Council of Dads
Council of Dads

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Council of Dads

2020
TV Show
Canceled
1 Season
English

When Scott Perry, a loving father of five, has his entire life’s plan thrown into upheaval by an unexpected health scare, he calls on a few of his most trusted friends to step in as backup dads to help guide and support his growing family.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes44%
Metacritic46/100
Google Users80%
Director: Tony Phelan and Joan RaterGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Scott Perry, a loving father of four, receives a devastating cancer diagnosis and knows he needs to find a way to protect his family's future. He assembles a diverse group of his most trusted friends, a "council of dads," to help guide his wife and children through the difficult times ahead. The series explores the strength of family and friendship as they navigate life's challenges together.

Critical Reception

Council of Dads received mixed to generally negative reviews from critics, with some praising its heartfelt premise and performances, while others found the execution to be overly sentimental and cliché. Audiences were similarly divided, with some connecting with the emotional themes and others finding the storylines predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intentions to explore themes of love, loss, and support.

  • Criticized for its predictable plot points and excessive sentimentality.

  • Some performances were noted as being strong, but not enough to elevate the overall narrative.

Google audience: Google users largely approved of the show's emotional core and the central theme of friendship and support during difficult times. Many appreciated the relatable family dynamics and the hopeful message, although some found the plot to be a bit too dramatic.

Fun Fact

The series was inspired by the book of the same name by Bruce Feiler, who was diagnosed with cancer and formed his own "council of friends" to support his family.

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