Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Mar 6, 2015
Season #: 4, 3, 2, 1
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 307 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 30 out of 307
  3. Negative: 24 out of 307

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  1. All_ButTrU4
    Mar 31, 2022
    6
    Wacky pure fun nestled in a hilariously dark premise . Even if it explores dark themes, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt always does it with such optimism (in large part due to the essentially perfect central performance from Ellie Kemper) that it doesn't feel depressing in the slightest. It's also brilliantly witty, and boasting a small but very talented web of main characters. And even if DongWacky pure fun nestled in a hilariously dark premise . Even if it explores dark themes, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt always does it with such optimism (in large part due to the essentially perfect central performance from Ellie Kemper) that it doesn't feel depressing in the slightest. It's also brilliantly witty, and boasting a small but very talented web of main characters. And even if Dong (Ki Hong Lee) perpetuates Asian stereotypes, the show's so out there you can't help but love it. Unless you're actually Asian. I heard that Kim-mi does not mean penis, which is slightly disheartening. Season 2 is eagerly awaited… Expand
  2. drlowdon
    Oct 10, 2020
    7
    Trapped in an underground bunker by a cult leader for 15 years Kimmy Schmidt doesn't want the world to take pity on her and so moves to New York to start a new life away from the press.

    Coming from 30 Rock creators Tina Fey and Robert Carlock, one of my favourite sitcoms, I was eager to check it out and Fey's usual style of humour is certainly in evidence from the opening scene.    Trapped in an underground bunker by a cult leader for 15 years Kimmy Schmidt doesn't want the world to take pity on her and so moves to New York to start a new life away from the press.

    Coming from 30 Rock creators Tina Fey and Robert Carlock, one of my favourite sitcoms, I was eager to check it out and Fey's usual style of humour is certainly in evidence from the opening scene. Admittedly the jokes don’t always hit the mark but the rapid pace ensures there are plenty of laughs to be had throughout this first season and Ellie Kemper's joyously enthusiastic central performance always put a smile on my face.    … Expand
  3. Pluemox
    Sep 18, 2018
    5
    Well, I liked it for a few seasons but I never really understood the great hype around it. most hasn already been said, but it was kinda "too sparkly and loud" for me to finish it.
  4. Zentar
    Aug 16, 2018
    8
    Pretty funny show with basic humor. Enjoyable to binge a few episodes once in awhile.
  5. mefzeldernx
    Aug 12, 2018
    7
    "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" es una de las comedias más frescas de Netflix, Ellie Kemper da vida a una chica de pueblo que estuvo secuestrada en un búnker durante 15 años y tras ser rescatada decide dejar su pasado atrás e iniciar una nueva pagina de su vida en New York.
    La serie comienza de gran forma con un humor muy bufonesco y con personajes muy carismáticos, tanto Kimmy como su    "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" es una de las comedias más frescas de Netflix, Ellie Kemper da vida a una chica de pueblo que estuvo secuestrada en un búnker durante 15 años y tras ser rescatada decide dejar su pasado atrás e iniciar una nueva pagina de su vida en New York.
    La serie comienza de gran forma con un humor muy bufonesco y con personajes muy carismáticos, tanto Kimmy como su compañero de cuarto, Titus Andromedon (Tituss Burgess) son muy únicos e hilarantes. Pero no todo es perfecto con "UKS", por alguna razón desde el episodio 6 el humor cambia a uno muy básico y poco atractivo, ya que exageran la ingenuidad de las personas y de repente el universo se transforma en uno poblado por gente muy estúpida.
    En general esta nueva exclusiva de Netflix es recomendable, no es como ninguna otra comedia pero espero recupere la personalidad de la primer mitad de la temporada.    … Expand
  6. johndoe2014
    Jun 10, 2018
    10
    So many smart shows these days are so dour and focus on the worst in people - westworld, handmaids, GOT, etc. But this is a really really smart show and it is funny as heck, and it is positive. Maybe it is more difficult than the smart and dour shows to do. But in any case, thank you Tina Fey and team for making a show that smart people can laugh at that is life affirming, and does notSo many smart shows these days are so dour and focus on the worst in people - westworld, handmaids, GOT, etc. But this is a really really smart show and it is funny as heck, and it is positive. Maybe it is more difficult than the smart and dour shows to do. But in any case, thank you Tina Fey and team for making a show that smart people can laugh at that is life affirming, and does not make you feel terrible afterward.… Expand
  7. Notachild
    Nov 22, 2017
    10
    Amazing, simply amazing. A truly original show with shiny colors and a gigantic heart. I loved every minute of it dearly. Its a comedy so the acting is over the top and lacks subtlety but that is to be expected.
  8. whoischarlotte
    Sep 21, 2017
    8
    This was surprisingly funny and enjoyable. I've always been picky about what comedy shows I watch, and was really happy when I found myself laughing at this. The show wouldn't been as good as it is without Tituss though.
  9. BluesBrothers
    Jul 24, 2017
    8
    Doesn't quite get into the emotional subtext that the next season does, but Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt's first season is really, really hilarious thanks to Tina Fey's stellar creative direction. One of the most witty shows on TV, to the point where it can be a bit hard to catch the next joke because there are so many per episode.
    Tituss Burgess is a truly dynamic supporting character, one    Doesn't quite get into the emotional subtext that the next season does, but Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt's first season is really, really hilarious thanks to Tina Fey's stellar creative direction. One of the most witty shows on TV, to the point where it can be a bit hard to catch the next joke because there are so many per episode.
    Tituss Burgess is a truly dynamic supporting character, one who will be remembered a generation from now. In fact, most of the characters in this show work terrifically (with the exception of Kimmy's stepdad, whose only notable quality is that he's a terrible, boring person).
    A great cast and a terrific script set this up for an even better second season.    … Expand
  10. Qgal5kap
    May 27, 2017
    0
    Pretty much shockingly bad. I can't imagine anyone with a brain liking this. Is it made for kids or something? I would rather read a book, than watch this garbage.
  11. marcmyworks
    Apr 19, 2016
    8
    Season 1 of Kimmy Schmidt does indeed have its laugh out loud moments, however at times Kimmy herself becomes too much like a late-season 30 Rock character. Overall the show goes deep to deliver stellar comedy gold.
  12. how_are_u
    Apr 18, 2016
    10
    I didn't like this show much at first, but god damn does it grow on you. Every episode is just hilarious. I'm going to begin season 2 on the 20th of April 2016, very enjoyable show but takes some time to get into.
  13. crankyerma
    Mar 15, 2016
    3
    Tina Fey is too good a writer to be this lazy. Simply spouting pop culture references where jokes are supposed to be is cheap, lazy and stupid comedy writing. She is so much better than this garbage.
  14. MajesticRav3n
    Feb 21, 2016
    6
    TOOOO MUUUUUUCHH GAAAAYYY! Yep. I get it, being gay is a normal thing, and I agree it should be, but should half of the characters on this show be gay? Titus is one of my favorite T.V. characters of all time but I still think he is given too many scenes in most of the episodes.
  15. BrentNice
    Dec 8, 2015
    0
    This is easily the worst show I've ever viewed in my entire life. I may have laughed a total of one or two times. It was so painfully boring and not very creative at all. Just people saying random, outlandish things out of context. Do not watch this mindless show.
  16. StatlerWaldorf
    Oct 27, 2015
    5
    Do you miss 30 Rock and yet have a paradoxical feeling of overwhelming fatigue when you think about 30 rock? Do you miss The Office? Do you wish Gotham were an acceptable show? Well Netflix has a rickety skiff for you! This has some characters from the three shows I mentioned above all played by the same people except in a completely different scenario which will be ignored in favor ofDo you miss 30 Rock and yet have a paradoxical feeling of overwhelming fatigue when you think about 30 rock? Do you miss The Office? Do you wish Gotham were an acceptable show? Well Netflix has a rickety skiff for you! This has some characters from the three shows I mentioned above all played by the same people except in a completely different scenario which will be ignored in favor of just continuing to deliver on this random set of characters you already know (and love?). If I were an actor I might start to feel like Kimmy Schmidt were the harbinger of doom for original roles as it tips the proportion of typecasting over traditionally acceptable levels, but I’m not, so it’s just cute and pretty funny (wait... is it?). Mostly cute. Even the intro has a kind of infectious energy. It’s a nice change from 30 Rock in this respect, as they have the exact same sense of humor but Kimmy isn’t played out yet and its comparative optimism makes 30 Rock look like a glowering teenager. Unless it starts trying to be something new, which is hard to picture since every part of it is plucked from the still-warm bodies littering your DVD collection, it will become extremely tired as it continues. The 30 Rock curse of overformulation and meaningless wit will eventually force it into dissolution, the actors no doubt going back to their cryotubes to await the next time two executives exchange the right combination of adjectives while tossing their word salad.… Expand
  17. Bentalianos
    Aug 20, 2015
    9
    Another fantastic show from Tina fey. The humor is in the style of 30 Rock, with a new dynamic centered around the new characters Tina dreamed up. While not (yet) on the level of 30 rock as far as comedy goes, the music for this show makes it worthwhile. The theme song is truly unique in an age of 5 second jingle-tros, and every other song on the show is a trove of comedy gold (who couldAnother fantastic show from Tina fey. The humor is in the style of 30 Rock, with a new dynamic centered around the new characters Tina dreamed up. While not (yet) on the level of 30 rock as far as comedy goes, the music for this show makes it worthwhile. The theme song is truly unique in an age of 5 second jingle-tros, and every other song on the show is a trove of comedy gold (who could forget peeno noir?). A must watch if you think six annoying complainers is an accurate name for the tv show friends.… Expand
  18. walkthisway
    Aug 8, 2015
    10
    I love this show! It is so offbeat, quirky and refreshing. I love the acting and dry humor. It is especially appealing to me because of the cult aspect. Great fun!
  19. nickyblaze
    Jul 21, 2015
    2
    Simply not funny. This show follows hackneyed stereotypes in search of laughs that fade within the first ten minutes. The funniest part about it is the comedicly bad acting.
  20. chrismovieguy
    May 2, 2015
    10
    ok so in my thoughts this is one of the best shows on Netflix period full of wacky and cute characters just a sweet and thoughtful little show that I think is funny and a true Netflix treasure and enjoyment highly unlikely that you wouldn't like it
  21. MatthewDon2002
    Apr 28, 2015
    10
    Even if it explores dark themes, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt always does it with such optimism (in large part due to the essentially perfect central performance from Ellie Kemper) that it doesn't feel depressing in the slightest. It's also brilliantly witty, and boasting a small but very talented web of main characters. And even if Dong (Ki Hong Lee) perpetuates Asian stereotypes, the show'sEven if it explores dark themes, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt always does it with such optimism (in large part due to the essentially perfect central performance from Ellie Kemper) that it doesn't feel depressing in the slightest. It's also brilliantly witty, and boasting a small but very talented web of main characters. And even if Dong (Ki Hong Lee) perpetuates Asian stereotypes, the show's so out there you can't help but love it. Unless you're actually Asian. I heard that Kim-mi does not mean penis, which is slightly disheartening. Season 2 is eagerly awaited.… Expand
  22. longjetty7
    Apr 20, 2015
    5
    This show really puzzles me. It seems like its target audience is adults, but the style of humor is reminiscent of something on the Disney channel. It's quirky, full of energy, and occasionally very funny, but I generally don't appreciate intentionally bad puns, which this show relies on heavily. The characters are also extremely one-sided and animated. I understand that's part of theThis show really puzzles me. It seems like its target audience is adults, but the style of humor is reminiscent of something on the Disney channel. It's quirky, full of energy, and occasionally very funny, but I generally don't appreciate intentionally bad puns, which this show relies on heavily. The characters are also extremely one-sided and animated. I understand that's part of the effect they're going for, but honestly, every character annoys me to some extent, and they're all just really, really stupid. Maybe it's just my preference, but I think comedy is best when it exaggerates real life while still maintaining some level of believability. This show, however, relies too much on extreme caricatures of real people making inane decisions. I'm sure some people find that hilarious, but most of the time I think it's cringeworthy.… Expand
  23. scrand
    Apr 11, 2015
    0
    I apologize for an earlier review where I gave this show a 1. I admit now I was wrong - it should have been a "0" like this one. I lied and watched one more show based on the recommendation of someone whose taste I thought I could trust. I hated the second episode more than the first. At the end my 23 year old daughter ask me if I could agree that we would never watch another episode everI apologize for an earlier review where I gave this show a 1. I admit now I was wrong - it should have been a "0" like this one. I lied and watched one more show based on the recommendation of someone whose taste I thought I could trust. I hated the second episode more than the first. At the end my 23 year old daughter ask me if I could agree that we would never watch another episode ever - it didn't take any arm twisting for me to agree. If you like it - good for you - obviously you see something here more than I ever will.… Expand
  24. mish
    Apr 2, 2015
    10
    Best laugh I've had in ages, could not stop watching. Every episode is a classic, the new Arrested Development. Can't wait to see if there will be a season 2.
  25. sam_windsor
    Mar 30, 2015
    0
    The worse TV show I ever seen , stupid physical comedy , they are not trying to be funny , who put this **** on TV 4th graders , Tina what are you trying to do bring the 3 stooges back to TV ?
  26. REVIEWERWILL
    Mar 22, 2015
    10
    best funny show the year too funny show i never see this actress but this girl is geart for the show please be a season 2 because it is the funny show all year
  27. OpinionatedGuy
    Mar 22, 2015
    9
    I am glad NBC decided to give this show to Netflix. It wouldn't survive as a network sitcom especially that 30 Rock, The Office and Parks and Recreation has ended and Community has been moved to Yahoo! If these sitcoms were still to be on NBC, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt would blend well with the crowd. Despite being made for NBC, this sitcom fits right for Netflix's original programming.I am glad NBC decided to give this show to Netflix. It wouldn't survive as a network sitcom especially that 30 Rock, The Office and Parks and Recreation has ended and Community has been moved to Yahoo! If these sitcoms were still to be on NBC, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt would blend well with the crowd. Despite being made for NBC, this sitcom fits right for Netflix's original programming.

    I must say that Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt is better than 30 Rock. Probably because Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt has some backstory that would help the show tell a definite storyline and it utilizes its 13 episode order well to tell a concise story for its debut season.

    The humor in this show is absurd yet witty and quirky. You can tell Tina Fey's humor is in this show and her work buddy Robert Carlock is helping Fey to make the humor consistent and funny.

    The cast presence of Ellie Kemper, Tituss Burgess and Jane Krakowski were excellent. They owned their roles in a very special way especially from Kemper as Kimmy Schmidt and Burgess as Titus Andromedon.

    Lastly, what makes this show great is the optimistic themes this show has. The backstory where Kimmy was stuck in the bunker for 15 years by a doomsday cult leader sounds really depressing on paper. But , Kimmy won't let her victim status be the highlight of her and despite everything she has gone through, she remains hopeful, cheerful and optimistic about her future in the world where she thought no longer exists along with her new gay best friend Titus despite how harsh and cruel the world is.

    If you love absurd comedies that are witty and quirky, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt is the show you should watch right now thanks to its interesting storytelling, the cast presence of Ellie Kemper, Tituss Burgess and Jane Krakowski and its optimistic themes.    … Expand
  28. high90
    Mar 22, 2015
    10
    By far and away the best comedy on tv right now, even better than Broad City's second season. Ellie Kemper is phenomenal as Kimmy a really great character developed within a few episodes, you cant help but root for Kimmy. The rest of the cast are excellent and happily embrace the madness. All in with this.
  29. Soulshocker
    Mar 20, 2015
    5
    This show is very inconsistent and all over the place, some episodes are great - only when Jane Krakowski (Jacqueline) is on them, and some are terrible, when Jane is not on them - the actress should get her own show. The birthday party episode was just plain terrible.
  30. Also
    Mar 18, 2015
    8
    While there's no major "twist" on the fish out of water, perky, wide eyed innocent girl takes on the big city, the writing is excellent and the episodes move with really nice pacing and rapid, witty jokes that often build from uneasiness. Titus Burgess is allowed to be a big personality, and yet show some heart in a role that could have been overdone, but isn't. Kemper doesn't justWhile there's no major "twist" on the fish out of water, perky, wide eyed innocent girl takes on the big city, the writing is excellent and the episodes move with really nice pacing and rapid, witty jokes that often build from uneasiness. Titus Burgess is allowed to be a big personality, and yet show some heart in a role that could have been overdone, but isn't. Kemper doesn't just duplicate the gleeful, airy sweet-but dumb character she's perfected. She's got real range and fortunately is given really good material to chew. Her effervescence is genuine and infectious, and thankfully, Kimmy isn't just a goofy doormat. She lives the title, and it's funny through and through. But for me, the real surprise is Jane Krakowski, who I feared was to play the same character she's been in 30 Rock and various commercials. Alas, no....what starts as a formulaic character is given a chance within the first three episodes to actually grow and interact meaningfully with others, and Krakowski is dead on perfect in her role. It's a funny show, and a premise the writers can run with for miles.… Expand
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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. The New Yorker
    Reviewed by: Emily Nussbaum
    Mar 26, 2015
    70
    Like many newbie sitcoms, Kimmy Schmidt stumbles, at times, to find its tone--and, with thirteen episodes launched at once, it doesn’t have the freedom to rejigger itself.... When it comes to jokes about trauma, however, the show takes more risks.
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  2. Uncle Barky
    Reviewed by: Ed Bark
    Mar 12, 2015
    83
    Creators Fey and Carlock instill Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt with the infectious positivity of their title character, who won’t give up, no, she’ll never give up. Still, her hard knocks life starts taking its toll in later episodes, draining some of Kimmy’s ebullience and replacing it with a little petulance. The sunny side up Kimmy is much preferable.
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  3. The Wrap
    Reviewed by: Diane Gordon
    Mar 10, 2015
    80
    The result, like “30 Rock,” is another sharply written, often offbeat, endearing and funny comedy.
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