The Orville

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Season 1
  • Network: FOX , HULU
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 10, 2017
Season #: 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 1016 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 877 out of 1016
  2. Mixed: 46 out of 1016
  3. Negative: 93 out of 1016
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  1. GreenZombie
    Dec 19, 2017
    10
    Yet again, proof that critics and fans are different pages. This show is everything I have been wanting and didn't know. Reminiscent of Star Trek (even more than Star Trek Discovery). It is funny at all the right moments and serious at all the right moments. Every episode was better than the previous. I hope this show has many more seasons to come.
  2. FuriousDave
    Dec 17, 2017
    9
    If you're looking for the next generation of Star Trek - that's actually palatable - this is it. Modern, comedic, intriguing with good writing.

    There are no political undertones or motives, just good new fashioned sci-fi. I hope there's many seasons to come.
  3. brufrog
    Dec 15, 2017
    8
    I really enjoy this show, and I think the 'official' critics are missing the point. Hey, I hate Family Guy too, but I can see that this is something very different. As a majorStar Trek lover, I find The Orville to mostly be a comedy tribute to Captain Kirk. That's a good thing.
  4. Eva-UnitOne
    Dec 12, 2017
    8
    Way better than discovery. It's an odd but welcomed homage to star trek. It is mixed with classic star trek dilemma scenarios with Seth macfarlands crass humour. It's a fresh show, and itches the scratch for new star trek
  5. satihartigan
    Dec 11, 2017
    10
    I love this show! Parody interwoven with true comedy. The critics are idiots if they can't see the genius of this show. Seth Macfarlane knows whats up.
  6. ScytheNoire
    Dec 11, 2017
    9
    This show is the spiritual successor to Star Trek: The Next Generation. It continues to get better and better, and shows touch of social matters in the adventure of the week. There is minor parts of humour mixed in, but sci-fi is the main premise of the show, not humour. Any critic who disliked the show most likely doesn't enjoy Star Trek shows in general.
  7. KMH2017
    Dec 10, 2017
    9
    While not every joke works, it is overall funny, entertaining, and embodies the spirit of Star Trek much better than Star Trek Discovery. The feel is very reminiscent of TNG.
  8. agkkag
    Dec 10, 2017
    9
    I love this show. About me: 38, male. Star Trek is my favorite show of all time and Family Guy is my least favorite show of all time.
    I was really looking forward to Star Trek: Discovery and ultimately was disappointed by its lack of substance and stretched out premise. I much prefer the style of a show where each episode has its own new plot rather than a continuation of a previous    I love this show. About me: 38, male. Star Trek is my favorite show of all time and Family Guy is my least favorite show of all time.
    I was really looking forward to Star Trek: Discovery and ultimately was disappointed by its lack of substance and stretched out premise. I much prefer the style of a show where each episode has its own new plot rather than a continuation of a previous episode. Check. The comedy element of The Orville was a little uncomfortable to get used to, but now that I have it seems to work perfectly in tandem with show's thriller elements. Under the veil of silliness hides a smart, creative show that has the potential of being as beloved and respected as TOS, TNG, DS9    … Expand
  9. Sitcom
    Dec 8, 2017
    10
    It is no Discovery that this show is more Star Trek than Discovery. Gene 'The Orville" Roddenberry would be proud to see his vision being continued despite it being a Star Trek clone.
  10. nhand42
    Dec 1, 2017
    9
    Funny and engaging. Good balance between comedy and classic Star Trek themes. While modern Star Trek has gone down a dark/gritty route - which is honestly getting really tiring because all the studios are doing that now - this show lightly takes the mickey out of the "seriousness" of Star Trek. The actors are likeable and most surprisingly the plots are proper science fiction.

    The    Funny and engaging. Good balance between comedy and classic Star Trek themes. While modern Star Trek has gone down a dark/gritty route - which is honestly getting really tiring because all the studios are doing that now - this show lightly takes the mickey out of the "seriousness" of Star Trek. The actors are likeable and most surprisingly the plots are proper science fiction.

    The "professional" reviewers all need to pull the sticks out of their collective asses.    … Expand
  11. kpociecha
    Nov 28, 2017
    10
    First episode was disappointing but the show is getting better and better and after episode 7 I can say WOoooW Orville is a great star trek like show.
  12. Desert_Kitten
    Nov 27, 2017
    10
    As a Star Trek devotee, from way back with the original series (born in early 60's) and having watched all the series and movies, I really love this show. It's funny and can be serious as well. Seth McFarland makes a great captain,
  13. fredwrogers
    Nov 25, 2017
    10
    I introduced the kid to Star Trek over the summer, so watching The Orville seemed a good idea. We are both really enjoying it. If we have an episode of Discovery and Orville on the PVR, we'll usually watch The Orville first.
  14. serious77
    Nov 25, 2017
    9
    What I saw going in was a parody of Star Trek and Star Wars from the creator of Family Guy. Should have been good for a couple of laughs. What I found was an interesting and deep sci-fi with serious development and humor that connects to the viewer. In a world driven by critics, it is great to see a show that defies the elite and reaches the masses.
  15. iargue
    Nov 25, 2017
    10
    Please do nott pay any attention to the critic reviews. The critic appears to have their head far too up their own ass to even have given the show a chance. They even go as far as attacking the show as being a "rip off" of star trek, despite the fact that it is literally a star trek tv show.

    The show is a fantastic show, that introduces you to the Star Trek universe without all of the    Please do nott pay any attention to the critic reviews. The critic appears to have their head far too up their own ass to even have given the show a chance. They even go as far as attacking the show as being a "rip off" of star trek, despite the fact that it is literally a star trek tv show.

    The show is a fantastic show, that introduces you to the Star Trek universe without all of the pompous **** that surround the name. Rather then being on a flagship, a vessel of hope for all of humanity, they are on a middle class ship. The ship is smaller, the people less important, but their lives and stories they have are way richer because of this.

    This is a breath of fresh air,with odd humor and the touch of situational comedy, it presents a world where you can actually connect with. Just a bunch of people doing their jobs and having funny interactions, all while set in space.

    The show deserves a thousand times better then the rating the critics provided.    … Expand
  16. Argentium
    Nov 25, 2017
    10
    Ignore the critics, they were wrong about the original Star Trek too back in the 60's. The fans have found this show and we won't let them or fox turn it into another Firefly (meaning how YEY treated it)

    This is Seth's Love letter to the shows of the past but has humor throughout but the jokes aren't the focus of the show
  17. genepoz
    Nov 24, 2017
    2
    (Written after the laugh-killingly dead serious plot of Thanksgiving's show!) "Hi. I'm Seth McFarland, creator of 'Family Guy' and other low-brow comedies. I fooled the Fox Network into thinking that 'The Orville' would be a hilarious, laugh-packed version of Star Trek. But I fooled them. With every episode I'm sneakily turning it from a 1-great-joke-every-10-minute comedy to a dramatic(Written after the laugh-killingly dead serious plot of Thanksgiving's show!) "Hi. I'm Seth McFarland, creator of 'Family Guy' and other low-brow comedies. I fooled the Fox Network into thinking that 'The Orville' would be a hilarious, laugh-packed version of Star Trek. But I fooled them. With every episode I'm sneakily turning it from a 1-great-joke-every-10-minute comedy to a dramatic sci-fi blockbuster, because I AM A FREAKING ARTIST GOD DAMN IT!"
    _No, Seth. You're just damned full of yourself, and you suck.    … Expand
  18. ZeroiaSD
    Nov 22, 2017
    9
    Between social commentary, a diverse cast, and a sense of optimism, the Orville hits most of the same beats as Star Trek's main line of shows, and does them well. It's got a fair amount of humor, some of which works some doesn't, but the positive tone and hits are well worth the odd joke that falls flat. Moreover, it's been rounding off the edges and getting smoother and better done as itBetween social commentary, a diverse cast, and a sense of optimism, the Orville hits most of the same beats as Star Trek's main line of shows, and does them well. It's got a fair amount of humor, some of which works some doesn't, but the positive tone and hits are well worth the odd joke that falls flat. Moreover, it's been rounding off the edges and getting smoother and better done as it goes, so that pops it up higher.

    I've been waiting for a show like this for years, and it's doing something no space opera show has done in years. Some critics derided it for being '90s,' but it's mainly so in the sense of bright lights, episodicness, and optimism, and those are styles not limited to any decade.    … Expand
  19. Castigear
    Nov 22, 2017
    0
    I have to say that more and more, I get the impression that tv critics are a little clique who all get together and decide collectively whether they are going to sink or float new shows. This show is absolutely charming, fun, actually thought provoking at times, and as a TNG fan, is more like that show than anything Paramount has produced in twenty years.

    Yes, it is at times tongue in    I have to say that more and more, I get the impression that tv critics are a little clique who all get together and decide collectively whether they are going to sink or float new shows. This show is absolutely charming, fun, actually thought provoking at times, and as a TNG fan, is more like that show than anything Paramount has produced in twenty years.

    Yes, it is at times tongue in cheek. No it doesn't take itself too seriously. That being said, it is what Star Trek used to be before it decided it needed to be "gritty": uplifting and optimistic utopian science fiction with allegories for today's issues. Take any lighter TNG episode, add about 10% more comedic moments, and you have The Orville. It isn't slapstick, and it certainly isn't a parody. It is an homage, and a pretty good one at that. I hope it forges its own history, because I'm enjoying it a lot.    … Expand
  20. RogieSantos
    Nov 19, 2017
    8
    I had mixed feelings about this show when first announced, however I'm happy to state that this show has been a breath of fresh air. It must be said that Seth McFarlane's penchant for "hijacking" ideas from other shows seems prevalent, it still seems welcome in that it doesn't take itself too seriously in doing so. I'd really like to see where the show goes, and particularly hoping that itI had mixed feelings about this show when first announced, however I'm happy to state that this show has been a breath of fresh air. It must be said that Seth McFarlane's penchant for "hijacking" ideas from other shows seems prevalent, it still seems welcome in that it doesn't take itself too seriously in doing so. I'd really like to see where the show goes, and particularly hoping that it establishes something of a story arc through the rest of the season, beyond the episodic anthology that it is now. The show needs to get its legs going, and I hope more viewers support the effort.… Expand
  21. Sisyphus
    Nov 19, 2017
    9
    SEVEN !!! I GIVE IT A SEVEN.
    That’s what I would give it objectively, however I would like to reciprocate the objectivity demonstrated by professional critics and just give it…pfft...9.
    Seth MacFarlane, what did you do? Oh well, it’s not too late – admit it now. You have been sexually assaulting pro critics ever since Family Guy’s Season 1 came out and you were suddenly ‘someone’. THAT    SEVEN !!! I GIVE IT A SEVEN.
    That’s what I would give it objectively, however I would like to reciprocate the objectivity demonstrated by professional critics and just give it…pfft...9.
    Seth MacFarlane, what did you do? Oh well, it’s not too late – admit it now. You have been sexually assaulting pro critics ever since Family Guy’s Season 1 came out and you were suddenly ‘someone’. THAT is the only reason why the critics loath everything you do, Family guy, American Dad, that hosting of the Oscars which was a fiasco ( pro critics said that ). I honestly cannot think of a reason apart from this one why they would not give you any credit for your professional work at all.
    Admit it ! Make peace with Gid, before the media outs you and you join your compadre’s on a list which is getting unusually long for a single calendar year.
    Personally, I think you’r a comedic genius. Over 500 episodes between your animated shows – that is a body of work my friend – not one lousy Emmy to show for it. You are only 44, Omg !
    I mean seriously, what do the critics have against you. I know not ( sad face ).
    The Orville – I enjoyed watching the ( seen 9 episodes so far ) show. Like the bits of humour with sci-fi. It’s never boring, has spectacular visual effects for a TV production. I’m glad people are watching it. Its been renewed, Im sure that under critically acclaimed brain of yours will conjure up even more ridiculous episode ideas for its 2nd season.
    And you Seth MacFarlane, will get an Emmy one day, to which you’ll later do what Southpark did to their's.
    P.S - God, make peace with God. Think i typed Gid.    … Expand
  22. Qvice
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    What makes this such a great show for my wife and I is the homage to the classic episodic style where each episode tells one unique story with an ending. It does this very well and the variety of each episode is surprising. It took her a few episodes to except the utopia style of an optimistic future(which is not used much anymore in any show). Gigging together at it's pure silliness isWhat makes this such a great show for my wife and I is the homage to the classic episodic style where each episode tells one unique story with an ending. It does this very well and the variety of each episode is surprising. It took her a few episodes to except the utopia style of an optimistic future(which is not used much anymore in any show). Gigging together at it's pure silliness is such a joy and is now one of our new favorite shows!… Expand
  23. Locust69
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    this is more star trek than that garbage STD.... iam telling you dont listen to the reviewers.... they are bashing this awesome tv show only to promote that SJW trash STD. Orville is funny and its actually about discovery and adventure with deeper thoughts. Characters are likeable and cast is very good. Its not just about jokes but also about that old school ST feeling of traveling into unknown
  24. scubad
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    Absolutely love this show. The one with Rob Lowe was so funny. ha ha..."want to go swimming" ! Hope it stays on the air. I am a fan of the original Star Trek. This show has similar interesting positive stories & characters. Star Wars is all battles & has many people living under an oppressive master.
  25. Kaliaila
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    As with most things entertainment in the last 20-30 years, the critics have no clue what they are talking about when it comes to entertainment. This show is both funny and insightful. It is exciting and relaxing. It makes you thinking while watching non-idealistic people face and address issues that exist in the world today. The critics seem to want the show to either be hard scienceAs with most things entertainment in the last 20-30 years, the critics have no clue what they are talking about when it comes to entertainment. This show is both funny and insightful. It is exciting and relaxing. It makes you thinking while watching non-idealistic people face and address issues that exist in the world today. The critics seem to want the show to either be hard science fiction or a straight comedy and as such they fail it; because it is neither. it's a show about normal people, and lets us see what the future might actually be like for most of us.… Expand
  26. XanaxMonster
    Nov 16, 2017
    9
    Funny and entertaining more star trek than discovery. Light hearted entertainment and explores moral issues of today in a fun way. Nice alternative to gritty dark and violent shows. Professional critics are morons.
  27. Vandalo
    Nov 16, 2017
    10
    I love it. Never watched an episode of family guy so I was completely open minded when I started the Orville. Well, after 9 episodes I must admit it's a pretty good show, and I easily got into the characters, the themes and the visuals of it. What else can I say? ha yes, it definitely has that tng vibe and since tng and tos are the star trek I love, I'm hoping to get more of the Orville.I love it. Never watched an episode of family guy so I was completely open minded when I started the Orville. Well, after 9 episodes I must admit it's a pretty good show, and I easily got into the characters, the themes and the visuals of it. What else can I say? ha yes, it definitely has that tng vibe and since tng and tos are the star trek I love, I'm hoping to get more of the Orville. Critics and haters can sink their teeth into STD, wich I consider a sci-fi show that has little to nothing to do with Star Trek… Expand
  28. GalleryHakon
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    The art direction is great. Everything else is so sub par it feels like a complete waste of time. The most three-dimensional character in the first episode is a computer-simulated ogre. The jokes are not funny. At all. And therefore, whenever it tries to be funny, it just feels off. In fact, the series would have been a lot better if it didn't try to be funny. It blatantly copies many ofThe art direction is great. Everything else is so sub par it feels like a complete waste of time. The most three-dimensional character in the first episode is a computer-simulated ogre. The jokes are not funny. At all. And therefore, whenever it tries to be funny, it just feels off. In fact, the series would have been a lot better if it didn't try to be funny. It blatantly copies many of the Star Trek fundamental concepts, but without the characters, stories and humour of the original. If you feel like watching something like Star Trek, just watch Star Trek again instead of this.… Expand
  29. Eliasc
    Nov 14, 2017
    6
    'The Orville' achieves it's stated purpose - a semi-comic version of what we all loved about the Star Trek series and films with (mostly) fine actors, decent CGI, and thoughtful stories. Gene Roddenberry would be pleased. The only negative point is that Seth Macfarlane cast himself in the lead role. I have never been a fan of his work and his acting in this series is off-kilter and'The Orville' achieves it's stated purpose - a semi-comic version of what we all loved about the Star Trek series and films with (mostly) fine actors, decent CGI, and thoughtful stories. Gene Roddenberry would be pleased. The only negative point is that Seth Macfarlane cast himself in the lead role. I have never been a fan of his work and his acting in this series is off-kilter and wooden. He has violated the 'prime directive' of film and television - never star in a production that you also write, produce, and direct. When you do so you have no one to tell you when you are awful in a role.
    UPDATE: 11/14/17 - 'The Orville' has dropped in quality during the past episodes. I keep hoping that the series creator realizes his mistake and replaces himself with a new captain and writes more compelling stories. 'The Orville' still has promise and I hope it improves.    … Expand
  30. insickness
    Nov 13, 2017
    9
    This show is more star trek than the last few iterations of star trek. The visual effects aren't bad, but it is not eye candy in any way. In fact, the whole aesthetic is somewhat minimal and awkward--almost like the original star trek show. What's beautiful is that they actually take risks with the story lines. Some pay off. Some leave you scratching your head thinking it didn't quiteThis show is more star trek than the last few iterations of star trek. The visual effects aren't bad, but it is not eye candy in any way. In fact, the whole aesthetic is somewhat minimal and awkward--almost like the original star trek show. What's beautiful is that they actually take risks with the story lines. Some pay off. Some leave you scratching your head thinking it didn't quite work, but at least it's thoughtful. It feels like something new. It's lightly funny but takes the sci-fi seriously. This sets it apart from almost any sci-fi out there right now. This show is enjoyable now and once it's gone through its growing pains, it could be truly spectacular.… Expand
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Metascore
36

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 21
  3. Negative: 10 out of 21
  1. New York Post
    Reviewed by: Michael Starr
    Sep 21, 2017
    50
    It’s got top-notch special effects and terrific makeup (for its space-alien characters). But it just doesn’t quite gel. At least not yet, anyway.
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  2. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    Sep 14, 2017
    50
    The show's smirky tone, embodied in MacFarlane's smug frat-boy demeanor as the captain, never quite gels with the universal humanism the episode is aiming for. [18 Sep - 1 Oct 2017, p.27]
  3. Yahoo TV
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    Sep 11, 2017
    30
    Except for Norm Macdonald as the voice of an alien made of what looked like quivering gelatin, I didn’t find much that was amusing about The Orville’s space odyssey. ... From its opening scene with Victor Garber assigning Ed his ship to the final, unsuspenseful shootout with alien enemies, The Orville moved from one lull to another.
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