Limited Series – Welcome to Chippendales

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Robbi W @Fangarang Jun 15 My problem is I love Kumail Nanjiani, he just comes across as such a sweet man and he’s a good actor but I just found it so hard to buy him as a nasty guy. I just couldn’t see it, we got told it but we didn’t see it until after the fact. The other characters were running around telling us he was awful but all we’d seen was occasional shouty outbursts so their hate of him didn’t seem warranted at that stage and it seemed to come out of no where. Which is really the fault of the writing and pacing. Murray Bartlett was also fabulous. Overall it just didn’t really gel for me. But it wasn’t terrible. See more Stephen C @bob25009 06/28/2025 8 funny episodes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more Dave C @RT09838700 10/06/2024 A thoroughly engaging, well-acted, and creatively directed series revealing the naughty, cheeky, sweaty, drug-addled history behind the epic phenomena. Loved it See more J M @jeffmarshallmovieblogger 01/18/2024 I had no intention of watching this. In fact, I wasn't even aware of its existence until a friend who is into true crime programs asked me if I would watch it and give my opinion. My intention was to watch an episode or two and give him some limited feedback. I ended up binging the whole eight episodes over a single weekend! This is a luridly fascinating tale of greed, sex and power - if I didn't know any better, I would have sworn this was another Ryan Murphy undertaking. It's deliciously over the top and often utterly compelling, led by a mesmerizing performance by Nanjiani who is miles away from the romance and comedy of THE BIG SICK. This could be a turning point in his career, and his performance here is a definite highlight. Each episode takes us further down the rabbit hole, and it would feel ridiculously implausible if it weren't true. I was so taken by the story that I watched a couple of documentaries afterwards. And for the most part, this feels very authentic. Like many a limited series, there are moments when it drags and probably could have been done in six episodes rather than eight. But for the vast majority, I was transfixed and transported. As long as you aren't expecting anything too highbrow, I think you'll have a wickedly good time. - Jeff Marshall, Movie Blogger (Facebook) See more Gareth v @geewah 06/29/2023 Okay. If the screenplay had been fleshed out a bit more and we could see more about Banerjee's machinations it may have gone to the next level. See more omovies H @RT93447962 02/02/2023 "Welcome to Chippendales" is a thrilling and fun new series on Hulu that showcases the talents of an incredible cast. Kumail Nanjiani (also producing) delivers a standout performance as Somen "Steve" Banerjee, the founder of the legendary male dance troupe. He is joined by the always terrific Murray Bartlett (Armond in White Lotus season 1) as the group's cocaine-fueled artistic mastermind and choreographer, and the amazing Annaleigh Ashford as Irene Banerjee, Steve's wife and the accountant who helps keep the business running. The series is further elevated by the presence of the iconic Juliette Lewis as the group's quirky costume designer and idea woman. The show is a true triumph, capturing the spirit of the late 70s and early 80s with stunning accuracy and attention to detail. The talented cast brings the characters to life, making the series a must-watch for fans of great acting, period pieces, and dance. The storyline is fast-paced and engaging, capturing the rise of the Chippendales from a small Los Angeles club to a global phenomenon. The series is an entertaining and nostalgic trip back in time, and a testament to the power of great storytelling. See more Read all reviews

Welcome to Chippendales — Limited Series

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