Ryan Hansen Solves Crimes on Television
Ryan Hansen Solves Crimes on Television

Ryan Hansen Solves Crimes on Television

2019TV ShowCanceled2 SeasonsEnglish

The LAPD thinks it's a good idea to form a task force partnering actors with homicide detectives.

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IMDb7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes83%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users87%
Director: John GlennGenres: Comedy, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

This meta-comedy series follows actor Ryan Hansen who, after his show '8.1' is cancelled, decides to take his detective skills to the real world. He partners with a detective from the LAPD, Jessica Mathers, to solve crimes, often much to her dismay. The show playfully blurs the lines between reality and fiction, with Hansen often referencing his own acting career and past roles.

Critical Reception

The show received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its unique meta-humor and the chemistry between its leads. While some found the concept a bit niche, many critics and audiences enjoyed its quirky, self-aware take on the crime procedural genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its clever meta-commentary and humorous premise.
  • Ryan Hansen's performance is highlighted as a comedic strength.
  • The show's unique blend of improv and scripted comedy appeals to fans of the genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally indicate a strong liking for the show's unconventional humor and its ability to poke fun at television tropes. Many viewers appreciated the unexpected twists and the commitment to the comedic premise.

Fun Fact

The series is notable for its unconventional release schedule, with all episodes of the first season dropping at once on the streaming service YouTube Premium, which later rebranded as YouTube Originals.

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