• Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Jun 17, 2007
  • Season #: 1 , 2
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9.3 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 179 Ratings

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  1. JewDaddyFromCincinnati
    Jun 14, 2007
    10
    Episode 1 is already online at HBO.com. It's Really funny !, I'll be a loyal viewer. Funny Music : "We are robots from the distant future. From the year 2000."
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  2. kathys
    Jun 15, 2007
    9
    Awesome, funny and very different.
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  3. EvieB.
    Jun 15, 2007
    7
    What you'd get if Wes Anderson art directed The Office. Funny, yes, but I don't know. Something about it left me feeling a little cycnical (probably the Wes Anderson part of the equation...)
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  4. Ben
    Jun 17, 2007
    10
    Understated and deadpan...but funny for all the right reasons.
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  5. RobotBoogie
    Jun 17, 2007
    10
    just amazing.. Made me remember what it is to watch something new, refreshing and just plain funny.
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  6. JustinC.
    Jun 17, 2007
    9
    A very original comedy and one of the best I've seen in a long while. I'll definitely be tuning in next week to watch the next episode.
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  7. GregG
    Jun 17, 2007
    10
    Loved it.
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  8. [Anonymous]
    Jun 18, 2007
    10
    One of the most original comedies I've seen on TV in a while. Quite funny. My only concern, having seen their live act, is what they're going to do when they run out of songs. They've got enough for at least one full season, but it's tough writing songs that are that funny. I hope they make it, cause it's funny stuff.
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  9. Les
    Jun 18, 2007
    4
    Quirky -- definitely. Funny -- rarely. The characters' deadpan delivery could be very effective iif their words contained anything ironic, or witty, or even simply shocking -- but mostly they are just staggeringly dull. The concept -- a day in the life of two marginal and utterly clueless musicians -- showed promise but so long as the writing and acting remains as weak as in the first episode (mostly the writing -- given the premise, the weak acting cuuld work well with the right script), it seems pretty pointless. Expand
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  10. chrisg
    Jun 19, 2007
    9
    excellent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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  11. LelandK
    Jun 19, 2007
    9
    Innovative comedy that i did enjoy
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  12. omarn
    Jun 19, 2007
    10
    these guys are likeable and their songs are hilarious. can't wait for the next showing!
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  13. mikea
    Jun 20, 2007
    10
    awesome, original and innovative - keep it up HBO.
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  14. ChrisB
    Jun 21, 2007
    10
    Don't just call it Seinfeld with an edge. The writing and delivery are so subtle that you will find yourself laughing even harder the second time you watch it. This is how a comedy team is supposed to work.
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  15. LarryB
    Jun 21, 2007
    9
    The dialogue needs some strengthening to get people to understand just how funny this is. Previous fans will love it immediately, but those new to FOTC will be caught up after the first two or three episodes I'd bet. Their screen report will have to come along to be anything as effective as it is on the standup stage.
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  16. winterforge
    Jun 21, 2007
    10
    Hilarious!!! Must watch if you have HBO.
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  17. Matthew
    Jun 22, 2007
    10
    Absolutely hysterical--the most original and creative show I have seen in a very long time.
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  18. Bobby
    Jun 22, 2007
    10
    Hilarious - There is only one kind of Dance. The robot. And the robo-boogie. Oh yes, two kinds......of dances.
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  19. samh
    Jun 22, 2007
    10
    this is one of the best new shows.
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  20. RV
    Jun 22, 2007
    10
    Amazing show. If the next 3 episodes are as funny as the first, the show will be a big hit.
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  21. Hubert
    Jun 24, 2007
    9
    Very funny and original. The pilot actually made me laugh out loud a few times. People who think this is too dry and boring probably love 'Friends'...
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  22. bromptonm
    Jun 24, 2007
    4
    i would love to see the reviews if they didn't have the kiwi accents. tenacious d lite.
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  23. FrankR
    Jun 24, 2007
    10
    Two words: Binary Solo (you have to watch the credits to catch it) This show is brilliant and the changing tag lines on the New Zealand posters are great!
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  24. Geoff
    Jun 26, 2007
    10
    screw you les this is one of the best shows, did seinfeld have a point, i think not
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  25. CollinHayes
    Jun 27, 2007
    9
    The pilot episode, typically viewed as the worst episode for new television shows, was great. Bret and Jermaine will continue to shine on HBO.
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  26. BrettC.
    Jun 27, 2007
    10
    THE funniest new show on television. I can't stop laughing
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  27. ColbyS.
    Jun 27, 2007
    8
    After watching the first two episodes, I'm convinced that this show is highly underrated. Sure, it's not knee-slapping funny, but I got a few laughs from it and the music's well-done on top of the humor. Subtlety wins.
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  28. MH
    Jun 30, 2007
    10
    Dry, subtle and very funny. This show is not for people who need to be told when to laugh.
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  29. johns
    Jul 2, 2007
    10
    Best New Show Since Extras. If you don't get it, don't worry, it just means that you are not smart enough.
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  30. LarsT
    Jul 2, 2007
    9
    Getting better all the time...3 episodes in and the subtle hilarity keeps getting better. Meg is the best fan ever....
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  31. chrisr
    Jul 3, 2007
    9
    It's funny. Along the same lines as "the office". Watch and listen carefully and you will laugh. With all of the other trash on TV.... I am amazed that any critic could dislike this show.
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  32. RichardD.
    Jul 3, 2007
    10
    This show is fantastic. Hilarious. I can't get enough.
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  33. romanmc
    Jul 3, 2007
    9
    "I can't man, I'm too scared." Classic.
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  34. JosephP.
    Jul 3, 2007
    10
    Flight of the Conchords is an exceptional, innovative comedy!
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  35. TomW.
    Jul 3, 2007
    10
    I don't usually rate shows, and with this series I expected a rehash of Tenacious D's three episode run on HBO. However, I've never been so impressed with a musical coemdy show. FotC blows sketch comedy shows on MTV and FUSE out of the water.
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  36. BF.
    Jul 4, 2007
    10
    This show may be too clever for its own good. I can only hope it doesn't suffer the same fate as Lucky Louie, and go over the heads of these philistines... Seriously funny show. Please for the love of God, watch it, record it, then watch it again...
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  37. ChazW
    Jul 4, 2007
    3
    Not very funny at all. It was like trying to quench one's thirst, by drinking a bucket of sand. Maybe, if I were a Kiwi, Aussie, or Brit, it might be funny.
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  38. shawnc.
    Jul 6, 2007
    10
    Flight of the conchords is brilliant. Its very eccentric and hits a very unique comedy vibe. The two lead actors have a very strong on screen presense and they both have amazing chemistry and comic timing. The show also features some amazing musical segments that are hilarious. This show is sure to be a classic.
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  39. DanW
    Jul 7, 2007
    9
    the musical scenes alone are enough to make your sides hurt with laughter
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  40. BrendanP
    Jul 7, 2007
    10
    This show is brilliant in execution and remastering the band's classic songs. It's one of the best pseudo-reality show currently on television.
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  41. ScottN.
    Jul 8, 2007
    10
    This brilliant, understated comedy. Its not shouting at the rooftops and its not taking the piss. These guys have brilliant timing, simple stories and hilarious songs. Perhaps it is only for Kiwi's, Aussies and Brits but still worth a look if you arent one of the above.
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  42. JoyJ
    Jul 9, 2007
    10
    One of the most unique and funny shows on t.v.
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  43. GabeG
    Jul 10, 2007
    10
    This is a well needed show and praise the hbo network for giving it a chance
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  44. TheoC
    Jul 10, 2007
    10
    A breath of fresh air in a world that's generally become more and more bereft of originality.
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  45. RossD
    Jul 10, 2007
    10
    This show is funny.. British humo reven thought they're from new zealand
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  46. C.B.
    Jul 11, 2007
    10
    magical
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  47. KezM
    Jul 12, 2007
    10
    Brilliant show!! Original, wacky, great songs and characters. I'm hooked!!
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  48. CrocM
    Jul 12, 2007
    9
    Thankfully HBO isn't afraid to take risks. Flight of the Conchords is the most unique comedy of the year.
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  49. AKC
    Jul 13, 2007
    10
    Unique and very funny. The best comedy on TV since the Ali G show. The pace is different, but to confuse understated (but sharp) comedy with boring is a mistake. Be patient- it's worth it- and hopefully HBO agrees and extends the show's run...
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  50. JustinC
    Jul 13, 2007
    10
    This show just plain makes me happy. The characters are simultaneously sweet, smart and innocent which makes them a delightful and refreshing change from the run of smarmy, acidic comedies we've had lately. Anyone who says it's just for Kiwis, Aussies, etc is just wrong.
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  51. SteveL
    Jul 13, 2007
    10
    HBO has another great Sunday night show. One of the best shows on TV.
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  52. JonM
    Jul 15, 2007
    10
    Probably one of the most original shows I have ever seen. I love it.
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  53. KyleeN.
    Jul 16, 2007
    10
    It's amazing, the funniest thing I have seen on television. However, I do think you have to have a certain type of personality to enjoy this delightful show.
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  54. JackS
    Jul 17, 2007
    10
    Absolutely the funniest show on tv. Their sense of humor make it one of a kind. Should come before Enterouge!
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  55. MikeH.
    Jul 17, 2007
    10
    Instantly joins the ranks of the truly must-see TV with CYE, Extras and past favorites like Da Ali G Show and The Office(original) because it stays in your head for days and becomes a topic of conversation with the uninitiated. It's brilliant.
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  56. ZackM
    Jul 18, 2007
    9
    The joke density is fairly low, but a recent episode had me laughing out loud a good four or five times. The songs range from goofy to spot-on, and the incompetent manager, Murray, is a brilliant addition to the Conchords' chemistry.
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  57. SamR
    Jul 18, 2007
    10
    This show is phenomenal. It's so original. It's awkward comedy at it's best (trailing curb your enthusiasm) and it's songs are more laughs than you can handle.
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  58. DirkG
    Jul 18, 2007
    9
    Great, subtle and wry humor. The leads are really charismatic and Mel (not Meg) is hilarious as their only fan. There are occasional rough spots, but pound for pound it's still funnier than most stuff out there, and when it hits, it REALLY hits. Agree with Mike H.: this stuff sticks in your head for days.
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  59. JoshJ
    Jul 19, 2007
    10
    Quirky, original, and very dry. Good stuff!
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  60. MargiT
    Jul 21, 2007
    10
    This is the funniest show I have seen in a long time. I love all the songs. Jemaine is eye candy too!
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  61. RyanW
    Jul 21, 2007
    9
    This is an excellent show and I really enjoy their awesome music.
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  62. LisaB
    Jul 21, 2007
    10
    This is the funniest show I've ever seen! I saw pre-season commercials for it that didn't pique my interest but caught a show by accident and found myself bursting out loud. That never happens!
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  63. UthredS
    Jul 23, 2007
    9
    The songs are what make the show. Not sure how long this series can last without getting stale but very funny so far.
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  64. MarcH
    Jul 23, 2007
    10
    BRILLIANT!!!!
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  65. MichaelH
    Jul 24, 2007
    10
    Amazing, two very talented individuals, but lets not forget Rhys Darby (Murray the band manager) who is also a hit. I hope this show never gets cancelled as it is already up there as, dear i say it my favourite show ever! If anything lets the show down it must be that annoying yank character who has a cruch on Bret and Jermaine
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  66. PatrickS
    Jul 24, 2007
    10
    This is a great show for anyone who is a music fan. The songs are hilarious, well structured, and actually well written. The jokes and storylines still produce laughs, but they are mainly just set-ups for their songs which are the true stars of the show. If you like comedy and music, give this show a shot. I love it and watch it every week.
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  67. ShaunaC
    Jul 25, 2007
    10
    This show is awesome! It is extremely funny and it is not offensive, so lots of people can enjoy it. I have been telling all of my friends about this show, and every single person who has had a chance to see clips just loves the Flight of the Conchords. I hope everyone starts watching this show, so that we all can enjoy Flight of the Conchords for years to come. This is the comedy series I've been waiting for. Jemaine and Bret are Heeeelarious through and through! I give them my highest recommendation, completely and without reservation. Expand
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  68. Taylor
    Jul 26, 2007
    10
    soooooooo good
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  69. EvanH
    Jul 29, 2007
    10
    One of the funniest shows of the year. The songs happen to be pretty amazing, not to mention hysterical!
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  70. bat-s
    Jul 31, 2007
    10
    my face hurts from laughing so much! i love them.
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  71. Harlan
    Jul 31, 2007
    10
    To truly enjoy this show you must have Tivo. There is no way to get all the subtle and uniquely amazing bits of genius in just one watching. The best part is watching each episode numerous times and finding hidden gems that other shows would not bother trying to fit in. I only hope the guys get the chance to blossom over a couple of more seasons. Remember no show was perfect it's first season, but this is as close as anyone has gotten so far! Thanks HBO! Expand
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  72. TamH.
    Aug 1, 2007
    10
    A amazing show. So FUNNY. Everyone I show this to loves it. I hope it's on for a very long time!
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  73. PaulS
    Aug 1, 2007
    9
    The greatness of this show is the set-up and preformace of the songs. They are interwoven within the story line and give the viewer an additional emotion "angle". Plus, they're funny and quite catchy. I will give the show a 10 if they come back for another season so that should be incentive enough to start another production. It's a great show and all of New Zealand should be very proud of them! Expand
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  74. Alexandra
    Aug 1, 2007
    10
    My new favorite show on tv. I love Bret and Jermaine, and totally wish I could be friends with them.
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  75. MelM
    Aug 2, 2007
    10
    This show makes me laugh out loud every episode. I love these guys... I think I may really be Mel..
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  76. MovieBoyDotCom
    Aug 5, 2007
    3
    LOL people from NZ sound like they are from AUS and UK... Thats so funny. How'd they come up with that idea? They should keep repeating that joke it will never get old! k thnx
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  77. Kathy
    Aug 6, 2007
    10
    Fun, different!
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  78. BubPasta
    Aug 6, 2007
    10
    Like it more each week.
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  79. MikeB
    Aug 7, 2007
    9
    You'd think they would run out of creativity and consistently brilliant songs, but they never do and hopefully they never will. Bret and Jermaine obviously steal the show but they supporting cast is also very solid, hopefully this show lasts.
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  80. ValerieA
    Aug 8, 2007
    10
    I have never been inclined to review or rate a show in my life, THAT'S how much I love FOTC.
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  81. DavidA.
    Aug 8, 2007
    10
    After watching this show if has become my new favorite. I can't get enough of it. The thing about this show is that it's not stupid. I can laugh at a show like this but not to a show like Family Guy. Their jokes are small, which is good because it ends them quicker. Other shows out there outstretch their jokes to where it fails horribly. Heres hoping Flight of the Conchords lasts for 4 or so more seasons. ;) Expand
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  82. Alex
    Aug 8, 2007
    5
    Yes, it's funny at times, but overall the show is lame and tiring. Each episode has been virtually the same (Brit leaves the band, they don't understand NYC, Jermain can't get a girlfriend, they're from New Zealand!) and the musical interludes are like the same one-note SNL skit. There might be laugh out loud moments in nearly every episode, but the problem is I've seen much better. To anyone who likes this show, I would recommend watching the BBC program "Peep Show" which is essentially the same show, only with real, complex characters and a funnier script. The main difference is that you empathize with them as well as laugh at them. Expand
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  83. TedJ
    Aug 10, 2007
    10
    My favorite show this summer! Gentle humor, dryly delivered. Great songs and music videos.
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  84. Alonsog.
    Aug 14, 2007
    10
    Great, simple and very entertaining, exactly how it should be. Really enjoy it
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  85. jeffj.
    Aug 14, 2007
    10
    Absolutely the funniest show on television. My whole family watches the show religiously. Please HBO, renew this series!!!!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  86. JordanH
    Aug 15, 2007
    10
    my favorite new show. tons of funny songs and great cast, everything works together, this and curb your enthusiasm are the 2 best shows on TV
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  87. JJ
    Aug 16, 2007
    10
    One of the best and most 'fresh' shows i've seen in years. Humor is subtle and smart and the characters are well-done by these guys. Please make more episodes!
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  88. TheKind
    Aug 23, 2007
    10
    Unbelievable, quite possibly one of the best shows ever, clever, funny, original, awesome dry humor.
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  89. MattA.
    Aug 26, 2007
    8
    While not as good as such recent comedy classics such as Arrested Development, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Extras, and the British version of The Office, this is much better than, say, the overrated and usually painfully unfunny American version of the The Office. Both leads are great, the scenarios are hilarious, and the music is almost always catchy and well-written. The only reason for the 8 is that it can get a little tedious at times, but overall, very good. Expand
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  90. LouiseG.
    Sep 2, 2007
    10
    The most original show in ages. Can't remember the last time I laughed so much watching a show.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  91. PhilJ.
    Sep 3, 2007
    9
    This show is hit or miss, but when it misses it's an inside the park homerun. And when it hits it's an out of the park power swing of steroidic proportions.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  92. AnjiL.
    Sep 5, 2007
    10
    I absolutely love this show! ALL the characters are hilarious and the songs are great!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  93. BobA.
    Sep 22, 2007
    10
    Almost always brilliant.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  94. RobW
    Sep 26, 2007
    10
    Being a New Zealander I have no problems with the accents as we have other CPANC (central part of the North American Continent) shows over here. NYers are pretty easy to understand. The humour is universal to intelligent folk, and so much more intelligent for them being able to do it without using anything controversial. Their characters are not dull at all, they are quite typical of New Zealanders. In fact they could be described as quite charismatic. Expand
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  95. PhilP.
    Oct 12, 2007
    10
    Love this show - best thing on TV since Arrested Development ended
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  96. CoryL.
    Oct 25, 2007
    10
    the best show in a long time
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  97. DavidD.
    Oct 30, 2007
    9
    This show resonates beautifully for New Zealanders and is a fantastic cartoon version of NZ male culture. Most of us really are that awkward (at least from age 14 to 27). I suspect only NZ, Aussie, and S. Africa natives with repressed boys' school backgrounds will be falling over themselves laughing. Good on Americans for giving it a try. Sadly here in NZ it is relegated to cable which is a true crime given the load of crap we usually get on major networks. Expand
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  98. SF.
    Nov 12, 2007
    10
    Love this show. very funny and they look great. Destined for great things.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  99. MikeG
    Dec 1, 2007
    8
    Sure, there are a few repetitive moments. And, yes, this has all been done before. That being said, it's hard to imagine it being done better or much funnier than it's being done here. Bret and Jemaine are both brilliant, and the supporting cast brings every role to life. This is an absurd universe they've created: an adolescent's vision of what being in a band and living in the big city is like; and they do it with a slapstick sense of joy that harkens back to the Marx Brothers. Expand
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  100. JasonJ.
    Dec 7, 2007
    10
    Maybe there needs to be a larger pool of critics? 68? Are you kidding? It's the funniest stuff that's been on T.V. in a long time. All it will take is for season 2 to be as good as the first.
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Metascore

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 15
  2. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. 70
    The charms of this series are subtle, but only grow over the course of the first few episodes.
  2. 88
    You should be there on Sunday night to see the premiere of something new and hilarious, and completely different.
  3. Reviewed by: Brian Lowry
    50
    "Flight" is pretty much a snooze until the music starts, at which point the show kicks up into something quite weird and occasionally wonderful.