Finally available in the UK due to the newly established Sky Comedy channel, Miracle Workers is a charming and entirely harmless comedy mini-series.
Set in heaven, this workplace comedy follows the efforts of awkward Craig (Daniel Radcliffe) and confident Eliza (Geraldine Viswanathan) as they attempt to use their divine influences to set up a socially awkward earthbound couple within two weeks, or God (Steve Buscemi) will destroy the earth he created and start a new project.
It is a simple yet interesting premise that sets the stage for the show to use some charming story points and character interactions, instead of real intense drama, which makes for a relaxing and entertaining viewing experience. It is not at the level of the moral dilemma’s and plot twists of The Good Place, but it never tries to be.
Undoubtedly the best thing about the show is the cast, with the two star names of Radcliffe and Buscemi both absolutely loving have the chance to fully embrace both of their quirky energies, and they are the comedic stand-outs. Holding it all together is Blockers breakout Geraldine Viswanathan, who has to act as the ‘straight woman’ to the craziness of most of the other cast around her, and she does so very well and with great charisma.
The show had returned in the US with the same cast playing different characters in Miracle Workers: Dark Ages, and I will look forward to watching that too when I can access it.
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