As another middle-aged gay man writing a review of this, I'm on the boat of this show is just not very good. I so wanted to love it. I watched the whole season and I'm happy that this is not my social circle in any way, shape or form. It's all super shallow characters putting on the facade of caring and emotion. It's just one stereotype after another parading through scenes. It's surreptitiously judgmental and cruel in the guise of sarcasm and cutesy snark. A cast of great actors are utterly let down and left in a wasteland of a vapid script and storyline. And I didn't mention the female characters because they're such an afterthought and underwritten in this show that it's a disservice to the great Tisha Campbell and Marcia Gay Harden to even bring it up. Why bother when the writers didn't?
217 Reviews
Quite enjoyable, and it gets better toward the end
pms196231 July 2022
Let me start by saying that a gay rom-com shouldn't and can't be "all things to all people" who try to identify with it, any more than "The Dick Van Dyke Show" represents every straight American couple who happens to write for a hit TV show and lives in New Rochelle. I tire of people who say "well, this isn't me." It's not supposed to be you, nor could it reflect every viewer watching it. I enjoyed the peek into the life of NYC real estate agents as much as I did seeing the main characters struggle with their identities. At first, it sported too many cliches, but the cast was likable and the story kept moving forward. I stayed with it, and the final two episodes really paid off. I found myself laughing and crying, which was unexpected. Try not to pin a heavy agenda on this (or any TV show), and just enjoy a mainstream gay rom-com that might not tick off all the boxes, but still provides plenty of entertainment in the comedy-drama dept.
Enjoyable, relatable
nwauntie30 July 2022
Very relatable to any person (any sexual orientation) who had been in a relationship for decades and finds themselves starting over. The grief of losing that person, the self doubt, all the insecurities coupled with great, supportive friends. That said the cast was great! Looking forward to Netflix renewal for season 2, want to see what's next for ALL of the characters.
Entitled garbage
Ripshin2 August 2022
I am a 60 year-old gay man. This is a typical Darren Star fantasy fest. I HATE the fact that people watch this, and think that THIS is gay culture. Rich, New York gay men, behaving in the most ridiculous manner imaginable. It's a total cliché.
Yes, I loved "Sex and the City," as obnoxious as it often is. A cartoon.
I sat down, and watched this with four gay men. They lasted four episodes - I stayed through the end.
GIVE. IT. A. REST. With this elitist fantasy world. Perhaps it's your reality, but it does NOT represent gay men.
Most gay men are not ripped, and avoid carbs. And live in expensive homes. And act like jerks.
Just cringe-worthy, at every level. Neil Patrick Harris, are you having an identity crisis?
Ohhhhhhhh, LAME Grindr jokes. Check out the movie "Pit Stop," for a truly meaningful gay experience.
Yes, I loved "Sex and the City," as obnoxious as it often is. A cartoon.
I sat down, and watched this with four gay men. They lasted four episodes - I stayed through the end.
GIVE. IT. A. REST. With this elitist fantasy world. Perhaps it's your reality, but it does NOT represent gay men.
Most gay men are not ripped, and avoid carbs. And live in expensive homes. And act like jerks.
Just cringe-worthy, at every level. Neil Patrick Harris, are you having an identity crisis?
Ohhhhhhhh, LAME Grindr jokes. Check out the movie "Pit Stop," for a truly meaningful gay experience.
It's like gay sex and the city
Reenoeh29 July 2022
If you want something without clichés and stereotypes watch Eastsiders BUT if you want a funny not excessively over done storyline with good pacing and relevant jokes (but also historical gay refrences) definetly watch this! Not everything has to be completely accurate of how gay men live nowadays even though it's not even doing a horrible job at that - but watching someone doom scroll and figure out how to pay bills doesn't really make for a compelling show y'all realize that, right? I'm glad we got over the sad depressing storylines of how bad and never with a happy ending the gay life is - this is a nice change of pace.
The characters have their own side storylines and compliment the main storyline well and it's a comfy but compelling show overall!
Can't wait for season two!
I really wish they would emphasize the part of self sufficiency and individuality more and how to get there instead of just criticizing the dependency of most monogamous relationships.
The part with the guru and spiritual awakening was a nice storyline but executed poorly because the viewer didn't actually take any benefit from it because the new acquired knowledge wasn't communicated- there was just a bunch of snapping. If it was too aspirational leave it out! But I liked how all the storylines left off in the end! Give it a chance it's fun!
The characters have their own side storylines and compliment the main storyline well and it's a comfy but compelling show overall!
Can't wait for season two!
I really wish they would emphasize the part of self sufficiency and individuality more and how to get there instead of just criticizing the dependency of most monogamous relationships.
The part with the guru and spiritual awakening was a nice storyline but executed poorly because the viewer didn't actually take any benefit from it because the new acquired knowledge wasn't communicated- there was just a bunch of snapping. If it was too aspirational leave it out! But I liked how all the storylines left off in the end! Give it a chance it's fun!
Entertaining humorous and refreshing
tm-sheehan3 August 2022
My Review - Uncoupled
My Rating. 7/10 Streaming on Netflix
I enjoyed this new series especially its charismatic and talented star Neil Patrick Harris who plays Michael a mature age Gay man who's partner Colin of 17 years ( Tuc Watkins) suddenly announces on the eve of his 50th Birthday party that he wants to end their relationship and moves out of their apartment.
It's so refreshing to see a series that normalises the issues that we in same sex marriages or relationships experience which of course are the same as heterosexual relationships especially divorce or the ending of longterm partnerships when we all need the support of friends an family.
The Central character Michael (Neil Patrick Harris) now alone and in shock after his well ordered predictable lifestyle comes crashing down find's himself angry and resentful reluctantly entering the single world again with the help of some fun and interesting friends like his zany co worker Suzanne ( Tisha Campbell) , Stanley ( Brooks Ashmanskas) his chubby and wittily acerbic longterm friend and Billy (Emerson Brooks ) a narcissistic but lovable buddy .
I also liked Marcia Gay Harden who plays Claire a super wealthy Manhattan matron who like Michael finds herself alone after her husband leaves her for a younger woman.
The similarities to Sex and the City are obvious in this Gay rom com 8 part series . I noticed that before I read that the series co creator Darren Star also created Sex and the City . Of course it's setting is New York and the characters instead of being about Sisterhood is more of a Bromance but the humorous situations and sentiments are similar as we get to know some fun characters.
This series is far better than the dreadful sequel to Sex and the City "And Just Like That".
The other creator of this series Jeffrey Richman also has a fine pedigree of comedy writing with shows like Modern Family ,Frasier and Desperate Housewives.
I've read a few derogatory comments already but don't agree with many of them especially those accusing the writers of promoting gay stereotypes or the portrayal of white upper class privilege . Please , we're not talking about Tolstoy or Dostoyevsky here it's a light comedy about likeable characters in everyday situations that occur in all friendships the fact that they're affluent is irrelevant.
For generations GLBTQI film and television audiences have watched countless Heterosexual lifestyle domestic and comedy series like Sex and the City and movies and we enjoy them .
I think it's refreshing and important to now have the same focus on our GLBTQI lifestyles whether they are duplicates of the privileged affluent characters in Sex and the City or not ?
Michael could be Carrie Bradshaw , Billy could be Samantha , Stanley could be Miranda etc and no one complained of self indulgent white privilege or the slightly overt sexual content in Sex and the City While not perfect I found Uncoupled fun , light and entertaining and 5 or so hours of relief from the usual diet of murder and mayhem so freely available on television today.
No confirmation yet but Series 2 of Uncoupled is apparently on the cards and I'll look forward to it.
I enjoyed this new series especially its charismatic and talented star Neil Patrick Harris who plays Michael a mature age Gay man who's partner Colin of 17 years ( Tuc Watkins) suddenly announces on the eve of his 50th Birthday party that he wants to end their relationship and moves out of their apartment.
It's so refreshing to see a series that normalises the issues that we in same sex marriages or relationships experience which of course are the same as heterosexual relationships especially divorce or the ending of longterm partnerships when we all need the support of friends an family.
The Central character Michael (Neil Patrick Harris) now alone and in shock after his well ordered predictable lifestyle comes crashing down find's himself angry and resentful reluctantly entering the single world again with the help of some fun and interesting friends like his zany co worker Suzanne ( Tisha Campbell) , Stanley ( Brooks Ashmanskas) his chubby and wittily acerbic longterm friend and Billy (Emerson Brooks ) a narcissistic but lovable buddy .
I also liked Marcia Gay Harden who plays Claire a super wealthy Manhattan matron who like Michael finds herself alone after her husband leaves her for a younger woman.
The similarities to Sex and the City are obvious in this Gay rom com 8 part series . I noticed that before I read that the series co creator Darren Star also created Sex and the City . Of course it's setting is New York and the characters instead of being about Sisterhood is more of a Bromance but the humorous situations and sentiments are similar as we get to know some fun characters.
This series is far better than the dreadful sequel to Sex and the City "And Just Like That".
The other creator of this series Jeffrey Richman also has a fine pedigree of comedy writing with shows like Modern Family ,Frasier and Desperate Housewives.
I've read a few derogatory comments already but don't agree with many of them especially those accusing the writers of promoting gay stereotypes or the portrayal of white upper class privilege . Please , we're not talking about Tolstoy or Dostoyevsky here it's a light comedy about likeable characters in everyday situations that occur in all friendships the fact that they're affluent is irrelevant.
For generations GLBTQI film and television audiences have watched countless Heterosexual lifestyle domestic and comedy series like Sex and the City and movies and we enjoy them .
I think it's refreshing and important to now have the same focus on our GLBTQI lifestyles whether they are duplicates of the privileged affluent characters in Sex and the City or not ?
Michael could be Carrie Bradshaw , Billy could be Samantha , Stanley could be Miranda etc and no one complained of self indulgent white privilege or the slightly overt sexual content in Sex and the City While not perfect I found Uncoupled fun , light and entertaining and 5 or so hours of relief from the usual diet of murder and mayhem so freely available on television today.
No confirmation yet but Series 2 of Uncoupled is apparently on the cards and I'll look forward to it.
Refreshing
pbstarman30 July 2022
It is extremely nice to watch this gay series on Netflix. There is a major lack of decent gay film and TV series to watch.
I am on the verge of tears at times. Laugh out loud.....just wishing the series had far more episodes. Even though, it's a bit on the pretentious New York eye scene with lots of glamor, hot guys, dinner parties/bars/ Art openings.....I love the series. Well done.
I am on the verge of tears at times. Laugh out loud.....just wishing the series had far more episodes. Even though, it's a bit on the pretentious New York eye scene with lots of glamor, hot guys, dinner parties/bars/ Art openings.....I love the series. Well done.
Not perfect, but enjoyable!
tennym31 July 2022
Shallow but entertaining
bobetjo30 July 2022
Neil Patrick Harris is a gay prosperous realtor in a privileged bubble in New York. The wide array of male gay friends also seem prosperous and often buff or talented. The flats he deals with are top end. As is his own pad. And there is a lot of unattainable property porn in this show.
However, it is still entertaining and humourous. Although the characters have yet to be fleshed out, they are identifiable and the plots involving them are light hearted. So far it is quite watchable.
However, it is still entertaining and humourous. Although the characters have yet to be fleshed out, they are identifiable and the plots involving them are light hearted. So far it is quite watchable.
Almost unwatchable...and Im gay!
kevingolden-2790331 July 2022
I tried, i really did. But Im a post-middle-aged gay man in NYC and I found this to be unwatchable after 20 minutes of cliches, stereotypes and unrealistic scenes at every turn. The script is atrocious. The gay male characters are all right out of 'gay caricatures 101' . The females are shrill and devoid of actual personality. Poor NPH tries but what he has to work with is embarrassing. I can only hope that people outside of NYC dont think this is actually what gay life in NYC looks like any more than Friends and SATC portrayed actual straight life. Skip it.
It's just a show. If you don't like it...just move on. Simple as that.
Remy_Azhary5 August 2022
Warning: Spoilers
Despite the fact that there are people not liking the series for not being realistic to depict the "common gay man", I'd say (to quote Michael's mum), "Take the chill pill"! "Chillax".
It's just a show. Lighten up. Don't take things so seriously.
For me, it's meant as an entertainment. If it does not then it's your prerogative not to like it and move on.
For what it's worth, I'd say it's a fantasy set in the modern world. That's about it. But there's nothing wrong with that.
Personally, I like it. In a way, I could relate to some of the subjects brought up in the series. Mainly being a gay man in my 40s and things like having sexual relations with the use of protection. And the fact that the character of Billy being a self-absorbed narcissist going about chasing after guys at his age is one that I feel ought to be brought up. But that's just my opinion. And to have his date for the Jonathans' wedding finding out that he's the proven cliche among gay man is a sad fact that needs to be addressed.
As for the main protagonist's relationships with his potentials post-Colin, I'd say I could only dream of meeting someone like Luke. Even though their relationship was barely a week it's a beautiful thing I wish they could hit it off.
The bottom line is, whether you like it or not, it's just a show. You can turn it off if you don't like it.
It's just a show. Lighten up. Don't take things so seriously.
For me, it's meant as an entertainment. If it does not then it's your prerogative not to like it and move on.
For what it's worth, I'd say it's a fantasy set in the modern world. That's about it. But there's nothing wrong with that.
Personally, I like it. In a way, I could relate to some of the subjects brought up in the series. Mainly being a gay man in my 40s and things like having sexual relations with the use of protection. And the fact that the character of Billy being a self-absorbed narcissist going about chasing after guys at his age is one that I feel ought to be brought up. But that's just my opinion. And to have his date for the Jonathans' wedding finding out that he's the proven cliche among gay man is a sad fact that needs to be addressed.
As for the main protagonist's relationships with his potentials post-Colin, I'd say I could only dream of meeting someone like Luke. Even though their relationship was barely a week it's a beautiful thing I wish they could hit it off.
The bottom line is, whether you like it or not, it's just a show. You can turn it off if you don't like it.
It gets better
mls418229 July 2022
I hated this the first three episodes. Except for Tisha Campbell, the characters and performances stunk.
It gets better. You have some sympathy for NPR character. He wants more from the empty, boring, dating scene.
The other characters are pretty revolting but they are supposed to be. Over confident yet unattractive in every way. A reflection of today's society and not just gays.
It gets better. You have some sympathy for NPR character. He wants more from the empty, boring, dating scene.
The other characters are pretty revolting but they are supposed to be. Over confident yet unattractive in every way. A reflection of today's society and not just gays.
Conflicted
Pegasus-1031 July 2022
Best thing about this series: the stunning aerials of new York City.
Worst: most of the rest.
Seems so unrealistic and listening to Michael whine for eight episodes was a bit much, despite his probably having good cause. And although I like Harris, it was hard to believe all those young hot men would instantly fall into his arms (and bed.)
Most endearing character was Suzanne; least was Claire. Character who should have had a bigger part: Jack. Smaller part: Claire.
Was too hard to relate to this sub-section of society (rich people not doing much to make the world a better place.)
Worst: most of the rest.
Seems so unrealistic and listening to Michael whine for eight episodes was a bit much, despite his probably having good cause. And although I like Harris, it was hard to believe all those young hot men would instantly fall into his arms (and bed.)
Most endearing character was Suzanne; least was Claire. Character who should have had a bigger part: Jack. Smaller part: Claire.
Was too hard to relate to this sub-section of society (rich people not doing much to make the world a better place.)
NPH shines in the best show Darren Star has ever made
adamsandel30 July 2022
We all know that Neil Patrick Harris is a brilliant comic actor, song and dance man, and the best awards show host ever. Here we see what a great dramatic actor he is as well - with the humor coming from a deeply human place.
The strong ensemble cast (including the always perfect Marcia Gay Harden) play characters that are all multi-dimensional and real. Gay or straight, there is not a note of cliche or caricature among them - which in itself is a cause for celebration.
Yes, there are plenty of laughs. Yes, New York looks glossy and lovely. But everything is in the service of a story about real people dealing with real conflicts and the emotional complexity that goes along with them.
Bravo!
The strong ensemble cast (including the always perfect Marcia Gay Harden) play characters that are all multi-dimensional and real. Gay or straight, there is not a note of cliche or caricature among them - which in itself is a cause for celebration.
Yes, there are plenty of laughs. Yes, New York looks glossy and lovely. But everything is in the service of a story about real people dealing with real conflicts and the emotional complexity that goes along with them.
Bravo!
So unique and out of this world
Farima_y29 July 2022
I binged watched it in a day and I can't recommend it enough. Finally a good romantic comedy based on a gay couple!! The pace of the show, intresting characters and perfect acting make it so smooth. I wish there were more episodes because just couldn't get enough of it.
It's not a documentary
amyhomer-1358316 August 2022
I thought it was cute & funny. It's just a show though! No way I expected this is an actual representation of gay men in NY. No different than sex and the city, GOT, stranger things, dead to me, better call Saul or ANY other popular tv show...I recognize it's just tv. If you're expecting this to be real life or if you are turned off by same sex relationships, just don't watch it. If you are looking for a mindless show to give you a good chuckle, give it a try.
It's Sex in the City for Gay Men
corinnescrapbook30 July 2022
I am not usually a Neil Patrick Harris fan. BUT he has changed my mind. This show is great. I binged the first 5 in one session. The script is witty and clever without being over the top. It reLly is like having the original Sex & The City back. TV needed something like this. Love it.
Quick and cute, but nothing more than that.
felifs-776-34759715 August 2022
Darren Star, creator of shows like "Sex and the City" and "Emily in Paris", now creates a series combining the elements of those series and finally placing a gay character in the lead. One cannot help but compare "Uncoupled" to those series, as it feels a bit rehashed.
I'm not going to say it's a complete copy, but there are so many similarities, it does feels like a sub-product. I'm not going to say the series is bad - far from it, it's actually very cute and sometimes funny - but once I finished it, I realised my favourite characters were the female characters, who are far more interesting and lively than the actual lead.
Neil Patrick Harris doesn't disappoint - even if he does resort to some unnecessary physical comedy - but Tisha Campbell as Suzane and the always great Marcia Gay Harden as Claire, definitely steal the show.
It's a quick and cute 8-episode series, but nothing more than that.
I'm not going to say it's a complete copy, but there are so many similarities, it does feels like a sub-product. I'm not going to say the series is bad - far from it, it's actually very cute and sometimes funny - but once I finished it, I realised my favourite characters were the female characters, who are far more interesting and lively than the actual lead.
Neil Patrick Harris doesn't disappoint - even if he does resort to some unnecessary physical comedy - but Tisha Campbell as Suzane and the always great Marcia Gay Harden as Claire, definitely steal the show.
It's a quick and cute 8-episode series, but nothing more than that.
Hilarious
sakura_yukina30 July 2022
I don't understand the low ratings. This series is really funny, beautifully shot and the cast is perfect. It is not crass or cringe. I am so sick and tired of those people that think a series or a film are good only if they contain so much drama, sadness, suffering and philosophical babble that they make you want to throw yourself out the window. Lighten up, people!
Not GWTW but OK
BILLYBOY-1031 July 2022
Bottom line is I want to see Season II as the series ended on a double whammy. The stories are OK, the writing sometimes crisp, sometimes not, but all in all an enjoyable diversion from reality of what it's like to be gay, single and 50 or over..or as I call it: The Gobi Desert. Fantasy land here but fun and worth a watch. Lotsa puns and story lines to keep it fresh and ongoing and basically its mainstream gay soft-porn.
Of course this is fantasy
meldagungul29 July 2022
It is sex and the city. But less gay
gabycs111 August 2022
Tired, old, old stereotypes
joe-thurston-420533 August 2022
Heartfelt and funny
mkvpyfnyg30 July 2022
I hadn't heard anything about this show so thought I'd watch a little bit of the first episode. Eight episodes later, I didn't want the show to end. It's both funny, heartfelt and bittersweet. Can't wait for Season 2!
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