Samantha Who?: Season 1
  • Network: ABC
  • Series Premiere Date: Oct 15, 2007
  • Season #: 1 , 2
Metascore
59 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 25 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 25
  3. Negative: 3 out of 25
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  1. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Maureen Ryan
    30
    The jokes that spring from that laborious setup aren’t all that funny.
  2. Washington Post
    Reviewed by: Tom Shales
    30
    The two Samanthas are simply irritating and hyper in different ways, and don't add up to one complete, compelling kook.
  3. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    30
    Halfway through the premiere, the basis for the entire show is already worn thin.

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User Score
8.4 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 28 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 20
  3. Negative: 1 out of 20
  1. ShelleyA
    10
    It takes a lot for me to laugh out loud, but I did it quite often during the first season of this show. I especially love Melissa McCarthy�39;s character.… Full Review »
  2. SwarleyStinson
    7
    The first series is funny enough and its good seeing Sam find her memories and stuff, but in season 2 the memories and the jokes have mostly run dry.
  3. ChrisS.
    10
    One of my favourite comedy tv shows! Although the number of funny jokes are limited each episode, the plot and acting is extremely eye-catching, and makes it very enjoyable to watch!… Full Review »
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