I like Jimmy Carr. Yes, it's toned down compared to his usual stand-up, but I thought this was really funny.
Hopefully more to come.
As for the person who wrote this was like QI - they've obviously never seen it.
37 Reviews
Laughter without cruelty
AmimeIrl24 December 2018
An inferior British import
goutham-jacksparrow6 January 2019
I guess its my fault that I watch a lot of British panel shows like 8 out of 10 cats or A league of their own.
This has basically the same aesthetics to work but there is no chemistry. Its on the nose and pandering. Carr can do much better than this.
Under the skin funny!
olejoho8 January 2019
Right-wing Americans will hate this show, just look at the votes already. Left-wings might think it's bizarre. Touchy and "trendy" people would go "what did they just say???" While I feel more like a realist, this just gets up as the "about time this gets to be nailed and joked about!"
Worth watching indeed!
Please let us have more in the future!
Great panel show made for quick comedy - this is not a documentary!
kuuk322 December 2018
This is a UK style panel show, targeted at the US audiences, viewable worldwide on Netflix.
It covers topics such as gun control, drug taking and global warming, which are very touchy subjects in the US, so I imagine those are the reasons this show is getting bad reviews on this site. It mocks them, insults gun owners and global warming deniers. It highlights racial and sexist discrimination and makes jokes that will offend many strict opinionated people.
However it does this while not swearing, and while it does have many sexual references, it is edited to not go too far.
This is a stand-up comedy show with five comedians. All five are on one side of the argument (against) and so if you are expecting a discussion, this is not the show for that. It is about trying to make you laugh, and in that, they succeed.
However anyone with the opposite opinion to there's, will probably be more angry and amused.
For UK audiences this is a GREAT show. For American audiences, this is still a great show but they need to be able to laugh at their own society. We Brits are use to self-mocking, which happens a lot in this show. So most Americans will probably hate it. Canadians will love it though!
It covers topics such as gun control, drug taking and global warming, which are very touchy subjects in the US, so I imagine those are the reasons this show is getting bad reviews on this site. It mocks them, insults gun owners and global warming deniers. It highlights racial and sexist discrimination and makes jokes that will offend many strict opinionated people.
However it does this while not swearing, and while it does have many sexual references, it is edited to not go too far.
This is a stand-up comedy show with five comedians. All five are on one side of the argument (against) and so if you are expecting a discussion, this is not the show for that. It is about trying to make you laugh, and in that, they succeed.
However anyone with the opposite opinion to there's, will probably be more angry and amused.
For UK audiences this is a GREAT show. For American audiences, this is still a great show but they need to be able to laugh at their own society. We Brits are use to self-mocking, which happens a lot in this show. So most Americans will probably hate it. Canadians will love it though!
Great for easy watching
Pixtalgia18 July 2021
My headline pretty much sums it up. I'm a fan of both Jimmy Carr and Katherine Ryan with D. L. Hughley being a new to me.
The concept of the show is discussion other social topics, amongst comedians in the industry with a comical conclusion at the end of the show. Episodes achieve varying results depending on which guest stars are on the show, leaving some funnier than others.
If you're wanting something easy to watch that's not to be taken too seriously - while talking about serious social topics then this is the cure for them days where you've worked an long shift at work and want to zone of of the worlds problems.. by hearing a spin on the worlds problems!
The concept of the show is discussion other social topics, amongst comedians in the industry with a comical conclusion at the end of the show. Episodes achieve varying results depending on which guest stars are on the show, leaving some funnier than others.
If you're wanting something easy to watch that's not to be taken too seriously - while talking about serious social topics then this is the cure for them days where you've worked an long shift at work and want to zone of of the worlds problems.. by hearing a spin on the worlds problems!
amazing.
parra-6717121 December 2018
Funny show about current topics. Needs a little fine tuning.
burticus29 December 2018
So I'm from US and have never watched a "UK panel show" that people refer to, but this seems like one. Carr is "The Host" but he really just banters with people, it's not like he judges contests or anything.
Carr is funny but in an odd British way that takes some getting used to. He has an interesting chemistry with Katherine Ryan, like they might be friends IRL, that they should do more with. The Mrs took an instant dislike to Katherine, but I think it's the role she's playing.
DL Hughley is phoning it in big time, and he looks like he is super high the entire time. He has some funny bits here and there but mostly seems out of place.
The guest stars are hit or miss. Some are great, others are...ok. Haven't seen any truly awful ones yet but only 1/2 way through the season.
This show alternates between being hysterical and slightly amusing.
The show feels shorter than it's 30 minutes. I think they spend too much time chit chatting and joking in general before they get to the main topic. I think they can do a little fine tuning and get it down. The "data lady" Mona Chalabi does present some actual facts to counterbalance the yuk yuk's.... but someone needs to dress her better. Her outfits are a bit wacky and out of place.
There is some cussing/foul language but I don't think it's over the top. I don't think I've heard too many F bombs.
Overall it's funny and different... kind of reminds me of a funnier Politically Incorrect (the old ones anyway) but with comedians.
Hey Netflix - are you reading this? You need to give Nicole Byer her own show STAT. She's a guest star on a couple of these and SHE IS HILARIOUS.
Watch it. Have a cocktail or 4. It's funny.
Carr is funny but in an odd British way that takes some getting used to. He has an interesting chemistry with Katherine Ryan, like they might be friends IRL, that they should do more with. The Mrs took an instant dislike to Katherine, but I think it's the role she's playing.
DL Hughley is phoning it in big time, and he looks like he is super high the entire time. He has some funny bits here and there but mostly seems out of place.
The guest stars are hit or miss. Some are great, others are...ok. Haven't seen any truly awful ones yet but only 1/2 way through the season.
This show alternates between being hysterical and slightly amusing.
The show feels shorter than it's 30 minutes. I think they spend too much time chit chatting and joking in general before they get to the main topic. I think they can do a little fine tuning and get it down. The "data lady" Mona Chalabi does present some actual facts to counterbalance the yuk yuk's.... but someone needs to dress her better. Her outfits are a bit wacky and out of place.
There is some cussing/foul language but I don't think it's over the top. I don't think I've heard too many F bombs.
Overall it's funny and different... kind of reminds me of a funnier Politically Incorrect (the old ones anyway) but with comedians.
Hey Netflix - are you reading this? You need to give Nicole Byer her own show STAT. She's a guest star on a couple of these and SHE IS HILARIOUS.
Watch it. Have a cocktail or 4. It's funny.
Entertaining!
live13323 December 2018
I don't normally like Carr, but I, personally, love the more mature, less mean-spirited version of him.
I also love the other comedians, and enjoyed watching the whole series in one sitting!
Every joke isn't perfect but the atmosphere is ligthearted, and you can tell that the comedians are enjoying themselves.
Could be better.
michaelmason1115 June 2019
I'm a huge fan of Jimmy Carr, and Katherine Ryan, and I really enjoy panel shows. The idea is great, but where they miss the mark is the quality of guests they have on the show. Most of the guest "comedians" jokes are copied and unoriginal. If you're a fan of British panel shows, you probably won't enjoy this. Also not a fan of some of the Left jokes, they seem forced coming out of Jimmy's mouth.
Lacks genuine reaction
kiedisman28 December 2018
Funny and relevant
jody_bodelier7 September 2019
The Fix is great! The topics discussed are real and current issues and the ridiculous fixes are hilarious. I haven't seen any of the British shows mentioned, so I can't compare them to this one and ruin it. I don't find ruthlessness funny, so I prefer this "less edgy" Jimmy Carr.
The comedians are funny and really playing into their stereotypes, which I love. I also love Mona's awkwardness.
It's a perfect watch if you're not right wing and don't need mean jokes to have a chuckle.
Painful
troygulbrandsen19 December 2018
It's sad watching a great comic talent like Carr selling his soul for a fist of dollars.
The panel delivers punchlines and observation so dry it's physically painful to watch.
Please, don't do this any more, Carr. Stop it.
Please, don't do this any more, Carr. Stop it.
Registering just to praise this hilarious show
abrookman-805-4395844 February 2019
I don't always agree with the politics (I'm Libertarian, and opinions of the hosts are definitely left), but I love this show. Catherine Ryan is especially funny, playing the "came from white trash" character she's created, and you sometimes see truly spontaneous wit from all of them.
DL can be a little wooden sometimes but is very funny. I don't mind at all that he talks about being black, as someone complained in a review- it's his reality.
The data girl really adds something, but her outfits are sometimes not that flattering to her, especially at the camera angles used.
All in all- please do a lot more of this!
DL can be a little wooden sometimes but is very funny. I don't mind at all that he talks about being black, as someone complained in a review- it's his reality.
The data girl really adds something, but her outfits are sometimes not that flattering to her, especially at the camera angles used.
All in all- please do a lot more of this!
Humorous Satire
mind-wax20 December 2018
Very similar format to the British comedy panel show QI, but focusing on current events in the US. Teach episode focuses on a single topic and the comedian panel offers much needed political satire for the serious subjects they discuss. Very humorous, and I look forward to a follow up season.
8 out of 10 failed US attempt
kmarshall_mim19 December 2018
This show is way to political, not really funny at all (maybe 2 laughs an episode). Admittedly only 2 episodes in.
Had they of taken Sean Locke and John Richardson along as team captains it would probably have been decent, but alas, they didn't and it kinda sucks!
Also Carr seems to either be taming himself, he can be a lot more ruthless and hilarious.
Had they of taken Sean Locke and John Richardson along as team captains it would probably have been decent, but alas, they didn't and it kinda sucks!
Also Carr seems to either be taming himself, he can be a lot more ruthless and hilarious.
Raw, irreverent and relevant
bonjovi11317 December 2018
Laughter track
drozeck19 December 2018
Incredibly funny!
matt-233-49789913 July 2021
This was one of the funniest shows I've seen in a long time. I laughed out loud multiple times per episode. I binged it in one night. It only loses a star because of Jimmy Carr's nails on chalkboard laugh. Luckily it's infrequent (but the first episode had me worried.)
If you're thinking about watching this
leonardof-5569015 January 2019
Some notes (about season 1):
- Episode 1 is one of the best. If you don't like it, this show is probably not your thing.
- I'd recommend skipping episodes 3 and 4 on your first viewing.
- This show is politically very left-wing. Might be annoying if you right-wing.
- The host, Jimmy Carr, has this weird laugh. In "Funny Business", he says that his laugh really is just that weird. You get used to it after a while.
Binge worthy!
tkmagesh7725 December 2018
When compared to the other performances that involve Jimmy Carr, this one is a delight to watch. It is nothing political as other reviews suggested, instead simply reflects the socio economic aspects of US and for that matter rest of the world as well.
Awful
OliveiraVini9731 December 2018
It's really sad to see how Jimmy Carr sold his soul to politically correct.
Seems like it's difficult to Hughley being funny, always talking about being black.
That girl just talks about feminism or how men suck.
It's sad to see how Netflix spends my money on a terrible show like this.
Seems like it's difficult to Hughley being funny, always talking about being black.
That girl just talks about feminism or how men suck.
It's sad to see how Netflix spends my money on a terrible show like this.
Laugh out loud funny with DIVERSITY
mburrows-16-9393129 February 2019
Right so I was bored on a Saturday night with nothing to do and I thought .. why not ? I blitzed through the whole series. D.L is so laid back that sometimes you're not sure he's awake and then BANG says something so funny it's worth him looking disinterested at times lol ! Katherine Ryan is so quick, witty, hilarious and always on message. Jimmys annoying laugh becomes bearable as he steers the ship into some very funny moments. . . BUT the best part is how they seem to be very conscious of keeping the panel diverse across gender and race. The guests are hilarious and the premise is is perfect. Well done.
Decent
twinge-322082 July 2019
The panel is decent, Jimmy Carr is decent. The pace of the show is good. Carr and Ryan carries the show. Hope they could bring some better comedians for the episodes.
Would love to see if D.L could go through one episode without mentioning race, but I guess he wouldn't have any material then.
Would love to see if D.L could go through one episode without mentioning race, but I guess he wouldn't have any material then.
Doesn't hold back
westcoastluver5 January 2019
I love the no holds bar comedy. Nothing is sacred. Even though the ideas are satirical, they are mostly plausible (which is a lot more than you can say for the current "solutions"). I haven't laughed out loud this hard since Deadpool. Great show!
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