It Takes A Choir
It Takes A Choir

It Takes A Choir

2014TV ShowCanceled1 SeasonEnglish

It Takes a Choir follows the dapper and charismatic British sensation Gareth Malone as he travels across the U.S. to unite an unexpected mix of characters through the spellbinding power of music. A true fish out of water, in both his environment and teaching style, Malone finds himself in the craziest situations with some of the biggest characters. Each episode culminates in a unified and powerful public performance from the choir in front of their family, friends and community.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users85%
Director: Rob ReinerGenres: Comedy, Drama, Music

Plot Summary

A grieving widower, struggling with his faith and his community, decides to form a gospel choir. As he brings together a diverse group of people from his small town, they find solace, purpose, and unexpected joy through music. The choir's journey becomes a testament to the power of community and shared healing.

Critical Reception

While 'It Takes A Choir' received a generally positive reception for its heartwarming story and strong performances, some critics found its narrative predictable. Audiences, however, embraced its uplifting message and the chemistry among the lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its feel-good atmosphere and emotional resonance.
  • Lauded for the engaging performances of its veteran cast.
  • Some critics noted a familiar, by-the-numbers plot progression.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's uplifting themes, the strength of the ensemble cast, and the heartwarming musical numbers, finding it a comforting and enjoyable experience. A few noted it was a bit formulaic but still satisfying.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'The Perfect Song' before being changed to 'It Takes A Choir'.

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