This show from Simon Blackwell and Chris Addison (from the team behind Veep) and Martin Freeman, is simply put, one of the best shows of 2020.

It is genuinely laugh out loud funny, with a real dark humour and a serious is underlying drama about parenthood and personal growth, and the tone is mixed perfectly.

The writing is superb, it really feels like an extension of something like ‘Veep’ or ‘The Thick of It’ as the dialogue is sharp and vicious, with really clever plot developments hidden in there.

Martin Freeman and Daisy Haggard are perfect in the lead roles, bouncing off each other incredibly well and offering real emotion and humour where necessary.

I’m not sure if this was intended to be a one and done, but I would love for a second season.

Rating = 4/5

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My name is Sam Howe, and I am a Film and Screenwriting graduate. I have a passionate interest in the Film and Television industry and hope to be able to provide a personalised, entertaining and in depth look in all aspects of the industry. I will produce reviews, box office reports and predictions, general blog posts, and much more. Thank you for joining me on this journey and I hope this blog proves helpful and enjoyable reading for people.

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