The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret
Comedy about an inept American placed in charge of sales at his company's London branch. He has no experience with British culture, knows nothing about sales, and has only one employee, Dave. Each episode begins with a scene of Margaret appearing in dire circumstances.
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Plot Summary
The series follows Todd Margaret, an American executive sent to London to launch a new energy drink called "TOPGOG". As he navigates the corporate world and increasingly bizarre personal situations, his decisions spiral into a series of comedic and often disastrous consequences. The narrative escalates with each season, pushing Todd further into an absurd and darkly humorous downward spiral.
Critical Reception
The series received generally positive reviews, particularly for its dark humor and David Cross's performance. Critics often highlighted its unique blend of awkward comedy and escalating absurdity, though some found the pacing or tonal shifts challenging. Audience reception was more mixed, with some embracing its niche comedic style while others found it too niche or bleak.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its bleak, awkward, and often surreal humor.
- David Cross's performance as the titular character was frequently highlighted as a strong point.
- The show's escalating sense of impending doom and Todd's terrible choices were seen as both its strength and its potential turn-off.
Google audience: Audience reception for the show is not widely available through aggregated Google user reviews.
Fun Fact
The show's initial run on IFC in the US was cancelled after its first season, but it was later revived by Channel 4 in the UK for two more seasons, which were then released on Netflix internationally.
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