Detroiters
Detroiters

Detroiters

2018TV ShowCanceled2 SeasonsEnglish

Best friends and fledgling ad men Sam and Tim may not have the money, connections or talent that the big guys do, but they have ambition out the wazoo. Together, they’re out to build a local advertising empire and restore their home city of Detroit to its former glory in this new show from executive producers Lorne Michaels and Jason Sudeikis.

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IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic75/100
Google Users93%
Director: Tim Kalpakis, Michaelangelo Leo, Sam BrownGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Detroiters is a quirky comedy series that follows the misadventures of Sam and Tim, two best friends and low-paid advertising executives working in Detroit. They are fiercely loyal to their city and are constantly trying to create groundbreaking commercials for local businesses, often with hilariously disastrous results. Despite their limited resources and unconventional methods, they always manage to scrape by, fueled by their shared dreams and unwavering friendship.

Critical Reception

Detroiters received critical acclaim for its unique brand of surreal and absurdist humor, heartfelt portrayal of Detroit, and the strong chemistry between its lead actors. Critics praised its originality and lauded its ability to balance bizarre comedy with genuine warmth and sincerity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its surreal and offbeat humor.
  • Appreciated for its heartfelt depiction of Detroit and its people.
  • Commended for the strong chemistry and performances of the lead duo.

Google audience: Audiences loved the show's unique comedic voice and its authentic portrayal of Detroit. Many found Sam and Tim's friendship endearing and the show's overall tone refreshingly original and funny.

Fun Fact

The show features a posthumous appearance by legendary actor Burt Reynolds, who played the role of television station manager, Mr. Garcia.

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