Mad About You

This revival of the beloved 90s sitcom follows Paul and Jamie Buchman as they navigate the anxieties and absurdities of marriage as they approach their empty nest years. With their daughter Mabel heading off to college, the couple must confront their evolving relationship, their individual desires, and the reality of being alone together after decades of partnership. The series explores the enduring, yet often complicated, nature of long-term love with its signature blend of humor and heartfelt honesty.

The revival received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While many praised the chemistry between Reiser and Hunt and appreciated the return of familiar characters, some found the humor to be less sharp than the original series, and the storylines occasionally felt a bit dated or repetitive. However, the show was generally seen as a nostalgic and tender look at enduring relationships.

• The return of Paul and Jamie's dynamic is a charming aspect of the revival.

• Some critics felt the humor and situations lacked the freshness of the original series.

• Praised for its tender exploration of a long-term marriage and the empty nest phase.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the comforting nostalgia of seeing Paul and Jamie back together, appreciating the show's focus on relatable marital dynamics. However, some viewers expressed that the humor didn't always land as strongly as in the original, and a few found the storylines predictable.

None notable for the revival.

The revival was a surprise return for the series, which originally ended in 1999. It was initially developed for Spectrum Originals before being picked up for distribution on Amazon Prime Video as well.