Don't get offended ... but gives us a second season you bloody .
Thanks mate, I mean babe 😚
Thanks mate, I mean babe 😚
90 Reviews
Don't get offended
littlepigs4 November 2019
All hail Phoebe Waller-Bridge
cherold2 February 2017
After being blown away by Fleabag, the six-episode series written by and starring Phoebe Waller-Bridge, I promptly looked to see what else she had written and discovered this gem.
In Crashing, a handful of people are living as property guardians, an English thing in which people get low rent in exchange for living in and watching after buildings (an anti-squatting measure).
The series begins with the arrival of Lulu (Waller-Bridge), who has had a friendship/unfulfilled flirtation with one of the residents forever. He's engaged, and things get very messy.
At the same time, a crazy, beautiful artist falls for a schlubby middle-aged guy and a man constantly after women finds his sexuality is a bit more complicated than he thinks.
It's a series about young people (well, young to someone my age) who don't really know who they are and are determined to make as many mistakes as possible in finding out. The series is consistently funny and wacky and the actors are excellent. Even the most unrealistic elements (like the aforementioned artist/shlub relationship) offer more internal logic than these tropes usually get.
While not as beautifully crafted as Fleabag, the series is once again the work of a first-rate comedic writer. I just wish Waller-Bridge would produce series that were more than 6 episodes long. I hope she also writes a movie at some point.
In Crashing, a handful of people are living as property guardians, an English thing in which people get low rent in exchange for living in and watching after buildings (an anti-squatting measure).
The series begins with the arrival of Lulu (Waller-Bridge), who has had a friendship/unfulfilled flirtation with one of the residents forever. He's engaged, and things get very messy.
At the same time, a crazy, beautiful artist falls for a schlubby middle-aged guy and a man constantly after women finds his sexuality is a bit more complicated than he thinks.
It's a series about young people (well, young to someone my age) who don't really know who they are and are determined to make as many mistakes as possible in finding out. The series is consistently funny and wacky and the actors are excellent. Even the most unrealistic elements (like the aforementioned artist/shlub relationship) offer more internal logic than these tropes usually get.
While not as beautifully crafted as Fleabag, the series is once again the work of a first-rate comedic writer. I just wish Waller-Bridge would produce series that were more than 6 episodes long. I hope she also writes a movie at some point.
Crashing is certainly different, we have to give it that.
Sleepin_Dragon14 January 2016
Oh for the days of Channel four making comedy shows like Father Ted, The I.T. Crowd, Spaced etc. I had hoped for Crashing to meet the same enormously high standards. The premise of the show, a group of six friends are residing in a disused Hospital for different reasons, poverty, saving etc. Naturally they have alcohol fuelled parties, lots of sex. The humour is quite crass, and definitely for adults only, but then it is Channel 4. It will be interesting to see how some of these characters unfold. Estate agent Sam seemed to get the most screen time, not surprising as Jonathan Bailey is a good looking lad.
I for one really enjoyed, and look forward to the series progressing. I thought the acting was good, Phoebe Waller- Bridge, Louise Ford and Jonathan Bailey were all good. Adrian Scarborough is always good value too, an underrated comedy actor. So it wasn't continuously crammed with laughs, I still really enjoyed it. 8/10
I for one really enjoyed, and look forward to the series progressing. I thought the acting was good, Phoebe Waller- Bridge, Louise Ford and Jonathan Bailey were all good. Adrian Scarborough is always good value too, an underrated comedy actor. So it wasn't continuously crammed with laughs, I still really enjoyed it. 8/10
Unbelievable that this isn't more revered
gmiles-835-81477416 March 2019
This is Waller-Bridge's finest moment - it is as funny throughout as the first few episodes of fleabag or the best moments of Killing Eve. Amazingly re-watchable and with a heart - but brutal nevertheless. One of the best British comedy series for a long time.
I want more!
mimicdmx271021 July 2019
This is the most ingenious, irreverent, uproariously comedy I've seen in my life, and I'm not young. I came to this after watching Fleabag in Prime and lovin' it. This is better, greater and the characters are amazing. Please, please, more seasons please.
Has some strengths but it's way too awkward(READ)
almqvist_19924 June 2017
I was quickly acquinted and introduced to the concept of the show and in a nice way. The characters are funny and it's a good mix of traits. However, I slowly realized the INSANE amount awkwardness this show builds on. Try watching it and find a single scene where they are not revealing secrets, sexually hinting at things or making a fool of themselves. You won't.
It all culminated in the curry-dinner episode (I believe it was ep. 4) that was just awkward upon awkward upon awkward upon fringe upon awkward. It's too much, to be honest. It's tiring to watch. I understand a lot of the comedy builds on that awkwardness but to make the show bearable they must step it down a notch.
It all culminated in the curry-dinner episode (I believe it was ep. 4) that was just awkward upon awkward upon awkward upon fringe upon awkward. It's too much, to be honest. It's tiring to watch. I understand a lot of the comedy builds on that awkwardness but to make the show bearable they must step it down a notch.
Different and edgy
treewb5 February 2016
Edgy,dangerous, eye-opening, real-life, very funny, brilliant cast, superb writing and wonderful interpretation by the cast. Well directed. Congratulations to all concerned. We want more ........ A lot of friends have been given hope living in a great city that through property guardianship they may be able to make it in London. This is a modern day Friends but with attitude! Brilliant set and very imaginative that it should be set in a disused/redundant hospital in central London. I hope we see lots more from the writer who is taking comedy/sitcom to a different level. She craft her work well and despite the storyline has a innocence about the circumstances.
Almost amazing, but not very good...
Chipsneak5 June 2022
Watched Crashing because I think Fleabag is a perfect series, and wanted to check out any of Phoebe Waller-Bridge's work.
My main problem with this show is that I hate every character. I don't think they're all bad people, I just hate the people they are. I have a similar problem with Shameless, although the group dynamic as a whole in that show is more endearing.
Another issue is that from the start, this weirdo with a ukelele shows up and it's made clear to the audience that Lulu and Anthony are in love. Any pacing for the development of this relationship doesn't really exist, it's just a short 'will they/won't they?' that ends with a conclusion but still not a satisfying one.
But yeah... these characters aren't just ones you love to hate, they're just awful.
Feels like a project from 2003.
My main problem with this show is that I hate every character. I don't think they're all bad people, I just hate the people they are. I have a similar problem with Shameless, although the group dynamic as a whole in that show is more endearing.
Another issue is that from the start, this weirdo with a ukelele shows up and it's made clear to the audience that Lulu and Anthony are in love. Any pacing for the development of this relationship doesn't really exist, it's just a short 'will they/won't they?' that ends with a conclusion but still not a satisfying one.
But yeah... these characters aren't just ones you love to hate, they're just awful.
Feels like a project from 2003.
Brilliant!
drumurmum12 February 2016
Before watching Crashing I had no idea what to expect, but I was not disappointed. Crashing follows a group of unlikely friends who to save money on rent decide to move into a disused hospital. With a group of 7 living in the hospital it can sometimes be quite hard to make them all unique, however Crashing succeeds at this creating brilliantly convincing and interesting relationships between all the characters. It's genuinely funny; there's great visual gags, toilet humour (the good kind) and intelligent jokes. It doesn't take itself too seriously in the slightest however still manages to convey some honest emotional moments.
Let's hope for another series! 10/10
Let's hope for another series! 10/10
On Par With 'Fleabag'
shannonsuxx19 November 2020
This show is unbelievably hilarious! I had initially seen Phoebe Waller-Bridge's series 'Fleabag' and went into this series thinking I may see the same jokes recycled, but I was very pleasantly surprised!
The shows setup in a hospital as a sort of accommodation was very interesting and strangely worked. I was so surprised how different the characters are from her characters she wrote for Fleabag which shows she is definitely no one trick pony!
DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED!!!
The shows setup in a hospital as a sort of accommodation was very interesting and strangely worked. I was so surprised how different the characters are from her characters she wrote for Fleabag which shows she is definitely no one trick pony!
DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED!!!
funniest comedy in years
williamlock10 February 2016
I was a property guardian for a while, which is why I was intrigued to watch this show. Although it's more about people living their 20-somethings lives in the city than being a guardian, I'm so grateful I found it, as it is, without doubt, the funniest comedy on British TV in years.
In the place of the usual two dimensional, obvious, sketches of characters that frequent so many sitcoms this group feel so real, vulnerable and complex. It's a bonus that this show is genuinely funny, for it could pass for a drama for all it's attention to the emotional aspects of the characters journeys. It's also shot brilliantly. Again, almost like a drama. The cast are fantastic. Particularly the women. But all the actors are as unafraid of playing the ruder comedy as they are to play the emotional truth of each character.
There are so many twists and turns and some hilarious set pieces - the girl getting stuck in her jumpsuit in the toilet... the *mess* Kate makes on the floor... and there is a hilarious prank call that.. as everything else, packs an emotional punch too. I never know what's coming next and that's what's led me back time again.
Lots of people are saying that this show should be longer. It manages to cram so much into such a short amount of time, but I always feel robbed at the end.
Also. Kathy Burke is in it for one episode! Kathy Burke! And she is absolutely HILARIOUS as a posh old soak... a sort of female Uncle Monty. Just so funny. I wish she would do more acting.
In short, it's safe to say I am a Crashing fan and hope there will be many more series in the future. It's restored my faith in eccentric British comedies to be proud of.
In the place of the usual two dimensional, obvious, sketches of characters that frequent so many sitcoms this group feel so real, vulnerable and complex. It's a bonus that this show is genuinely funny, for it could pass for a drama for all it's attention to the emotional aspects of the characters journeys. It's also shot brilliantly. Again, almost like a drama. The cast are fantastic. Particularly the women. But all the actors are as unafraid of playing the ruder comedy as they are to play the emotional truth of each character.
There are so many twists and turns and some hilarious set pieces - the girl getting stuck in her jumpsuit in the toilet... the *mess* Kate makes on the floor... and there is a hilarious prank call that.. as everything else, packs an emotional punch too. I never know what's coming next and that's what's led me back time again.
Lots of people are saying that this show should be longer. It manages to cram so much into such a short amount of time, but I always feel robbed at the end.
Also. Kathy Burke is in it for one episode! Kathy Burke! And she is absolutely HILARIOUS as a posh old soak... a sort of female Uncle Monty. Just so funny. I wish she would do more acting.
In short, it's safe to say I am a Crashing fan and hope there will be many more series in the future. It's restored my faith in eccentric British comedies to be proud of.
Delightful but pointless
i_odin30 July 2020
Crashing is a proof for Waller-Bridge's writing calibre.
She made this slice of the life about so much more without being too forceful about it.
Although the writing of the show is not the best she is known for. There were indeed some frivolous plot points and incomprehensible storylines. But that's all what makes this little experience unique.
I liked the performances and jokes.
Too crass and cringy
k-bakhoda16 March 2021
I started watching this show expecting something on par with fleabag but it is just not on that level. It tries to create comedy by throwing tons of vulgarity and awkwardness at you times and times again without any real backbone of a story or relatable characters to support it. That just makes the show unbearable for me. If you find incessant body part references and sexual hints funny then you will enjoy the show.
Brilliant new comedy-drama
reicher-0148910 February 2016
I have really loved the new Channel 4 sitcom Crashing, after 5 episodes of its first series. The show features a number of different characters, all with more depth and development than your average comedy show. The writing is very sharp and often hilarious, there is brilliant chemistry between the mostly young cast-members (with some added gravitas courtesy of Adrian Scarborough), and the action whistles along. Each of the characters has a believable, absorbing plot arc and every episode culminates in a riotous climax.
My advice is to stick with the show past the first episode, which maybe isn't as straightforwardly hilarious or enjoyable as the rest of the series as there's a fair amount of character introduction and scene-setting. Overall, this is a remarkably accomplished comedy from a hugely exciting first-time sitcom writer. if you're prepared for the odd crude gag and some glorious silliness - you will not be disappointed. I'm looking forward to the second series already!
My advice is to stick with the show past the first episode, which maybe isn't as straightforwardly hilarious or enjoyable as the rest of the series as there's a fair amount of character introduction and scene-setting. Overall, this is a remarkably accomplished comedy from a hugely exciting first-time sitcom writer. if you're prepared for the odd crude gag and some glorious silliness - you will not be disappointed. I'm looking forward to the second series already!
Totally hooked on Crashing
kirstyemmajones5 February 2016
I am totally hooked on Crashing. It's fresh, edgy and reflects the reality of inner city living - young people having to 'crash' in disused buildings as property guardians.
The script is fast paced and in every episode there is at least one laugh out loud moment which I would challenge anyone not to smile at. Kathy Burke as a lesbian Auntie and Kate's pretend business meeting spring to mind immediately!
I applaud Channel 4 at being so modern & dynamic which Crashing perfectly fits with. Yes, it could be considered vulgar at times but not unnaturally so - this is all part of the real life fantasy that has been created.
Can't wait for Monday!
The script is fast paced and in every episode there is at least one laugh out loud moment which I would challenge anyone not to smile at. Kathy Burke as a lesbian Auntie and Kate's pretend business meeting spring to mind immediately!
I applaud Channel 4 at being so modern & dynamic which Crashing perfectly fits with. Yes, it could be considered vulgar at times but not unnaturally so - this is all part of the real life fantasy that has been created.
Can't wait for Monday!
And a half
Headturner11 February 2021
I love these quirky little shows. London Irish is another example( tho that was way funnier Bridge is in that too. I watched all the episodes last night and got to 6 and was like that's it?!? Why did it end like this? I love Danny malloney and all the characters in this were good. I also really like the french girl and I forget his name? The property manager? Just pissed off that it ended so abruptly and especially after what transpired .
SO BLOODY GOOD
kristasia_business2 October 2019
I have NEVER written a review before but man this show's incredibly funny, creative, witty, unique and weirdly heart-warming all at the same time. Phoebe Waller Bridge is truly a genius. WHY WOULD THEY MAKE IT A STANDALONE SERIES ?!?!? #wewantmore
Decent writing.
paulcreeden31 December 2016
Warning: Spoilers
Fart jokes aside, the repartee in these fast-forward sitcom episodes is funny. The writing about youthful relationships is more intelligent than many comedies of this genre. As someone who lived in communal situations briefly in the 1970's, I was pleasantly surprised that today's millennials can still enjoy the lightness of it.
I'm a big fan of Jonathan Bailey (Sam). I think he is a young comic actor who could have a brilliant career. Phoebe Walter-Bridge (Lulu) was perhaps the weakest link in the cast, in my opinion. Julie Dray (Melody) is a scene-stealer as the pouty French painter, especially in tandem with talented veteran Adrian Scarborough.
I'm not sure I would watch another season. Part of my interest was due to the fresh talent. If the premise remained the same, I would probably take a pass.
I'm a big fan of Jonathan Bailey (Sam). I think he is a young comic actor who could have a brilliant career. Phoebe Walter-Bridge (Lulu) was perhaps the weakest link in the cast, in my opinion. Julie Dray (Melody) is a scene-stealer as the pouty French painter, especially in tandem with talented veteran Adrian Scarborough.
I'm not sure I would watch another season. Part of my interest was due to the fresh talent. If the premise remained the same, I would probably take a pass.
Brilliant new comedy
ahardccklife1 February 2016
Not sure why the other reviewer is being so negative here, but he (it's clearly a he) evidently has no sense of humour! To be honest he doesn't sound like the sort of person who finds many things funny.
My friends and I think this is one of the best new shows to have been on years. It's hilarious throughout and you care so much about the characters. It's rude and funny and moving and inappropriate. Like Friends or Girls or This Life if you can remember that one.
There are so many highlights, from an entire episode based around a curry (which does not end well) to the paint party in Episode 4. It pretty much sums up what it's like being a 20/30 year old in London, wondering what the hell to do with your life, and the situations the characters get into manage to be realistic, silly and hilarious all at the same time.
Anyway Crashing is brilliant so I highly recommend it!
My friends and I think this is one of the best new shows to have been on years. It's hilarious throughout and you care so much about the characters. It's rude and funny and moving and inappropriate. Like Friends or Girls or This Life if you can remember that one.
There are so many highlights, from an entire episode based around a curry (which does not end well) to the paint party in Episode 4. It pretty much sums up what it's like being a 20/30 year old in London, wondering what the hell to do with your life, and the situations the characters get into manage to be realistic, silly and hilarious all at the same time.
Anyway Crashing is brilliant so I highly recommend it!
Good&funny
kerlosmaroge18 November 2018
Fantastic New Comedy
fluffysue12 February 2016
Crashing is an excellent new comedy,and makes me look forward to Monday evenings! The term "crashing" relates and does so very well, to the fact that the characters lives quite literally crash together. The clash of personalities cause unbelievably realistic tensions as they all share a derelict space of an abandoned hospital in London. From the awkwardness of Kate around her Fiancé Antony, to the even more awkward love triangle of Sam, Fred & Will, Crashing offers a fantastic, yet sadly short half hour of giggles to kick off the beginning of the week. Highly recommend watching this if you're in the need of laughter & quality acting from ALL actors and actresses whom appear in this series. I hope there will be more to come, Phoebe is a brilliant writer!
A pointless comedy which tries to shock you with its vulgarity.
Dr_Sagan13 January 2016
Crashing seems like a pointless comedy. There is an obvious effort to shock with vulgarity with lots of "I'm full of semen" and vaginas and "I'll go down on you" from the first 2 minutes. Also you get to hear the word "Anal" a few dozen times literally and metaphorically.
The actors are unsympathetic and you also get the 2 main (not-so-attractive big noses and chins) actresses to look alike like sisters, not by coincidence but also as a plot element. You see, there is supposed to be an unfulfilled romance too. The (also regular and unsympathetic) main actor he is engaged with a woman who resembles his childhood's friend.
The dialogs are mostly bad. The situations unfunny (unless you consider a prank where someone is putting his hand into a toilet, funny). And the whole premise seems pointless.
There are a lot of main characters in this (people who are living in an abandoned hospital, the "H" is stylized in the title crasHing too). It seems like the creator, who also stars in this, believes that she can pull out more little stories for the future episodes, that way. Good for her, I highly doubt that there are too many episodes left for this series...
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The actors are unsympathetic and you also get the 2 main (not-so-attractive big noses and chins) actresses to look alike like sisters, not by coincidence but also as a plot element. You see, there is supposed to be an unfulfilled romance too. The (also regular and unsympathetic) main actor he is engaged with a woman who resembles his childhood's friend.
The dialogs are mostly bad. The situations unfunny (unless you consider a prank where someone is putting his hand into a toilet, funny). And the whole premise seems pointless.
There are a lot of main characters in this (people who are living in an abandoned hospital, the "H" is stylized in the title crasHing too). It seems like the creator, who also stars in this, believes that she can pull out more little stories for the future episodes, that way. Good for her, I highly doubt that there are too many episodes left for this series...
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Grew on me
hughjman18 August 2021
I think the liveliness of this show really holds my attention. It has a somewhat farcical energy. It's very well-crafted. The actors are good.
Up until the last episode, I thought it kind of childish and that maybe I would have thought more highly of it when it originally came on in 2016. My feelings about it may have had to do with how much everyone has been through in the past 4-5 years. I'm weary because of all that so right now it felt like listening to inane chatter when someone you love just died.
When I hit the last episode of Season 1, though, I felt sad that it was over. It had grown on me. I really like Fred and Sam's relationship and the actor who played Sam was terrific and responsible for a truly hilarious moment in the final episode.
Up until the last episode, I thought it kind of childish and that maybe I would have thought more highly of it when it originally came on in 2016. My feelings about it may have had to do with how much everyone has been through in the past 4-5 years. I'm weary because of all that so right now it felt like listening to inane chatter when someone you love just died.
When I hit the last episode of Season 1, though, I felt sad that it was over. It had grown on me. I really like Fred and Sam's relationship and the actor who played Sam was terrific and responsible for a truly hilarious moment in the final episode.
A bit of a mess: repetitious, adolescent, poorly written, not funny
jimparrett20 August 2017
This series begins promising enough but runs out of steam by the second episode, featuring a hard exterior but with a soft, creamy inside. Biggest problem is that the script is not funny enough to support many of the attempts at jokes. The ensemble acting is a bit amateurish. The underlying and persistent rom com story lines don't have enough punch to ding their subjects and the whole thing is so sloppily assembled you wish someone had rescued the crew from this dull ride. The worst part is the main character, played by the writer, is such an asshole you just don't care about her - or any other character. It seems like the people behind this haven't a clue about how to retain the irreverence while making sharp observations of human nature and tickling your funny bone at the same time. This should be funny, not merely amusing. If there is going to be another second set of episodes, re-casting should be top priority. An editor for Waller-Bridge wouldn't hurt. This kind of show should have laugh out loud moments (like the much sharper White Gold) and a tightness that pulls it all together. But it just sits there.
New favorite show!!
leilarae1 February 2016
Omg I love this show!! One of the best comedies to come out of the UK in years. So laugh out loud funny yet with real depth. So much comedy is dumbed down these days but this show is complex and emotional as well as very funny. Quirky British comedy at it's best. Feels a bit like Girls mixed with friends or new girl. It's also written by a woman which is probably why it feels like that(!) I wasn't totally sure about the first episode as it felt like it had too much too fit in, but still felt drawn to come back as there were some great moments in it. Then each episode just got funnier and funnier. Really worth sticking with it. Great characters, great setting, great gags. Love!!
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