God's Favorite Idiot
God's Favorite Idiot

God's Favorite Idiot

2022TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

Clark Thompson, a midlevel tech-support employee, finds love with co-worker Amily Luck at exactly the same time he becomes the unwitting messenger of God. Also, there's rollerskating, a lake of fire and an impending apocalypse.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Google Users70%
Director: Rob GreenbergGenres: Comedy, Fantasy

Plot Summary

Clark, a mid-level employee at a suburban power company, believes he is destined for something great, despite his average life. His world is turned upside down when he realizes God has chosen him to be his messenger on Earth. With the help of his wife, Amily, Clark must overcome his self-doubt and a host of demonic adversaries to fulfill his divine purpose.

Critical Reception

God's Favorite Idiot received generally mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited its uneven humor and predictable plotlines. While some appreciated the comedic chemistry between Ben Falcone and Melissa McCarthy, many found the show's execution lacking in originality and comedic impact. Audience reception was also divided, with some enjoying the lighthearted and absurd premise, while others found it unfunny and ultimately forgettable.

What Reviewers Say

  • The show struggles to balance its supernatural premise with genuine comedy.
  • Ben Falcone and Melissa McCarthy's chemistry is a highlight, but it's not enough to carry the series.
  • The humor often feels hit-or-miss, with many jokes falling flat.

Google audience: Google users found the show to be a fun, lighthearted watch with a unique premise, appreciating the performances of the main cast. However, a portion of viewers felt the humor was too simplistic and the plot did not fully deliver on its potential.

Fun Fact

The series was created by Ben Falcone, who also stars in it alongside his real-life wife, Melissa McCarthy. This marks one of their many collaborations in film and television.

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Peter McGinn

Peter McGinn

I decided to watch this despite seeing a bunch of negative reviews because I like Melissa McCarthy. She is so good at comedy she can sometimes make me want to watch something that is not very good. This show is not great. The first two e...