Rebooting
Rebooting

Rebooting

2023TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsJapanese

A comedy focusing on Kondo Asami, a 33-year-old single woman who lives with her parents and works at the local city hall, and suddenly finds herself starting her life over from scratch.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes83%
Metacritic69/100
Google Users88%
Director: Steven LevitanGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A dysfunctional cast and crew reunite decades after the original "Reboot" sitcom's success to film a revival. Faced with their unresolved issues and the changing landscape of television, they must navigate their past grievances and the complexities of modern storytelling. The series explores themes of legacy, forgiveness, and the persistent challenges of creating meaningful content.

Critical Reception

Reboot garnered positive reviews from critics, who praised its sharp writing, meta-humor, and the performances of its ensemble cast. Reviewers highlighted its clever commentary on the television industry and its ability to balance heartfelt moments with laugh-out-loud comedy. Audience reception was generally favorable, with many appreciating its nostalgic callbacks and fresh take on a familiar premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its clever satire of the television industry and reboot culture.
  • Applauded for the strong performances, particularly from Keegan-Michael Key and Judy Greer.
  • Noted for its balance of humor and heartfelt character moments, though some found the pacing uneven.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the show's humor and the performances of the cast, finding it a nostalgic yet relevant series. Many enjoyed the meta-commentary and the show's ability to poke fun at itself and the process of television production.

Fun Fact

The series was created by Steven Levitan, who also co-created the acclaimed sitcom 'Modern Family'.

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