Rotten Tomatoes
Submit search Movies Tv shows RT App News Showtimes

Season 1 – CONNECTING...

Play trailer Poster for Season 1 – CONNECTING... Oct 2020 Comedy Play Trailer Watchlist
Watchlist Tomatometer Popcornmeter
67% Tomatometer 9 Reviews 67% Popcornmeter Fewer than 50 Ratings
A tight-knit group of friends try to stay close while sheltering in place, with some living their best lives and others just trying to keep it together. Annie is trying to get the nerve to reveal her feelings for Ben, who's debating whether or not to get back with his ex; Pradeep loves his husband and kids, but would love a little alone time even more; Ellis is game for anything but is at a loss when the NBA is put on hold; Rufus, a fan of conspiracy theories, has never felt more validated or paranoid; and quarantine has made Michelle and Garret's marriage stronger than ever. Together, they navigate life during lockdown.
Watch on Fandango Stream Now

Where to Watch

CONNECTING... — Season 1

Critics Reviews

View More
Kristen Baldwin Entertainment Weekly 10/22/2020
C
The effort and ingenuity is very commendable. But everything about Connecting - starting with the groaner of a title - is painfully on the nose. Go to Full Review Richard Roeper Chicago Sun-Times 10/10/2020
3.5/4
The ensemble is so good, and the folks they're playing are so endearing, my only complaint is there isn't a way for me to join them for their next group chat... Go to Full Review Daniel Fienberg The Hollywood Reporter 10/08/2020
Connecting... feels like another, maybe slightly better than some, version of something networks decided they needed without any corresponding audience demand. Go to Full Review Joyce Slaton Common Sense Media 10/20/2020
3/5
Some drug jokes in charming remotely filmed sitcom. Go to Full Review Matt Roush TV Insider 10/08/2020
Too often, though, this feels like eavesdropping on conversations that aren't as interesting as the ones many of us have had during our own virtual happy hours. Go to Full Review Chelsea Steiner The Mary Sue 10/08/2020
Connecting... artfully taps into the rollercoaster of emotions we've all experienced in the last 8 months. I can't remember the last time a network series has affected me so deeply. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

View More
02/09/2022 Oh, wow. This was not a good show. I see why NBC pulled it. See more 07/30/2021 GREAT show. Interesting characters that are very likeable. Well-written. There is magic among these cast members that makes it heartfelt and engaging. I have laughed, gaffawed and even shed a tear. It is too bad that this was cancelled. I miss the cast and the stories. Though the show was based on current events and activities, it was interesting to watch and was a great 30 minutes escape. See more 11/28/2020 Best thing I've seen in awhile! This is the first show this year that was funny and dearth with diversity in a way that didn't make everything into tropes like Fresh Off the Boat or Blackish. Beautifully representative cast dealing with real issues in a relatable way instead of pretending to be in a fairyland. I'd gladly signup for Peacock Premium to keep watching this show because I felt like each character was dealing with issues that I was dealing with, whether it was Michelle breaking from the stress or Rufus getting hair brained info that was later debunked. Great show. See more 10/12/2020 It's the show we all need for 2020! See more Read all reviews
CONNECTING... — Season 1

My Rating

Read More Read Less WRITE A REVIEW EDIT REVIEW POST RATING

Cast & Crew

View All

Martin Gero

Creator

Brendan Gall

Creator

Parvesh Cheena

Pradeep

Ely Henry

Rufus

Jill Knox

Michelle

Preacher Lawson

Ben

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 8, 2020 Pilot As the friend group gathers at the start of quarantine for its new-normal virtual hang, Annie contemplates opening up to Ben about her feelings for him; everyone worries about Jazmin, who's been MIA. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 15, 2020 Day 30 Pradeep's struggle to procure a suitable dinner for his picky children reveals some deeper issues among the group; Annie's online shopping spree results in a surprising delivery. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 15, 2020 Day 78 With Memorial Day around the corner, Garret has planned a trip to Big Bear for the group; it will be the getaway they all need, as long as everyone can follow his strict safety guidelines. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 29, 2020 Day 82 Michelle tries to meet a pressing work deadline and prepare a dish for a socially distanced dinner, all while fielding the world's questions about race in America; Garret and Ben find a way to escape from it all. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 5, 2020 Day 90 As the group gears up to attend a Black Lives Matter march, Ben struggles with various obstacles, including his mother, Dayleen. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 12, 2020 Day 135 Annie, feeling the quarantine fatigue, decides to move back in with her parents in Florida; Ben and Rufus join forces to stop her by revealing a controversial email that forces Annie to confront her parents. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 16, 2020 Day 226 Ellis throws a virtual version of her annual Halloween party, determined to not let quarantine ruin her cherished tradition; just as Ben gears up to make a move on Annie, a handsome stranger enters the picture. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 16, 2020 Day 229 On the eve of the 2020 election, members of the group grapple with their own personal uncertainties and life decisions. Details

More Like This

View All
The Good Place 97% 90% The Good Place Watchlist TRAILER for The Good Place Trial & Error 88% 88% Trial & Error Watchlist Great News 84% 74% Great News Watchlist St. Denis Medical 81% 84% St. Denis Medical Watchlist TRAILER for St. Denis Medical Downward Dog 85% 92% Downward Dog Watchlist Discover more movies and TV shows. View More
View All

CONNECTING... — Season 1

CONNECTING... CONNECTING... CONNECTING... View more photos

Season Info

Director
Naomi Iwamoto, Linda Mendoza, Martin Gero
Creator
Martin Gero, Brendan Gall
Executive Producer
Martin Gero, Brendan Gall
Screenwriter
Eddie Mujica, Martin Gero, Rachel Pegram, Ranada Shepard, Shirin Najafi, Guy Branum, Brendan Gall
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-PG (D|L)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 8, 2020