THE FOUR SEASONS
Starring: Tina Fey, Colman Domingo, Steve Carell, Will Forte, Kerri Kenney, Marco Calvani, Erika Henningsen, and Julia Lester
Creators: Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield
AMARÚ
It’s not often a television show delivers exactly what it advertises, but I guess it's easier to do when you have Colman Domingo, Tina Fey, Will Forte, and Steve Carell performing at peak levels. The Four Seasons is a mixture of Why Did I Get Married? and Couples Retreat, if both were hilarious and authentically written. The comedy and drama are well-balanced, the ensemble is entertaining, and the messy story keeps you locked in, popcorn in hand, ready for the next gossip-worthy episode. Shout out to Kerri Kenney and Marco Calvani for wonderfully rounding out this genuinely heartfelt show about love, friendship, and communication.
QUENTIN
Despite the comedic talent involved, The Four Seasons probably isn’t as funny as you’re expecting it to be. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a perfectly serviceable and moderately enjoyable series, especially given the immensely watchable actors on screen and short episode runtimes (around 30 minutes each). However, it keeps things relatively grounded, which mostly results in a show that will have you quietly thinking “that’s funny” to yourself instead of actually laughing out loud. It’s like Grown Ups, but with adults in their mid-50s dealing with things like midlife crises, divorce, medical procedures, and long-term marriages that have slipped into a comfortable malaise.
NICK
The Four Seasons reminds me a lot of another Tina Fey comedy, This is Where I Leave You, a film that focuses on how we deal with difficult situations and relationships as an adult. I always really enjoyed that film, and I really enjoyed this series. It’s relatable, funny, and most importantly, authentic. Sure, it can be sweet and fulfilling, but it can also be cruel and painful, just like life. The entire cast is great, but it’s their dynamic together that’s the heart of this series, and it's what kept me fully engaged in this year long journey. We need more content like this.
