Living with Yourself (2019) User Reviews

Rudd x2

[pattie_cakes · 8/10 · 19 October 2019]

What's better than a show/movie with Paul Rudd in it? A show with two Paul Rudd.

Rudd plays the double character role very well. So well that it's hard to tell it's a split screen.

A well made show that almost matches the quality of a high budget movie. Great premise with loveable characters.

Good but not enough

[nasreddinemahdi-244-303473 · 6/10 · 3 November 2019]

The show's story is good and twisted, and Paul Rudd is obviously an incredibly talented actor. He managed to portray two different versions of "Miles" with high authenticity and skill. However, the show is neither that funny nor that dramatic, it's stuck in between. It's somehow superficial, and lacks deep emotional moments or attachment to the characters. The ending could have been different, and the whole show could have been deeper and more intriguing. There could have been moments where old "Miles" is desperate to gain back his wife by showing himself prepared to change and get back to his old self, and having learned how much it means to her to have him back.

In the end, it is an enjoyable show with a twisted plot and interesting characters.

A cool concept, but not a great follow through

[Derache · 6/10 · 30 October 2019]

This show has a great concept with a set-up for an amazing series. However, this series was 8 episodes, that went through many many different story arcs in a very short amount of time. It feels as though the show lacked the time and depth that it should have received. Some episodes or parts of episodes are done very very well, however sometimes full episodes or parts of episodes seem pointless and tedious. This show is a show I wish was re-rewritten into a proper film with proper length and scripts, however, it was not that. I would recommend the first 4 episodes or so, but the last half felt like an encore that no one asked for, and no one wanted. It's purpose made no sense.

Very Enjoyable

[cartsghammond · 18 October 2019]

Paul Rudd has already proven to be an extraordinary actor, both in comedy and drama, So Hearing that there was a show coming out with Paul Rudd as two characters was already exciting. But actually watching the show and seeing it pay off is even better, I think they have done a great job at having a dramatic show, with goofy and funny ideas. The tone feels right and each episode is intriguing on its own. Not to mention the incredibly smooth effects they use make it seem like Paul Rudd is two different people. Good job Netflix, more of this please

Should have been a movie

[heatherworkmanrios · 6/10 · 25 October 2019]

I was enticed by the trailers... it seemed like a bit of a thriller with a little bit of sci fi and some comedy... And it started out that way. But after maybe 3 or 4 episodes, it's started to deteriorate into more of a rom com with extra cringe worthy moments that seemed more like something from Full House. But since I had already invested so much time watching the first half of the series, I just kept going. I truly wish they had used the beginning, and then taken the best parts out of the rest and made that into a movie. It really should have just been a movie.

Paul Rudd Surprised me.

[pugmahorn · 9/10 · 26 October 2019]

I don't write reviews but I just want to acknowledge this show. It's different. Quirky. Funny. Sad. Reminds me of Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and Being John Malkovich. Paul Rudd is amazing. You will forget he's playing both parts. At times this show stuck with me and made me think about my own relationship and my version of myself. And there was this one scene...it will never leave me. Bravo Paul Rudd.

Lol who made this

[elliotjeory · 7/10 · 23 October 2019]

The most random show you will watch this year, but it's not a bad thing, it's quite funny and interesting, it has 8 episodes and there not that long so it's easy to get through them. Paul Rudd was excellent and he was perfect for the role. It's a little weird and I felt it could of been better but no shows perfect so enjoy.

Excellent!

[bastiaangrunder · 10/10 · 19 October 2019]

Why are people negative about this show? I binge-watched it. It's original, funny, twisted. Great acting by Paul Rudd.

Entertaining but it could have been so much betteri

[isabelapsalgado · 6/10 · 25 October 2019]

It's fair to say it's a very entertaining series. It's easy to binge watch, specially due to Paul Rudd's acting, who performs two different personas in a very compelling way. The various scenes where the original Miles and the clone interact are quite well done and fun to watch. However, certain points must me made in regards to character development:

The original Mikes barely changes throughout the whole mess. Even after he supposedly gets his life back (when his wife finds out about the clone), he doesn't try harder. He's not better at work and he barely talks to his wife. What are his redeeming qualities, you ask? Well, he's a good dancer and he's better at having sex than his clone. Sorry, that doesn't make him a more likeable character.

Kate is very sweet and easy to empathize. However, the romance dilemma husband-clone was very poorly developed. She was already unsatisfied with original Miles and intended to meet other guys - and perhaps leave Miles in the long-term. But she so happens to meet the better version of Miles - the guy that brings her coffee in bed, dances with her and buys tickets to Paris. To which she says he's "too great and it's exhausting". Oh yeah, cause getting back to her sloppy unhappy husband, that barely acknowledges her existence, makes perfect sense now!

And the ending...don't get me started. It's a terrible parody of a family movie and it's just too cheesy. What will be season 2, then? Miles and the clone living happily ever after with Kate and a child? Thanks, but I'll pass

Paul rudd

[kunalverma-98631 · 9/10 · 19 October 2019]

What a show it was. Paul rudd is so amazing even when he is in a serious character. It was so great to see two paul rudds in a single screen. Story was different. Never gets bore. Naration was clever

If you're reading this and you gave it a 10

[saraleite-1 · 7/10 · 18 October 2019]

How??? Hooooow? The concept is not original. The story is superficial. None of the characters are likeable. Or unlikable.

When i started watching the series, it had like a Vanilla Sky vibe to it. Nothing more.

I can't even write anything that would be deserving of words. But I guess I wrote this, so...the joke's on me!

I'd just like to pin point a couple of things: 1. Why didn't they ask for more money from the Koreans? This is a multimillion-dollar f***-up. 2. Kate really loved her new hubby when he appeared to e as what . he was in their beginnings. As soon as she found out it wasn't him (although, technically it was) his charm was a repellant! 3. Kate says to fake Miles, "you'll find someone to love", and he's all like "I've never had a breakup"...uhm, yes you did? As your original did? His experiences are real, in his memories!

I can't even.

Intriguing

[h2so4b · 9/10 · 18 October 2019]

Really intriguing series .Binged watched the whole episodes couldn't stop myself . I think Paul Rudd was the best choice for this role, he was really good . And I also liked the way they show the same situation from other characters' perspectives. Well i can say that i really enjoyed watching the show . If you're trying to find a good series to watch I think you should check this out .

Love it or hate it

[lythis-love · 6/10 · 18 October 2019]

The atmosphere of this Netflix original is so weird. Kind of depressing but also enjoyable! You really want to know how the story goes on but it also gives you a bad feeling: what if you met your better self? Would you give it go and leave your old life? Paul Rudd really can do both roles, it is very well performed. I have to admit that I wish his old self would leave his old life and give his clone the chance to do everything he wants. The clone can enjoy the life the old miles has which is really nice. If you could clone yourself into a better person, what to do with your old self? Kill it? Suicide? This series really is a bit depressing and makes you think

Starts well but loses its way

[curmudgeon86 · 5/10 · 10 May 2021]

I made the mistake of believing the top reviews which were very positive. That and the fact that I wanted to like this because I like both the leads. Which is why I am writing this to warn others.

The show started off well enough and the first four or so episodes kept me hooked. Paul Rudd was excellent in his double role. Aisling Bea was likeable. The story took turns which I didn't guess, which kept things interesting. The switching between different character POVs was nice and things were amusing if not laugh-out-loud funny.

But things went downhill from the episode which ends with an office party. From this point the show starts struggling. The story turns into relationship drama and not much else, the humor disappears (it picks up briefly towards the end with the introduction of the FDA), and it becomes dull and even difficult to watch at times. A completely tangential storyline involving a town hall meeting is thrown in which was totally unnecessary and had absolutely nothing to do with the rest of the story. I didn't mind the ending but by that point the story had ceased to be interesting or entertaining.

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Looking back, the problem is that sone of the character arcs is quite tragic, but they are trying to fit it into a light dramady. So the tone keeps alternating between comic and tragic so quickly and it becomes genuinely difficult to watch -- you get heartbreaking moments presented in an attempted light tone. Its just bad writing. The idea had potential but the writers needed to make up their minds about what they wanted the story to be.

An enjoyable clone of "Multiplicity"

[rgin88 · 7/10 · 23 October 2019]

An enjoyable unoriginal show. The similarities with "Multiplicity" are obvious but thanks to the acting of Paul Rudd and Aisling Bea the show is really good.

FINISHED IT IN ONE DAY (if you're a fan of Santa Clarita Diet, this is for you...)

[noahsmithmichael · 10/10 · 19 October 2019]

I've been looking for an offbeat dark comedy since Santa Clarita Diet and I finally found it! Paul Rudd is stellar and brilliantly portrays both characters. The style, tone, and writing are all charming and intriguing. I definitely recommend this if you are a fan of Santa Clarita Diet and other notable works of Paul Rudd. It's fantastic and I hope it gets picked up for season 2!!!

Thought provoking drama

[DozyDelver · 6/10 · 25 January 2020]

This show may have been advertised as some kind of dark comedy or whimsical drama, but it appeals to a more philosophically inclined audience, so don't expect a ton of laughs or exciting moments. The story deals with the inner struggles related to personal success and failure and explores the theme of identity crisis. It may appeal to viewers intrigued by these issues. More interesting than entertaining, but I found it quite compelling. Easily absorbed in short episodes and I would certainly watch more.

Pretty damn brilliant if you ask me...

[ava_ever · 8/10 · 24 October 2019]

"Living with yourself" is based on a rather unoriginal concept, yet comes across as super original. Make sense?

So basically this guy (Paul Rudd) hates the way his life is going. He is unmotivated, uninspired, and depressed. Right when he's lost all hope, "Miles" is recommended by his friend to go to this weird, techy, magic, voodoo spa thing (where all hell will soon ensue).

Low and behold a clone of miles is made, the exact same version of himself except well, he's better in absolutely everything, so actually, he's not the same at all.

It's the most perfect execution of self vs self i've ever seen on television. Miles is in this incredible war with, well, literally himself. He's fighting for his job, his wife, his sanity, the list goes on.

It's a complex idea portrayed in an incredibly simplistic manner. At times may comes across as dull or boring, but for all the right reasons. This show has a very deep underlying meaning that won't appeal to everyone. I think it's pretty damn brilliant for that reason exactly.

I wouldn't say it's a show one would get emotionally invested to, character development is meh, but it is really entertaining and easy to follow.

Paul Rudd is absolutely magical in this role and Aisling Bea is the perfect co-star.

I'm excited to see where the show goes after this first season..!

Surreal but entertaining

[jamesjustice-92 · 6/10 · 19 October 2019]

I loved the premise from the get-go: a person who simply wants to change his life for the better gets an unexpected turn in the face of a clone of his. Sounds super fun, right? Well, it kind of does. Paul Rudd's dual performance as his bitter self and his better other self is brilliant but there are so many different ways this scenario could have extended to instead of the one we got - I watched the whole eight episodes back to back because of how insanely entertaining they were with almost each episode ending on a cliffhanger but in the end we had nothing to it. Shallow plotline, too superficial for an actor of such calibre as Paul (although if you look back on his filmography it would all fall right into place), so many roads not taken throughout and all you're left with by the end is that feeling of surrealism and absurdity this whole show is. Does it teach you to accept yourself the way you are? Yes. In a way. But there's sadly nothing more to it.

Addictive

[iankenny01 · 9/10 · 18 October 2019]

Just binge watched whole series on first day. It started off looking like it could be a clone of Multiplicity but then had elements of Back to the Future 2. Good acting from the main 3 characters ;) Aisling Bea especially surprised me. More nice dark humorous than hilarious. A second series would be interesting.

When Drama Overwhelms Comedy

[ameer-66698 · 7/10 · 22 October 2019]

When you start a new series , you would probably test whether it is fun for you or not by evaluating the number of episodes you watch at once time. This series , undoubtedly, was one of which. I really admire Paul Rudd's acting , it seems to be he pushed his creativity deeper into the field of 2 characters' acting , and he really mastered , however , not all the time. In general , the series is fine , and my rating would not change my opinion about it in the slightest.

The first TV series in a long time that's kept me guessing

[kaylasaysrawwr · 10/10 · 21 October 2019]

The show starting out with an interesting premise and storytelling technique. With each episode we got to see the word and perspective with each character. What an interesting idea! Throughout the show I stayed excited and curious to find out what plot twist would come next. The story could have gone in many different directions and turns and I can see the director had fun with telling the story. I can't wait for season 2. This serious MUST have more episodes! I can't get enough...

Kinda disturbing, with funny parts

[andreww-21753 · 6/10 · 28 October 2019]

The show, while funny and unique, made me somewhat uncomfortable. The relationship dynamics that develop between the main three is disturbing. Great acting by all, a unique idea for the show, and funny to boot. However, the ending just seemed like a awkward twist.

I should like this, and yet ...

[cherold · 5/10 · 21 May 2020]

This seems like exactly the sort of thing I would like, a comical sci-fi with a bizarre concept with philosophical undertones about the nature of self - and of self improvement.

And yet, as watched the first episode I just never felt drawn in. The protagonist depressed me. The humor felt mild and conventional.

Ultimately it felt like the series was relying just on its premise. Compare it with a series with similarly out-there premises, like Maniac or Dispatches From Elsewhere. They had solid premises but also pushed to be interesting in other ways, using clever narrative techniques and stylish filming. But Living with Yourself feels very rote in its presentation.

I'm not saying I might not like it more if I watched a few more episodes. There's certainly potential. I'm just saying I felt the first half-hour episode felt overlong and it would take a lot of convincing for me to watch another.

Can't recommend it, but wouldn't want to dissuade anyone else from checking it out.

Weird

[Heartburnt_Kid · 6/10 · 22 November 2019]

An interesting concept. I was very looking forward to a classy comedy where the better one would help the other one and after some time there would be funny conflicts. Instead the comedic elements are mixed with "brutal" to depressing reality placing the show into the tragedy category rather than comedy.

There are many scenes that pump up the hype but then it all gets dissolved into nothing. The later episodes are so chaotically disorganized. The outcomes feel so out of place. It's like the old writer just left and a new one gets in charge.

It definitely did a good job at making you wanting to watch another episode wondering what probably happens next.