Home Economics

The best thing going for this is its likeable cast and its interest in topics which rarely get airing, particularly given it's a sitcom.

American sitcoms/scripted TV shows usually ensure all characters (and families) have and maintain aspirational lifestyles (no matter their circumstances, occupation and employment). Even if money is referred to as an issue, everyone is provided with accommodation beyond their means and has the capacity to do anything and buy anything they want. Nice that this attempts to subvert that ridiculous fiction (while still leaving space for the uber-rich). Who knew income inequality was an issue!

The attempt at introducing all the characters feels a little clumsy at times and plays heavy on stereotypes to flesh out its characters which makes lots of the 'jokes' feel a little too forced and contrived. But it doesn't reach the heights of being cringe-worthy in my opinion. With a little care, it could have staying power; I liked all three families and the character dynamics and interactions.

If you view gay people on TV, non-white people on TV, and depictions of interracial or same-sex marriage as 'leftwing propaganda', then this isn't the show for you. And if so, when viewing or reviewing, try to acknowledge the irony of the situation, i.e. The sense of 'moral' outrage you feel (at a TV show) which you believe is depicting the lives of minorities (that critics would say, are) only being given this space because 'the left' are/have been so morally outraged (all that faux outrage, y'know).

Hope 'Home Economics' improves over time, and I hope IMDB reviews its policy on accepting reviews. The toxicity and incoherence of many reviews are now reaching the level of Youtube commentary where veiled bigotry is no longer even veiled. A film and TV review website shouldn't be a public forum without qualification.

Season 1 was a mid-season replacement that struggles to find its footing and I feel that's where the negative reviews are coming from. If you see a negative review, assume they didn't stick it out to season 2. While it may fall flat in season 1, the show works out the kinks and finds a nice groove for itself in season 2 (much like Parks and Rec or The Office who have famously disliked first seasons but gained their fans in season 2). You really don't need to watch season 1 to understand what's going on either. Tom (Topher Grace) is a best-selling novelist whose next book in progress is about his relationship with his siblings Connor (Jimmy Tatro) and Sarah (Caitlin McGee). Connor is a tech wiz in the top 1%, Tom and his wife are solidly middle class, and Sarah and her wife are barely scraping by. That's really all that's established in season 1 that you need to know, so if you want to get into the show start it at season 2. The chemistry between the actors really shines and you believe that they're actual siblings. Tom's and Sarah's wives Marina and Denise (Karla Souza and Sasheer Zamata) balance out the chaos of the Hayworth family and are given some of the funniest moments in the show as the two outsiders to the madness. Overall, it's a great comeback vehicle for Topher who is supported by an insanely talented cast of up and coming character actors. Just ignore season 1 because otherwise you'll miss out on a charming, hilarious family sitcom.

I like it, the actors are pretty good and likable. Topher needs to stop with the stupid clumsy acts. They look so scripted and it doesn't work. He doesn't have the comedic timing that the other brother has in his scenes. The sister is kind of annoying but comes together with her wife. I hope the show continues and grows more in-depth characters. I feel it might be the a good show in the spring lineup.

I'm through the pilot and part of episode two, I thought it was pretty great so far. Some points where I laughed out loud, some times where I just giggled. I wish people could just watch a show for what it is and not read in to things so far. I have a surprise for you guys, not everything is a conspiracy, not everyone has an agenda. Sometimes a TV show is just a TV show, that is in line with the dynamics of families this day and age. Shocking, I know.

I can totally relate some of these situations and jokes to my family life. It's great to be able to sit and laugh about it.

I think the cast is great, the writing is great etc. I'm excited for another sitcom to add to watch!

6.5 is probably more accurate. I've binged a good amount of the series (just started S3). It isn't like a LOL show. There are some light chuckle moments.

It is an engaging and relatable show. Each character is a bit extreme and some things don't make sense. (There is an episode in S2 that hits the nail in the head here) I do enjoy how the actors all play off each other and I really enjoy the casting of the show.

You gotta suspend reality here for alot of it, but isn't that the same with every show, but I'm glad I gave it a shot. It's been entertaining, and especially for a binge to have in while I'm doing stuff.