9JKL
9JKL

9JKL

2018TV ShowCanceled1 SeasonEnglish

A time in Mark Feuerstein's adult life when he lived in apartment 9K in the building he grew up in, sandwiched between his parents' apartment, 9J; and his brother, sister-in-law and their baby's apartment, 9L and his attempts to set boundaries with his intrusive but well-meaning family.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users64%
Director: Mark FeuersteinGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

The series follows Josh Roberts, a recently divorced actor who moves back into an apartment in his family's building in Queens, New York. He finds himself constantly under the watchful eyes of his overbearing parents and his two eccentric brothers and their families, all living in adjacent apartments. Navigating life, career, and relationships becomes a chaotic comedy of errors with his family always nearby.

Critical Reception

9JKL received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the premise familiar and the humor to be hit-or-miss. While some appreciated the relatable family dynamics and the performances, a significant portion of critics felt the show lacked originality and struggled to find its comedic voice.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relatable family hijinks that often fall flat.
  • A predictable premise with a lack of fresh comedic material.
  • Performances are generally praised, but can't save the show from its generic feel.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest a mixed reception. Many viewers found the family interactions amusing and relatable, particularly appreciating the premise of an adult child living close to his parents. However, a common sentiment is that the show, while sometimes funny, often felt repetitive and uninspired, failing to deliver consistent laughs.

Fun Fact

The show's title, '9JKL', refers to the apartment number of the main character's family in the building, with 'J', 'K', and 'L' representing the adjacent apartments of his brothers.

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