Strange Planet

I love this show! To begin, I have never heard of the comic before this show. It is because of Dan Harmon's attachment to Nathan W. Pyle's creation that I was introduced. This new series is entertaining, heartwarming, and funny. The animation is unique, and the voices are provided by some awesome actors. Personally, I enjoy watching shows that have some amazing episodes, and that also contain a few episodes that are just okay. It's the combinations of these episodes that make a series a fulfilling roller coaster ride, rather than an exploding short burst that becomes forgettable sooner than later. Strange Planet has the potential to last long into the future, and into our hearts. I'm only three episodes into the show, however, I'm a fan. The show is imperfect. Maybe, that's the takeaway. We're all imperfect and strange, but we should enjoy Strange Planet for what it is anyway. I look forward to watching more as the series progresses! Gratitude!

This show is a bit different from the original comic series it is based on, but I don't mind that. A really great cast comes through to voice each unique character with writing that often leaves us feeling humbled and grateful. There is definitely a lot of development and learning in each short episode. There is a lot of emphasis on community and interpersonal relationships. I personally enjoy the different nouns they have come up with for careers, items, locations, etc. If you don't like being prompted to reflect on yourself or to shift perspective, you should probably skip it. They also utilize "they/them" as the general pronouns of all beings, which is a very nice change.

Lots of folks have different thoughts about the show "Strange Planet." Some people don't think it works well on TV, saying it's too slow and dragged out. But when I look at it without any bias, I think some of these complaints come from folks who never really wanted it as a show in the first place. They were set on not liking it. Personally, I think "Strange Planet" is a nice and good show to watch.

Also, it's worth saying that sometimes people don't like adaptations that stick too closely to the original. It's tricky to find the right balance between staying true to the old stuff and making it work in a new way. Not everyone's gonna be happy. This show is all about digging into what makes us human. It sneaks in funny similarities to how we act and think, making us think about what being human really means.

To wrap up, not everyone will be into "Strange Planet," but it does give us a new way to think about our lives.

As a fan of the comic, the tv adaptation of Strange Planet is not exactly the same as the source material, but that doesn't mean it's less creatively valid. In fact, the series adds layers of depth and nuance to Nathan Pyle's characters that is indelibly charming and comforting. That warmth is not subtle, it's intentional. It's the series' heart-on-its-sleeve approach that adds an emotional depth and dimension that's filling a certain entertainment gap. There are so many lonely people in the world, and Strange Planet is about connection. Shows like Community are hungered-after cult classics for a reason. Hopefully Strange Planet is allowed to stick around long enough to make a similar impact.

It's Strange Planet, what more can I say?

Firstly, if you're expecting an intricate, raunchy show with heavy nuance then you're going to be disappointed.

The show is what it says on the box.

It does what it sets out to do, which is present episodic stories about the human experience through unique dialect and grounded storylines with a generous, dry sprinkle of humor.

The characters, considering they all have the same basic appearance, were delightfully realistic - from character design to animation movements to each one's chosen VAs.

The overall vibe is amusing, wholesome, and well grounded in this particular reality not far off from the one we live in today. There's also loads of easter eggs and references to both our society and the society within the context of the OG comic posts.

If you don't like one episode's storylines or characters then good news! Each episode shows us different beings and perspectives with different motivations and outlooks, much like the beings in our world.

It's exactly what I would've expected as a long time fans of the comic shorts - with animation and voices added that only elevate the messages told within. I found it very engaging, if not slightly predictable (which of course it is bc these are stories about people going through relatable situations and coming out the other side).

So don't let the negative reviews keep you from giving it a try!

It's a good show and I personally look forward to seeing more!