Catastrophe
Catastrophe

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Catastrophe

2017
Movie
2 min
No Language

When a sweet and innocent parakeet is found inexplicably dead in her cage, all fingers seem to point towards cat Rodney. To prove his innocence, he desperately tries to put the blame on others, with disastrous consequences.

Insights

IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes97%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users94%
Director: Various DirectorsGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

When an Irish man and an American woman have a fling during his visit to London, she unexpectedly becomes pregnant. He decides to move to London to support her and navigate the challenges of an unplanned pregnancy and the beginning of a relationship, all while dealing with their quirky families and his own mother's interference.

Critical Reception

Catastrophe received widespread critical acclaim for its sharp writing, witty humor, and heartfelt exploration of relationships and parenthood. Critics praised the chemistry between the leads and its unflinching honesty about the complexities of modern love and family.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its honest and hilarious portrayal of modern relationships.

  • The chemistry between Sharon Horgan and Rob Delaney is exceptional.

  • Features sharp, witty dialogue and a surprisingly tender emotional core.

Google audience: Audience reviews consistently highlight the show's brilliant humor, relatable characters, and the genuine chemistry between the main actors. Viewers appreciate its realistic depiction of the ups and downs of marriage and parenthood.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for BAFTA TV Awards for Best Scripted Comedy and Best Comedy Entertainment Programme.

Fun Fact

The late Carrie Fisher, who played Rob Delaney's mother, recorded her dialogue for the show's final season remotely from a hospital bed due to her declining health.

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