BoJack Horseman: Season 1

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Mixed or average reviews based on 13 Critics

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Universal acclaim based on 623 Ratings

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BoJack Horseman

Season Details & Credits

Netflix | Season Premiere Date: August 22, 2014

Starring: Paul F. Tompkins, Will Arnett, Aaron Paul

Summary: An animated comedy about the struggles of the former sitcom star (Will Arnett) who happens to be half-horse, half-man, while living in Los Angeles.

Creator: Raphael Bob-Waksberg

Genre(s): Comedy, Animation

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Series Overview
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Season 1 Overview
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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12. Later
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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11. Downer Ending
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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10. One Trick Pony
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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9. Horse Majeure
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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8. The Telescope
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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7. Say Anything
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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6. Our A-Story Is a "D" Story
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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5. Live Fast, Diane Nguyen
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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4. Zoes and Zeldas
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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3. Prickly-Muffin
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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2. BoJack Hates the Troops
Air Date: August 22, 2014
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1. BoJack Horseman: The BoJack Horseman Story, Chapter One
Air Date: August 22, 2014

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Critic Reviews

Slate - Willa Paskin

Aug 22, 2014

BoJack is perhaps a little more clever than it is uproariously funny, but it is often very clever, and, moreover, well-tuned to the ludicrousness of the sort of low-level fame that surrounds BoJack. Read full review

The New York Times - Neil Genzlinger

Aug 25, 2014

Like some of television’s more out-there animated shows, this one is hard to describe beyond broad outlines, because it’s so odd, a combination of droll and naughty that seems improbable but works deliciously. Read full review

New York Magazine (Vulture) - Margaret Lyons

Sep 25, 2014

There are so many background jokes and one-liners and silly animals that the show's emotional depth caught me by surprise. Read full review

The A.V. Club - Erik Adams

Aug 21, 2014

Even with its inventive setting and all-star cast, there’s not enough reason to stick with BoJack Horseman through the first six episodes. Read full review

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Rob Owen

Aug 22, 2014

BoJack Horseman gets the particulars of late '80s sitcoms right and has a few scattershot funny moments but it's mostly not a laugh riot. Read full review

San Francisco Chronicle - David Wiegand

Aug 19, 2014

Oddly enough, although the dialogue is rarely funny, the show is rife with background details suggesting how much potential is wasted here. Read full review

Chicago Sun-Times - Lori Rackl

Aug 19, 2014

[A] bizarre, Seth MacFarlane-like show that seems to have stemmed from a trippy night on ‘shrooms. In the words of Nancy Reagan, just say no. Read full review

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yukichigai

Aug 25, 2014

I went into this series expecting very little, only to find something unexpectedly hilarious. Hilarious, and sometimes quite deep, too. BoJack Horseman is one of those rare series that mixes complete irreverence with the occasional deep meaningful insight. It's a hard mix to pull off, butI went into this series expecting very little, only to find something unexpectedly hilarious. Hilarious, and sometimes quite deep, too. BoJack Horseman is one of those rare series that mixes complete irreverence with the occasional deep meaningful insight. It's a hard mix to pull off, but the show does it quite well.

Now I won't lie, this isn't the firecracker joke-every-minute type of series. Sometimes it takes a little bit of time to set up the humor, but the payoff is definitely worth it. The first episode in particular took about 10 minutes to really get fully into gear, but once it had established the setting and the setup it got very funny very fast. The jokes are rather funny, but more than that they're sometimes bitingly funny and dark. If that's your kind of humor, this show will deliver, especially since so few shows seem to have that kind of humor.

Another thing BoJack does which few others do is maintain continuity, and usually does so for maximum comedic effect. What would normally be a dumb throw-away joke in another series becomes something that pops up in later episodes, repeatedly in many cases. It allows the show to establish several running jokes, most that only get funnier as they go on.

Probably the biggest surprise for me though were the number of moments when the show got "deep", for lack of a better term. Insightful, meaningful moments... and most of the time still funny as well. The show's not afraid to have dramatic moments (nothing too downer though), and the contrast often makes the humor that much better.

Overall, BoJack Horseman took me by surprise in the best of ways. It is without a doubt one of the funniest animated shows that I've ever watched. There are some funnier shows out there at the moment, but that doesn't make this one any less outstanding. If you like dark, sometimes bleak, often biting humor then you should watch this show.… Expand

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Ghhihhjk

Jul 10, 2015

This show is AMAZING! By far the best show of 2014. The interesting plot and the depth of characters combined with the witty and observational humor that will have you re-watching,rewinding and pausing episodes makes this show not only enjoyable but special. The show has all the elements ofThis show is AMAZING! By far the best show of 2014. The interesting plot and the depth of characters combined with the witty and observational humor that will have you re-watching,rewinding and pausing episodes makes this show not only enjoyable but special. The show has all the elements of drama (which is surprising to many considering its cartoon-ish nature) and the fun invigorating style of a comedy that really makes this show great.… Expand

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Tzortzis

Dec 10, 2018

59 metascore? just wow people..this show isnt just about being funny..all the messages it passes...im so addicted to bojack horseman.Easily top 3 shows of all time,cant say more on how epic this show is...

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JonOlson

Aug 27, 2014

i enjoyed this show a great deal. i hope netflix continues to push out into strange waters like they did here. Bojack was a 90's sitcom star, and now at 50 is a washed up b-list celebrity has-been with a massive ego which starts to crumble as he realizes (through working with ani enjoyed this show a great deal. i hope netflix continues to push out into strange waters like they did here. Bojack was a 90's sitcom star, and now at 50 is a washed up b-list celebrity has-been with a massive ego which starts to crumble as he realizes (through working with an autobiography ghost writer) what a massive jerk he is. this has many funny moments, but as it goes on, it becomes more than a comedy. it's a witty, humorous, but heartfelt trip through a series of existential crises experienced by a man(ish) approaching that time of life where he needs to know how he's added up. great voice acting all around, though at times i wish the animation was a little smoother. will arnett and aaron paul stand out, with strong supporting cast including patton oswalt.… Expand

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FndngFthrsGhost

Dec 22, 2015

The first episode was a bit slow and I wasn't sure I was going to like this show. I decided to continue watching and I'm glad I did. The show is clever and laugh out loud funny at times. Some of the obscure 80s and 90s references are a huge bonus. The tension and the humor along withThe first episode was a bit slow and I wasn't sure I was going to like this show. I decided to continue watching and I'm glad I did. The show is clever and laugh out loud funny at times. Some of the obscure 80s and 90s references are a huge bonus. The tension and the humor along with ridiculously funny plots is entertaining and keeps me coming back and hitting the play button on the next episode.… Expand

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ydnar4

Jun 18, 2015

I wasn't expecting much from Bojack Horseman. It looked like it was just Netflix trying to create their own long running adult cartoon series like the Simpsons or Family Guy. Bojack Horseman is original and does not appear to be stealing anything from other animated shows. I love theI wasn't expecting much from Bojack Horseman. It looked like it was just Netflix trying to create their own long running adult cartoon series like the Simpsons or Family Guy. Bojack Horseman is original and does not appear to be stealing anything from other animated shows. I love the animation, it looks perfect. This show was a serial so you had to watch every episode in order which isn't common for an animated series and the show is far more heartfelt than I expected. There are a lot of hilarious animal related puns but Bojack is a great character and you really want to see him get his redemption. I will be excited for season 2 in July.… Expand

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Broyax

Jan 4, 2017

Qu'est-ce que c'est bidon ! mais pourquoi est-ce autant bidon ? parce que ça sonne creux, banane ! et pourquoi ça sonne creux mon neveu ? parce que c'est vide ! est-ce que c'est drôle au moins, même un peu, rien qu'un petit peu ? bah nan comment veux-tu que ce soit drôle, bordel à cul,Qu'est-ce que c'est bidon ! mais pourquoi est-ce autant bidon ? parce que ça sonne creux, banane ! et pourquoi ça sonne creux mon neveu ? parce que c'est vide ! est-ce que c'est drôle au moins, même un peu, rien qu'un petit peu ? bah nan comment veux-tu que ce soit drôle, bordel à cul, puisque c'est vide !

Franchement, ce canasson parlant qui raconte que des conneries et radote comme un vieux con, direction la boucherie pour sa reconversion en lasagnes !… Expand

1 of 5 users found this helpful14

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