Bridget & Eamon

Truly good comedy, excellent writing, for anyone who appreciates comedy as art

I also have to disagree with the one star review. Though if that person had started with the first episode instead of the second I think their thoughts might have been much different. Every series takes time to find their rhythm, and the level and quality between episodes will always vary. This series is absolutely brilliant, and is a wonderful mix of zaniness, hilarity and quirkiness. For us yanks it does take a bit to get accustomed to the Irish accents, and some of the societal references will be lost on those outside Ireland and the UK, but anyone willing to invest a little time and patience will be well rewarded. I couldn't recommend this series more highly.

I respectfully disagree with the 1 star review - yes you're meant to think Eamon is a moron and like all characters, the great ones are never the main/lead roles (See Ep 3 - Frank in the bed!). Having grown up in the 80's with Irish family members on both sides of the border, there are references and idiosyncrasies within the script that have kept me chuckling and the black-market condom scenes were brilliant. Comparing Bridget & Eamon to Seinfeld is pointless, as B&E isn't trying to be intelligent. Given the similarities I've seen between the characters and my own Irish family members I imagine a great proportion of the script is inspired by their own experiences. The costume, titles, cinematography help paint the 80's vibe - which I love. The show reminds a little of Father Ted.

I must also respectfully disagree with the one star review. This show is funny and clever, and completely over the top (in the best possible way). I watched the first episode with little hope, but then found myself binge watching the entire season in one day.

In my opinion, Bridget & Eamon is one of the funniest shows to ever come out of Ireland -- give it a try.

I don't do lengthy in depth reviews I keep things simple overall. An 8 for tv for me is a 7 for a movie (tv versus movie seem to be on a different scale)(tv 8 means good). This show is very funny, it's silly, it's slightly weird. If you like slightly odd shows and are feeling nostalgic for the 80's you may like this. Some of the dialog is hard to understand as an American. But it is just funny characters doing funny things. It also reflects real life in the 80s in Ireland. The first episode involves selling black market condoms, and they play it out like they are dealers in the hood a little bit. Turns out condoms were in fact illegal in Ireland from 80-85. Other shows of similar appeal-father ted, spaced, the young ones, man seeking woman, kids in the hall, trial and error, and married with children most aptly. If you liked any of those you may like this show.