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Season 1 – The Carmichael Show

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Jerrod and his therapist-in-training girlfriend, Maxine, are intelligent, ambitious and ready to take the next step to building a fulfilling life by moving in together. The one thing holding them back is Jerrod's loveable but spirited family. At home he has a brother, Bobby, who has a big personality which he uses in his endless string of hustles, his obstinate father, Joe, and his Jesus-praising mother, Cynthia. Together, the three of them test Jerrod and Maxine as they learn about romance, family and trying to stay sane.
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The Carmichael Show — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

The fitfully funny Carmichael Show earns points for its attempts at topical humor -- even if they're often trapped in dated sitcom tropes.

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Maureen Ryan Variety 03/07/2016
The Carmichael Show does not set out to re-invent the comedy wheel, but it proves that paying attention to the basics and generally writing to the strengths of a well-calibrated ensemble can pay major dividends. Go to Full Review Matt Zoller Seitz New York Magazine/Vulture 08/31/2015
Even though this series is far from perfect, it's intelligent and unusual, and it's trying to do something besides distract us and turn our brains into mush: the Lear mandate. Go to Full Review Gail Pennington St. Louis Post-Dispatch 08/28/2015
3/4
Carmichael is fearless in his material (the writing on the show is shared with co-creator Nicholas Stoller and others) and loves to cast a skeptical eye on conventional wisdom. Go to Full Review Randy Dankievitch TV Over Mind 03/11/2020
The Carmichael Show is almost weird enough to work... almost. Go to Full Review Michael Arceneaux VH1 03/29/2018
The Carmichael Show reminds me that certain formats still work if executed properly. Its visual simplicity can be disarming at first, but if you pull back the curtain you'll enjoy how it tackles varying degrees of controversial targets. Go to Full Review Megan Basham WORLD 03/16/2018
Rather than simply explore racial identity and tension, it's wading deep into the racial-and political and religious-conflicts that characterize our era. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Lisa H @Rumple Mar 27 Just found this show in 2025 and I cannot believe it got cancelled this show is absolutely amazing what is wrong with this world now a days to cancel good shows., I hope it gets picked back up See more 10/18/2017 I almost gave this an 8, but decided to save a higher rating for the other seasons, if they possibly really do get better. This isn't that funny, and I wish it wasn't a multi camera sitcom, but then sometimes that actually works for it in its favor! I really like the parts where they're all discussing something, usually an interesting topic to hear discussed by that many people in that manner. Everyone gives outstanding performances though! Episodes 2 and 3 are weak, Episode 4 is slightly better, Episode 1 may be my favorite, but I think Episodes 5 and 6 are the best! Especially five 5! I think I'd recommend this show, if people like watching a good show, that's not very funny. See more 05/20/2016 I really enjoy the show!! Super funny with talented actors!! See more 01/25/2016 This is a review of the pilot episode as posted on The Qtv Review (http://wp.me/p6yEUF-M): Laugh track aside... I'm not entirely mad at Carmichael. You've got to give props to anyone who manages to pull off "sex musk" multiple times in one scene. Also, I may or may not have had the "You don't vote? The fuck is wrong you?" conversation with someone who may or may not be my husband. So, at least I can relate to this show. Also, David Alan Grier hanging out, wearing a Barack "Neobama" Obama t-shirt is all anyone will ever need in this life. And seeing him defend George W. Bush while wearing it and simultaneously accidentally ending an argument with premarital relation confessions... is priceless. As is a full-grown man in a blue camo Snuggie attempting make-up sex. Last, but surely not least, I have to show my appreciation for equating voting Republican with "living in sin." See more 08/30/2015 It was pretty funny. I can see it getting better. First couple shows are always rocky. See more Read all reviews
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Jerrod Carmichael

Jerrod Carmichael

Loretta Devine

Cynthia Carmichael

David Alan Grier

Joe Carmichael

Lil Rel Howery

Bobby Carmichael

Amber Stevens West

Maxine

Tiffany Haddish

Nekeisha

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Aug 26, 2015 Pilot Jerrod is nervous to tell his parents he is moving with his girlfriend, but his girlfriend wants to be honest. Details Episode 2 Aired Aug 26, 2015 Protest Preparations for Jerrod's birthday celebration are interrupted when a protest breaks out in the community, dividing the family. Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 2, 2015 Kale Joe has a minor heart complication after trying kale, leading to a debate about health, death and the future of the family. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 2, 2015 Gender Jerrod mentors a teenage boy; the family discusses gender roles; Bobby is served with divorce papers. Details Episode 5 Aired Sep 9, 2015 Prayer Maxine's perceived disregard for prayer results in a passionate discussion about religion and spirituality, leading to a disagreement between Maxine and Jerrod. Details Episode 6 Aired Sep 9, 2015 Guns Maxine's reaction to finding Jerrod's gun sparks a debate on gun control and gender power dynamics throughout the family. Details

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The Carmichael Show — Season 1

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Jerrod Carmichael, Nicholas Stoller, Ravi Nandan
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-PG (D)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Aug 26, 2015