The Riches

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Season 1
  • Network: FX
  • Series Premiere Date: Mar 12, 2007
Season #: 2, 1
User Score
6.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 82 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 82
  3. Negative: 23 out of 82
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  1. sabrinap
    Apr 10, 2007
    10
    The acting is superb, the story is unique, which is difficult if not impossible in this day and age, Izzard and Driver are dynamic, and it keeps you on the edge of your seat with each new episode
  2. StacyO
    May 3, 2007
    10
    A show in a league all of it's own! I love this show and pass the word to anyone who will listen! Izzard can act with just his eyes. A talented cast and storyline that I believe every word of! Great!
  3. VukosiF.
    Oct 16, 2007
    10
    The best most realistic comic ive ever watched
  4. mikeh
    Mar 13, 2007
    10
    solid, funny, and complex. great characters and great actors. poised to be the next cable superhit.
  5. MikeG
    Mar 23, 2007
    10
    I saw the first two episodes and thought they were dynamic and hilarious. This I assure you will be a force to be rekoned with on tv. The acting was superb, Izzard and Driver show you what REAL tv should be. I love it!!!
  6. MikeS
    Apr 6, 2007
    10
    This show is superb! Eddie Izzard and Minnie Driver are phenomenal and the acting is first rate. I wish more shows on television were this edgy and compelling. THIS IS MUST SEE TV!!!!
  7. WillamH.
    Jun 20, 2007
    10
    It's an outstanding show. I hope there is a season2.
  8. PamF
    Mar 13, 2007
    10
    I loved it!
  9. valerier
    Mar 20, 2007
    10
    Love this show, great actors!
  10. LauraD
    Apr 4, 2007
    10
    I LOVE this show.It's gutsy,dark,and unlike anything else on television.The acting and writing are superb.I hop people tune in so that this show lasts.
  11. WendyP
    May 10, 2007
    10
    It's fascinating...I can't wait to see more. Let's hope future episodes are as good as the first.
  12. marisav.
    Jun 6, 2007
    10
    is different, crazy, intriguing super cool
  13. elainef.
    Nov 9, 2007
    10
    I miss The Riches. One of the funniest shows I've ever seen...clever, satirical,fabulous acting. Come back soon.
  14. LoreenB
    Mar 12, 2007
    10
    The acting is wonderful ...everyone in the cast is superb....such a concept...holds my interest..and the best part is the variation of laughs and drama...I think the writing is smart.... will watch each week... Bravo
  15. meme
    Apr 13, 2007
    10
    Cons, thievery, drama! This show is awesome!
  16. Stacie`R
    Apr 17, 2007
    10
    the story is believable, the characters appealling & interesting - the fact that their accents shift (as previously mentioned) only adds to the suspense - Will someone catch them in a slip - can't wait each week to see the next episode - I love Eddie and have always loved Minnie in anything!!
  17. BonnieR
    May 15, 2007
    10
    If I could rate The Riches higher I would. What a smart new take on TV. The storylines and acting are superb. I can't wait until the next episode and to think there are only 2 left before the Finale. I hope there will be sequel - can't get enough. Thanks to the writers for great scripts. Of course I can't say enough about the Rich family! Good show!
  18. chrisc.
    May 22, 2007
    10
    Best show in years.
  19. StephenH.
    May 28, 2007
    10
    After a slightly shaky start, this show has improved each week and become a can't miss...
  20. KimberlyR.
    May 29, 2007
    10
    Love this show! Prior to the first airing of the show, I thought the previews looked ridiculous and knew I wouldn't be watching...but I was ousted when my boyfriend insisted on watching. Much to my surprise, the storyline is actually quite captivating and the acting is superb. For once, there's a series where ALL the actors/actresses add to the story and it keeps me coming back Love this show! Prior to the first airing of the show, I thought the previews looked ridiculous and knew I wouldn't be watching...but I was ousted when my boyfriend insisted on watching. Much to my surprise, the storyline is actually quite captivating and the acting is superb. For once, there's a series where ALL the actors/actresses add to the story and it keeps me coming back each week. I'm very interested to find out how long they keep up the chirade.… Expand
  21. AlyA.
    Aug 22, 2007
    10
    I set my Tivo to it so I would never miss it. It is such an interesting concept. I can't wait for next season.
  22. Grandma1954
    Jun 15, 2013
    10
    Loved the Riches wish there was more it explored humans struggle of what is enough and they find out
    stuff does not make you happy love does you could be the poorest person on earth but you might be the happyest because if you loose your stuff but still have your family your Rich with Love
  23. RyanD.
    Mar 12, 2007
    9
    Its damn interesting! For a time ,and then its interesting! AGAIN!
  24. MikeN
    Mar 13, 2007
    9
    It takes a while to get started and is a little over-the-top in it's depiction of both white trash and Gated garbage, but The Riches succeeds where it counts.It gives you characters to root for, characters who you want to watch. And that is more than enough to make it the best show on television, given the fact that competition for that title currently consists of dull melodramas It takes a while to get started and is a little over-the-top in it's depiction of both white trash and Gated garbage, but The Riches succeeds where it counts.It gives you characters to root for, characters who you want to watch. And that is more than enough to make it the best show on television, given the fact that competition for that title currently consists of dull melodramas like Battlestar Galactica, repetitive, explotitive torture-advocacy shows (24), worn-out HBO mafia procedurals (Sopranos), obscurantist drivel (Lost) and a medical show with a Brit doing an American accent (cough, cough) that's on the edge of being trapped by its own formula.… Expand
  25. MimiB
    Mar 17, 2007
    9
    The Riches are something different, with great acting, an unusual premise and engaging characters. It's now on my must see or Tivo list.
  26. seanb
    Mar 26, 2007
    9
    good show like the writting it 's niffty keep up the good work
  27. MelK
    Mar 13, 2007
    9
    I love how dark the show is, and Eddie is fantastic. I'm really excited for he show.
  28. leef
    Mar 15, 2007
    9
    Better than most of the drivel on tv now ... enjoyed it, enjoyed the intelligence of the dialogue. Worth watching.
  29. StacyZ
    Mar 22, 2007
    9
    I loved it! The only problem for me is that it comes on at 11:00 p.m in my area and I go to bed early. This may be worth getting tivo.
  30. jeremyf
    Apr 30, 2007
    9
    This story is completely unbelievable. There is no way they could get away with it in real life. It's stupid and annoying that they ARE getting away with it. It's false. But somehow... you don't care. This is show is witty, funny, and keeps you interested in the story. Minnie Driver is a fantastic actress, and I don't know why she isn't is more tv shows or films. This story is completely unbelievable. There is no way they could get away with it in real life. It's stupid and annoying that they ARE getting away with it. It's false. But somehow... you don't care. This is show is witty, funny, and keeps you interested in the story. Minnie Driver is a fantastic actress, and I don't know why she isn't is more tv shows or films. Eddie Izzard is pretty good too. I've read his english accent is terrible. I don't really think so; his voice fits him. The children, esepcially Di Di, are really funny. I like this show a lot, and it's probably one of the best, most compelling, and most inventive show of the new year so far.… Expand
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#39 Most Shared TV Season of 2007

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 30
  3. Negative: 2 out of 30
  1. L.A. Weekly
    Reviewed by: Robert Abele
    80
    This is a meaty show about the complex allure of easy wealth and the traps it sets for one’s personal morality.
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  2. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: John Leonard
    60
    I suppose some of it is funny, as in a Kafka/Beckett/Pinter soft-shoe shuffle of grotesques. Still, what’s so far much more mesmerizing about The Riches is class war and caste hate.
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  3. Salon
    Reviewed by: Heather Havrilesky
    20
    My guess is that lots of people are going to rave about how deliciously dark and weird this drama is, but before you believe them, take a minute and imagine Minnie Driver with a fake Southern accent. Now imagine Eddie Izzard with an American accent that's so bad, it makes his voice sound almost computerized. Next, throw in some demonic rednecks straight out of "Deliverance." Are you getting hot yet?
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