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Harry Hill's Stars In Their Eyes
Harry Hill gives the legendary transformation show a makeover in a brand new series. Five members of the public walk through the iconic smoky doors to become someone famous.
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Plot Summary
In this revival of the classic talent show, comedian Harry Hill takes over hosting duties. Amateur performers transform into their musical idols, performing iconic songs in front of a studio audience and a panel of celebrity judges. The contestants aim to impress the judges and viewers with their impersonations and vocal performances, all while Harry Hill provides his signature comedic commentary.
Critical Reception
The 2015 revival of 'Stars In Their Eyes' hosted by Harry Hill received a mixed to negative reception. While some appreciated the attempt to inject new life into the nostalgic format with Hill's unique comedic style, many critics and viewers found the humor to be hit-or-miss and the overall execution lacking the charm of the original series. The judges' panel was also noted for not adding significant value to the proceedings.
What Reviewers Say
Harry Hill's anarchic humor often felt out of place in the earnest format of Stars In Their Eyes.
The celebrity judges offered little insightful commentary and seemed largely superfluous.
Despite the novelty of a revival, the show failed to recapture the magic of the original.
Google audience: Audience feedback on Google was largely unenthusiastic, with many expressing disappointment that the revival did not live up to the original show's standards. Some viewers found Harry Hill's comedic interludes distracting rather than entertaining.
Fun Fact
The 2015 revival was commissioned as a one-off Christmas special and was not picked up for a full series due to its reception.
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