I know this comparison has been made more than a few times already, but the focus on generosity and compassion here feels really Paddington-esque, but with a more adult, self-aware sensibility. Really enjoyed it, and the moment I fell in love is the "Tan Lines" episode, in which we finally see that Ted's optimism can't be the answer to everything, but it can still function as a philosophy to get through the lowest day. The end of that episode, both tough and tender in equal measure, just teared me up real good.
One of the best shows of the year. Great writing, acting and directing. Don't be fooled by the synopsis this is not a remake of the movie major league by any means. The 1st episode gets you interested the 2nd episode locks you in.
That's for sure a brilliant show, There is a lot of comedy shows but in our current time not all doing it probably, But this one fur sure totally making it
the main story but football but in same time they made the side thing and focused with Good comedy and beautiful motivation, and i recommend it for sure for anyone who just want to sit and enjoy and don't have to think what gonna happen next
just enjoy it, and remember we all need Ted in our life
Have Hope;)
What a delightful season. Watching this made me feel all happy and hopeful.
So many rich, entertaining characters and the character development is pretty good considering the relatively short runtime.
Not 'everything' worked for me but most did; especially the optimistic, fun tone. There was barely a minute I was not entertained.
I came into this show super cynical and prepared to hate it. At first, it seemed like a cringe-y 90's Disney movie about an inspirational sports team turnaround, but in modern Event TV form. And in a way it kind of is. But it also has a depth of empathy and humanity that few other modern shows do.
Nobody on this show is a caricature, or just there to fill an archetypal role. Everyone feels unique and real, with their own goals, struggles, quirks, strengths, and shortcomings. Rebecca is introduced as the ice queen villain, but over time we get to understand and empathize with why she's become that way. Ted seems almost cartoonishly upbeat at first, until we get a glimpse at his crumbling marriage and start to see how the relentless positivity serves as a mask for his underlying anxiety. Even a character like Higgins, who would be essentially a glorified henchman in any other series - here, we get charming glimpses at his family and personal life that turn him into a real 3D character we want to root for.
None of the arcs are trope-y or cut-and-dry, either. We see characters take risks, succeed, fall out with one another, patch things up. They make mistakes, then think they've papered over those mistakes and moved on, only to have the same mistake come back and bite them again when they least expect. (Just like real life.) Each character shapes one another, and each arc builds towards a conclusion that feels satisfying, uplifting, and inspirational, while still being grounded in reality.
Overall, it's a well-crafted tale of individual psychology and the collective human experience that's pretty unlike anything else on TV right now.
Friday Night Lights but silly, optimistic and fun.
The best thing to happen to comedy TV since Modern Family.
What a surprising delight.
I binge watched during sick leave - and it was perfect brainles, light hearted positive tv that is needed in that kind of situation.
It's pleasant to watch. In a good way. Just a bunch of guys having a good time. It has nothing to do with soccer really (could be any other sports). Very few scenes that are actually happening on the pitch. It has even less to do with European pro soccer: the actors don't have soccer skills or bodies of soccer pros, the stadiums are too small, the audience is too scripted (that's an NBA crowd or something), the equipment and the premises seem to be too amateurish (as in: that's maybe a 4th division club). [Better watch the German documentary Trainer! if you want to learn about coaching a professional soccer team]. It lacks the sense of history, tradition and enthusiasm that goes along with soccer. Matchdays should feel like battle days to the players, staff and supporters. The actors never sweat, never cry, never spit, never leave some blood on the pitch. Even Shaolin Soccer conveys the idea of match day better. As I said before, this is a comedy and the premiere league is just a generic background drop, but still, if you claim to depict a comedy located at Harvard, you should be prepared to rent expensive locations and invest in your stage design, otherwise you better call it Community and you should still be able to make a charming show. Expectations.
The rest is just a big American stereotype: English speak, curse and look like they were from a Guy Ritchie movie, Americans are great motivators and public speakers (yes, we can!), Americans all talk like they were from the south and they love references to movies, there's an incarnation of the nerdy, laconic math guy from Moneyball, team dynamics like it's 1992 and The Mighty Ducks are about to start a soccer franchise, there's idyllic English towns and interior design, Beatles references whenever Liverpool comes up, there's a fair amount of UK vs US [mostly, British English vs. American English] culture clash, the occasional standard joke 'bout Frenchmen and of the course the always optimistic American who gives a shit about conventions and traditions and breaks class/race barriers by promoting that Nathan guy. Mix in a few love/marriage/girlfriend/divorce issues (but keep it SFW according to a puritan notion of moral), a bromance, a harmless villain (Rupert), a stereotype Jean-Paul-Sartre-ish English intellectual (the journalist), a satisfying ending that leaves you with a heart-warming feeling and you end up with a typical Hollywood sports drama. I mean, I get it, stereotypes are explicitly used as part of the fun and not because they subconsciously slipped in for being "real stereotypes" but they are still annoying cause everyone acts like his/her stereotype. It isn't even hilarious for the most part: it's just funny-ish since most jokes are neither new, nor feature a second-layer or are more than a one-liner/punch line or a series of 15 seconds long practical jokes. It features some likable yet shallow characters though. If it were not for the character development, acting skills and comedy talent of both Rebecca and Keeley, who started out as a stereotype (the cold middle-aged divorced club owner who inherited her money and the typical stupid WAG in full war-paint) but became more intriguing over the course of this season, it would be a 6/10. It's just too much tailored to a standard American audience to leave any lasting impression . It's a nice, innocuous "Emily in Paris approach" to European soccer. Here's another mean verdict: it's exactly what Apple+ deserves. And still, I probably will watch season 2 when winter comes.
An evil British businesswoman orchestrates an unconventional scheme—hiring an amateur soccer coach from the US to undermine and dismantle her ex-husband's team from within. Despite its seemingly improbable premise, Ted Lasso successfully navigates the fine line between fiction and relatability. The show's charm lies in its ability to present situations that feel anything but real, yet consistently delivers relatable emotions that resonate with viewers. The characters, initially painted with broad strokes, gradually reveal depth and nuance, endearing themselves through their struggles and triumphs.
One of the show's strengths is its balance between sugar-coated optimism and grounded storytelling. Although Ted usually manages to infect the whole team with good feelings, at the same time, he does no miracle. Refreshingly, the series resists the temptation to rely on miraculous solutions, offering a season ending that feels surprisingly realistic for a comedy of this kind.
Overall, “Ted Lasso” stands out as a solid 'feel-good' show for the current generation. The episodes are easily bingeable, providing a satisfying blend of humor, heart, and relatable moments.
Rebecca eating those cookies every day all season and it never affecting her weight is the most unrealistic thing this show has to offer. :laughing:
I went into this show knowing it has been one of the most loved shows in the last few years, but I was even surprised by how much I loved it. It is just so effectively heartwarming and hilarious, with a fantastic Jason Sudeikis at the center and supported by so many great side characters with strong performances all around. This first season just wrapped me up and made me feel so warm inside while also making me laugh out loud throughout. Ted Lasso is one of the most lovable TV characters I've ever watched, and Sudeikis is absolutely perfect in that role. He comes into this situation and has that relentless optimism even in the face of an entire organization that thinks he's a joke, but has an undeniable charm and incredible heart and brings love and camaraderie to the group. You just can't help but love him, and you see that as he wins over the other characters. Then as you get to explore his character and understand he does have some complexity and things he's struggling with, it just makes him to relatable yet inspiring with his ability to be a stubbornly kind and positive person despite his struggles. Aside from Ted being my favorite of course, I really loved Roy as the angry and tough guy but with a good heart and a soft side you get to uncover as the season goes on. The same goes for Rebecca, who went on the biggest arc this season that was so heartwarming and cathartic to watch play out, and Hannah Waddingham did a fantastic job making that believable. Again, Ted just brings out the best in these people. Keeley is also a great presence. I could go on and on because all of these characters are just so fun to watch in their own way. Not to mention the writing and dialogue is just so good. This is the ultimate feel-good show in my book, it was just so incredibly easy to watch and have a good time with consistently from episode to episode. The final episode also caps off the show's tone and themes so well. In any other show you might expect Richmond to succeed in their final match, but here they don't, and you still feel uplifted and optimistic. It perfectly demonstrated what this show is all about. Heartwarming and hilarious, I don't think I'd change a thing.
9.8 // Outstanding
This is just what I needed to watch!
The best comedy series in the last years.
Wonderful characters that to whom you will instantly fall in love, specially Ted/Jason with a performance of a lifetime. Do yourself a favour: buy an iPhone and watch this
Wow, this was a really nice surprise! I enjoyed it so much that I had to force myself to only watch two episodes per night, so as not to finish it too soon. Clever, upbeat, funny, but with nice deeper moments when it brought up issues such as bullying, fidelity, etc.
I definitely recommend this show!
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Alright, the first 3 episodes in and I really like it. This show has such a optimistic aura, that infects you. After watching the first three episodes, I just feel happy by the positivity that Ted Lasso is emitting.