantasy. Its got a WOW level surprise in every episode. Truly the best comedy of the season.… Expand
  6. rmzh2507
    Jan 24, 2017
    10
    Just finished watching the last episode of this season... WOAO... what a twist!!! This show is funny, smart and completely unpredictable... people that consider this dull stopped watching it after 2-3 episodes but really you have to continue watching the show as it would blow you away at the end of the season... my favorite new show this season...
  7. Rysingzombie
    Sep 20, 2016
    10
    Last night I watched the first two episodes with my family and we have all agreed that we are hooked! Although I liked Kristen Bell in Veronica Mars and have enjoyed her in other shows and movies, I wasn't sure if she would be able to pull off being the lead character. Wow was I surprised at how funny and likeable her character is despite the fact that on earth she wasn't a very goodLast night I watched the first two episodes with my family and we have all agreed that we are hooked! Although I liked Kristen Bell in Veronica Mars and have enjoyed her in other shows and movies, I wasn't sure if she would be able to pull off being the lead character. Wow was I surprised at how funny and likeable her character is despite the fact that on earth she wasn't a very good person. I'm very intrigued to discover the mystery behind the mistake that led to her arrival in the Good Place. I thought all the characters were great and acting was top notch. I must also share that it is so refreshing having a unique television show on the air that isn't about cops, or lawyers, or crime scene investigators.… Expand
  8. Russ253
    Sep 30, 2016
    4
    I wanted to see this show, It should be good because of Ted Danson. Well I was wrong, the show needs a lot of work to fix it. I know Ted believes in the show, but it's not there yet.
  9. shoulderoforion
    Feb 21, 2017
    9
    This show was so much sassier than I imagined it'd be when first tuning in, it confused me at first, but I found it to be such a funny little show I looked forward to it each week, and for it's return after the mid winter break. So glad it's been renewed for a second season. Time for another spin.
  10. lynnmkl75
    Sep 30, 2016
    4
    I thought this was going to be a good show. WOW someone went to the good place that wasn't suppose to, had to make for good television. BOY WAS I WRONG. It was the most insane thing I have seen on television lately. I was hoping for something better with Ted Danson. Oh well probably will be gone in a month
  11. kristen58
    Sep 20, 2016
    10
    I flipped to the channel expecting to be over it in 2 minutes and turn it off, but I couldn't stop watching. Kristen Bell is fantastic. I hope it doesn't get cancelled.
  12. dabeast
    Oct 4, 2016
    10
    What a delightful show! Through 4 episodes I view each one with a perpetual smile on my face. Many laugh out load moments and plenty of unexpected turns along the way. Bell and Dansen have perfectly pitched performances and our entire family has just loved this so far. I would normally go 9-9.5 on this, but the show is so damn charming that I ended up clicking on 10!
  13. JustintheCritic
    Oct 14, 2016
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am pretty on and off about this show. On one hand, I like the concept, but on the other hand, I think that a few of the characters have a dumb role in the show. How the show is in the most basic of terms, is that a lady named Eleanor dies, and enters the afterlife. The catch is that she is sent to "The Good Place" (Thus the name of the show.) even though she was a terrible person on Earth, thinks somebody who as Eleanor says,"Royally forked up." (Because in her neighborhood, swearing is disabled.) The actors feel like they were drained of their full potential, especially Jianyu who (In my opinion) has a stupid backstory for his reason of death. Kristen Bell and Ted Danson did a fairly OK job with their roles (Which don't have too much potential, thanks to the roles.) though it does need some work. I do like the idea of Janet being everybody's personal assistant in The Good Place, though. I would have given this show a 4, but I like all shows with an afterlife theme, but I do feel like they have to resort to drugs and some sexual stuff once in while, making the show not exactly too funny. I give this show a 5.… Expand
  14. finnigan37
    Jan 5, 2017
    3
    I had high hopes for this show and have watched every episode. Unfortunately, it is not very funny. The premise is already growing tired and the characters are just kind of boring. The best you get out of The Good Place is one or two mild chuckles per episode. Honestly, has this show ever inspired an out-of-control belly laugh? Probably not.
  15. damien_k98
    Sep 20, 2016
    9
    The Good Place is a witty fun outlook on the afterlife that deserves to keep going and not be cancelled, like some good shows (Agent Carter, The Muppets, and so on)
  16. Ripandread
    Sep 27, 2016
    1
    I can sum up this show in one word: DUMB.

    There was nothing entertaining at all during the premier episode. Ted Danson's character came off as some TV pitchman for a used car dealership. My prediction: This show will go to Heck before Xmas
  17. angelfire5h
    Sep 21, 2016
    1
    I love comedy and was thinking this would be an interesting show with all the good actors it has in it. It was a JOKE! An insult to my intelligence..how STUPID! Will be deleting this..
  18. Singabob
    Sep 22, 2016
    1
    It shouldn't be so hard to follow or understand a comedy show, let alone its concept. This isn't clever or even challenging, its annoying and unlikeable. These folks are apparently in a form of "purgatory" because they can't carry a comedy show...and is my bet for the first cancellation of the season.
  19. cigarking
    Sep 21, 2016
    0
    Probably one of the most moronic shows I have ever watched. The entire premise is lost on me. Switched channels 20 minutes into it. Never again.
    I can understand Kristin Bell grabbing this job. Anything is better than doing shampoo commercials. But Ted Danson coming off a hit and then into this piece of crap. Won't do much for his career.
    I give it 3-4 weeks then this garbage will    Probably one of the most moronic shows I have ever watched. The entire premise is lost on me. Switched channels 20 minutes into it. Never again.
    I can understand Kristin Bell grabbing this job. Anything is better than doing shampoo commercials. But Ted Danson coming off a hit and then into this piece of crap. Won't do much for his career.
    I give it 3-4 weeks then this garbage will be in the can for good.    … Expand
  20. BellaSwan1992
    Apr 15, 2018
    0
    Unfunny, bland, formulaic, puerile bugman "comedy". Despite nominally being a show about moral behavior and its consequences, manages to have less to say about it than an average episode of Seinfeld. The characters are all flat, dull, and unlikable (and not in a funny, transgressive way), the plot is predictable sitcom melodramas and mixups, and the entire premise is frankly just dumb andUnfunny, bland, formulaic, puerile bugman "comedy". Despite nominally being a show about moral behavior and its consequences, manages to have less to say about it than an average episode of Seinfeld. The characters are all flat, dull, and unlikable (and not in a funny, transgressive way), the plot is predictable sitcom melodramas and mixups, and the entire premise is frankly just dumb and poorly realized, since the writers have a very weird, narrow, and trite idea of what "moral excellence" looks like (apparently it mostly means working for nonprofits).… Expand
  21. nautico
    Sep 20, 2016
    0
    What a goofy show. It tries hard to be surreal, clever, and amusing, but fails on all counts. Bell is easy on the eyes and Danson is as competent as usual, but that's it. I can't believe the positive reviews and trust this turkey will meet its demise before Thanksgiving.
  22. Bgrod
    Sep 19, 2016
    0
    Forkin' awful. High concept mess that tries way, way too hard to be absurd and different but the humor went missing. This make You, Me and the Apocalypse seem brilliant. Seriously, what is wrong with the critics falling all over themselves praising this turkey? Must be the Parks and Rec creator lineage. The Good Place is one of the worst shows I have seen. Shockingly bad. Too badForkin' awful. High concept mess that tries way, way too hard to be absurd and different but the humor went missing. This make You, Me and the Apocalypse seem brilliant. Seriously, what is wrong with the critics falling all over themselves praising this turkey? Must be the Parks and Rec creator lineage. The Good Place is one of the worst shows I have seen. Shockingly bad. Too bad that great talents like Bell and Danson are completely squandered.… Expand
  23. ED2664422
    Sep 22, 2016
    1
    What the FRACK WERE THEY THINKING 30 MINUTES OF MY LIFE I WILL NEVER GET BACK i did not care for any of the characters and i like ted, cancelled cancelled cancelled cancelled do the merciful thing
  24. norse
    Dec 3, 2017
    10
    The absolute best writing and acting I've seen this century. It's incredible to see a series this great come out of nowhere, with perfectly honed performances throughout.
  25. Synycom
    Feb 20, 2019
    0
    Couldn’t be less funny. Must be for the ultra politically correct snowflake of snowflakes.
  26. capraesque
    Jan 15, 2018
    1
    I have enjoyed many movies set in 'heaven' such as Defending Your Life and Heaven Can Wait. And the good versus evil of Capra, Preston Sturgess movies et al. But I find this, irritating, and one dimensional. It's like watching a pantomime. I know the main character is supposed to be annoying, but it's so much so I can't watch. It's a miss for me.
  27. drlowdon
    Jun 6, 2022
    9
    Waking up in the afterlife Eleanor Shellstrop is introduced by Michael to The Good Place, a Heaven-like utopia he designed. Unfortunately she soon realises that she was sent there by mistake and so must hide her morally dubious behaviour if she wants to avoid eternal torture in The Bad Place.

    Fans of showrunner Michael Schur’s previous network comedies Parks and Recreation and Brooklyn    Waking up in the afterlife Eleanor Shellstrop is introduced by Michael to The Good Place, a Heaven-like utopia he designed. Unfortunately she soon realises that she was sent there by mistake and so must hide her morally dubious behaviour if she wants to avoid eternal torture in The Bad Place.

    Fans of showrunner Michael Schur’s previous network comedies Parks and Recreation and Brooklyn Nine-Nine will be immediately familiar with the shows sense of humour but, thanks to its setting, The Good Place is a truly unique comedy series.. Kristen Bell and Ted Danson are particularly well cast in their roles and their great on screen chemistry plays a big part in making this first season a success.    … Expand
  28. imthenoob
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Simply put, It's a very well written and funny show. The cast does such a great job at selling their characters but it's really the top-notch writing that ties it all together.
  29. HealingToolbox1
    Sep 21, 2016
    8
    An amusing show which takes karma but not reincarnation for granted. Kristen Bell could do more than simply read lines I feel. Ted plays along gamefully adding as much as he can.
  30. LVogt
    Sep 26, 2018
    10
    The best comedy for a long time; at least for me. It's remarkable how it can be both whimsical and insightful simultaneously... and it's all about about ethics! So smart. It can also be subtle and silly at the same time. All the characters are great and the actors make a great ensemble. And thank The Good Place for no laugh track—which I hate. I am really looking forward to the season 3The best comedy for a long time; at least for me. It's remarkable how it can be both whimsical and insightful simultaneously... and it's all about about ethics! So smart. It can also be subtle and silly at the same time. All the characters are great and the actors make a great ensemble. And thank The Good Place for no laugh track—which I hate. I am really looking forward to the season 3 premier. Yay!… Expand
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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    Sep 23, 2016
    80
    The first five episodes propel the story with so many surprises and calamitous cliffhangers that even nonbelievers might want to check the out-of-this-world Place out. [26 Sep 2016-2 Oct 2016, p.17]
  2. Under The Radar
    Reviewed by: Jeremy Nisen
    Sep 20, 2016
    80
    A series pilot has to walk a rather tricky line of setting up a series premise, giving a hint of things to come, and, you know, being entertaining. As far as pilots go, NBC's The Good Place (from Parks and Creation co-creator Michael Schur) hits it out of the park with all of the above-not to mention some honest to goodness earned laughter.
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  3. Newark Star-Ledger
    Reviewed by: Vicki Hyman
    Sep 19, 2016
    83
    The first episode starts out whimsical and veers into freakish by the end, but I'm already invested in seeing where it goes from there.
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