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Project Greenlight

Summary One of the most unique concepts in TV history. "It's the Hollywood Cinderella story. Two childhood friends share an apartment in LA, struggling to break into acting. Unknown after years of hard work and tired of bit parts, they write their own script and star in it. Not only do they get recognized, they become famous and win an Oscar for...

  • 2001
  • TV-MA
  • HBO
  • 2001
  • TV-MA
  • HBO

Project Greenlight

Season 1 Premiere: Dec 2, 2001
Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 26 Critic Reviews
79
User Score Universal Acclaim Based on 19 User Ratings
8.1
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Summary One of the most unique concepts in TV history. "It's the Hollywood Cinderella story. Two childhood friends share an apartment in LA, struggling to break into acting. Unknown after years of hard work and tired of bit parts, they write their own script and star in it. Not only do they get recognized, they become famous and win an Oscar for...

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Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 26 Critic Reviews
79
88% Positive
23 Reviews
12% Mixed
3 Reviews
0% Negative
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Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 26 Critic Reviews
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88% Positive
23 Reviews
12% Mixed
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0% Negative
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100
Sep 11, 2015
From the start, this 2015 Project Greenlight is both educational and completely entertaining. This is a show that was more than worth reviving.
By Gail Pennington FULL REVIEW
90
Apr 30, 2014
An engaging and illuminating look at the making of a Hollywood film and the business of manufacturing popular culture. [1 Dec 2001, p.1D]
By David Zurawik FULL REVIEW
83
Apr 30, 2014
Folks, it's often not a pretty sight. But as with a jackknifed 18-wheeler, we can't keep our eyes off of it. [1 Dec 2001, p.10]
By Mike McDaniel FULL REVIEW
80
Apr 30, 2014
It's fly-on-the-wall moviemaking, a must-see for anyone hoping to break into the creative side of the film business. [30 Nov 2001, p.14]
By Phil Gallo FULL REVIEW
75
Sep 10, 2015
No, Project Greenlight doesn’t promise art, but it does deliver drama.
By Mark A. Perigard FULL REVIEW
70
Apr 30, 2014
For the most part, it's an eye-opening look at the business of show, with a lot of Hollywood color throughout. [29 Nov 2001, p.57]
By Alan Sepinwall FULL REVIEW
50
Jun 27, 2013
Project Greenlight is a dream come true for a guy named Jones, but it looks like less of a thrill for the average viewer.
By Terry Kelleher FULL REVIEW

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Universal Acclaim Based on 19 User Ratings
8.1
84% Positive
16 Ratings
0% Mixed
0 Ratings
16% Negative
3 Ratings

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User Score
Universal Acclaim Based on 19 User Ratings
8.1
84% Positive
16 Ratings
0% Mixed
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16% Negative
3 Ratings

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Production Company:
  • Adaptive Studios
  • Bravo Cable
  • Home Box Office (HBO)
  • LivePlanet
  • Miramax Television
  • Miramax
  • Pearl Street Films
Initial Release Date: Dec 2, 2001
Number of seasons: 4 Seasons
Rating: TV-MA
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Awards

Primetime Emmy Awards
• 1 Win & 5 Nominations
PGA Awards
• 2 Nominations
Critics Choice Television Awards
• 1 Nomination

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