Angel from Hell
Angel from Hell

Angel from Hell

2016TV ShowCanceledEnglish

When over-the-top Amy enters Allison’s organized but imperfect life and claims to be her guardian angel, they form an unlikely friendship and Allison can’t be sure if Amy is actually an angel or just nuts.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Metacritic37/100
Google Users59%
Director: N/A (TV Series)Genres: Comedy

Plot Summary

The series follows Allison, a pharmaceutical sales rep whose life is turned upside down when she meets Amy, a colorful and eccentric woman who claims to be her guardian angel. Amy proceeds to meddle in Allison's life, offering questionable advice and causing chaos in an attempt to help her achieve her dreams. Despite Amy's unconventional methods, Allison finds herself slowly benefiting from her unexpected celestial intervention.

Critical Reception

Angel from Hell received largely negative reviews from critics, who found the premise unoriginal and the humor forced. While Jane Lynch's performance was sometimes singled out for praise, the show struggled to find its footing and maintain a consistent tone. Audience reception was also lukewarm, leading to its early cancellation.

What Reviewers Say

  • The show's premise of a dysfunctional guardian angel failed to land with critics.
  • Humor was often described as hit-or-miss, with many jokes falling flat.
  • Jane Lynch's performance was a bright spot, but not enough to save the series.

Google audience: Google users had mixed feelings, with some appreciating the comedic attempts and Jane Lynch's presence, while others found the show predictable and lacking in substance.

Fun Fact

The series was canceled by CBS after only five episodes due to low ratings, although the remaining episodes were later aired on the network's streaming platform.

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