Dead Boss
Helen Stephens is wrongly sentenced to 12 years in prison for murdering her boss Eric Bridges, the managing director of Entirely Tiles. Although she is sure that it will only be a matter of time before this mistake is rectified, everyone around her seems to be conspiring to keep her behind bars. Lawyer Tony is incompetent, sister Laura wants her flat, and fiancé Justin - her alibi - has disappeared. Colleague Henry seems to be the only one willing to help, but he has an ulterior motive.
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Plot Summary
Helen is a meek office worker who accidentally kills her unreasonable boss. To cover up her crime, she enlists the help of her incompetent colleagues, creating a series of chaotic and darkly comedic situations. As they attempt to dispose of the body and maintain the facade, they become increasingly entangled in their own misguided schemes.
Critical Reception
Dead Boss received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its dark humor and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Fiona Shaw. Some found the premise overly convoluted or the execution occasionally uneven, but it was generally seen as a witty and entertaining, albeit niche, comedy series.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dark and often absurd humor.
- Fiona Shaw's performance as the guilt-ridden Helen was a standout.
- Some viewers found the plot a bit predictable or the humor too bleak.
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Fun Fact
The series was written by Sharon Horgan and Holly Walsh, with Horgan also serving as an executive producer.
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