Cold Feet
Cold Feet is an American television series produced by Kerry Ehrin Productions and Granada Entertainment USA for NBC. Based on the British TV series of the same name, the series follows three Seattle couples, each at different stages of their romantic relationships. It premiered on September 24, 1999 to mixed reviews and was canceled a month later because of falling ratings. Eight episodes were produced, of which four aired.
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Plot Summary
A divorced man living in New York finds his life complicated when his ex-wife unexpectedly moves back into his life, bringing her new fiancé with her. He attempts to win her back while navigating the awkwardness and his own dating life.
Critical Reception
Cold Feet received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found the premise familiar and the execution lacking originality. While some appreciated the performances, particularly Matthew Perry's, the film was generally seen as a forgettable romantic comedy.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies too heavily on romantic comedy tropes.
- Performances are adequate but can't save a weak script.
- Fails to bring anything new to the familiar love triangle concept.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many finding the film somewhat predictable and its humor not always landing. Some viewers enjoyed the chemistry between the leads, but others felt it was a by-the-numbers romantic comedy that didn't offer much surprise.
Fun Fact
The film was reportedly plagued by production issues and a troubled post-production, with significant reshoots and re-editing occurring before its release.
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