$#*! My Dad Says
$#*! My Dad Says

$#*! My Dad Says

2011TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

Ed Goodson, a forthright and opinionated dad, relishes expressing his unsolicited and often wildly politically incorrect observations to anyone within earshot. Nobody is immune from Ed's rants, including his sons, Henry, a struggling writer-turned-unpaid blogger; and Vince, the meek half of his husband/wife real estate duo with domineering Kathleen. When Henry finds he can no longer afford to pay rent to his pretty roommate -- and secret admirer -- Sam, Ed reveals a soft spot and invites Henry to move in with him. Henry agrees, knowing that the verbal assault will not abate and now there will be no escape.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users70%
Director: Mark Cendrowski (pilot)Genres: Sitcom, Comedy

Plot Summary

The sitcom follows the life of Henry, a struggling writer who moves back in with his eccentric and opinionated father, Ed. Ed, a retired doctor, frequently offers unsolicited and often outrageous advice, leading to humorous conflicts and situations as Henry tries to navigate his career and personal life under his father's watchful eye. The show explores the generational differences and the unique dynamic of a father-son relationship where the father is still very much in charge.

Critical Reception

Critically, '$#*! My Dad Says' received largely negative reviews. Critics often cited the show's predictable humor, reliance on Shatner's over-the-top persona, and a lack of originality as major drawbacks. While some acknowledged Shatner's performance, it wasn't enough to elevate the show above its perceived mediocrity. Audience reception was also lukewarm, leading to its short run.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on William Shatner's comedic timing without substantial writing.
  • Lacks originality and often resorts to tired sitcom tropes.
  • The humor is considered by many to be forced and juvenile.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while some viewers found William Shatner entertaining, the show's humor often fell flat, with many finding it repetitive and uninspired. The premise itself was seen as having potential, but the execution did not live up to expectations for a significant portion of the audience.

Fun Fact

The show's title is a direct reference to a popular Twitter feed started by Justin Halpern, which documented his father's expletive-laden pronouncements.

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