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Season 1 – The Good Place

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When Eleanor Shellstrop finds herself in the afterlife, she's both relieved and surprised that she's made it into the Good Place. But it doesn't take long for Eleanor to realize she's there by mistake. She hides in plain sight from the Good Place's architect, Michael, and his all-knowing assistant, Janet. Her seemingly perfect neighbors, Tahani and Jason, and open-hearted soul mate, Chidi, help her realize that it's never too late to change. With the help of her new friends -- and a few enemies -- Eleanor becomes determined to shed her old way of life in hopes of discovering a new one in the afterlife.
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Critics Consensus

Kristen Bell and Ted Danson knock it out of the park with supremely entertaining, charming performances in this absurd, clever and whimsical portrayal of the afterlife.

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Sophie Mayer Sight & Sound 08/04/2019
In The Good Place, work is hell, hell is work - and yet it is working together for each other, and for a larger cause, rather than for the system, that connects the characters, empowers their resistance, and leads to change. Go to Full Review Hank Stuever Washington Post 01/25/2019
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If there's a purgatory for mediocre comedies that are built on wobbly premises, then that's where this should go. Go to Full Review Carol Midgley The Times (UK) 12/14/2018
4/5
It's sparky, clever, original comedy that will cheer you up while contemplating hell. Go to Full Review Nathan Mattise Ars Technica 07/28/2021
Probably the nerdiest of 2010 comedies solely for its philosophical bent, where entire episodes can be built around the Trolley Problem and leave you scrambling to pick up Kant at the library. Go to Full Review Randy Dankievitch TV Over Mind 02/11/2020
4.5/5
Confident, intriguing, and wonderfully performed, The Good Place is everything network comedy needed heading into the 2016 season. Go to Full Review Melody McCune Geek Girl Authority 09/27/2019
Overall, it was a solid entry into the comedy's final season. The stakes are higher than ever before, and I'm intrigued to see how it all ends. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Sandra M @Sanmax May 21 I am someone who will absoultly will watch anything, even if spoiled. However, this is the only show that should never have its twist spoiled. Due to the twist, the rewatch is always interesting, and you can see it in a very subtle way. See more Evan V. @Evan-Vaughan_Offical Feb 15 95% - The first season of the “Good Place” provide a funny comedy mixed with a somewhat interesting detective type tale. Overall, it is a pretty decent season; and another win from the creators of “The Office”. See more Michael E @Elofson Feb 10 Woke propaganda dressed as a comedy, and a silly one at that. See more Fabio B @MadFabio Dec 15 I like it. It doesn't take itself seriously, while it accomplish believability and good scripting. Ted Danson most suited role ever. See more Neil C @RT73281396 Nov 23 The Americans have made a Radio 4 comedy. See more kish b @RT00429023 Nov 17 ★★★★★ The Good Place is, without exaggeration, one of the smartest, funniest, and most profoundly moving sitcoms ever made. What starts as a clever high-concept comedy ("What if there’s an afterlife… but someone ended up there by mistake?") slowly reveals itself to be a masterful exploration of ethics, personal growth, forgiveness, and what it actually means to be a good person. Michael Schur and the writers pull off the impossible: they make philosophy hilarious, heartfelt, and genuinely exciting. The cast is perfect: Kristen Bell’s Eleanor is chaotic sunshine, Ted Danson’s Michael is a gift to humanity, William Jackson Harper’s Chidi is painfully relatable, Jameela Jamil’s Tahani is iconic, Manny Jacinto’s Jason is pure genius, and D’Arcy Carden’s Janet deserves every award in existence. Four seasons of non-stop twists (some of the biggest "holy forking shirtballs" moments in TV history), laugh-out-loud gags, and surprisingly deep emotional punches. By the finale, you’re crying over a sitcom that once made you laugh about a giant shrimp flying through the sky. It’s comfort food that also rewires your brain and makes you want to be better tomorrow than you were today. Watched it three times and I still tear up at the door. The Good Place isn’t just good TV; it’s good for the soul. 10/10. Take it sleezy. ❤️ See more Read all reviews
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Mike Schur

Creator

Kristen Bell

Eleanor Shellstrop

Ted Danson

Michael

William Jackson Harper

Chidi

Jameela Jamil

Tahani

D'Arcy Carden

Janet

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 19, 2016 Pilot Newly-deceased Eleanor Shellstrop is sent to the Good Place but only by mistake; Eleanor is determined to become a better person in her afterlife with help from friends Chidi and Janet. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 19, 2016 Flying Eleanor tries to prove to Chidi that she's worthy of his help; Tahani and Jianyu try to help Michael cope with a mysterious flaw in his neighborhood. Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 22, 2016 Tahani Al Jamil Chidi starts giving Eleanor formal lessons in ethics -- the first lesson is to be kind to your neighbor; Michael and Janet assist Chidi in finding a new hobby. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 29, 2016 Jason Mendoza Eleanor has a hard time remaining hidden; Michael asks Tahani to assist a neighbor in finding her true purpose. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 6, 2016 Category 55 Emergency Doomsday Crisis Teaching Eleanor about ethics becomes a full-time job for Chidi; Michael and Janet must deal with an emergency. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 13, 2016 What We Owe to Each Other Eleanor helps Michael with an important task that could determine her fate; Chidi agrees to help out his friend. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 20, 2016 The Eternal Shriek Janet guides Eleanor and Chidi on a quest; Tahani tries to show Michael how much he is appreciated. Details Episode 8 Aired Oct 27, 2016 Most Improved Player Michael and Eleanor have a private meeting; while harboring a secret, Chidi contemplates what he should do. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 3, 2016 ... Someone Like Me as a Member Michael's skills are put to the test; Chidi makes a new connection, which Eleanor doesn't like; Janet shows a different side of herself. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 5, 2017 Chidi's Choice Eleanor makes a personal discovery; Michael tells Chidi to make an important decision; Jianyu has an announcement. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 12, 2017 What's My Motivation Eleanor and Tahani create a plan, and Michael makes a shocking discovery; Chidi shares some interesting news with Eleanor. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 19, 2017 Mindy St. Claire Chidi and Tahani help Michael as he faces his biggest challenge yet; Eleanor, Jianyu and Janet face a huge decision. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 19, 2017 Michael's Gambit Eleanor and her friends think about their fates in the Good Place. Details

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The Good Place — Season 1

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Season Info

Creator
Mike Schur
Executive Producer
Mike Schur, David Miner
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 19, 2016